With a stay at Independence Inn in Strafford, you'll be 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bow Lake and 23.7 mi (38.2 km) from Lake Winnipesaukee. .This historic inn is 27.7 mi (44.6 km) from Market Square.
University of New Hampshire - 21 min drive - 24.0 km
Lake Winnipesaukee - 37 min drive - 38.2 km
Market Square - 41 min drive - 44.6 km
Hampton Beach - 49 min drive - 61.7 km
Getting around
Durham Station - 23 min drive
Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Northwoods Brewing Company - 14 min drive
Northwood Diner - 15 min drive
Johnsons Seafood & Steak - 14 min drive
Cooperhill Pizzeria - 7 min drive
Cooper Hill Pizzeria - 7 min drive
About this property
Independence Inn
Historic inn in Strafford with free breakfast
Independence Inn offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and shared/communal kitchens. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Televisions come with smart speakers.
Bathrooms include showers. This Strafford inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and smart speakers are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 4:00 AM to noon.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, coffee/tea in a common area, and microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 4:00 AM and noon.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Free uncovered self-parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 4:00 AM–noon
Coffee/tea in a common area
Family friendly
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Housekeeping (on request)
Luggage storage
Outdoors
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have any lifts
Step-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
More
Shared microwave
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Down duvet
Heating
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
Smart speaker
Food and drink
Cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Microwave
Mini fridge
Paper towels
Shared kitchen access
Toaster oven
More
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
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 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
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
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 fire extinguisher 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
Independence Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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.
Well it started out OK. The wall-to-wall carpeting in my room was very dirty. Thn an area rug is placed on top which is a tripping hazard. The worst is that I had a downstairs room and the people above me above at 5 am and I was awoken by loud footsteps on top of my head.
This property has really gone downhill, especially since the closing of the restaurant. What it really needs is someTLC by someone who cares because the property has tremendous potential to be a beautiful property if just shown a little bit of care with some small adjustments and upgrades.
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.
NICHOLAS
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Ann
Travelled with family
15 July 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was no host during entire stay. The host was a (g)host. You enter an empty house. Kitchenette in common area was filled with the same dirty, moldy dishes the entire stay. The bathroom smelled like septic tank. Bathroom door did not latch. Felt like a ghost town of year's past.
Our room was filthy - mattress needed to be replaced. The continental breakfast was hidden in cupboards. We were required to scrounge for it.
Sandee
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie
14 June 2024
Katie
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Michael
19 May 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I awoke to tidy things up prior to checking out only to realize how dirty the rug and worse, my bed sheets and banket and even found bugs. Before I left I sent a text to the Innkeeper and waited 20 minutes but never got a response. I dont like to leave negative reviews and the place presents itself better perhaps until you really look.
It was a low-frills room but clean, comfortable, and dark enough. Tap water was not delicious, water pressure strange. It was cool staying in a really old inn! I liked the ambiance and had a good night of sleep.
I would rate this property, generally speaking, as average because some things could have been a little cleaner (ex. The bedroom rug needs to be cleaned.) I was a little disappointed when the in room coffee maker didn’t work.
Stephen
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adrien
28 Mar 2024
I like the uniqueness of the property. They also keep the room and common areas very clean.
Adrien
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Kyle
12 Mar 2024
The room was warm and welcoming. It was in good condition. Easy self check in and out. Restaurant was great and food was delicious.
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!
Our experience at the Inn was remarkable. If you are looking for a central place to go and explore the area, this is it. The owners and the staff were exceptional. Anything that we needed was addressed immediately. The food at the attached restaurant was second to none. The Independence Inn has old world charm and New World management which makes it the perfect place to stay and enjoy the beautiful New Hampshire foliage or any of the many other interests that the area has to offer. I would recommend The Independence Inn to anyone. We hope to return again soon and look forward to seeing the owners again. Thank you all for your hospitality!