Summary

  • Fall views don't get any better than at Captain Nickels Inn, nestled along the Searsport Harbor in Maine - a delightful New England gem.
  • Red Hill Bed and Breakfast in Lovingston, Virginia offers picturesque views of surrounding mountains and rolling hills - the perfect autumn getaway.
  • Brook Farm Inn in Lenox, Massachusetts is equal parts modern comfort and old-world charm, making it the best bed and breakfast for a foliage season escape.

There's something incredibly beautiful about the change of season that autumn brings, from the cooler temperatures and the crisper air to the migrating birds and, of course, the color-changing leaves.

What better way to soak in the magic that is fall than with a stay in a charming inn tucked away deep in the remote countryside? From the heavily forested landscape of Oregon to the smooth rolling hills of Connecticut and everywhere in between, here are the best bed and breakfasts in the U.S. that feel just like fall — and home, too.

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10 Hidden Moose Lodge (Whitefish, Montana)

A sunset view of Whitefish Lake in Montana
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A sunset view of Whitefish Lake in Montana

Situated near Whitefish Lake in northwest Montana, Hidden Moose Lodge is the perfect escape. Nestled in the Rocky Mountains near Glacier National Park, this bed and breakfast is about as scenic as they come. Featuring 15 Montana-themed rooms, it's truly a rustic home away from home.

  • Address: 1735 E Lakeshore Dr, Whitefish, MT 59937
  • Amenities: Breakfast, complimentary evening beverages (beer, wine, or soda), ski shuttle, and a covered outdoor hot tub
  • Nearby sights: Whitefish Lake, City Beach, Flathead National Forest, and Glacier National Park

9 Bella Collina Bed & Breakfast (Amity, Oregon)

An aerial view of Amity, Oregon
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For a little R&R, a stay at a luxurious bed and breakfast like Bella Collina is in order. Nestled in the Coast Range among the area's many vineyards, the comfortable inn features more than 30 acres of breathtaking fall views.

8 Blue Mountain Mist Country Inn And Cottages (Sevierville, Tennessee)

A breathtaking view of the mist above the Great Smoky Mountains
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A breathtaking view of the mist above the Great Smoky Mountains 

Located near Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, the Blue Mountain Mist Country Inn and Cottages is the best bed and breakfast for fall when visiting the wilds of Tennessee, including the unique Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which offers visitors a spectacular fall wonderland to explore.

Featuring a 10,000-square-foot Victorian-style main house and romantic cottages, it's a quintessential Smoky Mountain adventure.

  • Address: 1811 Pullen Rd, Sevierville, TN 37862
  • Amenities: Full breakfast, evening desserts, refreshments, and bed-side jacuzzis
  • Nearby sights: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dollywood, Legacy Mountain Ziplines, and Ober Mountain

This charming bed and breakfast also features a spa, which offers calming services like rejuvenating mud wraps and exfoliating salt scrubs.

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7 Inn On Putney Road Bed And Breakfast (Brattleboro, Vermont)

The charming Inn on Putney Road Bed and Breakfast in Brattleboro, Vermont
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The charming Inn on Putney Road Bed and Breakfast in Brattleboro, Vermont

Built in 1929 in the French Baronial style, this adorable six-room estate is a national treasure. Nestled in between the West River and Connecticut River near the Vermont-New Hampshire border, the Inn on Putney features luxurious rooms and incredible views of the surrounding area.

  • Address: 192 Putney Rd, Brattleboro, VT 05301
  • Amenities: Coffee and tea service, multi-course gourmet breakfast, concierge service, billiard table, conservatory, sunroom, extensive gardens and hiking trails, and complimentary snacks and popcorn
  • Nearby sights: West River, Connecticut River, Brattleboro Common, Retreat Tower, Retreat Farm, The Stone Church, Wantastiquet Mountain Natural Area, and Mine Ledge

6 Captain Nickels Inn (Searsport, Maine)

An early morning view of Searsport, Maine
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An early morning view of Searsport, Maine

The fall views don't get any better than at Captain Nickels Inn, which is nestled along the Searsport Harbor in Maine. A delightful New England gem, the inn, which was built in 1874, is the perfect blend of timeless elegance and history.

