Whether one is seeking a quiet get-a-way or a fun-filled winter experience, Burlington, Vermont offers both. Located in the northern corner of Vermont, Burlington is surrounded by Lake Champlain and various ski resorts alongside a downtown area enveloped with shops and cafes.
Leave it to Business Review Canada for recommendations on where to stay and what to do while visiting this whimsical city.
WHERE TO STAY: The Pitcher Inn
In the middle of winter, sip on a cup of hot cocoa and cozy up next to a fireplace at The Pitcher Inn.
The Pitcher Inn has been accommodating since the 1850s. It thoroughly and quite literally, showcases Vermont’s finest class and reputation through its profound taste and luxurious rooms.
The Inn emphasizes Vermont’s charm by designing its eleven rooms to their own specific, individual and elaborate themes. Each room was interior decorated and constructed by multiple artists to achieve its own unique design.
The ‘School’ Room highlights all aspects of a one-room school; the chalk-board and all the school essentials are pieced ever-so-perfectly to amplify one’s remembrance of those brisk autumn days sitting in class.
Wonderfully imaginative and accommodating, the Pitcher Inn offers guests various dinners and itineraries on adventures throughout Vermont. The Inn is located in Warren, Vermont—30 minutes away from the hustle and stir of downtown Burlington.
WHAT TO DO: Gentle Giants Rides
Enjoy the snowy woods of Vermont while being nestled inside one of Gentle Giant’s Sleighs.
During the night when snowflakes fall ever so sweetly, grab a cup of cocoa and a blanket and wander through Vermont’s woods while being guided by horses and a coachman. One will see views of Mt. Mansfield (Vermont’s highest peak) and travel through winding wooded trails.
Make it a fun and friendly family event or choose to ride in the Victorian Carriage for you and yours truly. All sleighs have convertible tops if the snow seizes to be troublesome on the excursion.
Gentle Giant’s Sleighs are open through the holiday season and even into the spring.
WHERE TO EAT: The Skinny Pancake
After walking down Church Street and shopping Burlington’s finest, relax and enjoy...crepes.
Located on the waterfront, right in the middle of downtown Montpelier, the Skinny Pancake resides as a hidden treasure. Not only does the restaurant offer breakfast crepes all day, but they also serve guests quirky and fancy crepes such as the Garlique Chic, which includes chicken, basil-sunflower seed pesto, roasted red peppers, sautéed onions and Cabot cheddar cheese. For a sweet dessert try the Strawberry Short Crepe with Vermont whipped crème.
With its endless list of espresso drinks and teas, the Skinny Pancake will personalize any brew for your own liking, or one could be adventurous and try their unique spin on lattes and espressos.
Whether it is morning or night, the Skinny Pancake is a perfect treat to swallow up Vermont’s true taste. And don’t forget to try their ‘Crepe Chips!’
