The Reluctant Panther
Inn and Restaurant

THE GARDEN HOUSE
constructed in the late 19th century, the Garden House originally housed sleeping and living quarters for Miss Mary Porter's personal attendants and housekeepers.

Garden Suite
One of the inn's most spacious accommodations, the Garden Suite's layout includes an elegantly furnished bedroom with a double-sided fireplace, a roomy private bath and full living room, also with fireplace. Warm earthy colors embrace the king-sized bed and sitting area and complement the double spa tub in the private bath. A perfect location for a lengthy stay, this suite is equipped with a refrigerator and microwave and room to stow two week's worth of luggage. Guests will enjoy the private porch in summer and the suite's cozy atmosphere in the cooler seasons.

Dorothy Canfield Fisher Suite (photo top right)
A secluded accommodation with a private entrance and an interior décor that reflects Vermont's famous author's era. The light and airy bedroom is accentuated with an adorable Franklin stove and memorable early editions of Canfield Fisher's work. A sumptuous king sized bed is outfitted with inviting and decorative linens. A separate sitting room is furnished with a comfy overstuffed couch. The elegant private bath features a spa tub and substantial vanity.

The Lodge Suite (photo left)
A perfect getaway accommodation for those seeking a rustic yet elegant experience. Decorated in an Adirondack style with exposed wood beams and a rich color scheme, the suite features a king bed and writing desk. A sitting area is situated across from beautiful windows and a warming fireplace. The private bath is a step down from the main room and features a spa tub and shower unit.

The Florist Suite (photo right)
Situated on the ground floor this suite is named in honor of Manchester’s Village Florist who operated his fine establishment out of these quarters in recent years. Windows look out toward the historic Village green and a private porch is fitted with traditional rocking chairs for relaxing on a summer day. The suite features a king bed in the sleeping area and a sitting room with comfy loveseat, antique writing desk and warming fireplace. The sunny Florist Suite also features a private bath with a whirlpool tub.

THE MAIN HOUSE
A late 19th century Village residence, the building contains three suites with exceptional amenities.

Pierre LaMotte Suite (photo left)
French country décor captures the essence of the period in which its namesake established the first European settlement in the state of Vermont. A first floor room in the main inn building, this luxury suite features a private entrance and a porch with a view of historic Manchester Village. The elegant four-poster king sized bed is fitted with scrumptious, high quality linens. This exceptional suite also features a full living room and can accommodate private, in-room dining for two. The bathroom boasts a two-person slipper spa-tub which looks out towards a warming fireplace.

Bluebonnet Suite
Located on the first floor of the new main building and decorated in soft blues, this suite's soothing atmosphere will appeal to even the most discerning of guests. The comfy king-sized bed rivals the comfort of the two person spa tub in the private bath.

Primrose Suite
The Primrose suite evokes an essence of sophistication and grace. Located on the first floor of the new main building, the suite features a warming fireplace and a flirty floral decor. Lovely plush Italian linens fit a comfy king bed and these is a double spa tub in the bathroom.