Bed & Breakfast and Antique Shop
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The Old Brick Tavern
Bed & Breakfast and Antique Shop |
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| Townshend Common |
Welcome to the Old Brick Tavern in Townshend, Vermont in the center of scenic Southern Vermont.
Southern Vermont is a destination which offers sights and activities any time of the year. From visiting Vermont’s famous maple syrup production in the spring, enjoying the outstanding natural beauty of summer, taking in the foliage spectacular in autumn and suiting up to tackle the snow on skis or snow mobiles in the winter, there is something for everyone all year round.
Conveniently located right on Route 30, a main thoroughfare between Brattleboro and Manchester, the historic inn is within easy driving distance of many attractions and activities.
Southern Vermont attractions:
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| Townshend Lake |
Covered bridges: Windham County is blessed with an outstanding eleven covered bridge sites. Just one and a half miles from Townshend is the Scott covered bridge which has the longest single span in Vermont.
Farmers markets: Windham County is a great location for agricultural touring. You’ll find farm stands, farmers markets, pick-your-own farms and many other spots to enjoy the rich bounty of southern Vermont.
White water rafting: Enjoy white water rafting in April and September on the West River.
Art galleries: Southern Vermont is the home of countless art galleries, museums, art festivals and cultural centers. We’ll be pleased to assist you in finding galleries and shops in the area.
Antique shops & auctions: The Old Brick Tavern is literally surrounded by antique shops. Walk to some; drive to others. The choices are endless. And just over one mile away is the famous Townshend Auction Gallery which hosts great Saturday morning auctions almost all year round.
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| Scott Bridge |
Southern Vermont state parks: Emerald Lake State Park, Fort Dummer State Park, Jamaica State Park, Shaftsbury State Park, Molly Stark State Park, Townshend State Park, Woodford State Park.
Downhill ski areas: Ascutney Mountain Resort, Bromley Mountain, Magic Mountain, Mount Snow and Stratton Mountain Resort.
Cross country ski areas: Grafton Ponds, Viking Nordic Center, Stratton Mountain Nordic Center, Timber Creek XC Ski Area and Brattleboro Outing Club.
99 Things To Do Around Townshend, Vermont:
1. Enjoy a relaxing stroll around the common.
2. See the longest wooden-span covered bridge in Vermont, Scott Bridge.
3. Be amazed at the Harris Hill Ski Jump.
4. Drink some milk at the Strolling of the Heifers.
5. Seek out Townshend’s stone arch bridges.
6. Climb Stratton Mountain.
7. Visit Vermont Country Store in Weston.
8. Don’t miss the fall foliage.
9. Rent a raft and go white water rafting on the West River.
10. Visit Townshend Dam and Reservoir.
11. Go snow shoeing in Jamaica State Park.
12. Hike or drive to Ball Mountain dam.
13. Visit historic Brattleboro.
14. Step back in time at Grafton village.
15. Visit Robert Todd Lincoln’s home, Hildene.
16. Ride on the Green Mountain Railway.
17. Take a summer gondola ride.
18. Enjoy mountain biking (with hire) at Haystack Mountain.
19. Go cross-country skiing, showshoeing and tubing in winter or hiking, biking, canoeing, fishing and walking in summer and fall at Grafton Ponds.
