Breakfast was again served in the Main House dining room at a private table, and, predictably, Mom ordered poached eggs on English muffins (Dad, too), while I chose the scrumptious berry crepes topped with whipped cream. Fresh-squeezed orange juice, Canadian bacon, assorted breads and muffins, excellent coffee and a selection of teas rounded out the perfect start to our day of driving Vermont's backroads.
We took a moment to stroll the meticulously groomed inn grounds before saying good-bye to our hosts, regretting that our short stay didn't afford us the opportunity to explore the 10 miles of walking trails accessible from the property nor the nearby swimming pond. We did, however, have a chance to visit a number of nearby attractions in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont and the northwest corner of New Hampshire, including:
- Burke Mountain, with its scenic summit drive and views of New Hampshire's White Mountains from an observation tower;
- Chutter General Store in Littleton, New Hampshire, home of the world's longest candy counter; and
- The Dog Chapel and art gallery that showcase the works of St. Johnsbury artist Stephen Huneck.
The Mulcahys, who, as you've probably figured out by now, have thought of everything, have a closet filled with brochures and suggested, themed day trip itineraries of their own creation for guests to peruse and use. You'll find antiques, country stores, maple farms, museums, skiing, golf and much more in the quiet and secluded Northeast Kingdom.
So, if you're feeling the least bit hare-ied, hop to it and book your relaxing Rabbit Hill Inn getaway. They'll take care of all of the cotton tails... I mean details.
A Few Things to Know if You're Going:
- For reservations, call 802-748-5168 or toll free, 800-76-BUNNY.
- Images of each of the Rabbit Hill Inn's19 guest rooms are available at the inn's Web site.
- The Rabbit Hill Inn is entirely non-smoking.
- The inn only accommodates children ages 14 and up.
- The dining room is open to non-guests by reservation. Dinner attire is "dressy casual," meaning that ties and jackets are not required, but jeans are not appropriate.
- The Rabbit Hill Inn is wheelchair accessible.
- Quoted rates include lodging for two, afternoon tea and pastries, full breakfast and gratuities.
- Minimum stays are required on weekends and holiday weekends.
- Ask about the reservation and cancellation policy, as a deposit is required and it may be non-refundable should you need to cancel within 14 days of your stay.
- Rabbit Hill Inn is a member of Select Registry and Distinctive Inns of New England.
- Directions: The Rabbit Hill Inn is located in Lower Waterford, Vermont. From I-91 North or South, take exit 19 for I-93 South, then take exit 1 onto Route 18 South. The inn is approximately seven miles from the exit. From I-93 North, take exit 44 for Route 18 North and proceed two miles to the inn.
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