LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Whole Hearted Healing & Shooting Stars Gallery
Conveniently located ~ 1 mile off of Route 30 and just minutes from The Lodge, Whole Hearted Healing offers services to help enhance your health, & happiness with Feng Shui, Reiki (for People or Pets) and Fine Photography.
Relax and rejuvenate with a Reiki treatment in the Reiki Room and then browse the Shooting Stars gallery for original art, heartfelt gifts and unique wares from local artists and local creators.
Please call ahead to schedule an appointment: 802-365-9840
The Vermont Tea House
Gourmet teas, homemade scones and the 5-course meal included in Full Afternoon Tea make the Vermont Tea House a destination as well as an experience. The gift shop includes antiques, locally made candles and soaps, tea, and more! Walk-ins are welcome but reservations should be made for large groups or holidays: 802-875-6914 www.VermontTeaHouse.com
Rock River Preservation
Rock River Preservation is a local and popular Vermont swimming hole. Being only 6.5 miles from the Lodge you can enjoy fun in the sun on the river!
Ski, Snowboard & Snowshoeing
Winter in Vermont can be quite magical. There are several winter sports areas and mountains surrounding The Lodge.
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Harris Hill Ski Jump ~14 Mi.
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Grafton Trails & Outdoor Center (snowshoeing, tubing, fat biking, and sleigh rides) ~12 Mi.
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Magic Mountain Ski Area ~19 Mi.
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Mount Snow ~20 Mi.
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Stratton Mountain ~21 Mi.
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Bromley Mountain ~27 Mi.
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Okemo Mountain ~ 33 Mi.
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Killington Mountain ~ 55 Mi.
Hogback Mountain Country Store
Located on Route 9 in West Marlboro & Marlboro, Hogback Mountain is a truly unique and breathtaking experience. With a 100-mile view, you can take in the natural beauty of the mountains and valleys of Vermont, New Hampshire and Massachusetts that surround us. At the Country Store, you’ll find a wide variety of locally-sourced products, perfect for anyone seeking to take a piece of Vermont home with them.
Townshend State Park and Lake
Only 3 miles away is the Townshend State Forest and Park, a beautiful place to hike and enjoy nature. Further down the road is the Townshend Lake where you can enjoy swimming and only 4.1 miles away from The Lodge
Local Food and Eats
Local Restaurants and eateries are Big Foot Coffee, The Fat Crow, The Newfane Store, Lyssie’s Haven, Harmonyville Country Store, and The Riverbend Farm Market.
Retreat Farm & Farm Market in Brattleboro
The Retreat Farm offers unique weekly events where you can visit baby animals, walk the trails (over 10 miles of trail systems), and enjoy authentic farm experiences. The new Retreat Farm Market is a showcase for food and beverage crafters showcasing the connection to the farm and food system. Food truck roundups on Fridays in the summer and multitude of community events make this a must visit location!
VAST Snowmobile Trails
Vermont is home to some extensive interconnected snowmobile trails. Trails open December 16th and close in mid April. The Lodge is just minutes from trail access! For information on what you need to snowmobile in Vermont visit the VAST website https://vtvast.org