Miles Pond is a man-made lake in Essex County, Vermont that was built in 1900. The lake attracts vacationers looking to enjoy swimming, kayaking and fishing. Around the lake itself are many rental cabins but no hotels. The surrounding towns offer several hotels just a short drive away from Miles Pond.
The Wildflower Inn is just a 21-mile drive from Miles Pond, in Lyndonville. It is a multi-building hotel set in 570 acres of landscaped gardens. It is pet friendly, with some rooms designated for visitors with dogs. The Wildflower Inn has its own restaurant which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner using locally sourced produce. For those dining away from the Inn, local restaurants include Willy's restaurant, River Garden Cafe and The Pub Outback. Other than spending a day at Miles Pond, local attractions also include Hilltop Carriage Rides, Darling State Park and the Vermont Children's Theatre.
The Rabbit Hill Inn is located just over 14 miles from Miles Pond in Lower Waterford. The small hotel offers luxury accommodation and 15 acres of landscaped grounds for guests to walk around. The restaurant serves breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner daily, also offering guests the chance to take cooking classes with the chef. Dining options away from the hotel include Bailiwick's Fine Restaurant, Cantina Di Gerardo and Italian Oasis. Local points of interest include The Star Theatre, Franconia Notch State Park, Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway and Whale's Tale Water Park.
The Mountain View is located just over 19 miles from Miles Pond, in Whitfield. It is a large, luxury hotel and resort with 1,700 acres of grounds which offer the chance for a range of outdoor activities. Seasonal skiing is available, as is hiking, kayaking and horseback riding. The hotel also has tennis courts and an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel has two on-site restaurants which serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dining options away from Grand View include Spring House Chinese, Grandma's Kitchen and Sunny's House of Pizza. When not enjoying the activities at the hotel, other attractions include The Weathervane Theatre, Riverside Speedway and Mt. Washington Cog Railway.
The Hampton Inn is located just over 25 miles from Miles Pond, in Littleton. Located near local nature trails and outdoor activities, the hotel has an indoor heated pool, hot tub and fitness center, as well as a business suite with complimentary Wi-Fi. There is an Applebee's restaurant on-site, which offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Off-site restaurants include Ninety Nine Restaurant, Clam Shell and Asian Garden. Guests looking for nearby attractions can find The Colonial Theatre, Franconia Heritage Museum and Six Gun City Family Fun Park.
