Where to go in Vermont

Bed-and-breakfast inn comfortable, convenient headquarters for exploring Burlington

The Lang House on Main Street, where 19th-century charm meets 21st-century service, is a comfortable, convenient location for families ready to explore Burlington, VT and Northern Vermont area. All 11 guest rooms, including two in the cottage-like Carriage House, have en suite bathrooms, wifi and air conditioning. A sumptuous, nutritious breakfast is served each morning featuring everything from pancakes and waffles to egg dishes and granola. Home-baked goodies are offered every afternoon. The bustling Church Street Marketplace, a pedestrian-only area with fun shops, restaurants and cultural venues, is just three blocks away. Nearby activities include biking, walking and jogging at Waterfront Park, farmers markets and hiking paths. It’s just a short drive to the Shelburne Museum and to Shelburne Farms, with a children’s farmyard.

Close to activities, attractions, this mountain resort is relaxing, affordable, family-friendly

Relaxing, affordable and family-friendly, The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort and Spa will make you feel like you have checked into a home-away-from-home. Suites have bunk beds, washer-dryers, full kitchens, jetted tubs and gas fireplaces. With spacious dining and living rooms, comfort is front and center. And so is fun! Activities nearby include alpine and cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, snowboarding, ice skating, horseback riding, hiking and biking. In the non-snow season, go zip lining or zoom down the slopes on a mountain coaster. There’s mountain biking, kayaking and canoeing. Visit the Vermont Country Store or the interesting shops in the area’s inviting towns and villages. See what farm life was like in the 1890s at the Billings Farm & Museum, visit a cheese factory, or walk through a covered bridge.

Visit our sister property, Castle Hill Resort.

Whole house historic home rentals serve as inspirational Vermont retreats for two to eight people

Stay in the beautiful home, carriage house, or stable built for author Rudyard Kipling; a charming cabin once part of a sugar-making operation; or an 1800s farmhouse with apple orchard views. Those are the unique options offered by the Landmark Trust USA, the nonprofit organization that has lovingly preserved these historic Vermont properties, which represent architectural styles from 1849 to 1915. Fully furnished with well-equipped kitchens, bed and bath linens, and wifi, the homes, which sleep from two to eight people, are comfortable, inspirational retreats. One is dog-friendly, and all are close to a variety of outdoor activities, farms, and cultural amenities. Guests can order a basket of breakfast or dessert goodies to enhance their visit.

Visit our working farm, Scott Farm Orchard.

A stay at this exceptional farm inn means a new adventure every day for guests

Every day brings a new adventure for guests at the Liberty Hill Farm & Inn, where families come back year after year to relax in the inviting atmosphere, to help with chores, to dine on the world’s best comfort food and to enjoy being together. Rooms at the inn are cozy and comfortable. Exceptional home-cooked breakfasts and dinners are served family-style around the big dining room table. And guests are more than welcome to help with everything from cow-milking to picking vegetables for that night’s meal. But there are also endless activities, from snowshoeing and skiing in winter to berry-picking, fly-fishing and swimming in summer. Nearby activities include hiking and biking in the Green Mountain National Forest and visiting the Shelburne Museum and Billings Farm & Museum.

Private guest houses in a storybook Vermont village

For guests craving extra space and privacy, The Grafton Inn offers a collection of guest houses located throughout picturesque Grafton Village, just a short walk from the inn itself. These homes provide all the comforts of the historic inn — including access to its amenities — while offering the feel of having a place all your own, ideal for longer stays or larger groups. After a day of hiking, biking, or swimming in the on-site pond, unwind with farm-to-table dining at Phelps Barn Pub or The Old Tavern Restaurant, then retreat to your own private guest house in this quintessential New England setting.

Resort’s on-site spa offers the ultimate in relaxing, reinvigorating, restorative treatments

The Spa at the Woodstock Inn & Resort invites relaxation from the moment you step into the Great Room, a peaceful sanctuary with comfortable seating, natural light, and a seasonal wood-burning fireplace. Enter your intimate therapy room for treatments including restorative massages, seasonal body treatments, soothing facials, reflexology, and Reiki. A variety of additional wellness services include a studio with mindfulness, meditation, and yoga sessions, specialty therapy enhancements like infrared saunas with halotheraphy and oxygen, and a boutique with curated products. After your treatment, relax through the four-season outdoor courtyard, breathe in the Scandinavian cedar sauna or take a dip into restorative whirlpool waters. In the summer, go for a swim in the outdoor pool.

