Walloomsac Inn

Despite its appearance, the Walloomsac Inn is far from abandoned. It has been under the ownership of the same family since 1891, and they continue to reside there. Originally established as the Hicks Tavern in 1771 and managed by the Dewey family, it was later sold to the Hicks family in 1818. By 1823, the Hicks family expanded the building, transforming it into a prominent establishment.

The inn's popularity surged in 1848 with the construction of a nearby railroad, attracting a growing number of visitors. A gentleman named George Robinson eventually acquired the inn and renamed it the Walloomsac. In an effort to further entice patrons, Robinson constructed an observatory that offered breathtaking views of three mountain ranges. However, the observatory frequently succumbed to the powerful mountain winds, prompting Robinson to abandon the idea and sell the hotel.

Subsequently, the Sanford family purchased the inn but later passed it on to new owners. In 1891, the Berry family acquired the property, a lineage that still possesses ownership of the hotel to this day. As part of their tenure, they added a three-story annex connected to the main hotel building. Despite their efforts, business at the inn dwindled, resulting in a musty and dilapidated state. Ultimately, the inn ceased operations in 1996.