Explore & Enjoy
Equinox Pond
Great place to go for a walk Saturday morning! You can park at the red gate trail (address provided above) and its a short 3/4 mile walk to the pond.
Equinox Mountain
Down for adventure? The Blue Summit Trail is a 6.2-mile round trip with a nearly 3,000-foot climb to breathtaking summit views. Don't feel like hiking and still want the view? Pay to drive you own car up to top on skyline drive! This road takes you to a parking lot and visitor center right at the summit! Address to the access road: 42 Skyline Dr, Arlington, VT 05250.
Hazel & Bee Organics
Our favorite apothecary! Amazing natural scented candles and soaps. Mol's rec: Truly any candle + Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub (THE BEST!)
Zippy Chicks
Molly's favorite place to shop in Manchester! A woman's clothing consignment shop down town right next to Hazel & Bee! If you're a Free People fan, they have a sneaky good selection!
Northshire Bookstore
For book lovers and gift seekers, this is a must-visit. This charming and cozy downtown gem is the kind of place you could happily get lost in for hours!
The Crooked Ram
The best latte and pastry in town. Perfect place for brunch or dinner Friday night with amazing wood-fired pizza, charcuterie, and natural wine! Our go-tos: Coffee: Kev - Iced Maple Oat Latte | Mol - Iced Lavender Oat Latte
Mystic Restaurant & Wine Bar
A nice Italian spot right downtown, serving up lunch and dinner with warm, rustic vibes!
Barrows House Inn & Restaurant
Great place to grab dinner Friday night in Dorset village. The food is always amazing, and this is the go-to spot for fun dessert martinis!
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[Restaurant & Beer Garden] BRONWYN on Battenkill
Just 10 minutes from Manchester Center, this fantastic spot is perfect for dinner or an afternoon drink. Set along the Battenkill River, it features two biergartens with stunning mountain views. Don’t miss their impressive selection of German and Vermont craft beers—or the pork schnitzel that famously beat Bobby Flay! We’re obsessed—they have locations in both Vermont and Boston. Cheers!
curATE café at Southern Vermont Arts Center
Head to CurATE the morning after welcome drinks for a delicious brunch! Located in the Southern Vermont Arts Center, it’s such a charming spot to enjoy great food surrounded by art. This arts center not only has galleries, but also a sculpture park you can explore! FYI - Reservations are required for brunch!
Up For Breakfast
Great little breakfast spot downtown with standard breakfast fair. Kev's stands by their homemade corned beef hash!
Dutton Farmstand
Summer means ice cream time! If you love soft serve, don’t miss the maple creemees here (peep Molly’s pic above!). This adorable farm market also features local fruits and veggies, cheese, baked goods (massive cookies) and, of course, maple syrup.
H N Williams Store
Great place to shop for local Vermont goods. They also have breakfast sandwiches & lunch!
RoadRunner
Fast casual spot with good sandwiches for a quick lunch!
Dorset Farmers Market
Great little farmers market open 10-2 on Sunday. We recommend stopping on your way out of town.
Bromley Mountain
15 mins from Manchester Center! Bromley Mountain Adventure Park: If you’re up for a little thrill, try Bromley Mountain’s alpine slide—one of the longest in the world! For a more laid-back vibe, hop on a scenic chairlift ride and soak in the mountain views. Johnny Seesaws: Grab some beers and bites at this cozy lodge at the base of Bromley Mountain, serving wood-fired pizza, s'mores, and drinks! Bromley Market: If you're craving a breakfast sandwich, this is the spot. They're huge and absolutely delicious!