Visit a Charming Vermont Village, & Stay at a Gay Owned B&B

Newfane Vermont fall 2009 - Image Credit chensiyuan - Wikimedia
Newfane Vermont fall 2009 – Image Credit chensiyuan – Wikimedia

Newfane is a small village of about 1600 residents in Southern Vermont, surrounded by tree-covered hills and filled with New England charm. The village dates back to the mid 1700s – it has a long history, and even featured in H.P. Lovecraft’s The Whisperer in Darkness.

Not far away, you’ll find the Gay Beach and Nude Swimming Hole on the Rock River, which has been a safe space for men to gather for over 50 years. At the end of the trail, there are a series of deep, clear water swimming holes. Known as “Indian Love Call” by the locals there is a long tradition of nude bathing on the Rock River as there is in Vermont in general. On any summer weekday or weekend, you will find 50-150 friendly men at the Rock River’s men’s beach.

The Brattleboro area (Brattleboro is 12 miles from Frog Meadow) is well known for its open, gay-friendly progressive values, welcoming attitude, and longstanding embrace of diversity. Vermont was a trailblazer in farm-to-table restaurants and that movement is well represented here. There are numerous Farmer’s Markets and a natural foods coop, 3 microbreweries & a distillery. Brattleboro boasts a rich cultural & visual/performing arts community that includes monthly gallery walks, museums, music, theatre, circus arts performances, frequent artist’s open studio tours, literary & film festivals -including an annual LGBT film festival. Aa a result, it’s no surprise that Brattleboro has been: 

  • Voted #11 of the “20 Best Small Towns in America” by Smithsonian Magazine…
  • Listed as one of “Eight Great Places You’ve Never Heard Of” by Mother Earth News…
  • Named #13 among “America’s Top 25 Art Destinations” by AmericanStyle Magazine…
  • Ranked one of the Ten Best Small Art Towns in “The 100 Best Art Towns in America”

Newfane’s Own Gay Oasis

Frog Meadow - Newfane Gay B&B

Newfane is also home to a well-established gay B&B. Frog Meadow is 4 miles from the Rock River trailhead.

When you pull into the driveway at Frog Meadow you can immediately sense you have arrived at an oasis. A place, as the website promises, where you can shed the trappings of the outside world and be yourself. Owners Scott and Dave – a couple of 32 years – at once make you feel welcome and at ease with their easy openness and good humor. 

Bucking the trend of assimilation and the disappearance of gay places, Frog Meadow offers single and coupled men a place to relax, recharge and reconnect with themselves and other guests. Frog Meadow’s guests are primarily Gay, Bi and Trans men but all men are welcome. This unique and special destination resort is off the beaten path and well worth the visit. 

Frog Meadow - Newfane Gay B&B

After a 16-month pandemic pause Frog Meadow is busier than ever and is a sought-after destination for men of all ages from the US, Canada, and Europe and beyond. Amenities include massage by Dave, a wood-fired hot tub, spring-fed swimming pond, full gym, recreation trails, extensive annual and perennial gardens, and plenty of options to just chill and do nothing on the 63-acre park-like property. 

Frog Meadow’s six unique suites, rooms and cottages offer comfy beds with premium bed linens and other high-quality amenities. Your stay comes complete with a full, made-to-order hot country breakfast prepared daily. In season, you will find local berries, apples, preserves, edible flowers, asparagus, fresh herbs – and of course, honey from Frog Meadow’s beehives and apple cider from the orchard at the breakfast table.

In 2023 Frog Meadow will reinstate their all-inclusive Men’s gatherings, workshops & retreats programming with a Fall Yoga & Wellness retreat in late September and a Massage & Tantra retreat in late October. Scott enthusiastically notes “We’re so happy to once again be supporting the community with retreats following the extended COVID break…our men’s gatherings, workshops & retreats provide a rich opportunity to celebrate, transform, integrate and heal body, mind, spirit and sexuality…in a relaxing and comfortable, supportive and safe environment for men.”

Frog Meadow - Newfane Gay B&B

Dave’s no-nonsense philosophy on massage is that the body, mind, and spirit are intricately intertwined components of the whole being. If any one part is out of alignment all three suffer. By assisting in bringing the body into balance, the mind and spirit benefit as well. With his XXL hands and a 5’10” and 220-pound muscular frame Dave has the strength and power to work out the deepest tension, and the finesse and gentle touch to pamper and comfort. 

