Enjoy a taste of old England in the warmth and charm of a truly original New England Country Inn at the Birchwood Inn. Conveniently located in the beautiful state of New Hampshire, the Birchwood Inn captures all with its gorgeous seasons and unforgettable grace.

History traces the opening of the Birchwood Inn c.1775. Although in operation around that time, the present brick structure was probably built around 1800. The present barns were added in 1848 and the total Inn has remained in very much the same form since that time. Two centuries have watched "The Old Hotel" entertain many an overnight guest, Henry David Thoreau among them. In addition to the tavern, dining and guest room operations, the Inn has housed the Temple post office, a small general store, the town meeting hall, and most recently, an antique shop. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, the Birchwood joins the rest of the Temple Center historic district in protecting and preserving the colonial beauty of the village.

One of the most notable features of the Inn is the guest dining room mural, painted by Rufus Porter (1825-33). A New England itinerant painter, Porter's works can also be found at Old Sturbridge Village in Massachusetts. The Birchwood Inn's bed and breakfast lodging accommodations include three charming rooms each with private bath plus two beautifully appointed and roomy suites both with seating areas and private baths.

Serving meals is a special pleasure at the Birchwood Inn. Foods are cooked to order and carefully presented by the innkeepers. One can turn back the clock and dine as Henry David Thoreau once did. Gaze out on an unspoiled colonial village and know, at least for the moment, that everything is right with the world.

Join your innkeepers in one of their two common areas to meet other guests over a game of backgammon, chess, checkers and cards. You can always sit down to a jigsaw puzzle or just quietly read a book.

There are plenty of things to do during any season at the Birchwood Inn in the Monadnock Region. There are great hiking trails along Mount Monadnock, Pack Monadnock and the Wapack Trail. There is also an excellent Summer Theatre, a classic Monadnock Music Series, horseback riding and hay rides. Experience New Hampshire's lovely fall foliage in The Currier & Ives Corner. Don't forget your camera or easel! They have fall foliage routes, numerous historic houses to visit and fine antiquing opportunities. The Cathedral of the Pines is a must to visit.

Winter is a wonderland in Temple. There is fine family cross-country skiing nearby. The area offers several other slopes, all within easy driving distance.