It may come as a surprise that I have never stepped foot in Vermont. It’s kind of silly, really, since it’s so close to the New York state border, and I went to college in Albany, NY, which is just a hop, skip, and a jump away. And then there’s obviously the whole crunchy granola girl who lives within me and aches to be among her people.
This past Saturday, my friend picked me up and we made our way to Bennington to get away from the bright lights and big city. It was the perfect fall day for a drive and we watched the sunset orange, crisp apple red, and gold leaves sway in the breeze. We got a bit lost on our way to the bed and breakfast and pulled in to a small dirt road. “You here for the puppies?” someone asked. We weren’t but there was no way we could say no. Though I still hurt from losing my faithful companion Linus just a few weeks ago, I found great comfort in holding a sweet, week-old warm puppy to the heart. Sadly we had to leave them all behind and continued our journey.
We stayed at Meadowood Farm, a very affordable and adorable bed and breakfast, and one I would highly recommend to anyone traveling to this particular part of Vermont. Clifford and Donna are gracious hosts and made our stay as enjoyable as possible. They have three dogs of their own and were extremely helpful with restaurant suggestions and things to do around town. Also, that breakfast spread was one of the best I’ve ever had: scones, poached pears, eggs cooked any which way we liked (I had a mushroom and spinach omelette and even got to pick the eggs that morning!), coffee, and fresh orange juice.
In a brief 24-hour stay, Karen and I accomplished quite a bit. We went for a nice walk around a lake, stopped in many local antique stores, and took in the sweet Vermont air, a treat for two girls just out of New York. My favorite part of the trip was when we went horseback riding (a first for us both). I was assigned to Sunshine, a sweet horse with a terrible case of ADD, but I couldn’t help but laugh because it seemed perfect we were paired together. I don’t like to always do as I’m told either. We ended our trip by nearly getting lost in a corn maze (the largest on the east coast and in the shape of the Wizard of Oz!).
And I even found some time to do a bit of this:
All in all, it was a fantastic getaway and one that did wonders for the mind, body, and soul. I can’t wait to return.
I was not compensated for this post and all opinions herein are entirely my own. I just think you should all check out this adorable B&B next time you are in the area!
Sounds like so much fun! I have to look into doing this for sure. Although, I might end up with a Puppy. 😀
Charlotte; Thank you so much for your comments. You and Karen were wonderful guests. Cliff and I are glad that you had a great Vermont get-away! We’re looking forward to your next visit with us.
Now I want a spinach and mushroom omelette!
Hooray for a fab weekend away – and I just love all the fall foliage.
Your photo on the tracks is kick ass. You need to frame that and put it on your desk those stressful work days!
It looks wonderful! We have a bed and breakfast across the street from us and they do a fairly good share of business. I always feel so bad for those who stay there because we’re the neighbors. One of these days I’ll make it across the US to stay in a B&B in Vermont if it’s the last thing I do!
Since it looks just like that around here, in central PA, can I just skip it and say that you look good in that color of green? If you want, you can write to me and let me know to stick to the topic next time, okay?
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Kyoot!
Looks like such an idyllic weekend getaway! Each photo is so beautiful! Glad you fed your spirit! xoxoxo
Wow, you didn’t find time to go up in the Monument? Spectacular view of three states from up there. I was born in Bennington, grew up just across the border in Hoosick Falls, NY, though I live six hours from there now. It is a very nice little corner of the USA!!
Wonderful. It look like a gorgeous trip. Fall is a little magical in its own right, isn’t it?
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What a wonderful get away for you! I love all of the pictures, thanks so much for sharing them with us!
Looks like a relaxing getaway!
I can’t believe you’d never been before! Although, I’ve never been without going skiing, so I guess I can’t criticize, because it never looked like that when I went and I always went straight to the slopes and back!
I reeeeaaaallllllyyyyy need a getaway right now, badly. Something like this would be amazing.
That sounds like such a great getaway. I wanna go!
I LOVE Vermont! I can’t wait to visit again someday. Your trip looks heavenly!
Maybe I can convince Ben to go here as a Christmas gift!
What an awesome getaway, totally my kind of trip. I always get the unruly horse too. I wonder what that says about me?
Spinach and mushroom omelette – oh my! Looks like a fabulous time!!!
Hi. Stopping by from SITS. I’m following your blog now. Vermont is really nice. My sister went to college there & she lived there for a long time.
Happy Halloween!
I haven’t been up there since I was in my teens. Such a great change of pace! Love your green peacoat btw.
Looks like a fun, relaxing time. I visited Vermont for the first time a year and a half ago when my son was going to Circus camp – it was soooo nice. If only it didn’t get brutally cold during the winters. Did you check out the Ben & Jerry’s factory. That was our first and most important stop 😀