Food scene (Restaurants, Fast Food, Supermarkets)
There are many local restaurants in the Shaftsbury and downtown Bennington area a few miles from the house
Our favorites downtown Bennington include: Madison Brewery, 420 Main Street, Mt Anthony Golf club (a few miles from downtown), Publyk House, Blue Ben Diner(Cash Only)
There are many local places to eat:
Madison Brewing Company
The Publyk House
Mt. St Anthony Country Club open to the public for Golf and Dining-enjoy the views of the Bennington Monument
Ramuntos Pizza they deliver too
Breakfast: Local Favorite: If you can go early: Blue BENN Diner (Cash only),
Sunny's Diner
Manchester Village: Many restaurants a few favorites:
Breakfast: Up for Breakfast and Red Rooster (Cash only)
Lunch: Zoey Double Hex, Equinox Golf Club (open to public enjoy the views), Gringo Jacks, Mulligans
Supermarkets: Downtown Bennington minutes from the house: PRICE CHOPPER, WALMART
HENRY's Butcher -best burgers, steaks, plus in town
Fast Food: Bennington minutes from the house: McDonalds, Burger King, Kentucky Fried Chicken
Coffee: Dunkin' Donuts (2) Bennington and STARBUCKS (located inside PriceChopper supermarket)
LIQUOR Stores (21 and over)- Bennington Beverage Outlet
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Shaftsbury
There are many local places to eat:
Madison Brewing Company
The Publyk House
Mt. St Anthony Country Club open to the public for Golf and Dining-enjoy the views of the Bennington Monument
Ramuntos Pizza they deliver too
Breakfast: Local Favorite: If you can go early: Blue BENN Diner (Cash only),
Sunny's Diner
Manchester Village: Many restaurants a few favorites:
Breakfast: Up for Breakfast and Red Rooster (Cash only)
Lunch: Zoey Double Hex, Equinox Golf Club (open to public enjoy the views), Gringo Jacks, Mulligans
Supermarkets: Downtown Bennington minutes from the house: PRICE CHOPPER, WALMART
HENRY's Butcher -best burgers, steaks, plus in town
Fast Food: Bennington minutes from the house: McDonalds, Burger King, Kentucky Fried Chicken
Coffee: Dunkin' Donuts (2) Bennington and STARBUCKS (located inside PriceChopper supermarket)
LIQUOR Stores (21 and over)- Bennington Beverage Outlet
Neighborhoods
Shaftsbury, Bennington, Arlington and Manchester offer the visitor many things to see and do
Shaftsbury VT offers the traveler many sites and attractions: Robert Frost Museum, Shaftsbury Lake and...
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g57391-Activities-Shaftsbury_Vermont.html
Bennington is the 3rd largest town in VT and offers many attractions: Restaurants, Art and Historic museums, Bennington Monument, Fishing, Golf, Hemmings Car Museum, Bennington Potters (famous pottery)
https://vacationidea.com/vermont/best-things-to-do-in-bennington-vt.html
Arlington is a short ride away - take scenic rte 7N or the rte 7 Highway exit Arlington: Arlington you can visit the top of Mt. Equinox for fabulous views or a morning/afternoon hike, see the famous VT covered bridges, Vermont Cheese House, plus
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g30217-Activities-Arlington_Vermont.html
Manchester Village about 1/2 hour along Scenic rte 7N or the Highway 7N to Manchester village attractions: The Outlet Stores for shopping, Robert Lincoln Summer Estate, Wood Shop, Orvis Fly Fishing Outlet and Fly Fishing Classes, RangeRover Adventure Tours, GOLF
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g57312-Manchester_Vermont-Vacations.html
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Arlington
Shaftsbury VT offers the traveler many sites and attractions: Robert Frost Museum, Shaftsbury Lake and...
