Independence Inn

Historic inn within easy reach of Bow Lake

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October 2025

November 2025

Luxury Room - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Nestled near Bow Lake, Independence Inn offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and in-room WiFi. Gather 'round the firepit, stroll through the garden, or unwind with coffee/tea in the lobby – previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Very good

Popular amenities

Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

Housekeeping (on request)
Near the beach
Coffee shop/cafe
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Garden
Microwave in a common area
Picnic area
Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Private bathroom
Separate sitting area
Garden
Coffee/tea maker
Premium bedding

$117 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Tomorrow

Oct 22 - Oct 23

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Garden Room - First Floor

Good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

Dishwasher

Premium bedding

13 sq m
Hill view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Traditional Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

Dishwasher

16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Luxury Room - Pet Friendly

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

Dishwasher

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Presidential Room - Pet Friendly

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free rollaway/extra beds

Mini-fridge

14 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Bedrooms

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free rollaway/extra beds

62 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 7
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Signature Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Free rollaway/extra beds

Mini-fridge

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Similar properties

Kitchenette
Pet friendly
Free parking
Air conditioning

$205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

About the neighborhood

6 Drake Hl Rd, Strafford, NH, 03884

What's nearby

Bow Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Treasure Island - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
York Island - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Blueberry Island - 6 min drive - 1.5 km
Rye Island - 6 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 37 min drive
Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal) - 39 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 51 min drive
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) - 52 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 55 min drive
Durham Station - 23 min drive
Dover Transportation Center - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪Northwood Diner - ‬14 min drive
‪Ma’s Cafe And Tavern - ‬7 min drive
‪Cooper Hill Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
‪The Original Johnson's Dairy Bar at Northwoods Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Independence Inn

Independence Inn is a great choice for a stay in Strafford. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Jefferson, which serves breakfast and lunch. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 6 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- 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 time is 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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
- Pets must be supervised

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free uncovered onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning 4:00 AM–noon
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave

What to do

Beach access
Free bicycles nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby

Services

Luggage storage

Facilities

Built in 1832
Garden
Picnic area
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

Smart speaker

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

Down comforter
Premium bedding

What to enjoy

Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Mini-fridge
Freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Toaster oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dishwasher
Paper towels

Housekeeping (on request)
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided

Special features

Dining

The Jefferson - This family restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch.

Fees & policies

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 125 per stay)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Independence Inn Inn

Independence Inn Strafford

Independence Inn Inn Strafford

Frequently asked questions

Does Independence Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Independence Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Independence Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Independence Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Independence Inn?

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

What is there to do at Independence Inn and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.