Richmond Area Business Association

A charming and inexpensive alternative to city lodgings or suburban chains, this cozy 1850s Queen Anne home is only a 12-mile interstate hop from Burlington, and just minutes away from attractions such as Ben & Jerry's, the Long Trail, and Waterbury Reservoir State Park. Rates are from $129, including a full breakfast. For reservations, call toll free 1-888-242-3362 or 802-434-4410, from 8:00am - 10:00pm (Eastern). Or, visit us on the web at www.richmondvictorianinn.com.

"It's an honor to be included in this year's Editors' Choice list. We know that, as gas prices continue to rise this summer, folks still need to get away, and they will be looking for affordable places to go, within a reasonable amount of time and driving distance. We would like them to consider us as a getaway destination or as part of a longer tour of New England. We're easily accessible to folks all over New England and Eastern Canada, as well as anyone flying into the Burlington International Airport, just 8 miles away. From the beginning, our vision has always been to make our guests feel at home, like they're staying with family or friends, so it's nice to be recognized for something you love to do," say innkeepers Frank and Joyce Stewart. "Frank is a wonderful host and a terrific cook. He's always telling stories or cracking jokes. It helps get the conversation going in the morning," says Joyce. Frank is a native of Glasgow. Scotland, and came to the U.S. in 1986 from the UK, when he married Joyce, a native of Washington, D.C. They have lived in Vermont since February 2002.

"Our ‘Best of New England' issue is about where we live and play and raise our families. These places happen to be the cities and villages, the beaches, mountains, and forests, where visitors from around the world come to spend precious vacation days," says editor Mel Allen. "We've filled our pages with the places we want to see, and have seen, and will see again. Immerse yourself in these places to visit, as beautiful as any in the world, plus more than 250 ‘Bests,' our recommendations for inns, shopping, sights, restaurants, adventures, and what-have-you."