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g57391-Activities-Shaftsbury_Vermont.html
Bennington is the 3rd largest town in VT and offers many attractions: Restaurants, Art and Historic museums, Bennington Monument, Fishing, Golf, Hemmings Car Museum, Bennington Potters (famous pottery)
https://vacationidea.com/vermont/best-things-to-do-in-bennington-vt.html
Arlington is a short ride away - take scenic rte 7N or the rte 7 Highway exit Arlington: Arlington you can visit the top of Mt. Equinox for fabulous views or a morning/afternoon hike, see the famous VT covered bridges, Vermont Cheese House, plus
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g30217-Activities-Arlington_Vermont.html
Manchester Village about 1/2 hour along Scenic rte 7N or the Highway 7N to Manchester village attractions: The Outlet Stores for shopping, Robert Lincoln Summer Estate, Wood Shop, Orvis Fly Fishing Outlet and Fly Fishing Classes, RangeRover Adventure Tours, GOLF
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g57312-Manchester_Vermont-Vacations.html
Skiing
There are several ski areas within driving distance to "The Barn"
Bromely Ski Mountain, Stratton and Mount Snow are within
35-55minute drives. Rentals at the Mountain or for Bromley /Stratton area on Route 7North (shops available to rent equipment).
CROSS COUNTRY Skiing apx 25-30 minutes from the house: Prospect Mountain
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Bromley Mountain
There are several ski areas within driving distance to "The Barn"
Bromely Ski Mountain, Stratton and Mount Snow are within
35-55minute drives. Rentals at the Mountain or for Bromley /Stratton area on Route 7North (shops available to rent equipment).
CROSS COUNTRY Skiing apx 25-30 minutes from the house: Prospect Mountain
HIKING
There are several marked Hiking Trails near the Barn in Bennington VT and a short drive away. Drive to the summit of Mt. Equinox and enjoy several marked trails. There are many marked Appalachian Trails in Bennington, Manchester, Arlington, Peru area. Drive into Somerset Reservoir (10 miles off the road be prepared- enjoy the resevoir and many trails).
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Mount Equinox Skyline Drive
42 Skyline DrThere are several marked Hiking Trails near the Barn in Bennington VT and a short drive away. Drive to the summit of Mt. Equinox and enjoy several marked trails. There are many marked Appalachian Trails in Bennington, Manchester, Arlington, Peru area. Drive into Somerset Reservoir (10 miles off the road be prepared- enjoy the resevoir and many trails).
Fishing
Lake Paran 8 minutes drive from the barn, Battenkill River, Somerset Resevoir, Willmington Resevoir, Emerald Lake, note you will need VT Fishing License purchase online or Walmart, Bennington
There are SEVERAL fishing areas in VT.
Vermont has excellent water quality is home to fish species such as Bass, Perch, Pickerel, Trout, and Pike.
NOTE: You MUST have a valid fishing license 15years you can get on-line or at WALMART
olderhttps://vtfishandwildlife.com/licenses-and-lotteries/license-center
Enjoy Fly Fishing Class from Orvis (Manchester)
Waloomsack River
Lake Paran
Shaftsbury Lake
Somerset Reservoir
Wilmington Reservoir
Battenkill River
Many more local fishing spots to explore
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Somerset Reservoir
There are SEVERAL fishing areas in VT.
Vermont has excellent water quality is home to fish species such as Bass, Perch, Pickerel, Trout, and Pike.
NOTE: You MUST have a valid fishing license 15years you can get on-line or at WALMART
olderhttps://vtfishandwildlife.com/licenses-and-lotteries/license-center
Enjoy Fly Fishing Class from Orvis (Manchester)
Waloomsack River
Lake Paran
Shaftsbury Lake
Somerset Reservoir
Wilmington Reservoir
Battenkill River
Many more local fishing spots to explore
Horse Back Riding
There are several local stables that do horseback riding trail rides, pony rides, and sleigh rides in the winter. Make sure you Call ahead and make a reservation for your party.
A few favorites:
Mountain View
Chipman Stables
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Mountain View Ranch
502 Easy StThere are several local stables that do horseback riding trail rides, pony rides, and sleigh rides in the winter. Make sure you Call ahead and make a reservation for your party.
A few favorites:
Mountain View
Chipman Stables
Golf
Several Golf Courses located within minutes of the barn or a scenic drive away- be sure to call the Pro Shop to book at tee-time.
Mt Anthony Country Club (within minutes of the barn)
Equinox Golf Club
Stratton Mountain Golf
Mount Anthony
Several Golf Courses located within minutes of the barn or a scenic drive away- be sure to call the Pro Shop to book at tee-time.
Mt Anthony Country Club (within minutes of the barn)
Equinox Golf Club
Stratton Mountain Golf