Travel trends change often, but one thing that will never go out of style are road trips! 2020 has definitely been the year of road trips. With travelers finding ways to avoid airports and overly crowded tourist destinations, they’re choosing the safer option, which is to pack up the car and travel on four wheels. Thankfully here in the US, there are so many incredible routes to take, states to see, national parks to explore, and coasts to enjoy. I may be biased, growing up on the East Coast but New England is such an incredible part of the country and a perfect road trip destination, especially during the autumn months with the changing colors of the foliage. If you’re in need of a safe, memorable, and manageable trip, consider road tripping through New England and check out these incredible accommodations you could stay at along the way.
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1. Upscale Timber-Frame Cottage
Location: Pownal, Maine
This cozy post-and-beam cottage is tucked away in a scenic, woodsy setting. This is the perfect place to relax after a day of driving and an even better place to enjoy the beautiful state of Maine! The location gives great access to Freeport and Portland, while only 20 minutes from shops and restaurants. If you want to explore the great outdoors, Bradbury Mountain State Park is only two miles away. The cabin has a full kitchen, loft bedroom and can sleep up to four guests.
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2. The Word Barn
Location: Exeter, New Hampshire
Who wouldn’t want to have a renovated barn all to themselves in a quaint and cozy part of New Hampshire? With farm-fresh eggs provided in the morning, the downtown area located less than five minutes away, and beautiful hikes right outside your doorstep, this place couldn’t be more perfect for a road trip stop! The barn features hardwood floors, ceiling beams, a butcher block counter, a full galley kitchen, and can sleep up to two guests. Also on the premises of The Word Barn is a celebrated gathering space, hosting literary, live music, and other events. The hosts provide two complimentary admission tickets as part of a stay!
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3. Beautiful Mountain Log Cabin
Location: Pittsfield, Vermont
This gorgeous post and beam log cabin is situated right off of a main road but will have you feeling like you’re in another world. With scenic mountain views in every direction, an open floor plan, a cozy fireplace, and even a hot tub on the back deck (perfect for evening stargazing) you’ll never want to leave this place. There are 3 bedrooms with enough room to sleep up to eight people. The master suite has its own fireplace, jacuzzi tub, and balcony. The cabin is located just a half-hour away from Woodstock, a popular Vermont destination, and couldn’t be a more perfect accommodation while on a road trip through New England.
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4. Charming Lake Cottage
Location: Wrentham, Massachusetts
This unique home, which was built in the early 1900s, has a calming spiritual feel, tons of natural lighting, and is right on a beautiful, charming lake. Amenities include laundry, a full kitchen, a wooden stove, a large outdoor deck, and can sleep up to six guests. The location couldn’t be more perfect for road tripping with Boston and Providence only 30 minutes away, and Cape Cod 45 minutes away.
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5. Historic Stone Cabin
Location: Bloomfield, Connecticut
This gorgeous two-story, rustic stone cabin is tucked away on top of Talcott Mountain, inside the grounds of a historic landmark. The cabin is equipped with a full kitchen, stone fireplace, two beautiful patios, a dreamy inground pool, and a basketball court. Located in a secluded neighborhood, there is plenty of privacy, yet is in close proximity to West Hartford, Simsbury, and Avon. Who wouldn’t enjoy these unique features, inviting outdoor spaces, and the rustic atmosphere of this incredible Connecticut based Airbnb?
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Road tripping is such an incredible form of travel that allows you quality time with whoever your traveling with, incredible views along the way, and spontaneity and room to change direction. I mean, who doesn’t love a good road trip!? I hope this post helped give you some new ideas and maybe some inspiration for visiting New England. With such incredible Airbnb options, all across the New England states, you couldn’t go wrong with planning your next road trip here.
Loved reading your awesome travel blog…makes me want to take a road trip even though I’m not fond of riding in the car for a long time…loved all the Airbnb’s you shared…they all look so cozy…thanks for your wonderful and very informative information as well as your fabulous pictures. Enjoyed reading my beautiful niece…thank you!