Stowe, Vermont is one of my favorite places. We were there in June and again in October. They had snow this week and I wish I was there. Will have to try and go in the winter I bought two decals when I was there in October and put them on my iPad cover.
It stopped raining and the sun came out and blue skies. We headed to Waterbury Center Park only to discover it was closed. So we headed to Camels Hump State Park. It was a pretty ride to the park even though it’s past peak. We decided to hike the Camels Hump View Trail It’s a short hike. 3/4 of a mile. Lots of pretty views but we didn’t see Camels Hump. There was a spur off the trail that was not marked and looked steep that we didn’t take so that could have given us the view. We plan to go back next time we are in the area
After a short break at the Inn we headed to Stowe. There weren’t as many people there today
It was a little damp and rainy but we ventured out. First stop covered bridge by the path
Views from both sides of the bridge
Love the reflections
Then onto Emily’s Bridge which is supposed to be haunted. There was a lot of people there taking pictures and had to wait to get a clear shot
Then we went in search of a red barn didn’t find it but I did get some other great shots
Then we headed back to Stowe and was surprised to see we could get a shot of the church. I had seen pictures of this scene on Facebook but didn’t know where photo was taken
Another view of the church. We have been to Stowe lots of time over the years but never went on path behind the church. It’s where the 5 mile path starts.
Then back to the Inn
Beautiful day. Blue skies but it’s 86 degrees
We headed out to Sterling Gorge. Along the way we spotted an old factory alongside the road an stopped to take some pictures
Pictures above are along Sterling Gorge trail. When I looked at the map I thought we were going to go by a covered bridge on way to the gorge but we didn’t see any signs. After we left the gorge and headed back to Stowe the GPS lost its signal so we were not sure where to turn. We missed the turn but found the covered bridge.
We decided to stop in Stowe. It was really busy as there was a tour bus. We stopped in one of the galleries and saw this guitar. It can be yours for $3,000
Stopped in downtown saratoga springs. Found a great bakery. Mrs Landons and a great yarn store. Common Threads
Then we headed to Manchester to Orvis so Michael could use his coupon. Then we headed to Stowe. Went a different route this time and discovered a new covered bridge Shushan covered bridgeBut after I took the picture I tripped and scraped my knee and elbow. Thank goodness there is a first aid kit in truck
Then we headed to Stowe and the sun finally came out
The gardens at the Stone Hill Inn are beautiful as usual
View from our room
Just some close ups of the beautiful flowers I finally got to see some lupine
Last morning at the Stone Hill Inn. This time we stayed in the Cotton Brook room
Waterfalls in Pawlett Vermont
Loved the sign on this shop in Rochester Vermont
Last day in Stowe. Did two loads of wash. Went to farmers market and bought some maple caramel bourbon popcorn. Then we spent afternoon relaxing outside by the gardens. It was another beautiful day. Wish rest of our trip it would be this nice but heat wave is on its way
Daisies are my favorite and there are lots of them
Started the day in downtown Stowe. I have a picture of church from a distance but decided to take one from the front of church
Starbucks is now in Stowe along with 4 other coffee shops
Next up another covered bridge
View from the bridge
Then onto the Stowe Toll Road. It cost over $51 to drive the 4.5 miles to the top of Mt Mansfield. Beautiful views of the Adirondack Mountains
There is a small ledge on back of red pole for you to place your phone so you can set a timer and take a photo of you in the background.
Then back to the Inn. It was a beautiful afternoon we sat outside. View from just outside our room
Then off to dinner at the Backyard
Had to take a picture of this place before we left Bennington. We asked our server at breakfast if she knew what it originally was. She said she didn’t know. All she knew was that it was an historic site and could not be demolished. Guess they need Chip and JoAnna
We have both decided to stop in Bellows Falls for some coffee and chai tea Stopped at a great cafe
We had stopped at Bellows Falls years ago It’s really changed. There a lot of nice shops. We picked up some glass items at a great craft shop
Next stop King Arthur’s Flour
Stopped at their cafe to get some cold water and discovered
Next stop Simon Pearce. Great display as you walk in the front door
Love all the glass trees
Covered bridge is right alongside Simon Pearce
Made it to Stowe at 4 pm just in time to check in to Stone Hill Inn. One of our favorite bed snd breakfasts.
Garden right outside our room
Another moose. Still hope to see a real one before we leave
Had to take a picture of this place before we left Bennington. We asked our server at breakfast if she knew what it originally was. She said she didn’t know. All she knew was that it was an historic site and could not be demolished. Guess they need Chip and JoAnna
We have both decided to stop in Bellows Falls for some coffee and chai tea Stopped at a great cafe
We had stopped at Bellows Falls years ago It’s really changed. There a lot of nice shops. We picked up some glass items at a great craft shop
Next stop King Arthur’s Flour
Stopped at their cafe to get some cold water and discovered
Next stop Simon Pearce. Great display as you walk in the front door
Love all the glass trees
Covered bridge is right alongside Simon Pearce
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