As we turned onto Dock Street, I threw my arms wide and exclaimed, "THIS is what I came for in Shelburne!" to which my husband replied, "This is where we're staying!" Upon entering, we were met by the most charming innkeeper, Amanda, who checked us in and took our breakfast order for the following morning. Showing us to our room, I asked if I might photograph the empty suites and she generously allowed me to step in. Shelburne, along this historic district, is a photographer's dream location! I stepped into the gated garden and was met by a magnificent Tuxedo Kitty, complete with thumbs, most likely of "ship's cats" lineage (also known as Hemingway Cats, or Polydactyl!) His name is Henry, but "he belongs to everyone-and-no one", is well-fed, and lives life of his own making. I digress, but a cat-lover will appreciate knowing this! Our stay was late in the season, so the many museums had closed. Had they been open, I would have had even more photos, though I came home with many, seen through the fog-shrouded stay. Those made for exceptional period images of the 1700's homes that seemed to have taken that further step back in time. Would we hope to return on a sunny summer day? In an instant! But I'm grateful not to have been distracted from exceptional photography moments of boats disappearing into fog, pearl-laced spider webs, and oak leaves lending framework to rivulets and stone buildings. Perhaps you can understand why our friends and I can't recommend this Inn highly enough! 5 Stars +++!…
Although this Inn is hundreds of years old it has been lovingly restored and provides a warm and friendly environment. The bedrooms are fully equipped with all amenities including free wifi and supremely comfortable beds. Every room has a bathroom en suite. Your hosts David and Pat ensure that any and all requests are met cheerfully and they welcome their guests to a happy hour each evening in the garden of the Inn. One of the highlights at Coopers Inn is the complete hot breakfast, superbly cooked by David, which includes a generous selection of menu choices. With prior arrangement Dinner may be provided on some nights - if the opportunity presents seize it - you will not be disappointed - the food served at dinner is world class.
Delightful visit! The new owner was a gracious host and answered all my questions with a smile. Hopping for the opportunity to return to see how she puts her own style and spin to the 200+ year old building. Thank you very much for accommodating our needs.
Having never been to Shelborne before my wife and I were overwhelmed by friendliness of all the locals we met. Amanda was at the top of the list! She made our stay at the Cooper’s Inn one of those experiences you never forget. We highly recommend you consider this as a destination stay over. Our room more than accommodating, was well kept and was right off the landscaped garden. Amanda serves all her guests a complimentary glass of wine at five. A time to meet with other guests and share some experiences you’ve had during your travels. A must see is the Cooper's Shop right across the street. George will be happy to explain the construction method used to make barrels. You will love his workshop and the smell of the lumber. Another must see is the Dory Shop just a short walk down the street. Brian gave us an amazing tour on the main floor of the different types of Dory’s and how the fisherman would use them. Be sure to venture upstairs to meet with Milford the Master Dory Builder. You may be fortunate enough to be there when he’s building a craft and if you’re eager he may allow you to assist him in someway and sign the boat. We highly recommend this area and a stay at the Cooper’s Inn.…
Very favourable on all counts but one. Enjoyed our stay but for the description below. Certainly one of the best if not the best breafasts we've enountered anywhere. Inn and its rooms are quaint and comfortable. Lovely sitting area in the garden, tough it rained during our visit to the area. The only thing we would caution future visitors not entirely the innkeepers fault. We are light sleepers and the room above was annoyingly noisy. It seemed that the annex rooms were not soundproofed and the neighbour above was some sort of compulsive organizer who opened and closed drawers and moved suitcases until the wee hours. We could hear every movment and bedspring.
The Cooper’s inn bed and breakfast surpassed all of our expectations. It’s located right on the Shelburne harbour waterfront, right by the visitor information centre, popular restaurants, shelburne’s museums by the sea - all easily walkable. We stayed in the McLean room, which overlooked the infamous Cooper inn garden and also had a view of the Shelburne waterfront. We felt so welcomed by the inn’s new owner, who was able to give some suggestions for dinner, and hosted a social hour for guests in the garden with a glass of wine on the house. The room was clean, the beds were comfortable and the inn has so much history itself for those history buffs - the whole experience was immaculate. Breakfast was absolutely delicious - using local and fresh ingredients, and always left us feeling full to start our day. When we find ourselves back in the Shelburne area, without hesitation would stay here again.…
The property is beautiful but the hostess, Amanda, was amazing and very accommodating. The breakfast was delicious each and every morning with options available if you want something else. She also hosts a social hour with wine every evening for guests who want to meet others. Highly recommend!!
I've stayed at The Cooper's Inn a number of times over the past couple of decades and have always enjoyed my stay. When I learned of new management, weeks after I had made my 7-day booking for end-July, I wondered if the quality and comfort would be affected with this change. However, I needn’t have worried. The new proprietor, Amanda, is simply an amazing, affable and energetic host! Her breakfasts were very good, with no skimping on the portions, and wine hour provided a great opportunity to meet the fellow guests. The Inn lived up to my expectations and more. Looking forward to a stay in 2023!
The owner is very welcoming and goes above a beyond to make your stay the best. Between 5-6 there was a a glass of wine and chat in the lovely garden. It is right by the water and the sunset was beautiful. The breakfast was yummy and was happy to accommodate our wants. Would highly recommend a stay here.
This b&b is the perfect stop on the lighthouse trail. We felt truly welcome, and a glass of rosé was the perfect excuse to chat with the owner. The rooms are beautifully decorated. Breakfast is home-made and just great. Thank you also for pro-actively making our dinner reservation.
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