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Boylston
is a small town located in Central Massachusetts in Worcester County, which is conveniently situated in the heart of New England. Worcester County is the largest county in Massachusetts, where one million people live within a 25-mile radius and six million people live within a 50-mile radius. Boylston is approximately thirty-three miles from Boston. The city of Worcester, which is the second largest city in New England, is only 10 miles from Boylston. Over two and a half million people visit Worcester County each year. Visitors can choose from over 4,000 rooms county-wide - 780 rooms are available in the city of Worcester alone. Lodging includes everything from historic bed and breakfast inns to hotels for a family on a budget. The Boylston area also offers dozens of national hotel chains that offer the convenience and comfort that people have come to know and trust. These hotels regularly feature amenities that include spacious guest rooms, cable television, game rooms, outdoor and indoor heated swimming pools, free Internet accessibility and complimentary continental breakfast. While visiting Boylston, you can choose to stay in a country B&B that is close to hiking, antiquing and ski areas, or in a high rise in the heart of downtown Worcester.
Some of the most exciting accommodations in the Boylston area are the wonderful bed and breakfast inns. Each one is as unique as it is inviting. The Grafton Inn, in the town of Grafton, was built circa 1805 and offers seven guest rooms, all with private baths, as well as an elegant dining room and new outside patio area. The Maguire House in Ashburnham is situated on 44 private acres near a private lake. In the town of Spencer, you'll find The Red Maple Inn, a colonial-era estate that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1780, The Red Maple Inn has been beautifully restored and contains the original wide-board, pumpkin pine floors, chair rails and crown moldings. Other bed and breakfast inns located in Worcester County include the 18th century Publick House Historic Inn and the 1840s Greek Revival Sturbridge County Inn. For those really looking to get away from it all, visit the Yankee Cricket Bed and Breakfast in Brimfield. Nestled on 19 acres, this inn offers peace and relaxation in a quiet, wooded setting.
For those who enjoy camping, Worcester County is home to Pine Acres Campgrounds. Located on Lake Dean just 14 miles from Worcester, this campground has facilities for families, as well as corporate outings. Campsites and cabin rentals are both available at Pine Acres.
One thing is for sure – wherever you choose to stay in the Boylston area, you will find relaxation and adventure at every turn. Tucked among the rolling hills are historic taverns and covered bridges, cozy country inns and unique antique shops. Winter sleigh rides and family harvest festivals – but also fine restaurants and shopping, entertainment and museums. Boylston offers the quintessential New England holiday.
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