Outdoor Recreation
Explore the gorgeous, winding Battenkill river with a trip with this great local outfitter. You can rent canoes, kayaks, or tubes.
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íbúar mæla meðBattenkill Valley Outdoors
1414 New York 3136
íbúar mæla meðExplore the gorgeous, winding Battenkill river with a trip with this great local outfitter. You can rent canoes, kayaks, or tubes.
A great state park with a lakefront for swimming and boating. And a scenic gentle hiking trail around the lake. Perfect for the whole family.
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íbúar mæla meðLake Shaftsbury State Park
262 Lake Shaftsbury Road15
íbúar mæla meðA great state park with a lakefront for swimming and boating. And a scenic gentle hiking trail around the lake. Perfect for the whole family.
This place is a gem. It is huge conserved property that hosts educational farming programs, nature walks, and more. Check out their website and calendar to find out what they've got going on during your visit.
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íbúar mæla meðMerck Forest & Farmland Center
3270 Route 31525
íbúar mæla meðThis place is a gem. It is huge conserved property that hosts educational farming programs, nature walks, and more. Check out their website and calendar to find out what they've got going on during your visit.
We love Bromley! This is a low-key, fun loving mountain. In the winter, this mountain has a bit of skiing and riding for everyone. In the summertime, they've got zip lines, ropes courses, waterslides, alpine slides and more. Fun, Fun, Fun!
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íbúar mæla meðBromley Mountain Ski Resort
3984 Vermont 1164
íbúar mæla meðWe love Bromley! This is a low-key, fun loving mountain. In the winter, this mountain has a bit of skiing and riding for everyone. In the summertime, they've got zip lines, ropes courses, waterslides, alpine slides and more. Fun, Fun, Fun!
Emerald Lake State Park
65 Emerald Lake Lane29
íbúar mæla meðBeautiful state park with swimming and boat rentals
Land Rover Experience Driving School
80 Union StTake an off-road driving lesson in the Green Mountains!
This stellar local bike shop has bikes for rent, and can recommend local routes to ride, and I think offers guided rides as well. Call ahead to confirm that.
Battenkill Bicycles
99 Bonnet StreetThis stellar local bike shop has bikes for rent, and can recommend local routes to ride, and I think offers guided rides as well. Call ahead to confirm that.
Sightseeing
Sugar Shack
118 Sugar Shack LnHildene, The Lincoln Family Home
1005 Hildene Road49
íbúar mæla meðThis winding auto road leads to the summit of Mt. Equinox and overlooks Manchester and the mountains. PLUS you can look down to the west, and see the cabin you're staying in! The road is open May through mid-October.
Skyline Drive
This winding auto road leads to the summit of Mt. Equinox and overlooks Manchester and the mountains. PLUS you can look down to the west, and see the cabin you're staying in! The road is open May through mid-October.
This is one of the most picturesque covered bridges you can find. And it has room to park, have a picnic, or take a dip in the Battenkill River, if you're there in the summertime.
Arlington Covered Bridge
This is one of the most picturesque covered bridges you can find. And it has room to park, have a picnic, or take a dip in the Battenkill River, if you're there in the summertime.
This is a farm where you can visit with the animals and buy some of their homemade cheeses and goods.
North Meadow Farm
726 N RdThis is a farm where you can visit with the animals and buy some of their homemade cheeses and goods.
Taylor farm makes fantastic farmstead cheeses (perhaps most famously, the smoke gouda). They also have horse-drawn sleigh rides in the winter.
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íbúar mæla meðTaylor Farm
825 Vermont 1121
íbúar mæla meðTaylor farm makes fantastic farmstead cheeses (perhaps most famously, the smoke gouda). They also have horse-drawn sleigh rides in the winter.
Check out this museum and former home of the great American poet. They also host cool events like concerts, and readings. Open spring through fall.
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íbúar mæla meðRobert Frost Stone House Museum at Bennington College
121 Vermont 7A10
íbúar mæla meðCheck out this museum and former home of the great American poet. They also host cool events like concerts, and readings. Open spring through fall.
