Middlebury, VT has a historic downtown area right near Otter Creek. The website link takes you to all of the sights and attractions around Middlebury.
Woodchuck Cider's Cider House is in Middlebury, VT. They have 20 Ciders on tap, some that are not available in stores! They do not have a kitchen, but serve charcuterie plates and you can bring your own food as well.
Haymaker Bun Co. is the best place to get coffee or pastries in Middlebury. They close by 2pm but have some good lunch options, too!