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The Silver Fountain Inn

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Dover with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Garden
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Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Porch
Nestled in a serene setting, The Silver Fountain Inn offers an idyllic retreat. Unwind with free full breakfast, bask in the sun on the terrace or lose yourself in a good book from the library.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (The Boudoir, 1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (The Chamber, 1st floor)

Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (The Chamber, 1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Room (The Vivienne, 3rd floor)

Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (The Vivienne, 3rd floor)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (The Henrietta, 2nd floor)

Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (The Henrietta, 2nd floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (The Marguerite, 2nd floor)

Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (The Marguerite, 2nd floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (The Eleanor, 3rd floor)

Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (The Eleanor, 3rd floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (The English Rose, 3rd floor)

Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (The English Rose, 3rd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (The Duchess, 2nd floor)

Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (The Duchess, 2nd floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (The Duke, 3rd floor)

Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (The Duke, 3rd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Dorothy Brown, 2nd Floor) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (Dorothy Brown, 2nd Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Dover is home to The Silver Fountain Inn. Woodman Institute and Sarah Orne Jewett House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Children's Museum of New Hampshire and Dover Bowl Family Fun Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lundholm Gymnasium or Lee USA Speedway.
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Map
103 Silver Street, Dover, NH, 03820

What's nearby

  • Woodman Institute - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Children's Museum of New Hampshire - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dover Bowl Family Fun Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • University of New Hampshire - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Hamilton House - 14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 11 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wing-Itz - ‬11 min walk
  • OTTO Dover
  • ‪Garrison City Beerworks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Moose Tap House - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Silver Fountain Inn

Bed & breakfast near University of New Hampshire
Consider a stay at The Silver Fountain Inn and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to a library and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Concierge services, coffee/tea in the lobby, and wedding services
  • A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1871
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Silver Fountain Inn Dover
Silver Fountain Dover
Silver Fountain
Silver Fountain Inn
The Silver Fountain Inn Dover
The Silver Fountain Inn Bed & breakfast
The Silver Fountain Inn Bed & breakfast Dover

Frequently asked questions

Is The Silver Fountain Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Silver Fountain Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Silver Fountain Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Silver Fountain Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Silver Fountain Inn located?

Situated in Dover, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Woodman Institute, Henry Law Park, and The Children's Museum of New Hampshire. Dover Bowl Family Fun Center is 2.5 mi (4 km) away. Dover Transportation Center is 11 minutes by foot.

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The Silver Fountain Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 288 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Victorian home; a gem! Great staff, tea and breakfast. Will definitely return next time we’re in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruttanatip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property & great hosts . Wonderful breakfast with the best scones!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, great breakfast and snacks, would definitely stay again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shivam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good breakfast and great hospitality! The entire property had a fantastic Victorian charm and plenty of tea options. Easy walk into downtown Dover, short drive into Portsmouth, and many hiking trails nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherif

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful people running a wonderful b&b. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely visit. Hosts were great and breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent . Breakfast was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inkeeper Kim made check in a breeze. She kindly gave us an orientation to the property, and this house is just one of a kind! If you love character homes, this house is a must see. Our room was cozy and comfortable. There are many cozy spots to relax and enjoy the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property is not for the disabled or mobility challenged. The stairways are very steep without handrails to hold and are dangerous for mobility. We did not stay as my husband (who is disabled) could not climb the steep stairs to the second level. Even the entry steps at the front of the building have no handrails for stability.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and breakfast was delicious
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, excellent staff and breakfasts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Property was beautiful and reflected the original Victorian style. Service was fabulous and breakfast was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely charming little place. Staff is great. Owner is awesome. I will most definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So quaint and very hospitable!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable Stay!

Comfortable bed, beautifully appointed rooms, yummy full breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best bed and breakfast in over 40 years of traveling. Absolutely gorgeous and pristine throughout with choice of gourmet breakfast items and 24 hour tea or coffee service! Outstanding service from Jerri at breakfast and owner with choice of accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was great. Friendly staff, great accommodations. We’ll be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute bed and breakfast. Fantastic breakfast options, including scones. In October, the main floor is decorated in a Hocus Pocus Halloween theme.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful bed and breakfast in a beautiful 1871 house. Just gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property with a great breakfast, a very pleasant proprietor with a great bed. It's also just a short drive from I-95 near the Maine/New Hampshire border and the perfect place to rest on a longer drive through New England.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the Silver Fountain Inn

Such a beautiful B&B! The owner and staff are very friendly and helpful. Our room, the Eleanor, is lovely and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay in this piece of history. Good breakfast and easy parking. We'll located for our needs.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 3 weeks driving through Canada and the East Coast of the US and this was the best place we stayed! The room was beautiful, clean and comfortable and the breakfast was great. Everyone who works there is friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Amenities
My first experience of a bed and breakfast-,a beautifully appointed lodging in Victorian array was wonderful. The Silver Fountain combines beauty with the art of tea.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Talia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this inn. Free tea and coffee for guests and a full breakfast every morning which is very unusual for most hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023