Things To Do
Things to Eat
The Downtown Grocery
Reserve early, this small restaurant fills up fast! This would be a great spot for an early dinner before the welcome party. About: In December 2010, owners Abby and Rogan Lechthaler from Jackson, Mississippi and Weston, VT, respectively, bought 41 Depot Street. Using local, house-butchered meat and sustainable seafood the cozy, bistro-vibed spot became a destination for unique experiences in eating and drinking. With the re-boot of in-person dining, Rogan is thrilled to serve food on plates again and looks forward to letting inspiration dictate his menu. Moreover, the chef is especially inspired to mix up his offerings and turn the menu upside down in this moment of re-invention. Abby can’t wait to pour wine tableside, wear her bright pink lipstick again, sans mask, and her cowboy boots. 7 Minutes - 3.3 Mile Drive
Homestyle Hotel | Restaurant
Reserve early! This is a great spot for an early dinner before the welcome party and directly across the street. About: A premier Okemo Valley dining experience showcasing the talents of Vermont chef Christian Mayo. The menu boasts always-fresh ingredients from local farms plus native fish and game. 7 Minutes - 3.3 Mile Drive
Singleton's General Store
This is a great general store around the corner from the Castle that make sandwiches, sell beer and snacks! Would be a great option for lunch on Saturday. 3 Minute - 0.7 Mile Drive 15 Minute Walk - Be careful there are no sidewalks so do not recommend if it's dark!
The Hatchery
Looking for breakfast on Saturday morning? The Hatchery is your spot! Since 1978, The Hatchery has followed one simple mantra: Scratch-made breakfast & lunch all day, every day. Whether you’re looking for breakfast at noon, or a burger for breakfast, you’ll find it here! About: We use local ingredients in our in-house, scratch-made recipes wherever possible. Our menu features omelettes and sandwiches with Grafton Village cheddar cheese, and our Pure Vermont Maple Syrup comes from our friends at Lazy Acres Sugarhouse in Pittsford. We make our maple ice cream with Grade A Dark syrup, from Plew Farm in neighboring Mount Holly - NO fake maple color or flavoring! We also carry the full line of Vermont Maple Sriracha hot sauce 7 Minutes - 3.3 Mile Drive
Long Trail Brewing Company
A riverside, German-inspired brewery offering seasonal American food & handcrafted beer. 30 Minutes Drive- 20.7 miles
Plymouth Cheese
The Plymouth Cheese factory is one of the oldest cheese enterprises in the United States - producing high quality and distinctive artisan cheeses for over 124 years. The factory still occupies the same site and building as it did when it was started in 1890 by John Coolidge, father of Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States. 20 Minutes- 15 Miles Drive
Outdoor Activities
Echo Lake Plymouth State Park
Echo Lake is a great recreational site. It has a sandy beach, rental boats, a playground, wooded picnic areas, and a refreshment stand. They also have the Vista Trail that is a moderate hike. 15 Minutes - 10 Mile Drive
Okemo's Adventure Zone
The Adventure Zone in Ludlow includes a wide variety of fun activities for all ages, including the Timber Ripper Mountain Coaster, Haulback Challenge Course, Zipline Tours, Segway PT Tours, AMP Energy Big Air Bag, Miniature Golf, Bungee Trampoline, Disc Golf Course a climbing wall and more! 5 Minutes- 5 Mile Drive
Quechee Gorge
Known as “Vermont’s Little Grand Canyon,” this is one of New England’s most popular natural wonders. The gorge is 165 feet deep and is the deepest gorge in Vermont. It can be viewed from the US route 4 bridge and from trails on both sides of the gorge. 45 Minutes - 47 Mile Drive
Things to See
VINS Nature Center
The Vermont Institute of Natural Science is a nonprofit, environmental education, research and avian rehabilitation organization. They offer live bird programs, raptor enclosures, rehab in action, nature trails and much more. 45 Minutes - 47 Mile Drive
The Vermont Country Store Weston
Take a stroll down memory lane with toys from your childhood, rows of penny candy, delectable Vermont cheeses and much more. Lunch is available at the Bryant House Restaurant with a wide variety of homemade dishes. 20 Minute - 13 Mile Drive