This haunted tunnel is not for the faint of heart

Many claim that supernatural things have happened in these underground spaces in Springfield, Vermont.

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My friend had speculated in conversation that at one point, Hartness had built a multitude of secret tunnels that radiated out from his house, towards downtown Springfield, but the hotel denied it when he inquired.

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hVT Posted in Vermont September 05, 2016by Kristin Grimes This Haunted Tunnel In Vermont Is Not For The Faint Of Heart The Hartness House Inn located in Springfield, Vermont is not your ordinary inn. This place is filled with history, as well as an underground tunnel system that is said to be haunted. You can still go through the tunnel… if you dare. This haunted tunnel is not for the faint of heart! James Hartness James Hartness Facebook/Hartness House Inn James Hartness was an inventor who built a system of underground tunnels in which to work uninterrupted. His underground rooms included a library, workshop, lavatory, study and lounge. Pictured is Hartness in flying class 1916. Paranormal activities happen in these underground spaces. Paranormal activities happen in these underground spaces. Facebook/Hartness House Inn Many claim that supernatural things have happened in the tunnels, such as objects disappearing and showing up in another place. Also, electricity goes off for no reason. The mansion has a rich history. The mansion has a rich history. Facebook/Hartness House Inn Built by wealthy inventor and governor of Vermont, James Hartness, whose inventions became important for the industrial growth of the US. The Hartness House is now a picturesque inn in Southern Vermont. The Hartness House is now a picturesque inn in Southern Vermont. Facebook/Hartness House Inn Located on 35 acres in historic Springfield, the Hartness House offers elegant lodging with sweeping views of the Vermont countryside. The bar that was located in the tunnel. The bar that was located in the tunnel. Facebook/Hartness House Inn The Inn features a unique underground tunnel leading to an astronomy museum and an antique observatory with a working 1910 Equatorial Tracking Telescope. These are the tunnels which are thought to be haunted today. Many revolutionary things were manufactured here. Many revolutionary things were manufactured here. Facebook/Hartness House Inn Springfield became such a major manufacturing center that it was listed as number seven on Hitler’s list of cities to bomb during World War II. The town itself is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Hartness House is now a relaxing and historical retreat. The Hartness House is now a relaxing and historical retreat. Facebook/Hartness House Inn Renovations took place in late 1998 and in 2004 turning this remarkable residence into a world-class inn. The inn offers lodging, dining and more. The inn offers lodging, dining and more. Facebook/Hartness House Inn Here you’ll find lodging, dining, a telescope observatory, astronomy museum and a spectacular interior of the original Hartness Mansion. Identify the image. Identify the image. Facebook/Hart Can you guess what this is? If you guessed... If you guessed... Facebook/Hartness House Inn Mr. James Hartness and his fabulous mustache - you guessed right! Underground Tunnel And Rooms Underground Tunnel And Rooms Facebook/Hartness House This drawing of the Hartness Tunnels was featured in Popular Science Magazine. Tunnel tours are still available every day. If you know who to call... If you know who to call... Facebook/Hartness House Inn 30 Orchard Street, Springfield, VT 05156. Or call (802) 885-2115. Want another haunted tunnel in Vermont? Check out the nightmarish story behind this covered bridge.