7 Unique Vermont Hotels

If you’re a fan of craft brews, head to the 40-room Norwich Inn and experience Vermont’s tastiest beverages. The inn has an on-site brewery that’s perfect for a weekend getaway or an even longer stay. The bed and breakfast has intimate brewery tours on Thursdays (check-in Wednesday, check-out Friday) that are limited to six participants.

The hotel’s Vermont Brewery and Spirits package offers two nights lodging and a $25 dining credit per room that’s good for food and beverages during your stay. Guests receive a Welcome Beer Flight upon arrival at Jasper Murdock’s Alehouse and each participant gets a 22-ounce take-home Bomber of their choice. Each room also receives a block of signature Whistling Pig Ale cheddar cheese.

The package includes an informative and fun tour that visits Cabot Cheese and Vermont Spirits Distillery in nearby Quechee. The tour continues through several breweries, distilleries and stores in the area before returning to the inn for a 5 p.m. pint.

At the Trapp Family Lodge outside of Stowe, the hills are alive with adventure for families and groups of all ages. The lodge, inspired by “The Sound of Music,” offers a unique Bed, Bike and Brew experience package for adults in June through October that’s only as demanding as you make it.

Guests can grab a bike and take to the trails around Stowe. There are simple, easy runs for younger or older riders, or those who just want a leisurely cruise. If you’re looking to push the envelope, there’s plenty of that, too. The area’s steep mountains provide no shortage of thrills, twists and turns. In total, there’s more than 25 miles of awesome trails to explore.

Guests can get outfitted with a ride with the help of experts at the inn’s Outdoor Center. They’ll get you set up and answer any questions you have – and even provide a few trail recommendations. Most adult guests opt for the Mountain Bike Package that includes a full-day mountain bike rental, along with a helmet, snacks and one flight of refreshing Trapp Family Lager.

When it’s time to turn up the heat in your romantic relationship, plan a unique getaway to the Essex, Vermont’s Culinary Resort & Spa in Burlington. The beautiful resort has a renowned Cook Academy that’s second to none, getting guests behind the counter cooking it up under the tutelage of a world-class culinary team.

Romantic couples can chop, dice, sauté and prepare a three-course meal under the watchful eye of an executive chef who specializes in French cuisine and bread sciences. But the fun doesn’t stop there. Guests can sit back and enjoy an intimate and interactive meal crafted with the freshest local products.

This unique culinary package includes two nights’ accommodations at the resort and one Cook Academy class per person. Guests receive a $50 credit per person that can be used toward dinner at the inn’s popular restaurant, Junction. Breakfast can be enjoyed at The Tavern – guests receive a $16 daily credit for meals. Classes are small to ensure each student receives personalized instruction.

The Liberty Hill Farm Inn is all about farm, family and fun. This Vermont country inn exemplifies simple rural life bustling with activity. The working farm has about 270 Holstein milk cows as part of its award-winning herd. Guests who book a stay at the bed and breakfast can experience a taste of the country life by milking cows, bottle-feeding calves and cuddling with kittens.

At the farm, adults and children can get their hands a little dirty getting a taste of the country life. In addition to tending to the cattle, guests can fish for trout and salmon, ride bikes, go hiking, pick fresh berries off the vine, or tiptoe through wildflower fields. There’s also great swimming and fun tubing down the White River.

When it’s not about family and fun, it’s all about food. Good food and hearty laughter abound at the dining room table. With comfort food at its finest, guests can sit down to a bountiful country breakfast that’s both wholesome and homemade. The inn’s hearty dinners include homespun breads, fresh vegetables and salad, a main course and a fresh-baked dessert.

Rest, relaxation, rejuvenation. Peaceful Sterling Ridge in the mountains of Jeffersonville provides stunning mountain views, awesome biking and sightseeing, and a large pond with plenty of fun on the water. The hotel’s cabins are private and secluded with covered porches, fire pits and charcoal grills. When it’s time to sit back, grill and gaze at the sunset and stars, this is your spot.

At Sterling Ridge Resort, guests can choose from private studio or one-bedroom cabins or select a larger family cabin with two or three bedrooms. Residences have a warm, friendly atmosphere in a rustic setting with a modern twist: full kitchens, wood stoves, free Wi-Fi, cable TV and air conditioning.

Outside the resort, there’s lots to do. Guests can spend their days riding in a hot-air balloon, taking a hay rack ride, horseback riding, canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, zip lining and antiquing the many cool shops in the area.

If you’re seeking some big-city therapy on your next outing, head to the luxurious Hotel Vermont and make plans to explore sensational downtown Burlington. The stunning inn sits between the Church Street Marketplace and Waterfront Park and is the perfect jumping off point for discovering the region’s rich heritage and culture.

The beautiful hotel was crafted with reclaimed building materials from the region. The result is a comfy-yet-elegant inn with beautifully appointed rooms, useful common spaces, and all of today’s modern amenities that you’d expect at a modern resort.

When it’s time to eat, you don’t need to go far. The hotel has wonderful dining options under its roof. Guests can pick from local favorites Hen of Wood and the farm-to-table Juniper Bar and Restaurant.

The Rabbit Hill Inn in northern Vermont is the quintessential New England couple’s getaway. The 19-room bed and breakfast has a unique style that ranges from traditional country to contemporary. The hotel is a hit with couples who love to escape to the countryside. The hotel’s residences have gas fireplaces, lavish bathrooms with double whirlpool or hydro-massage tubs and oversized luxe spa showers.

The bed and breakfast sits on 15 acres of private land near St. Johnsbury and Littleton, both quaint towns worth a day’s adventure, and has easy access to the gorgeous White Mountains that provide unlimited outdoor activity for all seasons.

 The inn serves outstanding creative cuisine in a romantic atmosphere that’s perfect for couples looking to get a little closer. The setting is comfortable, private and unpretentious. The Snooty Fox Pub is a relaxed on-site bar that’s casual and serves a slew up of tasty beverages.