Scott & Dave have also been community activists for many years through Frog Meadow’s Community Partners in Pride program. Past and current community partners have included AIDS Project of Southern Vermont, Pride Center of Vermont, Fenway Health, the New England Center for Circus Arts, Grace Cottage Hospital, Out in the Open, Equal Justice Initiative and Rock River Preservation.

Discover Newfane, Brattleboro, and Vermont’s Gay Oasis – why thousands of men from around the world have enjoyed the unparalleled experience that Frog Meadow offers to the Men’s community. 

More info: Frogmeadow.com | 877.365.7242 | Facebook | Trip Advisor | Instagram

Getting there: Frog Meadow Oasis for Men is approximately 2.5 hours from Boston, 3.5 hours from New York City and 2 hours from Hartford, CT. Fly into nearby Hartford/Bradley Airport or Boston/Logan. There’s daily train service from NYC, Philadelphia, and DC.

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Frog Meadow Bed & Breakfast – Gay Vermont B&B

Frog Meadow Bed & Breakfast - Gay Vermont B&B

GAY VERMONT B&B & MASSAGE OASIS FOR MEN

Welcome to Southeast Vermont’s Frog Meadow Bed & Breakfast and Massage Oasis – a welcoming, non-judgmental place for men of all colors and backgrounds. Stay with us and relax and get away from your busy modern life.

Frog Meadow is a gay Vermont B&B that’s surrounded by 63 private acres with hiking trails (snowshoeing in the winter), mountain views, gardens, swimming pond, a wood-fired hot tub, and a full gym. We’re just 2.5 hours from Boston, 3.5 hours from NYC and 4 hours from Montreal.

Enjoy Frog Meadow’s spring-fed swimming pond & gym, and then relax your sore muscles and tired soul with a long soak in our wood-fired hot-tub.

At our Vermont gay bed and breakfast, we offer six unique lodging options:

Main House South Room: king bed and lovely views of the Vermont hills, the swimming pond and gardens. The room’s southwestern exposure is bright and sunny and offers wonderful cross breezes. On the rare occasion when it does get warm and muggy at night, the room offers quiet central a/c. There’s also a large full bath tiled in beautiful blue handmade ceramics, shared with the North Room.

Main House North Room: the mirror image of the South Room, complete with king-sized bed and a plush yet firm pillow top mattress. 

See the Frog meadow Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Vermont Gay Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

Frog Meadow – Vermont Gay Bed and Breakfast

Frog Meadow - Vermont gay bed and breakfast

VERMONT GAY BED AND BREAKFAST
& MASSAGE OASIS FOR MEN

Welcome to Southeast Vermont’s Frog Meadow Bed & Breakfast and Massage Oasis – a welcoming, non-judgmental place for men of all colors and backgrounds. Stay with us and relax and get away from your busy modern life.

Frog Meadow is a Vermont gay bed and breakfast that’s surrounded by 63 private acres with hiking trails (snowshoeing in the winter), mountain views, gardens, swimming pond, a wood-fired hot tub, and a full gym. We’re just 2.5 hours from Boston, 3.5 hours from NYC and 4 hours from Montreal.

Enjoy Frog Meadow’s spring-fed swimming pond & gym, and then relax your sore muscles and tired soul with a long soak in our wood-fired hot-tub.

At our Vermont gay bed and breakfast, we offer six unique lodging options:

Main House South Room: king bed and lovely views of the Vermont hills, the swimming pond and gardens. The room’s southwestern exposure is bright and sunny and offers wonderful cross breezes. On the rare occasion when it does get warm and muggy at night, the room offers quiet central a/c. There’s also a large full bath tiled in beautiful blue handmade ceramics, shared with the North Room.

Main House North Room: the mirror image of the South Room, complete with king-sized bed and a plush yet firm pillow top mattress. 

See the Frog meadow Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Vermont Gay Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

Frog Meadow – Vermont Gay Bed & Breakfast

Frog Meadow

Frog Meadow Bed & Breakfast and Massage Oasis for Men is a welcoming, non-judgmental place for men of all colors and backgrounds to unwind and shed the trappings of busy modern life. Situated on 63 private acres with mountain views, gardens, swimming pond, a wood-fired hot tub, and a full gym, Frog Meadow is what you’ve been looking for!

