The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort and Spa is conveniently located near a diverse array of things to do in Ludlow, Plymouth, Woodstock, Quechee, Windsor, Ascutney, Grafton, Chester, Weston and Manchester. Acres of deep, green forests and miles of marked wilderness in the Green Mountains provide the perfect setting for an action-packed outdoor-oriented family vacation. Enjoy off-site area activities including mountain biking, hiking, golfing, fishing, kayaking/canoeing, and horseback riding, ziplining, and mountain coaster in the summer, and downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross–country skiing, ice skating, and snowmobiling in winter. Of course, Vermont is famous for its colorful fall foliage as well.
 
When planning your Vermont mountain getaway, be sure to consult The Pointe at Castle Hill concierge for recommendations on the best attractions and things to do.

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Plymouth Cheese Factory

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The Plymouth Cheese factory is one of the oldest cheese enterprises in the United States - producing high quality and distinctive artisan cheeses for over 124 years. The factory still occupies the same site and building as it did when it was started in 1890 by John Coolidge, father of Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States.

Echo Lake - Plymouth State Park​

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Echo Lake is a great recreational site. It has a sandy beach, rental boats, a playground, wooded picnic areas, and a refreshment stand. They also have the Vista Trail that is a moderate hike.​

Okemo State Forest-Buttermilk Falls

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Also known as Bridal Veil Falls, a set of 3 falls several hundred feet apart. It is a popular spot for swimming located within the Okemo State Forest.

Okemo Mountain Ski Resort

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Okemo Mountain features the best grooming, overall most snowmaking coverage and the perfect mountain for family skiing and riding.

Shackleton Thomas

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Shackleton Thomas is a Vermont based company located in a 180-year-old mill that specializes in making fine handmade furniture, pottery and accessories. Its exquisite, world- renowned furniture and pottery is made by hand, one-by-one, using traditional techniques.

Quechee Gorge​

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Known as “Vermont’s Little Grand Canyon,” this is one of New England’s most popular natural wonders. The gorge is 165 feet deep and is the deepest gorge in Vermont. It can be viewed from the US route 4 bridge and from trails on both sides of the gorge.​

Simon Pearce/ The Mill

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Visitors may observe teams of glassblowers, watch a potter working on the wheel, browse the retail shop and enjoy a meal in the restaurant.

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park

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Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park is a United States National Historical Park. The park preserves the site where Frederick Billings established a managed forest and a progressive dairy farm. They offer guided tours, woodland workshops, or you can just take a walk through one of Vermont's most beautiful landscapes.

Manchester Designer Outlets

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Browse many name brand outlets for your shopping pleasure. Housed in authentically restored Vermont structures – enjoy beautiful views, wonderful food, and the most satisfying shopping experience you’ve ever had.

Skyline Drive

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The Mount Equinox Skyline Drive is the longest privately owned paved toll road in the USA. The elevation increase is 3,235 ft. Enjoy the scenic beauty and the sights and sounds of nature at any of the picnic areas, many of which have marble picnic tables made from marble quarried on neighboring Dorset Mountain. There is a fireplace for grilling at the first area located 1/4 mile from the entrance of the drive.

Horseback Riding - Mountain View Ranch

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Mountain View Ranch offer four seasons of riding and horses that are eager to give you and your family a great trail riding experience in the beautiful mountains of Vermont! All skill levels are welcome.

Long Trail Brewing Company

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A riverside, German-inspired brewery offering seasonal American food & handcrafted beer.

Calvin Coolidge Historic Site​

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Visit the birthplace of the 30th President at Plymouth Notch. The village is virtually unchanged since the early 20th century and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The village has been designated as the "Plymouth Notch Historic District".

Adventure Zone

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The Adventure Zone in Ludlow includes a wide variety of fun activities for all ages, including the Timber Ripper Mountain Coaster, Haulback Challenge Course, Zipline Tours, Segway PT Tours, AMP Energy Big Air Bag, Miniature Golf, Bungee Trampoline, Disc Golf Course a climbing wall and more!

