Briar Barn Inn

12/19/2025

They’re a size “2-night stay”, trust us. 🎁

Sometimes you just need a peaceful place away from it all, and Briar Barn Inn is the perfect location for the gift of a getaway!

💌 Gift card offers:

$300+ include special gift wrapping with a Farm + Sea candle, logo gift box, tissue, and gift bag.

Comfort & Joy Offer – A $300 gift card + plush Briar Barn Inn robe for $375 – cozy perfection!

12/04/2025

You asked, and we’ll deliver! 🎄💌 Our new Keepsake Ornaments are ready to ship while supplies last. There are three illustrations to choose from – Briar Barn Inn, Grove, and our sister property, Willowdale Estate.

Just look for the new buttons on our website and select "BUY ORNAMENT" for details.

12/02/2025

If you're making a list and checking it twice, consider the gift of a getaway to our inn, restaurant, and spa! 🎁✨

Stop by the lobby at Briar Barn Inn to check a few names off your list with our holiday gift card offers:

💌 Gift cards of $300+ include special gift wrapping with a Farm + Sea candle, logo gift box, tissue, and gift bag.

💌 Comfort & Joy Offer – A $300 gift card + plush Briar Barn Inn robe for $375 – cozy perfection!

Gift cards can be used for a stay at the inn, a visit to The Spa, or a meal at Grove. 💫

📍 Our lobby is open 24/7 for gift card sales & retail items
🎄 Make their holiday unforgettable at Briar Barn Inn

11/30/2025

🍪 NEW Holiday Cookies & Ornament Pickup Details 🍪

Make your holiday season even sweeter with Briar Barn Inn’s delicious cookies and a keepsake ornament. 

Here’s what you need to know before ordering:

📍 Local pick-up only, at Briar Barn Inn on Tuesday, December 23rd, between 9 am - 3 pm.

🗓 Deadline to Order: Monday, December 15th at 11:45 PM

👉 Head to our website and click “Holiday Cookies” to place your order today. Let’s make this the tastiest season yet!

(We’ve also added the order form to our Instagram Bio)

11/21/2025

11/18/2025

Here’s a Cozy Indoor Itinerary for your next visit north of Boston ☕

If your perfect getaway includes local craft beverages, indoor adventures, and comforting amenities when you turn “inn,” tuck this sweater-weather guide away for the next time you visit!

Just 30 miles north of Boston, escape to the charming town of Rowley, Massachusetts, and explore a few of Briar Barn Inn’s favorite things to do. Discover the hidden gems nearby that make chilly days feel extra magical. ↓

🍷 Sip local wine at Mill River Winery in Rowley, a woman-owned boutique winery with a beautifully restored post-and-beam tasting room. Settle into a cozy table for seated tastings, wine flights, and small bites in their year-round indoor space.

🍺 Head to True North Ale Company in Ipswich, where the spacious taproom features huge picture windows looking into the stainless-steel brewhouse and canning line. Sample rotating IPAs, lagers, and seasonal brews in a relaxed indoor setting.

🖼️ Wander the galleries at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem—one of the country’s oldest and most innovative museums. Explore world-class exhibitions, historic architecture, and immersive installations, all just a short drive or train ride from Rowley!

🍽️ Craving a date-night vibe close to “home”? Book a table at Grove, Briar Barn Inn’s own farmhouse restaurant! Comfort food, seasonal farm-to-table dishes, and a full bar with local beer, cocktails, and zero-proof options are served in a warm, stylish dining room just steps from your guest room.

🏨 End your day of adventure with a cozy overnight stay at Briar Barn Inn, complete with spa robes, fireplaces in select rooms, and a peaceful rural setting that feels worlds away from the city.

Which indoor North Shore spot would you add to this list? 👇

11/11/2025

We love it when Wedding Chicks mentions Events at Grove in a roundup with 20 other amazing wedding venues! 🤩

"Vibe: Timeless Barn
This unique barn venue boasts a unique post-and-beam construction and makes the picture-perfect backdrop for a memorable wedding in any season. Ideally suited for weddings of 60 to 100 guests, Grove at Briar Barn Inn includes the planning services of their dedicated team, all equipment, and their renowned catering as part of your wedding package. You’ll come for the vibes and stay for the food!"

We took a stroll through our archives to find you 20 unique, intriguing, and, dare we say, even some bizarre, venue options for your wedding.

