The Jackson

We were really looking forward to our stay at the Jackson House as we have stayed there several times in the past. Our room was lovely, clean and attractive with a great bathroom. I had no issue with the rate as in the past, the inn was worth it. Not so much now. Soon we discovered the lovely room was by far the best thing about the inn currently. The breakfast, which used to be a highlight, was mediocre. The bar no longer exists. There were dead flowers on the tables as well as in one of the common rooms. The coffee service was a large commercial monstrosity that did not work! We choose to stay in inns and B & B’s because of the warmth and personal interest we usually find but that is currently lacking in this inn.

I booked this stay six months ago before their ownership change. Everything you read about their downgrade in quality and service are true. This is certainly not what we had imagined or hoped for. Almost no charm and not at all a luxury feel. If you are looking for a special New England B&B experience, go elsewhere.

We were so disappointed in our experience at Jackson House. We had stayed here 3 years ago and ranked it one of our top B&B experiences. We were anxious to bring friends back with us this year; unfortunately they did not get the Jackson House Inn we were expecting. This is no longer a Bed and Breakfast; it is a lovely inn. While I understand the inn has had ownership and management changes over the summer, the changes seem to be taking this lovely B & B in the wrong direction. People book Bed and Breakfasts for the bed AND the breakfast. Breakfast was an unbelievably weak offering of two baked goods (bought off site, not baked in the kitchen), plain yogurt, some sliced fruit, hard boiled eggs, and a quiche (again, bought off site). Every single day, this was the exact same breakfast, three days in a row. Not one thing changed except the fruit. In addition, the little extras that make a B&B so homey, have disappeared. The lovely and extensive coffee service set up in the front parlor is gone. No wine in the afternoon, or cookies or treats. No water or ice available. There is a brand new inn keeper, and hopes are that she can restore some of the warmth and hospitality that we had expected. However, the new owners are the ones that have made the breakfast decision and give a feeling that this has become a corporate affair now. I hope I am wrong. The billing was a mess and the owner's response and handling of it were less than good PR. When I asked for his name and contact info in case the credit card charges did not shake out as he promised, he simply told me to email the info address at the inn. No phone number, no full name to contact him. I realize we stayed during a difficult time for the inn as the new inn keeper was starting the second day of our stay. All the more reason for ownership to go out of their way to smooth over any rough edges. My best advice to others at this point is to give it some time and watch the reviews to see if the inn is able to get back on the right footing. Otherwise, just know you are not booking a true B&B, but an inn in a great location.

location and rooms were great We stayed once when Kathy and Rick were managers/cooks Breakfast was A+++ Rick was a true master Second time last fall- new managers new cook breakfast elegant but way too rich in cream they did provide wonderful yogurt parfait instead Will not return or recommend now that the fabulous breakfast is replaced by simple continental that is not what people expect from a Bed and Breakfast

The Inn and grounds are lovely and the staff kind. We were in a nice room on the 3rd floor. Keep in mind however, you will have to climb 3 flights of steps with luggage! Coffee service not available in the room so 3 flights down if one wants coffee before breakfast. Also, the new breakfast buffet is a bit limited and just ok. Both days, buffet offerings were: choice of 2 breads, pumpkin & banana, yogurt with fresh fruit, 2 quiche choices or hard-boiled eggs, juice and coffee/tea. They have a lovely little bar area, but it was not open or available. BYOB! So what would make it better? For the price, a served breakfast as is typical with a B&B like they used to offer, or more extensive breakfast offerings besides warmed-up quiche. Perhaps a breakfast meat and maybe toast?

We had a great stay at the Jackson House Inn this past week. It really is an exquisite property. From the lovely grounds, to the beautiful decor, to the amiable Richard welcoming us to the morning breakfast, we enjoyed our stay completely. The location is quiet but near enough to the village to be convenient. We love Woodstock and look forward to a return visit to the Jackson.