welcome to the tillerman

we are a restaurantinn, and wedding venue located just outside the vibrant town of bristol, vermont. we work on a historic property that dates back to the late 1700's. our vibe is old new england meets northern california meets a flower market meets a farmers market meets a warm community.

est. 2020

the inn

  • the inn sleeps up to 19 across 7 rooms. rooms sleep 2-4 guests- children are welcome!

  • private, newly renovated en suite bathroom in each room.

  • wood floors & 100% natural fiber rugs, sheets, and towels.

  • complimentary european-style breakfast each morning.

  • natural bath products from wonder valley & ursa major.

  • ADA accessible first floor room.

  • shared parlor with 24/7 coffee & tea, fireplace, library, and board games.

  • seasonal events throughout the year that cater to both inn guests and our local community.

the restaurant

we serve family-style wood fired fare, crisp greens and vegetables from farms a stones throw away, and all manner of loveliness from hardworking vermont farmers, makers, and cultivators. our sourcing is everything.

  • open year-round.

  • seasonal, thoughtfully-sourced menu featuring shared plates.

  • menu changes daily, working alongside our farm partners to source the freshest available ingredients.

  • historic barn available for private parties & events.

  • featured twice by the new york times: “22 of the best pizza places in the us” and “36 hours in burlington”.

the area

  • 5 minutes from downtown bristol, which offers shopping, excellent bakeries, and more.

  • under 20 minutes from some of vermont’s best ski resorts (namely, sugarbush resort, mad river glen, and cochran’s- a legendary place for children). numerous cross country ski areas are also close by.

  • come summer, we are right near incredible hiking, mountain biking, and many majestic swimming holes.

  • located in between burlington and middlebury.

coming soon…

  • outdoor sauna area that will be open to all guests, located right by our creek for cold plunging. spring 2026.

  • fully renovated 3 bedroom cottage. think colorful english cottage featuring a full, high-end kitchen with wolf appliances, heated floors, abundant natural light, a screened porch, and more...late fall 2026.

  • outdoor kitchen with custom-made argentine grill. fall 2026.