Woodstock Inn & Resort has been voted one of the Top 10 Resorts in New England in the 2026 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards.

Farm-Fresh Dining Makes Every Stay Even Better.

At The Restaurant at Hill Farm in Sunderland, the menu is elevated and seasonal, from dishes built around fruits and vegetables freshly picked at the market garden just outside the kitchen door to craft cocktails, Vermont beers, and a thoughtful wine selection. Book the room and the reservation together for a full culinary trip. Mornings include a hearty breakfast with every stay, and the alpaca-shaped scones are a guest favorite. Enjoy a boutique hotel stay and a meal at the restaurant that changes with the season. Prepare for real Hill Farm hospitality, and bring your appetite.

Sophisticated dining atmosphere combined with artfully presented gourmet cuisine

A diverse, beautifully crafted menu and sophisticated surroundings combine to provide guests at the Castle Hill Resort and Spa’s restaurant an unforgettable dining experience. The French-influenced American cuisine offered in a prix fixe, three-course seasonal gourmet meal might include steamed Prince Edward Island mussels, New England lobster bisque, beef Wellington or slow-roasted rack of lamb. The restaurant features local, fresh produce, quality meats and freshly made desserts. And the room they are served in is a true wonder, with the opulent glow of candles against wood paneling, the quiet chime of a grandfather clock and understated music in the background. It’s an intimate, elegant atmosphere in which to enjoy a carefully prepared and presented meal. Ask about the resort’s gourmet getaway package.

Visit our sister property, The Pointe Hotel.

Award-winning restaurant features gourmet cuisine served in casual but elegant atmosphere

The lovely location, world-class service, the creative menu: Come see why guests rave about their dining experience at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant. The restaurant features contemporary American cooking in a relaxed yet elegantly upscale atmosphere. The seasonal menus showcase local produce, meats, cheese and other products. You might start with lobster and brie fondue, moving to grilled local filet mignon. In addition to the comfortable main dining room, there is al fresco dining in season on the covered terrace, with views of the gardens and Mt. Equinox. (The restaurant has multiple Wine Spectator awards for its wine list). Ask about the Vermont Epicurean Experience, which includes lodging, dinner, as well as wine and cheese in your room.

Farm-to-table philosophy guides selections at historic inn’s restaurant, pub

A pioneer in the farm-to-table philosophy, the Grafton Inn offers diners several options to enjoy timeless, hearty dishes that will appeal to every palate. The menu at the 1801 Tavern is sophisticated but not stuffy, with a seasonally rotating menu with entrees like vegetable paella, grilled halibut, duck breast and fish and chips. The historic Pine Room Bar encourages guests to cozy up by the fireplace or mingle at the bar. Pub fare with a Vermont twist is on offer at the warm, appealing Phelps Barn Pub. Originally a carriage house, the “hayloft” now provides an elevated seating area, perfect to enjoy a delightful appetizer and a craft cocktail. The barn also has a seasonal patio for al fresco dining.

Discover an ingredient-driven dining experience at this Vermont resort

Richardson's Tavern at the Woodstock Inn & Resort is a welcoming, contemporary dining experience centered around seasonality, craftmanship, and locally sourced ingredients. The rich color tones and warm lighting are an exciting departure from a traditional tavern, without being pretentious. The bold dishes, curated wine list, and creative cocktails showcase a deep connection to seasonality, intentional sourcing, and storytelling through food. The seasonal menus reflect the creativity of the culinary team and the best of our local farms, artisan producers, and the resort's own organic Kelly Way Gardens. All-day dining is available at the Red Rooster restaurant, and seasonal, showstopping meals are also served at the resort's Red Barns at Kelly Way Gardens, the Fairway Grill, and Perley's Pourhouse.

Woodstock Inn & Resort has been voted one of the Top 10 Resorts in New England in the 2026 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards.

At this farm inn, love of the land, and belief in sustainability, are shared with guests

At the Liberty Hill Farm & Inn, the top priority is to provide a fulfilling farm experience for every guest. And given the number of guests who return year after year, it’s a job well done. From fabulous home-cooked meals using fresh, local ingredients (sometimes picked by guests) to letting guests learn how to milk a cow, the farm promotes both healthy, sustainable living – and fun. The inn, a pioneer in the agritourism movement, supports the Keep Local Farms initiative and was Vermont’s first Green Agritourism Enterprise. The owners are members of the Cabot Creamery dairy co-op, where sustainability and innovation are key. Sharing the love of the land and farming is central to the inn, where guests can pick berries, hike through wildflower fields, swim, fish – and milk cows.