Wilmington, Vermont may be close to Mount Snow, but the area offers opportunities for all weather. Along with skiing and snowshoeing, Wilmington's mountains and trails offer hiking, fishing and biking. The town also has galleries, local produce and syrup stands and tours of the changing fall colors. When planning your trip to Wilmington, book an in-town locally-run hotel, located near the town's attractions.
Select from 28 rooms at The Crafts Inn, a National Historic Society register property. Each offers a single queen-sized bed, separate living area, sleeper sofa, free wireless Internet access and full kitchen, including refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, dishes and serving utensils. The Crafts Inn does not have air conditioning. Nonsmoking rooms are available. Take advantage of the Inn's indoor pool, hot tub, saunas, grills, lobby computer and racquetball court (equipment available from the hotel's front desk).
A room at The Crafts Inn puts you a short drive from local attractions such as the Gaines and Adams Family Farms, the Abraham Lincoln Family Home, Honora Wineyard and the Bennington Museum, with the world's largest collection of Grandma Moses art and memorabilia. Winter sports enthusiasts may appreciate the Inn's six-mile proximity to the Mount Snow ski, tubing and snowshoeing trails. For local dining, try options such as The Vermont House, Gregory's Restaurant, Two Tannery Road Restaurant and Dover Forge Restaurant. The Crafts Inn does not accept pets.
The Crafts Inn
10 W. Main St.
Wilmington, VT 05363
866-945-7278
craftsinn.com
Outdoor enthusiasts may want to check in at the Horizon Inn, located close to the Mount Snow, Bromley and Okemo mountains and trails. All 27 rooms offer free wireless Internet access. Guests may request smoking or nonsmoking rooms. Facilities on site include an indoor heated pool, sauna, whirlpool, fitness room, game room and a small restaurant. You can get a package deal, including three meals a day, tickets to local attractions and a dedicated tour guide.
Golfers will find five PGA championship golf courses a short drive from the hotel, including the Brattleboro Country Club, Haystack and the Original Golf School at Mount Snow. Try hiking at Molly Stark State Mark, Haystack Mountain or the Somerset Reservoir. The Horizon Inn is also close to attractions such as the Memorial Center of the Arts, Marlboro Music Festival, the annual Harriman Ice Fishing Derby and bonfires at Adams Farm. Local eateries include the Red Shutter Inn, Maple Leaf Malt & Brewing Company and Dot's Restaurant. Pets are not permitted.
Horizon Inn
861 Route 9 E.
Molly Start Trail
Wilmington, VT 05363
800-336-5513
horizoninn.com
The Vintage Motel offers 17 motel rooms with a variety of styles, including standard hotel units with double beds, rooms with two double beds and a refrigerator, and a suite, with two rooms, fireplace, refrigerator, three double beds, microwave and DVD player. All units include free wireless high speed Internet access. You may request a nonsmoking unit. The motel serves free continental breakfast on weekends and weekday holidays. Pets are permitted in three rooms at The Vintage Motel; a per-pet surcharge will be added.
Unwind after a day in Wilmington at the motel's picnic tables and grills. The motel also offers a play area, fishing and ride-on access to mountain biking and hiking trails. Winter guests may also cross-country ski, ice-skate, snowmobile and showshoe on the motel's grounds. The Vintage Motel is less than a mile from Lake Whitingtham, five miles from the Haystack ski area and a short trip from Art on the Mountain, the Wilmington Historical Society and the Hermitage Inn Art Gallery. Local nearby eateries include Le Petit Chef, Anchor Seafood Restaurant and North Star Pizza.
The Vintage Motel
195 Route 9 W.
Wilmington, VT 05363
800-899-9660
vintagemotel.net
