Rooms & Suites
Nine distinctive adults-only rooms and suites in a historic Victorian home and charming Carriage House — right in walkable Shelburne Village, with calm evenings, easy parking, custom breakfast, and quick access to Burlington, Lake Champlain, and BTV.
Heart of the Village Inn is a quiet, adults-only (21+) bed and breakfast in Shelburne Village, just minutes from Burlington. Designed for couples and relaxed getaways, it offers a calmer, more comfortable alternative to staying in downtown Burlington, with easy access to Shelburne Farms, Shelburne Museum, and Lake Champlain.
Each room is designed to support a quiet, uninterrupted stay for couples and adult travelers.
Stay in the heart of Shelburne for a quieter, safer, more personal Vermont getaway approximately 7 miles from Burlington and Lake Champlain — park with ease, walk to shops and restaurants in the village center, return to calm evenings at our B&B, and wake up to a custom-made breakfast.
No elevators · Historic property is not wheelchair-accessible · No housekeeping. Guests must remove their trash and used recyclables at check-out (carry-in / carry-out property) · Self check-in 3:00 pm–8:00 pm · Self check-out by 11:00 am
Located on the 1st Floor of the Main Inn (use porch stairs for front entrance access). Overlooks private outdoor parking and sits adjacent to the living room and breakfast areas. 176 sq. ft. King bed, spacious private bathroom, freezerless mini-fridge, and TV with free Amazon channels. Max occupancy 2 Adults 21+ only.
⚠️ All second-floor Main Inn rooms require use of stairs (there is no elevator).
Elegant Victorian room on the 2nd Floor with 2 large reading chairs. Overlooks the main street and historic Shelburne Village. 180 sq. ft. King bed, small compact private bathroom, freezerless mini-fridge, and TV with free Amazon channels. No in-room thermostat/heating. Seasonal only. Max occupancy 2 (Adults 21+).
Elegant Victorian room on the 2nd Floor with 2 large reading chairs. Overlooks the garden and backyard, and sections of the main street and historic Shelburne Village. 190 sq. ft. King bed, full private bathroom, freezerless mini-fridge, and TV with free Amazon channels. Max occupancy 2 (Adults 21+).
Elegant Victorian 2-room suite on the 2nd Floor with 3 large reading chairs. Overlooks the garden and backyard, and sections of the main street and historic Shelburne Village. 348 sq. ft. King bed, full private bathroom, freezerless mini-fridge, and TV with free Amazon channels. Max occupancy 3 (Adults 21+).
Cozy Victorian room on the 2nd Floor with a bistro table & 2 chairs. Overlooks the parking lot and sections of the main street and historic Shelburne Village. Queen bed, compact private bathroom (shower only), and TV with free Amazon channels. A practical fit for one guest and a cozy choice for two adults. Max occupancy 2 (Adults 21+).
☝️Our smallest room! A very cozy Queen on the 2nd Floor. Overlooks the backyard and garden. 108 sq. ft. Queen bed, spacious private bathroom, and TV with free Amazon channels. ❌No fridge, no option to use Inn fridge. Ideal for a solo guest. Max occupancy 2 (Adults 21+).
The charming Carriage House offers 2 first-floor guest rooms and suites and 2 second-floor guest rooms and suites. Guests must still navigate several steps to reach the Main Inn for breakfast.
The largest accommodation at the Inn — a spacious two-room suite ideal for two couples or a family of up to 4 adults. Main Room: King bed, large wardrobe, armchair, TV with Free Amazon Channels, mini-fridge, direct access to private bathroom (equipped with grab bars). Overlooks the adjacent art gallery parking lot and a nearby restaurant (Barkeaters). Annex Room: King bed, small wardrobe, round table with 4 wooden chairs, 1 additional padded chair. Access to the bathroom via the Main room only. Overlooks our parking lot and a small section of our backyard.Total suite space: 368 sq. ft. Max occupancy 4 (Adults 21+ only). Additional nightly charge applies for the 3rd and the 4th guests.
Comfortable most spacious guestroom on the ground level with 2 large reading chairs. Overlooks the garden and backyard, and sections of the main street and historic Shelburne Village. 247 sq. ft. King bed, full private bathroom, freezerless mini-fridge, and TV with free Amazon channels. Max occupancy 2 (Adults 21+).
Comfortable King guestroom on the ground level with 1 large reading chair. Overlooks the adjacent art gallery parking lot and a nearby restaurant (Barkeaters). 210 sq. ft. King bed, full private bathroom with grab bars, freezerless mini-fridge, and TV with free Amazon channels. Max occupancy 2 (Adults 21+).
Comfortable spacious 2-room suite with a King bed and a Jacuzzi-style jetted whirlpool tub on the 2nd Floor of the Carriage House. Two skylights in the bedroom. The Jacuzzi room overlooks our backyard and garden. 328 sq. ft. King bed, full private bathroom (shower only), freezerless mini-fridge, and TV with free Amazon channels. Max occupancy 2 (Adults 21+).
Charming cozy guestroom on the 2nd Floor. Limited seating (bedside bench). Overlooks our lovely neighbor's property with a limited town view. The skylight offers sky views. 162 sq. ft. King bed, full private bathroom, freezerless mini-fridge, and TV with free Amazon channels. Max occupancy 2 (Adults 21+).
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Many guests choose Heart of the Village Inn for romantic weekends, anniversary trips, wine weekends, and quieter Vermont getaways near Burlington. Our adults-only (21+) setting offers a calm alternative to larger hotels while keeping you close to Shelburne Vineyard, Shelburne Farms, Lake Champlain sunsets, and Burlington dining.
Browse the rooms and suites above to find the best fit for your stay, whether you are planning a couples getaway, a special occasion trip, or a relaxing Vermont weekend.
Guests planning a romantic getaway often also review our breakfast experience, compare nearby activities on our Shelburne guide, and confirm details on our reservation policies page before booking direct.
Not sure which room is right for your trip? Visit Who It's For to find your best fit, or explore what makes us an adults-only bed and breakfast experience. Many guests also find it helpful to review our guide for Shelburne Farms visitors when planning their stay.