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The Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant

4.7(281)
Inn

About

The Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant offers a refined setting for business retreats and client dinners with elegant rooms featuring antiques and fireplaces that create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Its fine dining restaurant serves thoughtfully prepared seasonal dishes that impress discerning palates, ideal for intimate corporate gatherings.

Set on beautifully landscaped grounds, the inn provides a seamless blend of boutique lodging and sophisticated event space just minutes from the Equinox resort. Attentive service and a cozy yet polished ambiance make it a standout choice for teams seeking a distinctive Vermont venue with turnkey hospitality.

Best for

  • Executive retreats with boutique lodging
  • Intimate client dinners with fine dining
  • Outdoor garden receptions & welcome events

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Elegant rooms with antiques and fireplaces
Accommodation
Elegant rooms with antiques and fireplaces
Each room is uniquely designed with high-end antiques and cozy fireplaces, creating a refined and comfortable atmosphere that stands out from typical inns.
Top-tier fine dining with a talented chef
Culinary Excellence
Top-tier fine dining with a talented chef
The restaurant offers exceptional cuisine featuring dishes like short ribs, maple pork chops, seasonal pasta, and trout, impressing even the most discerning guests with thoughtful preparation and quality.
Beautifully landscaped garden with outdoor seating
Outdoor Space
Beautifully landscaped garden with outdoor seating
The inn features a well-maintained garden area with outdoor seating, providing a pleasant setting for events and gatherings in a natural, elegant environment.

At a glance

Rated 4.7 on Google · 281 reviews