Lori and Craig's Guidebook
Food/Nightlife scene
Our favorite places to eat and relax around the area.
Great food! The seafood is always fresh. The live music is always great! Good arcade for the kids or the kid in you. There is usually a wait on a Friday or Saturday night. Go up stairs on top of the arcade, grab a drink and play some ski ball while waiting for your table.
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The Last Chair Bar & Grill
267 Vermont Rte 100Great food! The seafood is always fresh. The live music is always great! Good arcade for the kids or the kid in you. There is usually a wait on a Friday or Saturday night. Go up stairs on top of the arcade, grab a drink and play some ski ball while waiting for your table.
$1 Raw Bar Happy Hour! What more can we say? Excellent choice for great seafood!
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1846 Tavern & Restaurant
108 Vermont Rte 100$1 Raw Bar Happy Hour! What more can we say? Excellent choice for great seafood!
Home of Gold Medal Snowboarder Kelly Clark!
Tuna Nachos!
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TC's Family Restaurant
178 Vermont Rte 100Home of Gold Medal Snowboarder Kelly Clark!
Tuna Nachos!
Snow Barn
294 Handle RdLive music and DJ's!
Great local brewery with a cool vibe and fun games to entertain while drinking great local beer!
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Snow Republic Brewery
33 Vermont Rte 100Great local brewery with a cool vibe and fun games to entertain while drinking great local beer!
Anchor Seafood Restaurant
8 S Main StGreat Seafood! One of our favorite places to go.
North Star Bowl
Bowling, Mini Golf , Pizza and Ice Cream!
State Parks, Reservoirs and other local places to explore the outdoors
Vermont has an amazing landscape and an environment that invites adventure and exploration to any travelers itinerary.
These are a few of our favorite places to get out and enjoy what the Green Mountain State has to offer!
https://vtstateparks.com/jamaica.html
Great State Park with a rails to trails system for walking and biking. Good 1 mile hike up to Hamilton Falls. great swimming hole!
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Jamaica State Park
48 Salmon Hole Lnhttps://vtstateparks.com/jamaica.html
Great State Park with a rails to trails system for walking and biking. Good 1 mile hike up to Hamilton Falls. great swimming hole!
Somerset Reservoir is a large lake in southern Vermont that is nestled deep within the Green Mountain National Forest. The lake is actually a dammed section of the Deerfield River, and is roughly 6.5 miles long and covers 1568 acres. The shoreline is totally undeveloped, but there is a small boat launch, some picnic tables, and a porta potty for those who come to recreate. The lake sits at 2,000 feet above sea level, so it’s a great place to cool off in the summer. The winter snows don’t melt here until May. Winds can be fierce here, and it’s an excellent spot to bring a small sailboat, fishing boats, canoes, or kayaks. Boats with motors can not exceed speeds of 10 miles per hour.
Paddling around Somerset on a rare calm day is an amazing experience. You may see loons, ducks, or mergansers, and moose, deer, and black bears are also common along the shore. Anglers come from all over to fish for smallmouth bass and trout. You will find the boat launch at the southern end of the lake, and if you go during the week, you may not see another boat or another person. Summer weekends can be busy, but because the lake is so big, you will always find solitude on the water or hiking trails.
There is an extensive trail network in Green Mountain National Forest, and the East Branch Trail runs along the east side of Somerset Reservoir, all the way to Grout Pond, which is just north of Somerset. Mountain bikers use the trail, and it is part of the Catamount cross-country ski trail that runs the length of Vermont.
The lake remains an unspoiled treasure in Vermont, perhaps because you must travel 10 miles on a dirt road to get there. Whatever the reason, this beautiful Vermont lake is definitely worth a visit.
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Somerset Reservoir
Somerset Reservoir is a large lake in southern Vermont that is nestled deep within the Green Mountain National Forest. The lake is actually a dammed section of the Deerfield River, and is roughly 6.5 miles long and covers 1568 acres. The shoreline is totally undeveloped, but there is a small boat launch, some picnic tables, and a porta potty for those who come to recreate. The lake sits at 2,000 feet above sea level, so it’s a great place to cool off in the summer. The winter snows don’t melt here until May. Winds can be fierce here, and it’s an excellent spot to bring a small sailboat, fishing boats, canoes, or kayaks. Boats with motors can not exceed speeds of 10 miles per hour.
Paddling around Somerset on a rare calm day is an amazing experience. You may see loons, ducks, or mergansers, and moose, deer, and black bears are also common along the shore. Anglers come from all over to fish for smallmouth bass and trout. You will find the boat launch at the southern end of the lake, and if you go during the week, you may not see another boat or another person. Summer weekends can be busy, but because the lake is so big, you will always find solitude on the water or hiking trails.
