June 27th, 2008 @ Amy Brady // 3 Comments

We are happy to welcome the new Grafton Cheese Factory and country store here to Brattleboro.  As you would expect, this new state of the art facility has a viewing gallery where you can watch the process of cheese making through the large display window on the second floor.  What you may be surprised to find however is that the first floor is a wonderful place to literally get a taste of Vermont.  Not only will you find delicious Grafton Cheeses, you will also find about 60 other Vermont and Imported cheeses in a variety of styles.  Lactose intolerant?  No worries – Grafton Cheese Company is also fully stocked with other local and Vermont products.  You will find Mocha Joe’s Coffee, Side Hill Farms Jams, Vermont Smoke and Cure Meats, Maple Syrup and more Maple Syrup, Vermont Chocolates, Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream…and more (and more and more).  My favorite part of course is the sample bar.  I love to sample good food before I purchase it.  One final unique touch, a wide selection of fine wines, displayed and organized by cheese pairings.  Educational and delicious!

For the kids and animal lovers of all ages out there you enjoy the Retreat Petting farm which is located just out front.  This is a must stop if you are visiting or driving through Brattleboro.  Conviniently located just around the corner from our Vermont Bed and Breakfast, on Route 30 opposite the Retreat Meadow.

Tags: Brattleboro, Cheese, Country Store, Dairy, Grafton, Southern Vermont, Vermont Products