Frog Meadow Vermont is New England’s premier four-season resort for men. Centrally located in southeast Vermont, Frog Meadow is 2-1/2 hours from Boston, 3-1/2 hours from New York City and 4 hours from Montreal.

Enjoy Frog Meadow’s spring-fed swimming pond and full gym. Take the time to release muscle aches, stiffness, pains and renew your body and soul with a soak in the wood-fired hot-tub. Frog Meadow’s private 63-acre recreation trail network is ideal for hiking, snowshoeing & cross-country skiing, in season. The highlight of the trail network is the “Brokeback Cabin”, a small rustic hut with beautiful views that is a fun destination for guests!

See the Frog Meadow Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Southern Vermont Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals

 

Frog Meadow B&B – Newfane, Vermont

Frog Meadow B&B Periodically we’ll feature one of our properties here to let our readers know about some great gay friendly places to stay: Frog Meadow Bed & Breakfast and Massage Oasis for Men is a welcoming, non-judgmental place for men of all colors and backgrounds to unwind and shed the trappings of busy modern life. Situated on 63 private acres with mountain views, gardens, swimming pond, a wood-fired hot tub, and a full gym, Frog Meadow is what you’ve been looking for! Frog Meadow Vermont is New England’s premier four-season resort for men. Centrally located in southeast Vermont, Frog Meadow is 2-1/2 hours from Boston, 3-1/2 hours from New York City and 4 hours from Montreal. Enjoy Frog Meadow’s spring-fed swimming pond and full gym. Take the time to release muscle aches, stiffness, pains and renew your body and soul with a soak in the wood-fired hot-tub. Frog Meadow’s private 63-acre recreation trail network is ideal for hiking, snowshoeing & cross-country skiing, in season. The highlight of the trail network is the “Brokeback Cabin”, a small rustic hut with beautiful views that is a fun destination for guests! Guests can choose from five different and unique lodging options at Frog Meadow:

  • The Main House South & The Main House North: Two spacious standard rooms, each with king bed and A/C. Both rooms have garden & mountain views and share a beautiful, large ceramic-tiled bathroom.
  • The Frog Meadow Suite: A deluxe junior suite with a king bed and sitting area, A/C, mini-fridge, huge en-suite private bath with a two-man Jacuzzi and separate walk-in shower, garden & mountain views.
  • The Deluxe Barn Suite: A spacious 700 square-foot housekeeping suite with kitchenette, A/C, private deck with BBQ, two queen beds and a queen sleeper sofa, mountain & garden views, sleeps up to six.
  • The Brook Cottage: A charming brook-side, cedar cottage with queen bed, private outdoor sitting area. Fully insulated and heated for year-round enjoyment. Lots of windows with gorgeous views everywhere!
  • Your stay at Frog Meadow comes complete with a full country breakfast, access to the gym, wood-fired hot tub, swimming pond, surrounding gardens, orchard, grounds and 63-acre recreation trail network.
Frog Meadow also hosts many men’s retreats & events including:
  • Yoga, Massage, Wellness & other Men’s Retreats: An opportunity to relax, explore, de-stress, re-connect and have fun!<
  • Quarterly Potluck Dinners: create community, bring together guests & locals and have a turnout of 35-55 guys.
  • Saturday Night Dinners January-March: Lodging guests are invited to join us for a tasty, family-style dinner during winter season!
  • Frog Meadow’s Annual Summer Barbeque & Garden Party Benefit typically brings together 80 to 125 guys for AIDS Project of Southern Vermont – a great cause!
Treat yourself to a welcoming and restorative space where men come to relax and leave the outside world behind! So much of today’s mass media society is about exploitative sex, violence, wealth and physical perfection. All this serves to stifle the ability to be comfortable in one’s own body and the opportunity to embrace your imperfections and those of others. Frog Meadow is a place to leave that behind and celebrate the Brotherhood of Men!

See the Frog Meadow Expanded Listing on Purple Roofs Here

Gay Friendly Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels, and Vacation Rentals in Southern Vermont

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