Joe's Pond was given its name on June 11, 1785 by the Vermont Legislature in recognition of one of the area's early settlers. Joe Hazen regularly fished and hunted in and around the pond; he also was very instrumental in helping the Micmac Indians and early settlers create a peaceful coexistence. Currently, the area around Joe's Pond only has cabin and cottage rentals. If you are looking for a hotel near Joe's Pond, you need to travel 13 miles east to St. Johnsbury or 10 miles southwest to Marshfield, Vermont.
The Comfort Inn and Suites St. Johnsbury is close to many sites and attractions. The St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, a national historic landmark that is both a public library and art gallery, is just a few minutes' drive from the hotel. While there, visitors can see the Athenaeum's permanent collection of nineteenth-century paintings. The Comfort Inn and Suites has 107 guest rooms, all of which are non-smoking. Guests are offered free deluxe continental breakfast every day from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. However, if guests prefer, they can have breakfast, lunch or dinner at one of the six restaurants within a mile of the hotel. An indoor pool, sauna and guest laundry facilities are available.
The Fairbanks Inn St. Johnsbury is an all-suite hotel. Every guest room includes a mini-refrigerator, microwave, and a balcony or patio. If guests want to bring their dogs along, the Fairbanks Inn has designated some of its rooms as dog-friendly rooms for no extra cost. Guests also have access to eight restaurants, ranging from family-style to fine dining to buffet-style restaurants. While staying at the Fairbanks Inn, guests can venture out and visit the Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium. This museum has one of the largest collections of North American birds and wildlife in the United Sates, and an extensive collection of local artifacts and cultural memorabilia.
At the Holiday Motel, guests are treated to free coffee, tea, hot chocolate and orange juice throughout the day. In the evenings, the motel offers guests a free popcorn. During the warmer months, Holiday Motel has picnic tables and grills designated for guest use. However, guests who visit during colder months can make and store meals with the in-room microwaves, refrigerators and freezers. The Holiday Motel is just a few miles from the Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory. Visitors to the factory can take a tour and learn about Ben and Jerry's inception and see how the company makes its famous product. Senior discounts are available; children 12 and under may tour for free, as of January 2011.
Marshfield Inn and Motel is a very small establishment with only 10 guest rooms--two of which have a small kitchenette. The motel's staff can suggest things to do around the motel, including itineraries for day trips, weekend trips or week-long trips. Many itineraries include free tours and food and wine tastings. Marshfield Inn and Motel serves a homemade breakfast each morning in its Breakfast Room. Breakfast includes whole wheat pancakes, Vermont maple syrup and fresh Cabot Butter. Guests can also dine at one of the 10 restaurants near the motel. Claire's is one of these restaurants, whose entire menu is created with ingredients grown by local farmers.