  • Address: 127 E Main St, Searsport, ME 04974
  • Amenities: Multi-course breakfast, snack and beverage station, sun decks, tavern, and cottage by the bay
  • Nearby sights: Penobscot Marine Museum, Mosman Park, Searsport Harbor, Moose Point State Park, and Friends of Sears Island

5 Red Hill Bed And Breakfast (Lovingston, Virginia)

An incredible view of the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia
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An incredible view of the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia

Virginia is for lovers — and fall-infused bed and breakfasts like the amazing Red Hill Bed and Breakfast tucked away in Lovingston. Offering visitors picturesque views of surrounding mountains and rolling hills, the 36-acre property is the perfect autumn getaway.

  • Address: 294 Freshwater Cove Ln, Lovingston, VA 22949
  • Amenities: Four-course breakfast
  • Nearby sights: George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, Lovingston Winery, and Mountain Cove Vineyards

The four-course breakfast is $25 and includes a mimosa or freshly baked beignets.

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4 Brook Farm Inn (Lenox, Massachusetts)

A street view of Brook Farm Inn in Lenox, Massachusetts
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A street view of Brook Farm Inn in Lenox, Massachusetts

Whilst in Western Massachusetts, settle in for an evening of pure relaxation at the Brook Farm Inn, the best bed and breakfast for those visiting Lenox. Equal parts modern comfort and old-world charm, this lovely inn, which was built in 1882, is a bucket list, foliage season escape.

  • Address: 15 Hawthorne St, Lenox, MA 01240
  • Amenities: Full plated breakfast
  • Nearby sights: Gould Meadows, Stockbridge Bowl, The Mount, Edith Wharton's Home, Laurel Lake, Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum - Lenox Station Museum, Washington Mountain Lake Dam, Kennedy Park, Mass Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

3 Magnolia Place Bed & Breakfast (Hector, New York)

A street view of Magnolia Place Bed & Breakfast in Hector, New York
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A street view of Magnolia Place Bed & Breakfast in Hector, New York

Nestled in between Finger Lakes National Forest and Seneca Lake, the historic Magnolia Place Bed & Breakfast is worth a stay. Opt for a room with a private entrance to the inn's two-story, wrap-around porch for fantastic views of the fall scenery.

  • Address: 5240 NY-414, Hector, NY 14841
  • Amenities: Gourmet breakfast, decadent chocolates, cheeseboards, and more
  • Nearby sights: Smith Memorial Park, Lodi Point State Marine Park, Seneca Lake, and Finger Lakes National Forest

The in-room indulgences, such as the chocolates and cheeseboards, incur additional charges. Visit the inn's website for a complete list of prices.

2 Simsbury 1820 House (Simsbury, Connecticut)

Check in to the historic Simsbury 1820 House, which features 32 unique guestrooms and suites. A wonderful Connecticut getaway, the inn's on-site Soma Grille features a blend of new American fare with Mediterranean influences​​​​​​.

  • Address: 731 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury, CT 06070
  • Amenities: Complimentary continental breakfast, pool access, fitness room, and electric car charging stations
  • Nearby sights: Belden Forest, Drake Hill Park, Farmington River

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1 The Inn At White Oak Bed And Breakfast (Gettysburg, Pennsylvania)

The historic Gettysburg Battlefield in Pennsylvania
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The historic Gettysburg Battlefield in Pennsylvania

If respite in nature is desired, then a stay at The Inn at White Oak Bed and Breakfast is what the doctor ordered. Located just minutes away from Downtown Gettysburg's Lincoln Square, the inn's 30-acre grounds feature gardens, ponds, woodlands, waterfalls, and so much more.

  • Address: 1 White Oak Trail, Gettysburg, PA 17325
  • Amenities: Luxury spa and two- to three-course breakfast
  • Nearby sights: Historic Rainworth Lodge, World War II American Experience, Downtown Gettysburg, Education Center, Shriver House Museum, Gettysburg National Military Park, and Eisenhower National Historic Site

The Inn also has a luxury spa on-site, which offers a variety of revitalizing services like hot stone massages and facials. Visit the website to learn more.