The Inn, circa 1880, was a regular stagecoach stop, bringing
summer tourists from the train depots in Morrisville & Waterbury.

History of the Green Mountain Inn

The Green Mountain Inn has a fascinating history! The main building and adjacent Depot building are listed as number 13 and 14 on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Inn was built by Peter C. Lovejoy as a private dwelling house in 1833. In 1850, Mr. Lovejoy traded the residence with Stillman Churchill for a 350-acre farm. Mr. Churchill added two brick wings and a dance hall to the original building, built a double porch in front and called it the Mansfield House. Owing to financial difficulties, he was obliged to borrow money from W.H.H. Bingham and lost the property when Mr. Bingham found it necessary to foreclose on the mortgage.

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The Mansfield House was operated as a hotel and then transferred to W.P. Bailey, who operated the property for a few years as the Brick Hotel. In 1893, Mark C. Lovejoy purchased the Brick Hotel and renamed it the Green Mountain Inn. In 1897, the Depot Building was built next door to house the Mt. Mansfield Electric Railroad.

Over the years, the Inn has hosted many famous visitors including Lowell Thomas, who made regular broadcasts from the Inn, President Gerald Ford, who stayed at the Inn as a student on a modeling assignment for Look Magazine, and President Chester A. Arthur, who acted in a theatrical production at the Inn. There have also been many innkeepers over the years including the famous Parker Perry, who owned the Inn for over 35 years.

In 1982 the Inn was purchased by Marvin Gameroff, a Canadian visitor to Stowe who fell in love with the property. The Inn of Stowe, VT was transferred to the Gameroff Trust, the present owner, and a massive restoration project was completed in 1983 to honor the 150th birthday of the building. The wallpaper, stenciling and draperies in all of the Inn rooms are authentic early American reproductions. The lovely 18th century country furniture was manufactured especially for the Green Mountain Inn. The American salt-glaze stoneware lamps and the early American primitive reproductions add charm to the Inn's 64 rooms and suites, all with private baths.

While retaining the original charm common to historic New England Inns, many "modern" safety features were added during the restoration, including a full sprinkler/fire alarm system, internal fire stairs, exits and new wiring. Additionally, a swimming pool, The Whip Bar & Grill, cable television, air conditioning, meeting space and a fully equipped health club with fireside lounge area were added to the Inn's facilities.

In 1989, the Inn underwent additional work, including the redecoration of all common areas. Eight smaller rooms in the Main Inn were combined to make four suites with Jacuzzis, fireplaces and bars. In 1993, eight Clubhouse rooms were built. Each room offers a queen size four-poster bed, fireplace, DVD player and Jacuzzi. In 1994, two Deluxe Clubhouse Suites were added, each with one bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, dining/living room, fireplace, DVD player and Jacuzzi. The Inn's 15 room Annex Building was also completely renovated with new bathrooms and antique reproduction furniture, offering the feel of a fully-equipped Stowe, Vermont luxury hotel.

In 1997 the Mill House was completed, adding 8 luxury rooms to the Inn's accommodations, all with king canopy beds, fireside Jacuzzis, sitting areas and many other extras. In 1998 the Inn opened 4 new luxury rooms in the historic Depot Building. Then, just in time for the holiday season in 1999, the Inn opened two luxury Village apartments, the Sterling and Pinnacle suites. The year 2000 brought the construction and opening of our most ambitious project to date, and the last phase of the Inn's overall expansion, the Mansfield House. This 28,000 square-foot addition features 22 exquisite guest rooms (including 12 luxury suites) and a beautifully appointed common living room. Lastly, our two and three bedroom townhouses were added, offering a wonderful option for those looking for full kitchens, living rooms and other added amenities.

Throughout our living room, library, foyer and Main Street Dining Room you will find original watercolors by Walton Blodgett. These paintings depict many familiar local scenes, each one dramatically capturing a part of Stowe’s heritage. Come and see for yourself why the Green Mountain Inn is considered one of the finest Stowe VT Inns!