Wilburton Inn

The Wilburton is a unique pleasure. Situated on a beautiful hilltop offering stunning views and dotted with magnificent sculptures. A main house that transports you to the Gilded Age, along with a number of beautifully decorated cottages, presents you with a variety of accommodations. Our room was immaculate, with a comfortable bed and plenty of space for our clothing. We had a lovely terrace to sit out in and contemplate the scenery. Our room was called “The Garden of Eden” room and had a number of whimsical prints and a rug in keeping with that theme. Check in and check out could not have been easier. Excellent Wi-Fi, a bedside electrical outlet that included USB outlets, allowing multiple-device charging. The Wilburton provides plenty of information regarding the surrounding area, which is helpful to those unfamiliar with the area. This part of Vermont is tranquil and serene. The Wilburton complements it perfectly.

My wife and I and some close friends just returned from a weekend at The Wilburton, and we cannot recommend it highly enough — it was truly an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The setting alone is worth the trip. The hotel sits on a stunning Vermont hillside with sweeping views of the Green Mountains that are breathtaking at any hour, but especially at sunrise and sunset. The historic mansion is full of charm and elegance — you feel genuinely transported to another era, yet with every modern comfort. Every corner of the property, from the guest rooms to the common areas, was impeccably maintained, which made the entire stay feel that much more relaxing. Breakfast was a delight: beautifully prepared eggs, bacon, quiche, truly home-baked breads, and excellent coffee. But what truly elevates The Wilburton is the hospitality. The staff and hosts are genuinely warm, welcoming, and attentive in a way that makes you feel like a guest in a private home rather than a hotel. They take real pride in engaging personally with guests and sharing the fascinating history of the property. We came specifically for the Mystery Weekend, which fell over Mother's Day, and it far exceeded every expectation. This is not your typical campy dinner theater — it is a cut above in every way. The writing was sharp, witty, and wholly original; honestly, Broadway-caliber. (One of the cast members reportedly starred in Les Miz on Broadway, and the writer — who is also the owner — has had multiple plays produced on New York stages.) The script brilliantly wove historical facts about The Wilburton — including its storied past as a secret corporate retreat for RKO Pictures stars — with delightful, classic Cole Porter songs. It was genuinely funny, inventive, and unlike anything we have experienced. Between the Broadway singalongs and intimate meet-the-cast cocktails, the weekend felt less like a one-off event and more like a full celebration of storytelling and performance. We have done similar experiences elsewhere, and nothing has come close. The Wilburton has created something truly special here. Needless to say, we left already planning our return. Highest possible recommendation.

This was my second time at the Willburton Inn for Murder Mystery weekend and I can’t wait to come back! I drove up to Manchester Vermont in time for the "meet the cast" welcome party where I had a chance to meet the other guests and the professional actors who had come from near and far to perform in the musical murder mystery. As a single woman traveling alone, I felt immediately welcomed and made new friends. I stayed in one of the villa rooms with a cozy gas fireplace and a magical view of the Green Mountains. The next day I woke to an old fashioned country breakfast with delicious french toast and local maple syrup. The murder mystery dinner party was the highlight of the weekend. Most of the audience dressed up in 1930s style clothes. The live piano music was elegant and festive, the actors were all excellent, and the theme cocktails were delicious. It was an amazing evening of fun and laughter, with lots of audience participation and unexpected twists. It’s the kind of unique experience you can’t wait to tell people about. I will definitely be back for the next mystery weekend in November!

We had the most delightful stay at the Wilburton Inn. The actual property is so rich with history and stories and a stones throw from Hildene (the home of Lincoln’s eldest surviving son, Robert Todd Lincoln), the charming village of Manchester, the Orvis fly fishing school and shop, as well the outlets if that’s something you’re into, and so much more. The Wilburton Inn has its own love and support for the arts and for artists and they are known to host on their property concerts, talks, cabarets and readings open to their guests and the public. It is truly a special getaway run by a very special family. (I wish I had photos to share here, but I was so engrossed in my time while I was visiting I completely forgot to take pictures.)

Went to the Murder Mystery event with my brother and cousin. Another cousin was supposed to come but couldn’t. The cousin that did come booked a 2 bedroom suite in which the TV didn’t work, so the hotel put her in a single room and called it an upgrade and did not discount her for what was actually a downgrade to a smaller room. I saw the room she got and any reasonable person would call it a downgrade from a 2 bedroom suite. I’ve been to Murder Mystery weekend theaters before and this was nothing like those. The first night you really didn’t even have to be there because all they did was serve some wine and cheese and introduced you to the members of the cast, so you were being charged an additional night’s stay (several hundred dollars) for no reason that was relevant to solving the Murder Mystery. The actual Murder Mystery didn’t even start until the following night just before dinner and was more of a play than the “ very immersive” experience they touted. Some of the actors were professionals and one actor was very good. Otherwise the entire cast read from a script and was what you would expect from a community theater group, other than the fact that they didn’t know their lines. The 2 couples that were assigned to our table expressed disappointment over the format. One couple was so upset, they left. The room was okay but definitely not a $300 room. We definitely felt cheated. Would not recommend this place to others.

The Wilburton was the perfect venue for our annual family vacation. The private yard was great for evenings around the fire pit. The rooms were beautiful, beds were comfortable and it had everything you could need for cooking in a huge kitchen. Plenty to do in town which is so close by. The kids had a blast in the indoor pool and Melissa the host was so accommodating and friendly! Highly recommend!

My best friends and I go to the Wilburton Inn twice a year and have been going there for over 20 yrs. Throughout the years, the levis family has become our family. They have welcomed us since day one with open arms. As we drove up the long driveway surrounded by beautiful mountains, we fell in love with the property. The Wilburton Inn Mansion sits right in the heart of all nature’s beauty. The staff is amazing and go above and beyond helping a guest. The rooms are beautiful and cozy. The rates are worth every penny! The New York girls

We have been staying at the Wilburtin inn for 20 plus years. We stayed in the Strawberry Hill villa, room 31. Spacious. Large shared living room and kitchen space.

Amazing beautiful place - almost a resort with a Yoga retreat feel on the grounds

I stayed with my kids in the main Inn- beatiful, peaceful interior with class. Many shared rooms for every need, games and library handy. Rooms were very nice, warm and clean. The outside view is breath taking. We can’t wait to come in summer and the fall. Office personel and the owner were Wery caring and helpful ! What a jam !