Juniper Hill Inn, established in 1901 in Windsor, Vermont is an 110-year-old historical hotel covering 15,000 square feet across 14 acres. Purchased by Robert Dean 2 and Ari Nikki for $1.6 Million in 2005.
The Hotel Hell Experience
Juniper Hill Inn became internationally-famous thanks to being featured on the reality television series Hotel Hell hosted by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay and designed to help improve struggling hotels. Juniper Hill Inn made its first appearance on August 13th 2012; filming had begun earlier in 2012.
Ramsay identified several areas for improvement during his visit, as well as confronted Robert and Ari about their neglect in paying employees on time without tipping. Other issues raised included renovation of the dining room.
Subsequent to completing the dining room renovations, Ramsay named the second dining room bar “Blue Bar,” as it was in good condition. While reopening of the hotel was successful, an altercation ensued when one of Ari and Robert’s dogs was asked by staff members to be removed from the premises; an argument ensued and Robert later had to apologize to Ramsay for raising his voice during it.
Foreclosure and New Ownership Transfer
Unfortunately, Ari and Robert ran into financial difficulty, with their hotel falling into foreclosure with debt of $1.1 million by April 2014. Due to this financial strain, the hotel had to close. Ari was arrested later that same month for attacking a police officer.
Hotel owners faced an uncertain future before it was purchased at a foreclosure auction for $405,000 in 2014. Under its new owners, who renamed it Windsor Mansion Inn, further modifications were made including increasing prices of services offered and setting room rates at $150 per night for starting rooms.
Conclusion
Juniper Hill Inn, located in Windsor, Vermont has witnessed numerous changes over its long history. It gained widespread attention when featured on an episode of Hotel Hell hosted by Gordon Ramsay in 2012. Unfortunately, financial struggles led to its closure; auction sales then concluded and it subsequently adopted its current name of Windsor Mansion Inn. Nonetheless, its rich history and beauty remain part of Windsor, Vermont’s charm.
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