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Independence Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star historic inn near Bow Lake

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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6 Drake Hl Rd, Strafford, NH, 03884
  • Bow Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Long Island
  • York Island
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

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

Traditional Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 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

  • 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)
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Strafford

Walk to the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bow Lake and 25 miles (40 km) of Lake Winnipesaukee. Market Square and Long Sands Beach are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Bow Lake - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Treasure Island - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • York Island - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Inisfree Island - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • University of New Hampshire - 27 min drive - 19.1 miles

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
  • ‪The Original Johnson's Dairy Bar at Northwoods Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cooperhill Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cooper Hill Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Independence Inn

3.5-star historic inn near Bow Lake
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The historic Independence Inn also features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Strafford inn is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1832
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
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.

Languages

English

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Jun 24 - Jun 25
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

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
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart speaker

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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: USD 25 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 125 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

How close is Independence Inn to the airport?

Independence Inn is 23 mi (39-min drive) away from the Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Independence Inn?

As of Jun 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Independence Inn on Jun 24, 2025 start from $150.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Independence Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Independence Inn.

How close is Independence Inn to the beach?

This inn is 7.6 mi (16-min drive) from Northwood Lake Beach.

Does Independence Inn offer free breakfast?

Independence Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 4:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Independence Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Independence Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Independence Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Independence Inn have a pool?

Independence Inn does not have a pool.

Does Independence Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Independence Inn to downtown Strafford?

Independence Inn is 6.2 mi away from Strafford.

Independence Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 95 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mich

Traveled with partner
Breakfast bad
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 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

JOHN

Traveled with partner
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

Bill

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

8/10 Good

Josephita

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Siddharth

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we checked in around 9 pm and was dark out. no staff at the location . felt little spooky at the beginning, called the Inn Keeper and she explained about the building. It was a old building but it was clean . had a small kitchenette which was very convenient for us. they had every thing you need for a Breakfast. i had not issues for a one night stay. beautiful lake near this stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anette

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

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Leigh Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We never saw a member of the staff, it was self check in and out. There was supposed to be breakfast included, nothing. Maybe during a different season? The building was built in 1832 and was very charming. The rooms were comfortable. Kind of off the beaten path and no restaurants or stores around.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Janelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a no-contact Inn with a phone number for the Innkeeper posted. Very nice room, but the latch on the bathroom door didn’t work so you had to place something against the door to keep it closed. The lamp bulb by the night stand was dead but we switched it with another one in the room. We appreciated the breakfast offerings, kitchenette, white noise machine, and reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

G Tim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joan

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

4/10 Poor

Ellen

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid the downstairs room.

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Vincent

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Don, Dieppe

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS, EAST WILLISTON

Traveled with family and small children
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

4/10 Poor

Ann

Traveled with family
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024