In addition to being a beautiful garden center, in the fall, this place has incredible hot cider and cider donuts. They often have a corn maze and scarecrow pumpkin patch set up as well.
Equinox Valley Nursery
1158 Main StIn addition to being a beautiful garden center, in the fall, this place has incredible hot cider and cider donuts. They often have a corn maze and scarecrow pumpkin patch set up as well.
Wonderful outdoor sculpture park on scenic grounds, plus vibrant gallery shows in the indoor buildings.
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íbúar mæla meðSouthern Vermont Arts Center
930 Southern Vermont Arts Center Drive21
íbúar mæla meðWonderful outdoor sculpture park on scenic grounds, plus vibrant gallery shows in the indoor buildings.
Food Scene
A classic Vermont country store. Deli counter, baked goods, nice wine selection, and more.
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íbúar mæla meðWayside Country Store
3307 Vermont 3137
íbúar mæla meðA classic Vermont country store. Deli counter, baked goods, nice wine selection, and more.
One of the best farm stands anywhere! Organic produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods and more. Open May through mid-October.
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íbúar mæla meðClear Brook Farm
47 Hidden Valley Rd6
íbúar mæla meðOne of the best farm stands anywhere! Organic produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods and more. Open May through mid-October.
This is a great place to enjoy a special meal, or just some appetizers and drinks at the bar.
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íbúar mæla meðCopper Grouse
3835 Main St18
íbúar mæla meðThis is a great place to enjoy a special meal, or just some appetizers and drinks at the bar.
MOONWINK
4479 Main StAuthentic Bermese cuisine--very yummy!
Sushi Boat
4971 Main St6
íbúar mæla meðWe love sushi boat! This place is a local favorite, and with good reason.
This restaurant has some of the best Thai food we've ever had. It's a little more on the grown up end, but we do see young families there from time to time.
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íbúar mæla meðThai Basil Restaurant
4940 Main Street19
íbúar mæla meðThis restaurant has some of the best Thai food we've ever had. It's a little more on the grown up end, but we do see young families there from time to time.
If you need a casual place to get pizza, subs, and pasta for the whole family, Christos is a great bet.
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íbúar mæla meðChristos' Pizza and Pasta
4931 Main Street7
íbúar mæla meðIf you need a casual place to get pizza, subs, and pasta for the whole family, Christos is a great bet.
The Mystic has a nice, contemporary menu of fresh foods and flavors, and lots of great drinks to pair along with them. Highly recommend the tamarind margarita!
Mystic Cafe & Wine Bar
4928 Main StThe Mystic has a nice, contemporary menu of fresh foods and flavors, and lots of great drinks to pair along with them. Highly recommend the tamarind margarita!
On the weekends, the line can be long for this local favorite, but these folks do breakfast right!
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íbúar mæla meðUp For Breakfast
4935 Main Street23
íbúar mæla meðOn the weekends, the line can be long for this local favorite, but these folks do breakfast right!
Bistro Henry
1942 Depot StLovely spot for a special night out.
Depot Street Burgers
468 Depot StCasual, modern burgers and fixins' for the whole family.
Homemade breads and killer sandwiches have kept Zooey's a favorite for lunch spot for decades.
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íbúar mæla meðZoey's Deli
539 Depot Street12
íbúar mæla meðHomemade breads and killer sandwiches have kept Zooey's a favorite for lunch spot for decades.
Mrs Murphy Donuts
374 Depot St6
íbúar mæla meðSerious, homemade donuts, as well as other breakfast favorites too.
Sams Wood Fired Pizza
4478 Main St7
íbúar mæla meðSome of the best pizza in the area. Eat in or take out.
The organic farm and bakery is a neat place. On weekends in the summertime, they host outdoor concerts, with wood fired pizza and dancing on the lawn.
Earth Sky Time Community Farm
1547 Main StThe organic farm and bakery is a neat place. On weekends in the summertime, they host outdoor concerts, with wood fired pizza and dancing on the lawn.
