Getting here
The tour begins at the Old Schoolhouse at the
intersection of Dover and Augur Hole Roads in South Newfane, Vermont.
From the North and South: Take
I-91 to Vermont Exit 2. Turn left at the bottom of the ramp on Western Avenue. Proceed
east on Western Avenue to Cedar Street, the 5th street on the left,
0.5 mile. Turn left on Cedar street and follow it to its
end at Route 30, 0.7 mile. Turn left and follow Route 30
for 8.2 miles. Turn left at Williamsville Road (its name changes
to Depot Road at the Dummerston-Newfane town line). Follow this
road for 2 miles, until it comes to a T just after the bridge over
the Rock River. Turn left at the T, on Dover Road for 2 miles.
You will pass through Williamsville, over a covered bridge, and
into South Newfane. The Old Schoolhouse is on the left and will
be signposted.
From the East: Take
Route 9 west across the Connecticut River and into Vermont, straight
through the roundabout to I-91 South. Proceed south to I-91 Exit 2. Then
follow the directions above.
From the West: Take Route 9 east to downtown
Wilmington. At the traffic light turn left (North) on Route 100
(North Main Street) and follow for 3.9 miles. Turn right on East
Dover Road until it comes to a T with Dover Hill Road. Turn right
on Dover Hill (it becomes Dover Road when over the hill) for about
8 miles to a stop sign in the center of South Newfane. The Old
Schoolhouse is across that intersection (with Augur Hole road)
and will be signposted.
Whether you're looking for an economical hotel room, a backwoods
camp site or a country inn with mouth-watering meals and sweeping
vistas, you'll find a place to lay your head in Southern Vermont.
Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Newfane
Four
Columns Inn
This elegant country inn, located in historic and picturesque
Newfane Village, offers a quintessential Vermont vacation experience. Additional
work by Rock River Artists will be on display at the Four Columns
during the tour.
802-365-7713
Old
Newfane Inn
An historic country
inn on the Newfane Common.
800-784-4427
Brattleboro
Colonial
Motel 800-239-0032
Dalem's
Chalet 800-462-5009
Forty
Putney Road Bed & Breakfast 802-254-6268
Latchis
Hotel 800-798-6301
Meadowlark
Inn 800-616-6359
Dover
Deerfield
Valley Inn 800-639-3588
Mountaineer
Inn 800-682-4637
West Townshend
Windham
Hill Inn 800-944-4080
Enjoy home-baked goods, drinks and other light refreshments
at the Williamsville Hall, on the Dover Road
next to the old pink church in the center of Williamsville. Saturday
11-5, Sunday 11-4.
During the Tour
Captain Ken's Hot Dogs, on Route 30 at Williamsville Road.
Newfane Café and Creamery, a deli and gelato shop in Newfane
Village.
Williamsville Hall, featuring home-baked goods, beverages and
other light refreshments on Dover Road next to the old pink church
in the center of Williamsville.
After the Tour
Brattleboro
39 Main – Tapas style cuisine in a cozy downtown
nook.
802-254-3999
Brattleboro Food Co-op – A
variety of delectable dishes, including vegan and vegetarian
delights, served to order from the deli counter. Can be eaten
in the casual café or wrapped
to go. Best variety & value in downtown Brattleboro!
802-257-0236
Capers – Contemporary American/Continental fusion, with
a five-course menu that changes regularly and a lovely wine list.
Downtown Brattleboro.
802-251-0151
Chelsea Royal Diner – Fresh, high-quality family fare, including
homemade pie and ice cream. On Route 9 in West Brattleboro.
802-254-8399
Fireworks – The latest delicious addition to Brattleboro's
downtown menu, featuring stone-baked pizzas prepared by Matthew
Blau, formerly of the famous Max's. Call ahead! Main Street, downtown.
802-254-2073
Peter Havens – Continental cuisine featuring seafood, in
a casually elegant atmosphere. On Eliot Street in downtown Brattleboro.
Call for reservations.
802-257-3333
Riverview
Café – Highlighting fresh local produce
and meats. Lovely indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the Connecticut
River. Across the tracks from the train station.
802-254-9841
TJ Buckley's – This
unassuming little place is one of the finest restaurants in Vermont.
Reservations are an absolute must. Eliot Street, downtown Brattleboro.
802-257-4922
Newfane
Four Columns Inn – This elegant inn has an award-winning
restaurant to match its luxuriously appointed rooms. Additional
work by Rock River Artists will be on display at the Four Columns
during the tour.
802-365-7713
Old
Newfane Inn – French
and Swiss cuisine in an historic country inn. On the Newfane Common.
800-784-4427
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