1911 Laura Ingalls Wilder
"There is a movement in the United States today, wide-spread and very far reaching in its consequences. People are seeking after a freer, healthier, happier life. They are tired of the noise and dirt, bad air and crowds of the cities and are turning longing eyes toward the green slopes, wooded hills, pure running water and health giving breezes of the country."
We took a little trip to the country... Vermont.
Just two hours away.
Just one night at an inn.
Just what we needed.
Love this place so much! It's a step back in time. Here is a link to my instagram - click on Vermont in the saved stories at the top to see a few clips from inside)
We ate lunch right next door at Mildred's Grill. So so good!
Preserved just as it was... a step back in time.
With all the right music playing too.
After, we drove to this amazing Vermont State Park - and oh my goodness, it took our breath away. We took in the views by the lake and walked a bit on the trails. The woods smelled like hemlock, a breath of fresh air (the saying) must have been invented here.
Time to check into the
Fullerton Inn in
Chester, VermontI have a love for Hallmark Christmas movies that take place in cozy towns. This inn was in
this movie.
Don't you love a peek into little inns? I always take a few pictures because the girls always love to look back at where we've stayed over the years.
Very clean, spacious, lovely little sitting part.
Loved this little table in the bathroom.
This was the girls room - since Inns aren't like hotels we decided to get the girls their own sweet room (this one had light blue walls and the prettiest white bead spreads.
Time for dinner - served on the porch - overlooking the town green.
We were about to say, "no thankyou" like we always do for dessert... until... she told us the pies were made in the pie shop just a few doors away... I just had to see these pies. And they did not disappoint.
After dinner we explored the grounds a bit before cozying in our rooms.
The inn served a lovely continental breakfast... and I wish I had a picture of it. Beautiful muffins, fruit, and oatmeal. Hot tea... so glad for the tea! And we ate on the porch again.
And just like the day before, we shopped for the rest of the morning - this time in all of the quaint Chester shops.
We loved this bookstore.
Creaky floors, I loved this little bookstore that had the 'shop around the corner' feel.
Loved the charming candy shoppe
... and so many other little stores. After all of this it was time to check out of the inn.
On our way out of town we stopped at an antique store (I'll have to take a few pictures of the things I brought home with me) and lunch here and the "Country Girl Diner"
And with a bit of relaxation in us, we headed home. Time to get ready for Anna's graduation party!
From the most Charming Towns to visit in New England:
If you're looking for an authentic Vermont rural experience, look no further than blissfully uncrowded Chester. It's located on the slopes of the Green Mountains, with the Williams River passing through. In Chester, you'll find charming inns, stone houses, quaint churches, swimming holes, covered bridges, and farm to table restaurants
Chester is best known for its Stone Village and Chester Village Historic Districts. The Stone Village derives its name from the plethora of granite houses in the area. Chester Village gives off a classic Federal and Colonial aesthetic.
Chester is also home to cute boutiques, antique shops, art galleries, and some fabulous restaurants. There are some beautiful artisanal crafts at DaVallia Art and Accents and handcrafted jewelry at Sage Jewelry and Gifts. In the summer, Chester hosts concerts on the town green. And the Weston Playhouse puts on terrific theater.
Where to stay in Chester: Inn Victoria, Fullerton Inn, Stone Hearth Inn
Where to eat in Chester: Free Range Restaurant, Heritage Deli & Bakery, Pizza Stone VT, Alice's Restaurant
Chester in the fall...
Creaky floors, I loved this little bookstore that had the 'shop around the corner' feel. 
Oh what cute town..... Just like a hallmark movie! The cute gazebo out your window reminds me of Gilmore girls. Okay I think I need to come your way and we need to road trip!
ReplyDeleteKelli - it was soooo Gilmore Girls! And yes, come! We'll go!
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