Quechee Gorge is more than a massive gorge in Vermont!! There are shops to peruse and other attractions. The hike down the gorge is also highly recommended and accessible for everyone.
For some amazing smoked meats and cheese visit Green Mountain Smoke Shop! Amanda and I visit several times when we are in the area and have always brought tons home with us.
Go for a hike on one of the many trails right in the back yard of Mount Ascuntey Holiday Inn Resort. There are several different trail systems which run throughout the area. Many trail heads are on the resort property and easy accessible. The resort concierge will be able to provide retail maps and further information on the trails.
If you are interested in mountain biking Mount Ascuntey is set up for it! The majority of the trails are for mountain biking, so strap your bike to the car rack and head up north for some riding!
The escort has a great frisbee gold course, so get a set of discs and yuck the B!
Harpoon Brewery is a great place to go to grab some food and sample some of Vermont style beers and ciders. Outdoor and indoor dining is available. We have eaten here each time we’ve been in the area and have never been disappointed. They also give tours of the brewery, which we have not done, but have heard is a good time.
Charles Bronson is buried in West Windsor, VT. It is worth a stop, which we have done. The view from his cemetery plot is amazing. the cemetery contains many old graves and is worth a walk about if you have the time. Take a seat on the bench located at Mr. Bronson’s grave and enjoy the beautiful view of Mt. Ascutney.
Woodstock is a very cool town to spend an afternoon shopping and eating. There is a great down town with shops and restaurants.
Dartmouth College is a beautiful campus right over the border from the resort in New Hampshire. The area around the school has great shopping and restaurants. It is worth the forty five minute drive.