Cilantro Restaurant
5036 Main Street18
íbúar mæla meðFresh and flavorful burritos, tacos, and salads. Yummmmmm.
YE OLDE TAVERN
5183 Main Street18
íbúar mæla meðA classic New England menu, served in a cozy historic old tavern.
This is a special place—great for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinners on Thursdays and Fridays.
Round House Bakery Cafe
25 E Main StThis is a special place—great for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinners on Thursdays and Fridays.
Country Gals Cafe'
9 E Main StGreat breakfast spot!
Union Underground
4928 Main St8
íbúar mæla meðFull bar and food menu, open later than most places in town!
We always walk out happy after an evening at Allegro. Don't miss the gnocchi!!!
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íbúar mæla meðAllegro
520 Main Street14
íbúar mæla meðWe always walk out happy after an evening at Allegro. Don't miss the gnocchi!!!
Lots on tap, and good eats from the kitchen. Cool atmosphere.
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íbúar mæla meðThe Tap House at Catamount Glass
309 County St11
íbúar mæla meðLots on tap, and good eats from the kitchen. Cool atmosphere.
One of the best diners you'll find. The wait for tables is often out the door at peak breakfast and lunch, but you can usually snag a spot at the counter, too. Sourdough french toast, crunch berry pancakes, and the Rueben, just to name a few favorites.
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íbúar mæla meðThe Blue Benn
314 North Street20
íbúar mæla meðOne of the best diners you'll find. The wait for tables is often out the door at peak breakfast and lunch, but you can usually snag a spot at the counter, too. Sourdough french toast, crunch berry pancakes, and the Rueben, just to name a few favorites.
This classic spot is open early spring through fall. Personal favorite is a garden burger, onion rings, and a vanilla shake :)
Arlington Dairy Bar
3158 Vermont 7AThis classic spot is open early spring through fall. Personal favorite is a garden burger, onion rings, and a vanilla shake :)
Homemade ice cream, folks. This is the good stuff. Plus a whole store full of other scrumptious chocolates and candies.
Chocolate Barn
Homemade ice cream, folks. This is the good stuff. Plus a whole store full of other scrumptious chocolates and candies.
The Arlington Inn
3904 Vermont 7AEnjoy dinner in this historic inn in the center of piecturesque Arlington.
The West Mountain Inn has an exceptional restaurant and tavern, which uses local, seasonal ingredients. We highly, highly recommend making time for a special meal here, and they are very busy, so you should call ahead for a reservation!
West Mountain Inn
West Mountain Inn RoadThe West Mountain Inn has an exceptional restaurant and tavern, which uses local, seasonal ingredients. We highly, highly recommend making time for a special meal here, and they are very busy, so you should call ahead for a reservation!
If you're looking for a truly special meal, this is one of our best recommendations for a high-end dinner.
The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant
39 W RdIf you're looking for a truly special meal, this is one of our best recommendations for a high-end dinner.
This year round farmers market is held every Sunday, rain or shine. It is a great mix of lots of local produce, meats, cheeses, and craft goods, as well as music and prepared foods as well.
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íbúar mæla meðDorset Farmers Market
2732 VT-309
íbúar mæla meðThis year round farmers market is held every Sunday, rain or shine. It is a great mix of lots of local produce, meats, cheeses, and craft goods, as well as music and prepared foods as well.
Shopping
This is a world class book store—and more. It has multiple floors and is a joy to explore. The kids section is fantastic too. There is an adjoining cafe, Bonnet & Main that serves great lunches, beverages, and baked treats as well.
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íbúar mæla meðNorthshire Bookstore
4869 Main Street66
íbúar mæla meðThis is a world class book store—and more. It has multiple floors and is a joy to explore. The kids section is fantastic too. There is an adjoining cafe, Bonnet & Main that serves great lunches, beverages, and baked treats as well.
The flagship store in Manchester is a cool place to explore. There are even indoor trout.
