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The Lilac Inn

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Brandon with free breakfast and a bar

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Exterior
Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 5 The Champlain Room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Garden
Gazebo
Restaurant
The Lilac Inn offers picturesque surroundings and thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy cooked-to-order breakfasts on the terrace, relax by the firepit, or wander through the garden. The property includes a library for quiet moments and free WiFi for staying connected.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 5 The Champlain Room)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 5 The Champlain Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 7 Albert's Room)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 7 Albert's Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 1 The Grand Suite)

Superior Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 1 The Grand Suite) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 1 The Grand Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Trundle Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 8 The Audubon Room)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 8 The Audubon Room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 8 The Audubon Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6 The Lilac Room)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6 The Lilac Room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6 The Lilac Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 2 Moosalamoo Room)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 2 Moosalamoo Room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 2 Moosalamoo Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4 The Robert Frost)

Superior Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4 The Robert Frost) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4 The Robert Frost)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 3 The Spring Room)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 3 The Spring Room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 3 The Spring Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View (Room 9 Gardener's Room)

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View (Room 9 Gardener's Room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View (Room 9 Gardener's Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
53 Park St, Brandon, VT, 05733

What's nearby

  • Brandon Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Neshobe River Winery - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Neshobe Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Brandon Music - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Lake Dunmore - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Rutland Station - 25 min drive
  • Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Clover Ale - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Neshobe Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪22 Park Eatery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Provence - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪dunkin - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Lilac Inn

Property highlights
You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit at The Lilac Inn. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, 5 meeting rooms, and smoke-free premises
  • Outdoor furniture, a computer station, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • 9 bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Cross-country skiing
  • Library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • 900 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 9 private bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Lilac Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 35 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Lilac Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lilac Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Lilac Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lilac Inn located?

Situated in Brandon, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Judith Reilly Gallery and Stephen A Douglas Birthplace. Brandon Museum and Neshobe River Winery are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Lilac Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 211 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quaint one night stay at Lilac House. Easy check in and check out. Room cozy. Enjoyed the ambiance of the B & B. Breakfast was delish. We would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lilac Inn is a beautiful hotel inside and out. Our room was comfortable and clean. It is the kind of place thy if it rained you would feel happy staying inside. The breakfast was very good.
Beautiful Hydrangeas grace the property. In the background is a gazebo.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a delightful stay and breakfast was wonderful. We will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. Attention to detail is noted. Delicious breakfast. Such a quaint town. Clean. Everybody friendly. Our dog had a great time. Nice break from today’s reality!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, great breakfasts, unique environment, lovely grounds, walking distance to town center.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation, friendly staff and delicious breakfast. Town was walkable from accommodation and plenty trails within short driving distance
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming and very close to walk downtown and enjoy the town. The made to order breakfast that is included was fabulous. Very nice stay. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Lonnie

Room was dusty and dirty. Waited an hour for a bellow average breakfast while enduring rude wait staff. We will never be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here. Beautiful grounds, beautifully appointed rooms, yummy breakfast. Who could ask for more
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dierdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lilac Inn is a wonderful retreat to relax and unwind from all the busyness of everyday life.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful, well cared-for property with a most lovely, acommodating host. I whole-heartedly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delightful and gracious home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most wonder made to order breakfast included. Super thoughtful manager and innkeeper. Warm and delightful ambiance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Susan E Fitzgerald

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

Lovely place

We had a lovely one night stay. The gardens and surrounding property are beautiful. The room was very spacious and well tended before we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

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

Recommended

My friend and I were traveling by motorcycle and had a very nice welcoming stay. Clean and comfortable with a very nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann

The inn is lovely, owner and staff friendly, full breakfast a plus! We will return. 😄
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin

This is a beautiful old building and grounds. The room was generously sized but a bit cluttered. The front desk staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn keeper was actually out on errands when we arrived and had our room key on the counter for us with a sweet little note. Our room was so cute and quaint, everyone from the inn was friendly and the breakfast options were delicious both days. Very quiet place and we'll definitely be back in the spring
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Friendly staff great breakfast menu with alternatives Helpful information of places to visit around the area Negative: having people sit with each so you become acquainted
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds are beautiful with gorgeous flowers and nice walkways. The stroll to downtown was enhanced by a farmers market going on every Friday. The TVs are difficult to figure out with multiple remotes, and no info. in the rooms as to how to use them?!? Overall a great place to stay with a wonderful breakfast and helpful staff. We hope to return again! Thank u!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome including a visit from ladybird
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and excellent service!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Relaxing at the Inn

We enjoyed our one night at the Inn. We relaxed on the front porch in the morning, enjoying the flowers and landscaping. Behind the Inn is a large garden/park area that we did not have time to explore but it looked very nice as we walked though it from the Inn to the parking area. The breakfast area was bright and comfortable. The breakfast options were just right for us. Our room on the second floor was spacious and well-decorated. We would have preferred a walk-in shower instead of the tub/shower combination due to the height of the tub. The neighborhood was pleasant, just a short distance to the center of Brandon.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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