We recommend checking out the Mount Equinox Skyline Drive, An unforgettable scenic drive to the summit of the highest peak in the Taconic Range. From historic Route 7A between Manchester and Arlington, Vermont, Skyline Drive — the longest privately owned, paved toll road in the United States — ascends 3,248 feet over 5.2 miles to the top of Mount Equinox. If you're looking for a leisure walk, we recommend the Equinox Pond Loop, or Emerald Lake State Park!
Manchester is known for its outlet stores. Stores include Tumi, Theory, JCrew Factory, Vineyard Vines, Brooks Brothers, Gap, Coco Goose, Vermont Flannel and more. In addition to outlets there are bunch of boutique shopping experiences such as Made for the Mountains, Apricot Lane, Zippy Chicks and more. The Northshire Bookstore is a great independent bookstore located in Manchester Center, a great place to visit for the afternoon. The Orvis Flagship Store is in Manchester Center and there is also a clearance barn on property which has great deals on Orvis and Barbour products.
The Manchester area has two excellent public golf courses The Golf Course at the Equinox: This scenic 1927 Walter Travis design will test a player's ability to hit a variety of shots to well-manicured, undulating greens. This Par 71, 6,423 yard Vermont gem is consistently rated one of the top courses in the state. Stratton Mountain Golf: Golf Digest describes it as one of the top resort courses in New England with three distinct nine hole layouts, giving you 27 reasons to play Stratton. Stratton has also hosted size LPGA tournaments.
Manchester is home to a handful of art galleries and museums including the Southern Vermont Arts Center, Epoch Artisans Gallery, Seven Springs Garden and Sculpture Park, and The American Museum of Fly Fishing.
Some of our favorite spots to grab a bite to eat: Charlie's Coffee House - recommend the Maple Latte! Big Pop's Sandwich Shop - technically a food truck, but they make great breakfast sandwiches! Little Rooster Cafe Willoughby's Al Ducci's Italian Pantry Depot Street Burgers Zoeys Deli The Crooked Ram Haig's Restaurant & Sports Bar Union Underground The Silver Fork Mystic Restaurant & Bar Road Runner
Located in nearby Weston, VT, the Vermont Country Store offers a wide range of unique and classic New England products. Going here is like going back in time. A favorite spot for first time Vermont visitors.
If you know Jess, you know she loves to stitch! If you're interested in picking up one of her favorite hobbies, there are 2 great needlepoint shops in the area. The Pine Needle is located across from the Equinox Resort in Manchester, and In Stitches is located in Dorset. If you find yourself in Dorset be sure to grab a bite to eat the Dorset Bakery!