Explore the Neighborhood.
In addition to our relaxed, Vermont country atmosphere and beautiful scenery, the Champlain Valley offers an enormous number of rewarding opportunities to experience. Here is a sampling, some of which are free for the taking or discounted with a stay at Whitford House or Twin View Barn:
Drink it.
Vermont Tasting Tours, offered to top-rated, local breweries, cideries, wineries and distilleries (prior reservations required); or find them yourselves via the Middlebury Tasting Trail and beyond.
Visit it.
Wonderful museums, including Shelburne Museum , Rokeby Museum, Folk Life Center, Henry Sheldon Museum and Middlebury College Museum of Art.
Historic buildings and colonial battlefields, such as Chimney Point, John Strong Mansion, Maritime Museum and Fort Ticonderoga.
Beautiful nearby swimming locations on Lake Champlain with free guest access!
Entertain it.
Theatre and Concerts abound. Check out Town Theatre, Marquis Theatre, Middlebury College and surrounding towns.
Experience it.
Cloud Nine Fishing Charters, based in Ferrisburg, on Lake Champlain, offers guided charters, on their own equipped boat, to the best fishing spots in western Vermont.
Fly Fishing, with StreamandBrook.com, offers guides & instruction on local creeks, rivers and lakes.
Horse Riding Lessons just a short walk up our country road, at Better Days Ranch and Equine Services.
Sky Diving Lessons, tandem skydiving in West Addison, at VTSkydiving.com.
Boating, on Lake Champlain, rent your own motor boat at River’s Edge in Vergennes, or take a boat tour, departing from Burlington and other locations.
Spa & Massage - Enjoy a discount massage for two at Waterfalls Day Spa in Middlebury.
Breathe it.
Hiking at Snake Mountain, Mount Philo, Camel’s Hump, Moosalamoo National Recreation Area, and more.
Stargazing — amazing open views, on property, or visit Middlebury College's Observatory (limited dates).
Skiing (seasonal) — back country, on property — or at Rikert Touring Center and Middlebury Snow Bowl for groomed Nordic and Alpine trails at affordable prices.
Cycling, bring your bikes for exploring the many backroads. Gorgeous views abound, with farms and mountains everywhere. Or rent from Frog Hollow Bikes in Middlebury.
Bird Watching, many types of birds on property. We have binoculars and bird books. Or visit Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area, best bird hot spots in Vermont, a short 10-minute drive, or visit the Birds of Vermont Museum in Huntington.
Golf - 18-holes at Ralph Myhre Golf Course (college-owned)
Search for it.
Antiquing, ask us about other smaller, local shops!
Covered Bridges - Addison County is home to five of the state’s 100 covered bridges, Cornwall-Salisbury Covered Bridge, Pulp Mill Covered Bridge, Halpin Covered Bridge, Shoreham Covered Railroad Bridge and The Spade Farm Covered Bridge.
Eat it.
There are many Fine Restaurants in the area, serving farm-to-table cuisine. Ask us for a list of our favorites!
Master it.
Explore Photography on your own, or take an outdoor photo class with Jeff Nottonson, owner-photographer.
Learn the Art of Bonsai, with Jeff Nottonson, owner-teacher.