Waterfalls Day Spa , which offers unique and exciting treatments such as CBD Pedicures and Deluxe HydraFacials . Check in , drop your bags , and take a moment to unwind and acclimate to the local ambience .
4PM It ’ s time to go out and see the sights in Downtown Middlebury !
MIDDLEBURY
To reach Middlebury , follow the
gentle curves of the Lake Champlain Byway through the open fields and rolling hills surrounding Route 74 North and Route 30 North . This treasured Vermont town is home to one of the state ’ s most celebrated colleges , as well as a vibrant cultural scene that includes numerous museums , breweries , restaurants , shops , and historic landmarks . After the recent completion of the momentous Middlebury Bridge & Rail Project , the centerpiece jewel of Addison County is back in form and better than ever ! For a cultured and memorable Vermont getaway , head to Middlebury to enjoy the best of what Vermont ’ s Champlain Valley has to offer .
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3PM As you approach Middlebury on Route 30 , you will see the Ralph Myhre Golf Course on your right . This picturesque 18-hole course is open to the public for tee time reservations during the warmer months and serves as the home course for the Middlebury Panthers men ’ s and women ’ s collegiate golf teams . After passing by Youngman Field at Alumni Stadium , and the Chip Kenyon ’ 85 Arena , you will come across the Middlebury College campus on your left . Founded in 1800 by Congregationalist Reverend Jeremiah Atwater , this esteemed liberal arts college is nationally known for its international studies and environmental studies programs , as well as its comprehensive language education programs and world-class science facilities .
Upon reaching downtown Middlebury , Route 30 transitions into Main Street . Make a right at the intersection of Main Street and Cross Street and proceed over the Cross Street Bridge . After crossing over Otter Creek , make a left on Court Street , and head north towards historic Court Square . Home to the former site of the original Addison County Courthouse , the square sits at a central location that connects Eastern and Southern Middlebury to the downtown area at Merchants Row and Main Street .
At the intersection of Court Square and Pleasant Street , you will find the elegant Middlebury Inn . Originally opened in 1827 as the Vermont Hotel , the Inn has undergone several significant renovations , and rebranded multiple times since its inaugural year . Tastefully restored guestrooms pay aesthetic tribute to the Inn ’ s storied past and feature timeless decorative elements such as brass fixtures and period moldings . The Inn ’ s most sumptuous and iconic suites can be found in the Inn ’ s Porter Mansion building , which boasts exquisite marble fireplaces , an enchanting curved staircase , and a finely-crafted leaded glass entrance . Travelers in search of a pampering respite should book an appointment at the
Head south on Pleasant Street from the entrance of the Middlebury Inn , and turn right onto Merchant ’ s Row . On your left , you will see the famous Town Hall Theater . In years past , the distinguished theater has played host to numerous cultural events and festivals , such as the Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival . ( See Page 60 ). On your right , the “ Middlebury to Her Soldiers ” monument stands in the middle of a triangular park that separates Pleasant Street from Merchants Row . Sculpted by American artists Marshall Jones and Seward Jones , the monument pays a moving tribute to Middlebury ’ s infantrymen who fought for the Union in the Civil War .
After you come to the intersection of Merchants Row and Main Street , you will see the recently-restored St . Stephen ’ s Episcopal Church on your right . Steeped in rich New England history , this church is celebrated for its Gothic stone architecture . It is also well-known for its “ Revere Bell ,” which was cast by Paul Revere ’ s Boston-based firm , the Revere Copper Company , in the early 19th century . If you take a right at Main Street from Merchants Row and continue to where it intersects with Pleasant Street , you will find The Congregational Church of Middlebury . This magnificent Federal-style church features a galleried interior , groin vaults , a circular dome , and slender ionic columns . The church ’ s tower is supported by a telescoped timber frame , which played a pivotal role in its survival of an intense hurricane in 1950 that toppled the towers of nearly every other church in Addison County .
After relishing a close and intimate view of two of Vermont ’ s most celebrated religious landmarks , head back down Main Street to browse through the eclectic literary offerings of The Vermont Bookshop . Following your intellectual interlude , stop by Sweet Cecily and treat yourself to a distinctive and amusing selection from their thoughtfully-curated assortment of puzzles , clothing accessories , decorative home furnishings , and Vermont-made goods .
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