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Independence Inn

3.5 star property
Historic inn with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Restaurant
Luxury Room - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Garden
Located near Bow Lake, Independence Inn offers continental breakfast and in-room WiFi. Enjoy a cozy firepit for evening gatherings, a peaceful garden for strolling, and a lobby with coffee and tea. Guests particularly appreciate the exceptionally helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Traditional Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Traditional Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Signature Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Garden Room - First Floor | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Garden Room - First Floor

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Down duvet
  • 13 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential Room - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Presidential Room - Pet Friendly

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 62 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Luxury Room - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Luxury Room - Pet Friendly

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
6 Drake Hl Rd, Strafford, NH, 03884

What's nearby

  • Bow Lake - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Treasure Island - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • York Island - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Blueberry Island - 6 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Rye Island - 6 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 23 min drive
  • Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northwood Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Original Johnson's Dairy Bar at Northwoods Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cooper Hill Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Independence Inn

Historic inn near Bow Lake
Consider a stay at Independence Inn and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, outdoor furniture, and luggage storage
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like smart speakers and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Separate sitting areas, eco-friendly cleaning products, and communal kitchens

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 4:00 AM to noon
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Jefferson

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • Built in 1832
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 125 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 125 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Independence Inn Inn
Independence Inn Strafford
Independence Inn Inn Strafford

Frequently asked questions

Is Independence Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Independence Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Independence Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Independence Inn?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Independence Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this historic inn is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bow Lake and within 32 mi (52 km) of Lake Winnipesaukee and Market Square.

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