There is an extensive trail network in Green Mountain National Forest, and the East Branch Trail runs along the east side of Somerset Reservoir, all the way to Grout Pond, which is just north of Somerset. Mountain bikers use the trail, and it is part of the Catamount cross-country ski trail that runs the length of Vermont.
The lake remains an unspoiled treasure in Vermont, perhaps because you must travel 10 miles on a dirt road to get there. Whatever the reason, this beautiful Vermont lake is definitely worth a visit.
A great place to hike and take in the views. A fire tower awaits those who are willing to climb to the top!
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Molly Stark State Park
705 VT-9A great place to hike and take in the views. A fire tower awaits those who are willing to climb to the top!
Absolutely amazing place to recreate in the summer, fall, and spring. Boating, kayaking, fishing, and hiking can all be done at this gem of a spot.
Harriman Reservoir, Vermont, Verenigde Staten
Absolutely amazing place to recreate in the summer, fall, and spring. Boating, kayaking, fishing, and hiking can all be done at this gem of a spot.
Shopping
Great towns to shop in and experience that New England charm!
Wilmington Antique and Flea Market
236 VT-9The Vermont Country Store Weston
657 Main StFun town with many shops and restaurants. located just 40 min south of our condo. Great place to spend the day/night!
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Brattleboro
Fun town with many shops and restaurants. located just 40 min south of our condo. Great place to spend the day/night!
Manchester
Hiking /Snowshoeing and Backcountry Skiing/Riding
These are some great local areas we love to explore in all seasons.
Dover
Great trail system and newly opened glade areas to ski/ride in!
RASTA https://www.rastavt.org/trails/brandon-gap/
The Brandon Gap Backcountry Recreation Area is a project sponsored by RASTA in partnership with the United States Forest Service (USFS). The Brandon Gap Backcountry Recreation Area is located in the Green Mountain National Forest, south of Vermont Route 73 at Brandon Gap. Approval of the pioneering project, one of the first of its kind on National Forest land, was received in October 2015 with implementation ongoing through December 2016. The successful implementation of the project is due to the professional design eye of Sustainable Trailworks, LLC and over 1700 volunteer hours – led by RASTA.
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Brandon Gap
RASTA https://www.rastavt.org/trails/brandon-gap/
The Brandon Gap Backcountry Recreation Area is a project sponsored by RASTA in partnership with the United States Forest Service (USFS). The Brandon Gap Backcountry Recreation Area is located in the Green Mountain National Forest, south of Vermont Route 73 at Brandon Gap. Approval of the pioneering project, one of the first of its kind on National Forest land, was received in October 2015 with implementation ongoing through December 2016. The successful implementation of the project is due to the professional design eye of Sustainable Trailworks, LLC and over 1700 volunteer hours – led by RASTA.
https://www.doververmont.com/valley-trail
Located in the town of Dover, the finished Valley Trail will be a scenic pedestrian and bicycle pathway approximately five miles in length. Located mostly on private lands, the Trail will connect Mount Snow in the north with the West Dover Historic District and village in the south. The proposed trail will provide important transportation benefits for the community, linking the shopping areas and recreational amenities. It will also serve as an important link between several extensive mountain bike trails in Dover and proposed trails in Wilmington, allowing riders to bypass Route 100.
The Valley Trail is designed to benefit both the town's 1500 residents as well as the 600,000 visitors each year who come to Dover to rest, enjoy the rural countryside, and to participate in the area's many amenities and recreational activities.
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Valley Trail
Valley Trailhttps://www.doververmont.com/valley-trail
Located in the town of Dover, the finished Valley Trail will be a scenic pedestrian and bicycle pathway approximately five miles in length. Located mostly on private lands, the Trail will connect Mount Snow in the north with the West Dover Historic District and village in the south. The proposed trail will provide important transportation benefits for the community, linking the shopping areas and recreational amenities. It will also serve as an important link between several extensive mountain bike trails in Dover and proposed trails in Wilmington, allowing riders to bypass Route 100.
The Valley Trail is designed to benefit both the town's 1500 residents as well as the 600,000 visitors each year who come to Dover to rest, enjoy the rural countryside, and to participate in the area's many amenities and recreational activities.
Breakfast Spots
Unbelievable cinnamon rolls, cakes and pastries!
This place is a local hot spot, get there early!
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Sticky Fingers Bakery
210 Vermont Rte 100Unbelievable cinnamon rolls, cakes and pastries!
This place is a local hot spot, get there early!
