Hotel at a Glance: Kedron Valley Inn

Whether you’re stopping by Kedron Valley Inn en route to nearby mountain resorts or to soak in the beauty of Vermont’s countryside, you’re just as likely to be charmed by the inn itself as you are by the scenery. Set along 11 acres in Vermont’s lush Green Mountains, this 19th-century building features comfy guest rooms and a restaurant/tavern serving seasonal entrees.

• History: Built in 1822 as a store for gristmill workers, the Federal-style structure has served as a post office, a tavern, and a stop on the Underground Railroad.
• Where you’ll stay: The inn’s 25 guest rooms are located in the main building, the tavern, or the pet-friendly log lodge.
• Complimentary breakfast is served each morning.
• Enjoy dinner in the onsite restaurant and tavern, which earned consecutive Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence from 2013 through 2016.
• The reviews are in: Fodor’s says, “You’re likely to fall in love at the first sight of this . . . quiet, elegant retreat.”
• Four seasons of fun Killington and Okemo resorts—each less than 45 minutes away—offer activities such as golfing and mountain biking in warmer months.

Green Mountains, Vermont: Historical Towns Surrounded by Wilderness

Named for the layers of stately evergreens that carpet their slopes, the Green Mountains are a branch of the ancient Appalachians that stretches north to south through the center of Vermont. It’s a relatively even swath of rolling forests capped by a few summits that rise above the tree line, including Mount Mansfield, which tops off at 4,393 feet.

The landscape is home to other rugged scenery, including alpine lakes, and more than 900 miles of mixed-use trails for biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing.

The mountains are punctuated by quaint Vermont villages where white church steeples border organic farms and creameries. At the midsection of Green Mountain National Forest is the city of Rutland, which plays host to summer outdoor concerts and the Vermont State Fair. About 90 minutes north is Vermont’s largest city, Burlington, which is known for its breweries and boutiques.

Each season in the Green Mountains brings its own unique pleasures: during the winter, ski resorts including Mount Snow and Sugarloaf offer some of New England’s best downhill skiing.

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