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Independence Inn

3.5 star property
Historic inn with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Garden
Luxury Room - Pet Friendly | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Restaurant
Nestled near Bow Lake, Independence Inn offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and in-room WiFi. Gather 'round the firepit, stroll through the garden, or unwind with coffee/tea in the lobby – previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Traditional Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Traditional Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 168 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Signature Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Garden Room - First Floor | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Garden Room - First Floor

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Separate bedroom
  • 142 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential Room - Pet Friendly | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Presidential Room - Pet Friendly

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • 156 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 664 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Luxury Room - Pet Friendly | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Luxury Room - Pet Friendly

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Strafford, Independence Inn is in a rural area and near the beach. Market Square is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bow Lake and Lake Winnipesaukee. Long Sands Beach and Ogunquit Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snow tubing.
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Map
6 Drake Hl Rd, Strafford, NH, 03884

What's nearby

  • Bow Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Treasure Island - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • York Island - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Blueberry Island - 6 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Rye Island - 6 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 23 min drive
  • Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northwood Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Original Johnson's Dairy Bar at Northwoods Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cooper Hill Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tough Tymes Grille & Pub - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Independence Inn

Historic inn near Bow Lake
Consider a stay at Independence Inn and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like smart speakers and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Separate sitting areas, eco-friendly cleaning products, and communal kitchens

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 4:00 AM to noon
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Jefferson

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • Built in 1832
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 125 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 125 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Independence Inn Inn
Independence Inn Strafford
Independence Inn Inn Strafford

Frequently asked questions

Is Independence Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Independence Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Independence Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Independence Inn?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Independence Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this historic inn is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bow Lake and within 32 mi (52 km) of Lake Winnipesaukee and Market Square.

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Independence Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 102 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a short stay, but is wqorth going back again. Staff are so friendly with clean, comfortable rooms. Loved the Farmhouse Inn vibe. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tyler & his wife Sara were so inviting. This is an old Inn with all the charms. Tyler’s wife made me a lovely welcome sign, a very personal touch. Felt very comfortable being here. Very close to a family owned market that sold lovely local items as well as home cooked food for takeout. Beer & wine available as well.
Propene stove in room for chilly nights.
Cozy bed with cotton linens & nice mattress
A little welcome sign hung in my room.. so lovely & inviting!!
Walking distance, had our morning coffee here. What a view!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very hot upstairs even with air conditioning. There was trash left in our fridge and they got our name wrong multiple times. Price was outrageous for what was included
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy! Well organized and thoughtful! Would definitely stay again and recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything, especially the solitude, loved to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little inn and and a great deal as well having 2 bedrooms for less than the price of one at bigger hotels was amazing for the 4 of us
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here 3 times and I am very happy with the simple yet important considerations made for guests. I am hopeful to visit again regularly
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

Great Inn!

Great Inn that we will be staying at again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and the room was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mich

Breakfast bad
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Independence Inn. It was clean and welcoming. The self check in was easy and the innkeeper was wonderful! They went above and beyond to accommodate all of our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to Unplug everyone I encountered was Super Friendly would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raul

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

Would book again

Great room for the price. Owner was very nice and welcoming. The restaurant was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Quaint!

Good stay! Had fun with the board games they provide!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We completely enjoyed our stay. Beautiful lake just a five minute walk to see.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

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

Very nice stay!

Check in was really easy and the room was adorable! We’re planning on coming back during the winter because I feel like this room would be super cozy in the winter!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vera

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

UNH visit

Wonderful Historic Inn. Comfortable and very clean rooms. Beautiful common area, great staff, great food. Plan to make this our go to place when we visit NH.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Quick stay

This was only a one night stay, so I don't have much to say, but it was clean and quaint, and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Carol was lovely to talk with.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrien

I like the uniqueness of the property. They also keep the room and common areas very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Charming inn with an easy check in/out procedure. My room had a tilt to it from an uneven foundation so the bed alignment was a little difficult to get used to. Overall I liked the ambiance and antique decor. Breakfast was a little lacking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Wonderful

The Inn was great! A little older but had great charm! Staff was very friendly and helpful! Sat at the bar and visited, didn’t eat at the restaurant but the food looked and smelled delicious!
Had a cute little pantry for the guests!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle

The room was warm and welcoming. It was in good condition. Easy self check in and out. Restaurant was great and food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The inn was lovely with a nice historic charm as expected. Self check-in was easy. The room was clean and had what we needed as well as the common kitchenette area, however leaving early we did not want to wake anyone so used it minimally. We were not aware that the restaurant and bar had closed and found ourselves at the deli for some pizza. Overall experience was nice and would return if we were in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024