11/04/2025

Cozy season has officially arrived at Briar Barn Inn! Check out our NEW getaway offers! 🍂✨

Just 30 miles north of Boston, our corner of New England is the perfect place to unwind before the holidays. November and December bring a special kind of calm, mornings by the fire, spa days that melt away the chill, and delicious meals at Grove, our on-site restaurant.

📅 NEW Weekday Getaway Offers:

❄️ Winter Retreat – $194/Night (Sun–Fri)
Sip something warm, soak in your tub, and let stress and tension melt away! Treat yourself to a mid-week escape; there’s no better way to unwind before the holidays! Get this special rate when you check-in for a weekday stay from November through December 31st.

🏡 Home for the Holidays – Stay 2 Nights, Get the 3rd FREE!
Make Briar Barn Inn your home base for the season — whether you’re visiting family or just need a festive escape, we’ll be your home away from home. (This offer is for consecutive stays only, based on availability.)

🍎 Don’t Miss Our Festive Fall Box!
This charming seasonal amenity is available for just one more month, and it’s filled with cozy local favorites like honey, cider, donuts, and a farm-inspired candle. (You’ll spot it in the last photo — and yes, it’s as cute as it looks!)

📞 Call 978-653-5323 to plan your getaway today!

10/23/2025

Nestled in Rowley’s historic district, Briar Barn Inn is the perfect North Shore escape! If you’ve been searching for boutique hotels in Massachusetts, this location is just a short drive from Ipswich and Newburyport.

Stay in one of the 30 cozy guest rooms and unwind in the courtyard or peaceful patios. 🌿

Looking to recharge? Visit The Spa at Briar Barn Inn, for massages, fragrant foot soaks, and rejuvenating skin treatments. 💆‍♀️

🍽️ Plan a reservation at the onsite restaurant, Grove, to experience seasonal New England flavors from local farms.

Plan your next getaway (or event!) with Briar Barn Inn and experience the perfect blend of comfort, cuisine, and calm in the heart of Boston’s North Shore.

10/16/2025

🍂 Your Cozy New England Retreat Awaits 🍂

Just 30 miles north of Boston, our charming inn is the perfect stop on your next New England trip.

We’re celebrating the season with warm cider in the lobby, cozy fireside chats in the courtyard, and our newest fall favorite: the Festive Fall Box! ✨

Imagine arriving to a handpicked collection of local treats + seasonal delights designed to make your stay extra cozy:
🍎 Downeast “Cider Donut” Hard Cider
🍯 Rowley Honey from Pete's Backyard Beehives
🍩 Fresh Local Donuts & Apples
🕯️ Seasonal Farm & Sea Candle
🎁 Reusable Keepsake Crate

Available as an add-on for October and November stays, this autumn amenity is the sweetest way to savor the season from the moment you arrive.

✨ Weekday Offer ✨
Enjoy a cozy New England stay for just $219/night on select weekdays (Sunday–Friday) for new reservations now through November 1st. Whether you’re chasing peak foliage near the coast, planning a cozy staycation, or sneaking away for a midweek reset, autumn at Briar Barn Inn awaits!

📞 Contact our front desk team or add this to your upcoming stay online — your fireside retreat is waiting!

10/15/2025

Ready for a first look inside The Cottage at Briar Barn Inn? 👀 There’s still more work ahead before the project is complete, but we couldn’t resist sharing how things are coming together with the interiors at 103 Main Street!

Whimsical wallpaper in the dining room is balanced by the original brick hearths, and 16” pumpkin pine floors in the upstairs bedrooms. In this space, antique accents meet fresh finishes, and the warmth of history meets the comfort of modern hospitality.

When renovations are complete, The Cottage will act as a spacious new addition to our accommodation options, with room for up to six guests. The Cottage features three full baths, two bedrooms, a full kitchen, dining room, and inviting living spaces designed for relaxation and gathering with a group.

Working alongside our friends at A&G Co., we’ve been layering in thoughtful design details and character-filled finds from local antique spots. Like Briar Barn Inn, we’ve incorporated many pieces from Brimfield Antique Flea Market, and our neighbors over at The Barn at Todd Farm.

Kim and Sarah were recently on-site to document behind-the-scenes moments from a day of photography with and - are you excited to see more?