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South Shire

Property class: 4

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A room with wooden paneling, a piano, a chair, and a door leading to another room.
A traditional living room with a wooden ceiling, green curtains, a fireplace, and a large armchair.
A two-story house with a front porch, a flag, and a gravel driveway.
A formal dining room with a chandelier, fireplace, ornate mantelpiece, and a large floral carpet.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, a patterned rug, and an American flag.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$291
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct

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124 Elm St, Bennington, VT, 05201
  • Place, Green Mountain National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bennington Potters Yard
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Vermont College
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a fireplace, and a door.

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large wooden bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with two wooden beds, a wooden wardrobe, a chair, and a desk.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a leather armchair, and a classic chair in a room with a carpeted floor and floral wallpaper.

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A four-poster bed in a bedroom with a fireplace, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a bedside table with a lamp, a radiator, and a window with floral curtains.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, wooden dresser, and a chair.

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a white metal frame, a dresser, a mirror, and a small table.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, a mirror, and a window.

Grand Studio Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 B&B include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast 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 short walk of this 4-property class Bennington B&B include Fiddlehead at Four Corners and within a 15-minute walk you'll find Bennington Potters Yard.
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What's nearby

  • Green Mountain National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fiddlehead at Four Corners - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bennington Potters Yard - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bennington Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Southern Vermont College - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive

About this property

South Shire

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 bed & breakfast 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 bed & breakfast.

  • 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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Shire on 30 Oct 2026 start from AU$291, 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Charming B&B style hotel in beautiful Bennington, VT.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Talk about charm...this is a beautiful and well-maintained Victorian home. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean and well appointed. The Thai restaurant inside the inn was excellent, and there was a live pianist on Friday evening to add to the charm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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South Shire is a quaint Victorian Inn on Elm Street within walking distance to the center of Bennington, VT. The Inn has a family feel and elegance. We traveled as a couple. It was easy to get to sites and enjoy fine restaurants. The Inn is in keeping with the feel of strength of the Bennington community, as a place for artists, musicians, and people's expression generally to thrive. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend South Shire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Quiet, peaceful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Room was clean staff was good. Based on pictures we thought the jetted tub was larger
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great period decor! Spacious rooms and an inviting living room to relax. Also walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants was a real plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s a very nice inn and staff were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute place to stay walking distance from brewery.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent and friendly staff and hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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A+ service, room we stayed in was perfect size with king bed. had an issue with heater first night but Inn Keeper was great to deal with and provided alternative heat source on first evening plus they have working fireplace (bonus++). We stayed 3 nights and just enjoyed ourselves during our visit. would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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Very nice stay, wife and daughter were very happy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful Victorian mansion and furnishings. Excellent continental breakfast. Easy walk to historic downtown Bennington.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very well kept B&B in a very nice town. Several good restaurants nearby. Great place to stay in Southern VT
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

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Pretty property!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable lodging with character and convenient location to Prospect Mountain cross country ski center.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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very nice highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a nice change from regular hotels. Will always stay there if I’m in Bennington and can’t recommend them enough.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very cool rooms. Al different and many with fireplaces. Friendly staff
Pretty and good location
Comfy
Warm and inviting
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Nice property with great restaurant on site. No breakfast available however.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and charming historic property with amazing service. The owner, John, is at the front desk and is a wonderful person. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024