Rachel & Michael
Things To Do
Mountain Top Inn & Resort
With 700 private acres perched at the top of a quiet mountain road, a picturesque lake, miles of trails, and a full host of activities, there are plenty of things to do at the Mountain Top Inn. Enjoy the heated outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, full service spa and salon, sauna and fitness center. Or head down to the lakefront for swimming, canoeing, kayaking and paddle-boarding. If you're feeling competitive, check out the disc golf, tennis and sand volleyball courts, or go fishing, hiking or horseback riding. The Mountain Top also offers a restaurant (serving breakfast and dinner) and tavern (serving lunch and drinks) on property, both centrally located in the main lodge.
Killington Ski Resort
You may have skied Killington in the winter, but there's lots going on at the Mountain all summer long, too! From ziplining to alpine tubing to gondola rides, Killington offers tons of action-packed activities for kids and adults alike. Or, kick back and lounge by the pool, book an appointment at the spa, or play a leisurely round of golf at the 18-hole championship course. Killington also features a number of year-round restaurants onsite, including Preston’s at the Grand Hotel (serving breakfast and dinner), and the Clubhouse Grill (serving lunch) across the street on the Killington Golf Course.
Long Trail Brewery
Long Trail Brewery offers a seasonally rotating menu featuring locally-sourced ingredients and beer fresh from the source. With a deck overlooking the Ottauquechee River, this is a great spot to spend the afternoon, grab lunch, and try one (or all!) of the ales on tap, brewed exclusively for the pub.
Sugar & Spice
Just a 15 minute drive down the hill from the Mountain Top, this classic Vermont spot serves all-day breakfast in a rustic, working sugar house. Stock up on maple goodies at the gift shop, and be sure to try Rachel and Mike's favorite items on the menu — the sugar & spice and pumpkin pancakes!
The Foundry at Summit Pond
This local favorite is a great spot for late lunch or dinner. Overlooking Summit Pond, The Foundry offers delicious food and live music. Their cocktail menu includes a Mike-approved Manhattan, and you can even order "tableside s’mores," complete with a flame to roast your marshmallow for dessert!
Roots the Restaurant
If you're looking for a spot to grab dinner or drinks in Rutland, Roots offers an eclectic farm-to-table menu. They have a tent with outdoor seating, and plenty of room indoors as well — including a large bar area serving up inventive cocktails.
Town of Middlebury
Rachel's hometown is just 45 minutes north of Chittenden! Home to Middlebury College and lots of charming restaurants and shops, be sure to make the trip if you have time. Favorite locally owned and operated restaurants include Fire & Ice (opt for their famous salad bar, and don't miss the Monument Farms chocolate milk on tap!) and Two Brothers Tavern. On Main Street, stop into Sweet Cecily for Vermont-made treasures and souvenirs.
Town of Woodstock
Woodstock, VT is a quintessential New England town just down the road (okay, that's by Vermont standards — it's 30 minutes) from Killington. The picturesque Main Street is full of local shops, restaurants and places to explore; be sure to stop by FH Gillingham & Sons, a general store that first opened in 1886, and the Woodstock Farmers Market for great local flavors. Worthy Kitchen has the best burgers in town, and Billings Farm & Museum is a fully-operational dairy farm and a great place to bring the kids!