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íbúar mæla meðOrvis
4180 Main Street17
íbúar mæla meðThe flagship store in Manchester is a cool place to explore. There are even indoor trout.
Downtown Manchester is home to a walkable shopping scene that is a mix of designer outlets and small local shops too.
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íbúar mæla meðManchester Designer Outlets
97 Depot Street54
íbúar mæla meðDowntown Manchester is home to a walkable shopping scene that is a mix of designer outlets and small local shops too.
A beautiful selection of housewares plus their famous line of hand-crafted pottery.
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íbúar mæla meðBennington Potters
324 County Street18
íbúar mæla meðA beautiful selection of housewares plus their famous line of hand-crafted pottery.
If you're looking for serious outdoor clothing, footwear, and gear, this is the spot. The friendly, knowledgable staff can help get you outfitted for all manner of outdoor adventuring.
The Mountain Goat
4886 Main StIf you're looking for serious outdoor clothing, footwear, and gear, this is the spot. The friendly, knowledgable staff can help get you outfitted for all manner of outdoor adventuring.
Heinel's Clothiers
4964 Main StThe mothership of Vermont plaid essentials! Get your Woolwich wool jacket here.
Beer & Wine
Argyle Brewing Company Cambridge NY
6 Broad StLocal brew pub in a historic train station
This is a super cool tasting room for craft beers and ciders. They've just added some light eats that pair with the drinks too. You can leave with a growler of the ever-changing brews on tap, or with packaged goods as well. We love this place!
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íbúar mæla meðThe Crooked Ram
4026 Main St9
íbúar mæla meðThis is a super cool tasting room for craft beers and ciders. They've just added some light eats that pair with the drinks too. You can leave with a growler of the ever-changing brews on tap, or with packaged goods as well. We love this place!
Manchester Discount Beverage
380 Depot StBig selection of local (and global) craft beers, ciders, and wines.
We love Harvest! Great brews on tap, in-house and regionally. Plus a funky, contemporary menu of oh-so-cool bar eats.
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íbúar mæla meðHarvest Brewing
201 South St6
íbúar mæla meðWe love Harvest! Great brews on tap, in-house and regionally. Plus a funky, contemporary menu of oh-so-cool bar eats.
Worth the drive to this beautiful historic factory, turned modern craft brewery. They have a great contemporary menu. CHECK HOURS BEFORE HEADING OUT. They're only open Thursday-Sunday at certain times of year.
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íbúar mæla meðBrown's Brewing Company's Walloomsac Taproom and Brewery
50 Factory Hill Rd14
íbúar mæla meðWorth the drive to this beautiful historic factory, turned modern craft brewery. They have a great contemporary menu. CHECK HOURS BEFORE HEADING OUT. They're only open Thursday-Sunday at certain times of year.
Casual atmosphere with great brews and full dinner menu. Favorites are the Bog Salad and the CHICKEN NACHOS.
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íbúar mæla meðMadison Brewing Company Pub & Restaurant
428 Main Street12
íbúar mæla meðCasual atmosphere with great brews and full dinner menu. Favorites are the Bog Salad and the CHICKEN NACHOS.
This charming historic-farm-turned-inn, has weekly pub nights in the summer and early fall. Every Thursday evening they have food, music, and drinks open to the public. Enjoy at cocktail and delicious eats on the porch!
Hill Farm Inn
458 Hill Farm RoadThis charming historic-farm-turned-inn, has weekly pub nights in the summer and early fall. Every Thursday evening they have food, music, and drinks open to the public. Enjoy at cocktail and delicious eats on the porch!
This charming historic-farm-turned-inn, has weekly pub nights in the summer and early fall. Every Thursday evening they have food, music, and drinks open to the public. Enjoy at cocktail and delicious eats on the porch!
Hill Farm Inn
458 Hill Farm RoadThis charming historic-farm-turned-inn, has weekly pub nights in the summer and early fall. Every Thursday evening they have food, music, and drinks open to the public. Enjoy at cocktail and delicious eats on the porch!