The
Mad River Valley and The Pitcher Inn by Norm Goldman A few
energizing September days vacationing in Vermont’s Mad
River Valley were sufficient to convince us why the rural character
of this beautiful corner of the earth is a source of pride as
well as a romantic inspiration for its many visitors. No wonder
the area attracts a loyal legion of outdoor buffs who not only
enjoy super skiing, hiking, fishing and golfing, but also the
best that nature has to offer.
The
1811 House’s Manchester Village, Vermont by Norm Goldman
Travelers familiar with Vermont have often associated the charming
town of Manchester Center with iron mines, marble mills, and
more recently, the brand name outlet shops. They also are aware
that adjacent to Manchester Center, where the marble sidewalks
begin and end, is Manchester Village, once popular as a summer
retreat for the rich and famous with its elegant mansions and
manicured lawns.
Smugglers'
Notch, Vermont by Norm Goldman Just driving along The Smuggler's
Notch Scenic Highway and observing the misty light filtering
through the trees is sufficient to beckon you to park your car
and meander about. For nature lovers and artists, this truly
is a treasure. If there were such a place as heaven on earth,
Smugglers would qualify.
The
Inn At Sawmill Farm, West Dover, Vermont by Norm Goldman
Converting an 18th century barn and its outbuildings into a
first class romantic inn, while keeping the original hand- hewn
posts and weathered boards in tact is no easy task. And that
is precisely the miraculous feat Rodney Williams and his wife
Ione performed when [more]
Woodstock,
Vermont and the Woodstock Inn & Resort by Norm Goldman
The resort is a première stop for that long sought after
romantic weekend, the picture perfect wedding reception or the
popular phenomena- “the weddingmoon”, where couples
not only celebrate their wedding at a particular venue but also
honeymoon there. [more]
Blueberry
Hill Inn--An Unforgettable Experience by Norm Goldman This
area of Vermont is home to Romance Mountain, located in the
Green Mountain National Forest, and identified by the Wilderness
Society in 2000 as one of the top ten spots across the USA for
romantic activities, a place where cell phones, television and
all of the other paraphernalia of modern technology can be left
at home.
Kedron
Valley Inn, South Woodstock, Vermont
The
Brass Lantern Inn, Stowe, Vermont
