The Barnwell Inn

I can’t believe I haven’t done this YET!!! We have stayed here for the past ELEVEN YEARS in a row. Mark & Tara are now family and we couldn’t imagine Cooperstown or October without them. 2 of the most incredible people we know and their hospitality is endless. And Dear God can Mark make you smile at breakfast!!!

After staying here with my wife back in May, I brought my son on a pilgrimage to the Baseball HoF and we stayed with Mark and Tara Barnwell again. Just like last time, the hospitality was awesome, with the Barnwells being some of the friendliest people you could ever meet. Everyone here raves about the breakfast, and rightfully so, but the wonderful company and conversation that we share with Mark and Tara is what keeps bringing us back. Of course, the accommodations are wonderfully comfortable and a convenient walk to everything of note in Cooperstown. Stay here and you will not be disappointed!

After dragging my feet for years I finally gave in and traveled to Cooperstown to visit the Baseball Hall of Fame with my husband. I wasn’t looking forward to the trip until I had my first contact, through Tara, with the Barnwell Inn. She and her husband Mark make you feel like welcome guests from your first inquiry about reservations until your final day at the Inn. They are a truly gracious couple!
After we made reservations, Tara provided us with recommendations of things to do in the area as well as places for lunch and dinner. She also offered to make reservations for us. All of her suggestions were excellent. The Hall of Fame wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be, although I didn’t feel the need to visit for a second day. Tara recommended the Fennimore Art Museum, and I spent an enjoyable morning exploring there.
The Inn is in a lovely home in a quiet neighborhood, and is only a few blocks from the HOF, shops and restaurants. Cooperstown is a great town for walking.
One of the best parts of staying at the Barnwell Inn is the breakfast. It is presented beautifully, and the food is out-​of-​this-​world good!
Our stay at the Barnwell Inn was one of the best lodging experiences we’ve ever had. I’m even looking forward to a return trip to Cooperstown! There appear to be other lovely inns and b&b’s in Cooperstown, but there is no need to look beyond the Barnwell Inn.