20. Visit Putney Mountain Wine at Basketville.
21. Take a dip in the West River.
22. Visit a maple syrup house.
23. Take in countless art galleries.
24. Sip some suds at the micro-breweries in Brattleboro.
25. Do some kayaking and canoeing in the West River and the Connecticut River.
26. Visit the ONLY Round Schoolhouse in the country in Brookline.
27. Buy some fabric at the quilt shop in Chester.
28. Take a cruise on Harriman Reservoir.
29. Enjoy live theater at the Weston Playhouse Theater.
30. Enjoy the views from Hogback Mountain.
31. Visit the smallest hospital in Vermont, Grace Cottage Hospital.
32. Take a serious hike to Hamilton falls.
33. See some buffalo at the East Hill Bison Farm.
34. Enjoy countless events and activities and the spectacular views at Stratton Mountain.
35. Find a treasure at Townshend Auction Gallery.
36. Shop for goodies at the farmers market on Townshend common.
37. Pick strawberries at Dutton Berry Farm.
38. Visit Mount Snow for all sorts of festivals and events and outdoor activities.
39. See a moose!
40. Visit our National Historic sites.
41. Hike the Ledges Overlook Trail above Townshend Lake.
42. Go snowmobiling.
43. Attend the annual Pumpkin Festival on Townshend common.
44. Hear some tunes at the Grafton Music Festival.
45. Don’t miss the Open Studio Tour.
46. Take a cooking class.
47. Sit in the Best Seat in Vermont.
48. Sing along at the Roots on the River Festival.
49. Gawk at the classics at the Manchester Antique & Classic Car Show.
50. Take in the Wardsboro Fourth of July Weekend Art Show.
51. See a horse at the Vermont Summer Festival Horse Shows.
52. Attend the Newfane Art Show.
53. Join in the First Friday Gallery Walk in Brattleboro.
54. Be inspired at the Southern Vermont Art & Craft Fest at Hildene.
55. Get down! at the Mount Snow Blues Festival.
56. See the Em “Body” Art Exhibition in Brattleboro Storefronts and Auction Gala.
57. Spruce up your step dancing at the Bennington Irish Musical Festival.
58. Be entertained by the Puppets in the Green Mountians.
59. Join the Town of Dover Bicentennial celebration.
60. Read along at the Brattleboro Literary Festival.
61. Visit outstanding exhibitions at the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center.
62. Tickle the ivories at the Estey Organ Museum in Brattleboro.
63. Learn more about our world at The Nature Museum at Grafton.
64. Visit the Robert Frost Stone House Museum.
65. Travel the back roads on the Putney Craft Tour.
66. Explore Windham County and more on the Vermont Open Studio Weekend.
67. Eat your heart out at the Taste of the Deerfield Valley.
68. Discover the display of fine art at the Exhibition at Grafton.
69. Have some fun at Grace Cottage Fair Day.
70. Tap your toes at the Yellow Barn Music Festival.
71. Hear master classical artists at the Marlboro Music Festival.
72. Take in a play at the New England Youth Theater.
73. Find a treasure at the Newfane Flea Market
74. Go antiquing! Start in our shop!
75. Chocolate! Chocolate! Chocolate! at Burdick’s.
76. Watch handcrafted cheese in production at Grafton Village Cheese company.
77. Take a trip along the Vermont Cheese Trail.
78. Whoop it up at the Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival.
79. Go for a sleigh ride and see some magnificent horses at Friesians of Majesty.
80. Hike the trails in Townshend State Park.
81. See some great films at the Women’s Film Festival in Brattleboro.
82. Sunbathe on the beach at Townshend Reservoir.
83. Spectate or participate in the Winter Dew Tour at Mount Snow.
84. Pick some blueberries.
85. Go ice fishing at Brattleboro Retreat.
86. Hear some great live music every Saturday night at Rick’s Tavern.
87. Shop till you drop in the outlet stores of Manchester.
88. Taste some wine at Honora Winery & Vineyard.
89. Watch for hawks on Putney Mountain.
90. Bring your bike for the Tour de Grace.
91. Taste some apples at the Annual Apple Pie Festival in Dummerston.
92. Relax in a wicker chair and enjoy the slowed-down pace of southern Vermont
93. Stroll the easy path to Pikes Falls in Jamaica.
94. Take an artful workshop.
95. Sip some wine at the Vermont Life Wine & Harvest Festival.
96. Test your stamina along Vermont’s Long Trail.
97. Explore the very old Oakwood Cemetery in Townshend.
98. Climb Equinox Mountain.
99. Buy a teddy bear at Mary Meyer.
The Old Brick Tavern, P.O. Box 568, Townshend, Vermont 05353
For more information e-mail us at taverninvermont@gmail.com
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