New England’s fog‑laden coastlines, harsh winters, and deep colonial roots create a perfect backdrop for ghost stories. Two local podcasters, Sabrina Deana‑Roga and Corinne Vien of Two Girls One Ghost, have compiled a list of thirteen sites across the region that promise a genuine encounter with the supernatural.
Lizzie Borden Bed & Breakfast Museum (Fall River, MA)
Operating for three decades, this historic house offers day tours and overnight stays in the very room where Abby Borden was killed. Guests report whispers, footsteps, and apparitions in period clothing. The basement also holds a tragic earlier story of Eliza Borden and her children, whose spirits allegedly seek playtime with visitors.
Spider Gates Cemetery (Kettle Brook Reservoir, MA)
Founded in 1740, this Quaker burial ground is said to be a portal to another dimension. Visitors who follow the unmarked path to the iron gate claim to hear strange noises, see ghostly figures, and encounter evidence of occult rituals on a stone altar.
Historic Boston Hotel (Boston, MA)
Known for its opulent décor and the invention of the Boston cream pie, the hotel is haunted by founder Harvey Parker on the 10th floor and actress Charlotte Cushman on the third floor. Guests report misty apparitions, rocking‑chair creaks, and whispered conversations in empty hallways.
Freetown‑Fall River State Forest (Massachusetts)
Nicknamed “The Cursed Forest,” this 5,000‑acre area is part of the Bridgewater Triangle, a region reputed for paranormal activity and occasional Bigfoot sightings. The forest’s history includes documented crimes and alleged cult activity.
The Town of Salem (Salem, MA)
Celebrating its 400th anniversary, Salem remains a focal point for witch‑trial history. Sites such as the Old Burying Point Cemetery, Gallows Hill, the Henry Derby House, St. Mary’s Cemetery, and the Joshua Ward House draw visitors seeking chilling encounters with the past.
Isle of Shoals (NH/ME)
The nine islands between New Hampshire and Maine host legends of Blackbeard’s abandoned wife on Smuttynose Island and the tragic 1873 axe murders of Norwegian immigrants. Ghostly apparitions of the victims are said to appear at dusk.
Omni Mount Washington Resort (Mount Washington, NH)
This 1902 Gilded Age hotel offers a reputedly haunted stay, with the spirit of Carolyn Stickney, the original owner’s wife, roaming the lobby and the “Princess Room.” Guests have reported piano music without a player and unexplained perfume scents.
Connecticut’s Colonial Inn (Mystic, CT)
For over 270 years, this inn has welcomed travelers and a few permanent specters. The most famous spirit, Mercy Adelaide Avery, is said to appear to guests awaiting her lost husband. Children’s laughter and cold spots are also reported.
Additional Sites
Deana‑Roga and Vien also mention several other locations, including the historic Henry Derby House (now an Airbnb), the Joshua Ward House, and various cemeteries throughout the region, each with its own unique tales of tragedy, love, and lingering energy.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a paranormal investigator, or simply curious, these New England destinations offer a blend of historic preservation and eerie experiences that reflect the region’s resilient spirit.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
