Pet friendly Connecticut lodgings welcome the family dog

Yes, you can stay in a lovely historic inn on the Connecticut shoreline and bring your dog along, too. The Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast, nestled between the Connecticut shoreline and the Connecticut River Valley, has two rooms that welcome your friendly, well-behaved pooch of 70 pounds or less. Both the Duck Island Room and the Salt Island Room have outside entrances and kitchenettes with a mini fridge, microwave and sink. Dogs are welcome on the grounds and in outdoor spaces, including the riverfront property and dock. And there are plenty of hiking and walking opportunities nearby, including beaches, forests and state parks. Back at the inn, guests enjoy a hot breakfast every morning and expansive outdoor patios with fire pits.

The Interlaken Inn, nestled between two lakes in the foothills of the Berkshires, welcomes your furry fellow vacationer with eight pet-friendly rooms in its comfortable Woodside House. This inn building is in a more secluded spot, with direct entry from the outside for privacy and convenient nearby parking. The vaulted-ceiling rooms feature microwaves and refrigerators. The inn’s farm-to-table restaurant means you don’t have to leave your pet for long to enjoy great meals. The lakefront inn is set on 30 scenic acres, perfect for strolling, with complimentary canoes and kayaks available for guests to use on Lake Wonoscopomuc. Nearby, you and your pooch can hike part of the Appalachian Trail or choose from a variety of local trails.

Here’s some great news for dog-owners: You don’t have to leave your furry friend at home when you begin your Connecticut vacation at The Stanton House Inn. Located on a leafy residential street, the inns dog-friendly package, for dogs 35 pounds and under, includes a dog bed, dark towel for those muddy paws, food and water bowls, cleanup bags and a personalized welcome kit with treats, a coupon for a local pet store, dog food samples and a guide to dog-friendly trails, parks, restaurants and stores. All dog-friendly rooms are on the patio level with private entrances. This gorgeous inn has a seasonal outdoor pool, a comfortable library for relaxing by the fire and lovely gardens. Complimentary breakfast is served in the dining room or on the patio.