Keene Pumpkin Festival in Keene, New Hampshire

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Keene Pumpkin Festival in Keene, New Hampshire

The Keene Pumpkin Festival in Keene, New Hampshire is the kind of event you have to see to believe. Last year the total pumpkin count was 25,644.

Category : Fall Activities / October Events

Tubing in Vermont

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Tubing in Vermont

I am all about spending a sunny summer day outside as you can see from the video above.  One of my favorite leisurely outdoor activities is tubing on the West River in Southern Vermont.  The best part is the tube rental and the river are located very close to our Bed and Breakfast.  The West [...]

Category : August Events / July Events / Summer Activities

Brattleboro Farmers Market

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Brattleboro Farmers Market

There is a movement across America to begin purchasing products that are made locally.  Whole Foods, food cooperatives and local grocers have gained serious popularity in the last few years. I think people are moving this direction for several reasons.  One reason is certainly the recent contamination scares from imported produce.  This year it was [...]

Category : Fall Activities / Spring Activities / Summer Activities

Dutton Berry Farm Newfane, VT

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Dutton Berry Farm Newfane, VT

Dutton Berry Farm has three locations in Southern Vermont.  They sell a wide variety of wonderful fresh fruits, vegetables, homemade fudge and jams.  Some even have a full bakery with homemade soups.  Last year we even get our Inns Christmas Tree there. Of course, Dutton Berry Farm still has plenty of berry’s – which of [...]

Category : Summer Activities / Year Round Activities

Hiking Mt. Wantastiquet in Hinsdale, NH

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Hiking Mt. Wantastiquet in Hinsdale, NH

Mt. Wantastiquet in Hinsdale, NH is just a short walk from downtown Brattleboro, VT and  is one of our favorite simple hikes.  It’s easily walkable from our Vermont B&B, and offers 3 great choices for hiking. Start by walking downtown and crossing the steel bridge into New Hampshire.  Make the first left and follow that [...]

Category : Fall Activities / Spring Activities / Summer Activities

Marlboro Music Festival – Marlboro Vermont

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Marlboro Music Festival – Marlboro Vermont

Marlboro Music Festival is located in Marlboro, Vermont (only a short 15 minutes from our B&B, Forty Putney Road).  Marlboro Music Festival is an amazing group of concerts held throughout July and August.  Marlboro Music has gained world-wide acclaim as an institution devoted to fostering artistic excellence and grooming new musical leaders who illuminate all [...]

Category : August Events / July Events / News at the Inn / Summer Activities

Vermont Days – Free Hiking, Fishing, and Museums

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Looking for a reason (or excuse!) to get outside this weekend?  Check out Vermont Days, June 13 & 14, 2009. Vermont Days offer free admission to all State Parks, Forests, and State owned Historic Sites.  This means you can take advantage of some free hiking (not that we mind the normal $4 or so, which [...]

Category : June Events / Summer Activities

Yellow Barn Music School and Festival – Putney, Vermont

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Yellow Barn Music School and Festival – Putney, Vermont

The Yellow Barn Music School and Festival, is an internationally known chamber music professional school and concert located in Putney, Vermont. Join them this year, 2010, for their 41st Anniversary season. Yellow Barn provides a supportive, noncompetitive and challenging learning environment. They offer an inspiring five-week study and performance experience for advanced students and young [...]

Category : July Events / June Events / News at the Inn / Summer Activities

Brattleboro Kicks Off Spring with Sidewalk Sale and More…

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Brattleboro Kicks Off Spring with Sidewalk Sale and More…

Many folks do not think of Vermont as a spring destination, but it is actually a great time of year to visit Brattleboro.  Brattleboro kicks off the Spring season right with Gallery Walk, Sidewalk Sales, Farmers Market, Live Music, Live Entertainment and don’t forget all of the beautiful flowers in bloom! Check out our list [...]

Category : May Events / Spring Activities

Chesterfield Gorge – Chesterfield, NH

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Chesterfield Gorge – Chesterfield, NH

The Chesterfield Gorge in Chesterfield, New Hampshire is the perfect location to take an easy hike with beautiful views.  This stroll through the woods along the Chesterfield Gorge is serene.  Surrounded by the beauty of nature and the sound of rolling water this is a relaxing way to spend an hour.  This is one of [...]

Category : Fall Activities / Spring Activities / Summer Activities