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South Shire

4.0 star property
Inn in Bennington with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Reception
Library
Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Deluxe Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec

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124 Elm St, Bennington, VT, 05201
  • Place, Fiddlehead at Four Corners
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Convenience Store & Vehicle Display
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Bennington Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Studio Suite

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Grand Studio Suite

Grand Studio Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Bennington

South Shire places you in the centre of Bennington, steps from Green Mountain National Forest and within a short 5-minute stroll of Bennington Arts Guild Gallery. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, free use of bicycles and ski storage. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Bennington inn include Fiddlehead at Four Corners and Harmon Hill.
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What's nearby

  • Fiddlehead at Four Corners - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Convenience Store & Vehicle Display - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bennington Potters Yard - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bennington Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Old First Congregational Church - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Dutchman's Tavern - ‬9 min walk

About this property

South Shire

Inn in Bennington with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre, a meeting room, and coworking spaces are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this inn measures 700 square feet (65 square metres) and includes conference space. Ski storage, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at South Shire. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bennington inn.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 700 sq ft of conference space
  • 65 sq. m of conference space
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
South Shire offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary bathrobes. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include slippers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 700 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 350 per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 125 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet deposit: USD 350 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

South Shire Inn
South Shire Bennington
South Shire Inn Bennington

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at South Shire?

South Shire offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at South Shire?

As of 11 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Shire on 25 Dec 2025 start from AU$280.07, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at South Shire?

Yep, South Shire has a free self car park.

What makes South Shire a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as comfy beds and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at South Shire.

Is South Shire family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free bike rentals, as well as children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that South Shire is a hit with families.

Does South Shire serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at South Shire?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at South Shire?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at South Shire?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

South Shire Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Classic style and comfort.

A wonderful little hotel in what was once a family home. The hotel has personality and a wonderfully cozy ambiance. The host was very personable and polite, and was a joy to converse with. The room had great personality, and each room has their own individual style. Our room had plenty of space to move around, and did not feel stuffy or confined. The bed was an incredibly comfortable four-poster. We will definitely mark this as a hotel to revisit whenever we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place in Bennington

Nice place to visit while in Bennington. Walking distance to downtown and a nice quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Antique lovely but a little lacking in conviences

This inn is a trip back in time. Antique everything, which I loved but some wouldn't. No tv or refrigerator came with the room, and there weren't a lot of outlets either, but the place is beautiful. It all depends on what you are looking for. The other thing is that its a long way up a spiral staircase to the second floor with no elevator, so if you aren't good with stairs it probably isn't good for you. Still a beautiful house that the owners have restored to near original condition with antique furniture, etc...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bennington is not what I remembered.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The building was really nice and in the process of finishing up on painting. The rooms were very dated and I assume to be refreshed next? Our room had several issues, The coffee table in the sitting area was broken and should be removed. The drapes in the sitting area had a broken rod so it was difficult to close them. The bath vanity had 2 of 4 lights out, the 2 working were different brightness and there was no soap at the sink. The base boards were Very dusty around the toilet. The coffee had 3 expresso and 1 regular coffee pod. We don't care for expresso. I talked to, I think, the owner about the issues and said he was unaware of them and they would be taken care of. That night we returned to No change to the bulbs in the bathroom, coffee table untouched, NO coffee pods at all and the coffee area still had old pods and dirty cups there. No change to the coffee table or the curtain rod. They did service the room because there were fresh towels. The bed had the Duvet pulled up but we had left it that way so not sure they did anything in the bed area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anita, shrewsbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty property!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
South Shire is a beautiful place filled with history and character. The staff were wonderful; kind and attentive. They were welcoming to us and our pup throughout the stay. We were very happy with the quality of the mattress and linens as well as the ac being nice and cold on a very hot day (not always things you find in an older bed and breakfast.) We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place to stay walking distance from brewery.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Victorian mansion and furnishings. Excellent continental breakfast. Easy walk to historic downtown Bennington.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Interesting hotel in special old building;friendly personnel, superb Thai restaurant. A real surprise
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Molly

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederic, Rocky River

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was charming and the room was spacious and wonderfully cool. Some areas were a little worn but overall very pleasant!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

bart

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property owner is very friendly and knowledgeable.He spent a number of years abroad and the decoration in this old Victorian represents his travels.There is also a thai restaurant incorporated inside the house
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025