Rest, relax, and rejuvenate are what our Green Mountain resort is all about, so you don't have to do
anything if you don't want to!
That said there are many fun and interesting things to do, both on and off our secluded mountain escape:
When considering an Autumn Escape, the East Dorset area and Emerald Lake should be in your plans.  For
those who have never experienced the vibrant fall foliage of Southwestern Vermont, we look forward to
guiding you as you discover the dramatic blazing autumn colors.  Wheather you choose to stroll beneath the
centuries old oaks and maples in the local villages, or take a drive up to Lake Champlain  in central Vermont,
we’ll be happy to customize an itinerary that will make the most of the spectacular New England season.
Whether in daily use or simply there to be explored, Vermont covered bridges are a unique feature of the
Vermont landscape, taking us back to a distant time and place. Our team will be happy to create a custom
Covered Bridge itinerary for your visit, which will provide you with the covered bridge locations and a
short description of each bridge.  There are more covered bridges per square mile in Vermont than any
other place in the world, with 107 authentic covered bridges located throughout the state.
If you are looking for a bargain then a trip into Manchester Center is certainly worth an afternoon shopping
adventure.  You’ll find several designer outlet stores, unique boutiques offering one-of-a-kind wares, tee-shirts
and some great places to pick up a gift for someone at home.  Be sure to visit the many local galleries as
Manchester’s’ long been known as one of the regions greatest artist enclaves.  If you’d like to explore outside
of Manchester, a trip North on Hwy 7 will treat you to hundreds of antique shops.  
•        Newfane Country Store
•        Antiques — over 30 locations within 20 minutes
•        Wallingford, Danby, Manchester & Dorset  - many unique boutiques & galleries
•        North River Winery — Jacksonville
•        Northshire Book Store — Manchester
•        Orvis— Manchester
•        Christmas Days — between Arlington & Manchester  
•        Manchester Designer Outlet Stores — Manchester
•        Grafton Village Cheese Company
•        Taft Hill Gallery — Townshend
•        Vermont Country Store — Weston & Rockingham
•        Vermont Artisan Designs — Brattleboro
•        Vermont Country Birdhouses — East Dorset           
•        Basketville — Putney
•        Mary Meyer Teddy Bears — Townshend
•        Lawrence's Smoke Shop — Townshend
•        Simon Pearce Glass — Quechee
•        Bennington Potters
Go hungry?  Not here in the Shires of Vermont.  There is no shortage of opportunities to indulge
your inner foodie.  The Shires offers casual sandwich shops to bistros and five-diamond dining.  
Check out the options on our restaurant guide which divides eateries by price point.
Adding farms to your vacation activities will offer you a different experience, one that is a peaceful
break from the mainstream attractions, and one that offers you and your family an opportunity to
meet the farmers, animals and see the crops that are so important to our everyday life.
The small state of Vermont boasts a rich rewarding cultural and historical heritage.  Vermont’s museums,
intuitive centers, galleries, and historical sites chronicle the development of a state, its people and the nation
around it.
Southern Vermont is a very special place for those  with a passion for outdoor pursuits.
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