Dot's is the OG diner in the area.....this is a definite on places to go!
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Dot's
3 W Main StDot's is the OG diner in the area.....this is a definite on places to go!
Dots of Dover
2 Mountain Park PlazaTHIS IS A MUST STOP AT PLACE, EVERY STAY!
Golf
Vermont has a reputation for golf courses with amazing views and unique layouts.
https://www.mountsnow.com/golf/
The Mount Snow Golf Course has matured into one of Vermont's premier mountain courses and has been rated one of the top five in the state by Golf Digest.
Designed by New England course architect Geoffrey Cornish, our 18-hole championship course has also been named one of the top 10 resort courses in the country by SKI Magazine.
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Mount Snow Golf Club
95 Country Club Rdhttps://www.mountsnow.com/golf/
The Mount Snow Golf Course has matured into one of Vermont's premier mountain courses and has been rated one of the top five in the state by Golf Digest.
Designed by New England course architect Geoffrey Cornish, our 18-hole championship course has also been named one of the top 10 resort courses in the country by SKI Magazine.
https://brattleborocountryclub.com/
The course measures 6,533 from the tips (71.1, 126 slope), 6,073 from the regular tees (69.1/122), 5,051 from the forward tees (64.2/112 for men; 69.8/114 for women).
A hole-by-hole guide follows, but it will be tough to pick a favorite. The challenging par-5 second, that heads up a hill, takes a right turn to a narrow strip of fairway only to head up another hill for the third shot? The drivable par-4 sixth? The risk-reward of the par-5 seventh? Or the long march of the par-4 eleventh? These are other questions are best answered by teeing it up for another round.
“Every hole is unique. Some golf courses you won’t remember one hole from the next.”
You remember the holes here. Vermont Business Magazine agrees, naming the BCC as the 2017 Best of Business Awards (BOB Awards) winner as Best Golf Course for Windham/Windsor Counties – and again in 2018 and 2019.
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Brattleboro Country Club
58 Senator Gannett Drivehttps://brattleborocountryclub.com/
The course measures 6,533 from the tips (71.1, 126 slope), 6,073 from the regular tees (69.1/122), 5,051 from the forward tees (64.2/112 for men; 69.8/114 for women).
A hole-by-hole guide follows, but it will be tough to pick a favorite. The challenging par-5 second, that heads up a hill, takes a right turn to a narrow strip of fairway only to head up another hill for the third shot? The drivable par-4 sixth? The risk-reward of the par-5 seventh? Or the long march of the par-4 eleventh? These are other questions are best answered by teeing it up for another round.
“Every hole is unique. Some golf courses you won’t remember one hole from the next.”
You remember the holes here. Vermont Business Magazine agrees, naming the BCC as the 2017 Best of Business Awards (BOB Awards) winner as Best Golf Course for Windham/Windsor Counties – and again in 2018 and 2019.
https://www.stratton.com/things-to-do/stratton-golf
Rich in history and scenic beauty, Stratton Mountain offers one of New England's finest golf experiences. Stratton's first nine opened for play in 1964, followed by two more nine-hole layouts, with each taking full advantage of the mountain landscape. A multi-year project has restored the fairways, sculpted the greens and rebuilt bunkers to reflect the original Geoffrey Cornish blueprint.
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Stratton Mountain Golf Course
251 Stratton Mountain Rdhttps://www.stratton.com/things-to-do/stratton-golf
Rich in history and scenic beauty, Stratton Mountain offers one of New England's finest golf experiences. Stratton's first nine opened for play in 1964, followed by two more nine-hole layouts, with each taking full advantage of the mountain landscape. A multi-year project has restored the fairways, sculpted the greens and rebuilt bunkers to reflect the original Geoffrey Cornish blueprint.
This place just reopened and is now semi-private. We offer discounts and stay and play packages. They have a 9 and dine couples event Friday night's. Dinner and 9 holes, it is a blast!
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Haystack Golf Club
70 Spyglass LnThis place just reopened and is now semi-private. We offer discounts and stay and play packages. They have a 9 and dine couples event Friday night's. Dinner and 9 holes, it is a blast!
Ski shop
This shop is our local favorite and we have purchased a lot of our equipment here. Great place for demos and tune ups as well!
Colorado Ski Shop
1 Stugger RdThis shop is our local favorite and we have purchased a lot of our equipment here. Great place for demos and tune ups as well!
The owner is very knowledgeable and happy to get you what you need rather than what he wants to sell.
Invasion Snowboard Shop
The owner is very knowledgeable and happy to get you what you need rather than what he wants to sell.