Nicole & Ethan
Things To Do
Stratton Mountain
Our favorite summer activity is hiking up the mountain below the ski lifts! Bring plenty of water and you'll be rewarded at the end with lawn games and a hot dog truck. Most summer Saturdays there is morning yoga at the summit which is a wonderful way to start the day.
Bromley Mountain Adventure Park
The alpine slides are a perfect, silly summer activity. You can find Ethan going very fast and Nicole crawling down yet screaming.
Northshire Bookstore
We love to wander the stacks in this charming local bookstore. Grab a cup of coffee and pick up a new summer read.
Southern Vermont Arts Center
Rotating exhibitions situated in a beautiful forest setting. We love to bring Teddy here for a casual afternoon.
Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home
Beautiful grounds and a historic home. They host garden walking tours each day throughout the summer.
The Golf Club at The Equinox
Stunning golf course with an 18th green approach shot that feels like you're at Augusta.
Equinox Mountain
Beautiful (and plentiful) hiking trails that are easy to access.
Dorset Marble Quarry
Beautiful quarry filled with fresh, clean water. Lots of cliffs to jump from.
The Silver Fork
Nicole and Ethan's favorite restaurant! It is run by a friendly husband and wife duo. They recently moved from a 6-table location to a converted historic library, and the food continues to amaze. We recommend the maple duck, crab cakes, and spaghetti squash. The lavender pear is unmissable! You will need advance reservations and its an easy walk from Equinox.
Ye Olde Tavern
Delicious comfort food in a cozy setting. Nicole loves the Roast Tom Turkey and Ethan recommends the Crispy Duck.
The Crooked Ram
Cool wine and craft beer spot with small plates where the three of us like to hang on a sunny afternoon. They know their wine and beer and the cheese boards are a fun addition.
The Copper Grouse
A quick walk from Equinox, the Copper Grouse is a great spot at the Taconic. We recommend sitting on the patio and starting with the chips and dip (with duck)! Nicole loves the halibut and Ethan is a fan of whatever the wagyu special is that day.
Honeypie
Basically a local shake shack that doesn’t give you a belly ache. Nicole loves the Bring It with kimchi and Ethan loves the Vermont as Funk. It’s a ten minute drive from Stratton. Can’t plan a better day than a hike followed by a big burger.
Zoey's Deli
The sandwiches here are unbeatable! Nicole loves The Club and Ethan recommends The Rachel with pastrami.
Up For Breakfast
Comfort food breakfast in a cozy second story nook. Don't underestimate the turkey hash!
Mother Myrick's Confectionery
Try the lemon lulu and buttercrunch!
Bonnet & Main Café
A great choice for a low key breakfast or lunch on the corner of, you guessed it, Bonnet and Main. The sandwiches are always great!
Union Underground
Casual pub for a pint along a quaint pond.
Spiral scoops
Go to Scoops and grab a summertime favorite while you stroll Manchester Village. Nicole loves a classic Wilcox vanilla.
Orvis
We love to bring Teddy and let him choose a new toy.