Merck Forest - for an easy walk with great views, check out Merck Forest, 3,500 acres of beautiful Vermont scenery. Located just beyond Dorset in Rupert, Vermont.

Bromley Mountain - for a moderate hike with views of Stratton Mountain, park at the base of Bromley Mountain for a scenic hike (typically about an hour from the base).

Mount Equinox Skyline Drive - an unforgettable scenic drive to the summit of the highest peak in the Taconic Range. From historic Route 7A between Manchester and Arlington, Vermont, Skyline Drive — the longest privately owned, paved toll road in the United States — ascends 3,248 feet over 5.2 miles to the top of Mount Equinox.

The Vermont Country Store - Located in nearby Weston, VT, the Vermont Country Store offers a wide range of unique and classic New England products. Going here is like going back in time.

The Northshire Bookstore - Located in downtown Manchester, Courtney and Andrew have spent hours here shopping for books and goodies.

The Dorset Farmers Market - Located at H.N Williams General Store on Sundays from 10-2PM. Courtney and Andrew never miss a Sunday. Check out Earth, Sky, Thyme for great sourdough.

Southern Vermont Arts Council- Located in Manchester, explore a sprawling, recently renovated art gallery. Curate Cafe is great for brunch!

Hildene - Historic, picturesque estate of Robert Todd Lincoln.

The Orvis Flagship Store - A premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

American Museum of Fly Fishing - Celebrates the rich history and conservation of fly fishing.

The Manchester area has two excellent public golf courses:

The Golf Club at the Equinox - This scenic 1927 Walter Travis design will test a player's ability to hit a variety of shots to well-manicured, undulating greens. This Par 71, 6,423 yard Vermont gem is consistently rated one of the top courses in the state.

Stratton Mountain Golf - Golf Digest describes it as one of the top resort courses in New England with three distinct nine hole layouts, giving you 27 reasons to play Stratton.

Some of our favorite spots to grab a bite to eat:

Charlie's Coffee House - We recommend the Maple Latte!

Lost Marble Brewery - Located next to the Hampton Inn, brand new to town brewing great beer and bar bites.

The Works Bakery & Cafe - Great breakfast sandwiches and bowls.

Al Ducci's Italian Pantry - A variety of Italian favorites

Zoey's Deli & Bakery - Great for a sandwich on the go.

The Crooked Ram - Our favorite casual outdoor yard experience.

Mystico Cucina Italiana - A great lunch & dinner spot with homemade pasta

Lola Mediterranean Woodfire - A great spot for pizza and mediterranean bites.

Road Runner - Courtney's favorite spot in town, be sure to try the Fried Chicken Sandwich

Ben & Jerry's - A Vermont favorite!

The Dorset Inn - Great brunch in a historic inn.

H.N. Williams Store - A great general store with food and local offerings.

Dorset Union Store - Andrew's favorite egg sandwich!

The Equinox Resort has a fantastic Spa offering massages, facials & nail treatments. Appointments are required in advance.

For hair services, Stellas Salon Plus in Manchester and Hygge Spa in Dorset are great salons.

Appointments are required in advance for these locations (recommended 2 months prior to book).