Host Richard Binns is originally from Yorkshire England and has lived in New England for the last 30+ years. He has much experience with renting property over last 20 years and has owned the Blooming Inn, Shelburne Falls since January 2023. It was originally the Dancing Bear Guesthouse. He and his wife Ellie love meeting all our guests from all over the World and enjoy giving them the best possible experience in our Blooming Inn and the area around.

The Blooming Inn Shelburne Falls is a charming accommodation option located in the heart of Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts. It is situated in the historic Moses W. Merrill homestead, a building with a rich history dating back to 1852. The inn provides guests with comfortable lodgings in a setting that exudes historic elegance. Each room at The Blooming Inn Shelburne Falls is equipped with a private bathroom, ensuring a convenient and pleasant stay. Additionally, the inn offers spacious living and dining rooms for guests to enjoy. These common areas provide a welcoming atmosphere where guests can relax and unwind. While The Blooming Inn Shelburne Falls does not serve breakfast, it does offer self-serve coffee, tea, and toast-making facilities. Guests can avail themselves of a refrigerator to store their own food items and enjoy the included English Muffins. This setup allows guests to have flexibility in their morning routine and cater to their own preferences. Whether you are visiting Shelburne Falls for a short-term stay or a longer duration, The Blooming Inn Shelburne Falls offers a comfortable and convenient lodging option within a historic setting.

The Blooming Inn is a five-minute walk to Shelburne Falls' many attractions including the world famous Bridge of Flowers, Glacial Potholes, Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum, as well as fine cafés, restaurants, galleries, bookshops, and antique stores. Within a short drive are opportunities for downhill skiing ( Berkshire East Mountain Resort), cross country skiing, hiking, rafting, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing, as well as Historic Deerfield, the Mass MoCA, the Clark Art Institute and the many shopping and cultural activities in Northampton, Amherst, Greenfield, Brattleboro, etc.