Sugarbush Farm

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At the end of a scenic Vermont road lies a cheese lovers’ paradise. At Sugarbush cheese and maple farm you can enjoy free samples, taste pure maple syrup and see farm animals.

Billings Farm and MuseuM

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Explore one of the finest operating dairy farms in America and a museum of Vermont's rural past. Billings Farm features many aspects of farm work, including care of the Jersey cows and other livestock, milking of the herd, crop rotation, and feed production.

VINS Nature Center

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The Vermont Institute of Natural Science is a nonprofit, environmental education, research and avian rehabilitation organization. They offer live bird programs, raptor enclosures, rehab in action, nature trails and much more.

Artisan Park

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You can see artisans at work, taste fresh beer and local cheese and stroll through an enchanting riverside sculpture garden.

The Vermont Country Store

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Take a stroll down memory lane with toys from your childhood, rows of penny candy, delectable Vermont cheeses and much more. Lunch is available at the Bryant House Restaurant with a wide variety of homemade dishes.

Weston Playhouse

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A theatre dedicated to excellence in a unique Vermont setting, serves a community of artists and audiences through a broad spectrum of dramatic works and educational programs.

Hildene​

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Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home, was the summer home of Robert Todd Lincoln and his wife Mary Harlan Lincoln. Each year Hildene's staff and volunteers welcome thousands of guests daily to the Lincoln home, grounds and walking trails. They can accommodate scheduled guided tours, self-guided tours and group tours.

Stone House Antiques

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Stone House Antiques is a group shop with about ninety individual dealers. They offer a wide variety of merchandise, tastefully displayed, in a clean well-lit environment. You will find everything from postcards, books and other ephemera to coins, jewelry, militaria, LP records, glass, china, furniture, and primitives. There are collectibles of just about every description.

Okemo Valley Chrome and Craft festival

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Visit the Fletcher Farm School for the Arts and Crafts to watch antique cars parade through Ludlow and Chester to kick off two days of food, vendors, music and more.

Vermont Golden Honey Festival

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Pay homage to the honeybee, the state insect of Vermont. Enjoy food that showcases the honeybee, its beeswax and honey. There’s also live music, arts and crafts, educational talks and honey-themed pizza from Goodman’s American Pie’s mobile beehive oven.

Cider Days

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Ever sipped fresh cider from a century-old cider press? Why not try yours, hot or cold, with a slice of home-baked apple pie or crisp topped with ice cream? Held in nearby Belmont, Cider Days serves up fresh cider by the gallon with plenty of food and crafts vendors, a library book sale, an antique chair auction and more.

PLYMOUTH OLD HOME DAY

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Enjoy this century-old town tradition! Reenactment of Calvin Coolidge’s “Homestead Inaugural” at 2:47. Wagon rides, chicken barbecue, old-time music, sheep shearing, The King’s Rangers living history reenactors, Green Mountain Time Keepers Society, traditional crafts demonstrations, and “Clara’s Games” - historic children’s games organized by the Vermont Historical Society.

Chester Fall Craft Festival

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Come to Chester to browse some of the finest locally made fabrics, jewelry, basketry, photograph, artwork and more.

Okemo Fall into Winter

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Say so long to fall and get ready for another glorious Vermont winter with everything from live music, hayrides, pumpkin painting and chainsaw carving to a petting zoo, craft vendors, beer tastings, apple cider and hot chocolate. You’ll also enjoy a family friendly Adventure Zone, live music, a beer tent and great food.

Thanksgiving Weekend at Billings Farm and Museum

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Enjoy a traditional 1890’s themed holiday dinner at Billings Farm and Museum. In addition to “History of Thanksgiving” programs in the parlor, there are holiday-themed food activities, horse-drawn wagon rides and more.

Coolidge Holiday Open House

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Travel back to a more laid back time and enjoy a late 19th century Christmas in one of Vermont’s most scenic villages at the Coolidge Birthplace. Activities include sleigh rides, classic music, craft demonstrations, lunch at the Wilder House Restaurant, special cancellation at the historic Plymouth post office and plenty of children’s holiday activities.