South Shire
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South Shire
Bed and breakfast
Health Protected
124 Elm St, Bennington, Vermont, 05201, United States
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A stay at South Shire places you in the heart of Bennington, within a 5-minute walk of Bennington Arts Guild Gallery and Fiddlehead at Four Corners. This upscale bed & breakfast is 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from Williams College and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Harmon Hill.Show More
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4.7/5Amazing·Cleanliness: 4.7
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Amenities
Massage RoomFitness RoomParkingFreeAirport Pick-up ServiceAirport Shuttle ServiceBarRestaurantMeeting RoomLuggage StorageWi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Bennington Potters
(3250 ft)
Landmarks: Bennington Museum
(3700 ft)
Landmarks: "Old First" Congregational Church
(4300 ft)
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
2 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
TV
Towel
Toothbrush
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Deluxe Studio Suite
1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
City View
Electric Fan
Mountain View
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Grand Studio Suite
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
TV
City View
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Deluxe Room
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
TV
City View
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6
Deluxe Room
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
TV
Electric Fan
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Deluxe Room
1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
TV
Electric Fan
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Deluxe Room
1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Electric Fan
Towel
Private Toilet
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Guest Reviews(59)
4.7/5
Amazing
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.7
- Amenities4.7
- Location4.7
- Service4.7
czoebidd
October 8, 2023
This historic house was quite comfortable for one night. Be advised the main stairway takes you up to the rooms and and there are several odd steps between levels. Our double queen room, with its classically sloping floors, had its own bath/shower. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast didn't start until 8am, but was delicious, healthy and balanced nutritionally. (We were there on a Wednesday morning, when the closest breakfast cafe was closed.) South Shire is just a block off the main street of restaurants and shops.
Guest User
February 29, 2024
We stayed at South Shire for 3 nights as a get away. The room was very relaxing with a fireplace (Duralogs were provided each night). The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfasts were delicious. Conversations were interesting, informative, and enjoyable. We would recommend South Shire. It was a great location also. We easily toured the Shires over the 4 days we were there.
Guest User
February 29, 2024
We decided to tour Vermont and take in a couple of days at Bennington. We liked the look of South Shire so tried it. It was the best decision of on our trip. First and most importantly was the hospitality of the owner, Joe Polito. His welcome was fantastic and the service that was provided was nothing but exemplary. Talking to Joe, he let us know that he'd gained experience in Asia with Aman and Oberoi groups which certainly showed... not only was he charming but there were little touches that made the difference. I think "one of a kind" in Bennington is the English Afternoon Tea... a great treat, not to be missed. If staying in Bennington I HIGHLY RECOMMEND staying here. We did not regret it... you will really enjoy it.
Guest User
February 29, 2024
A beautiful place, great room with a working fireplace and a jetted tub, super clean! The breakfast was superb with fresh fruit and special entrees each day. The owner, Joe and his mom, were friendly, knowledgeable, and great hosts. It was our first time there and we couldn’t have been happier!
Guest User
February 15, 2024
This place is worth a stay, with its collection of trinkets and books from around the world adding a unique charm to the inn. The host is very welcoming. Even with a late-night arrival, the handover was seamless. However, the bed in The Wentworth room is quite short, so much so that my 6'1" (185cm) tall partner had to sleep diagonally, and the hot water in the bathroom was intermittent. It's disappointing that these two significant drawbacks marred what was otherwise a meticulously decorated boutique inn.
Guest User
February 11, 2024
Fantastic stay at the South Shire Inn, everything was above and beyond comfortable. We stayed in the Carriage House out back in the Coach Room and enjoyed the fireplace and the comfy queen bed. Joe our host was accommodating to all our needs and breakfast was delicious. Much, much, more comfortable and enjoyable than a hotel.
Maureen A
January 29, 2024
Quiet and safe area. Beautiful old home. The furnishings were quit old but in excellent condition. The home was original, nothing in the architecture was compromised.
Guest User
January 23, 2024
I had to book a last minute trip to Bennington and was so lucky to have found this place! The room was extremely comfortable, the restaurant was great, and the owner was extremely hospitable. Definitely recommend.
Sam
January 19, 2024
Stay was overall good, but there was not enough off-street parking for everyone and Bennington does not allow overnight street parking in the winter.
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–19:00
Check-out: 06:00–11:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–19:00
Self check-in: Contact the property for instructions on how to obtain the card/keys
To check-in, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
Breakfast
TypeAmerican, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
StyleA la carte
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Health Protected
Very Clean
- 4.7/5
Health & safety measures
- Thermometers available
Cleaning & disinfecting
- Rooms are disinfected between stays
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 9
A stay at South Shire places you in the heart of Bennington, within a 5-minute walk of Bennington Arts Guild Gallery and Fiddlehead at Four Corners. This upscale bed & breakfast is 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from Williams College and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Harmon Hill.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Bennington? This bed & breakfast has 700 square feet (65 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Bennington? This bed & breakfast has 700 square feet (65 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Services & Amenities
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Massage Room
Fitness RoomAdditional charge
ParkingFree
Airport Pick-up ServiceAdditional charge
Airport Shuttle Service
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting RoomAdditional charge
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
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