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Experience Vermont:
Located in the heart of North Bennington, the Eddington House invites you to experience the charm of this quaint Vermont village.
Take a dip in nearby Lake Paran.
Enjoy live music or a new exhibit at Vermont Arts Exchange just around the corner from the Inn.
Discover our three Covered Bridges.
Dine in one of our village restaurants, just steps from the Inn. Pangaea, well-known for its fine dining and a great wine list, now offers a more casual setting; cozy Pangaea Lounge. Don't miss Kevin's, a local favorite. This non-smoking sports bar serves lunch and dinner daily and offers live entertainment on weekends.
The Eddington House is the perfect destination for exploring Southern Vermont and the Berkshires. Explore on your own or ask us to assist you with back road adventures to heighten your Vermont experience.
View Local Photos by Paul Hersey
General Information on the Bennington Area
Area Attractions
- Apple Barn & Country Bake Shop - a Vermont must. Cornmaze. Pick your own berries. Pumpkins. Family Fun.
- Backroad Discovery Tours - Discover the history, beauty, and "local lore" while exploring the scenic country backroads.
- Bennington Battle Monument - Vermont's tallest structure. Take the elevator to the top for some fabulous views.
- Bennington Center for the Natural & Cultural Arts - Four fine art galleries, native American arts. Covered Bridge Museum.
- Bennington Museum - Early American furniture, paintings, pottery, glass, Grandma Moses and more.
- Bennington Potters - Handmade pottery & decorative accessories. Factory tours.
- Clark Art Institute - Internationally renowned collection of impressionist art and more. Park-like setting.
- Covered Bridges - Take a driving tour through 5 covered bridges in the Bennington area.
- Green Mountain Oasis Day Spa - Massages, Facials, Body Treatments,Packages,
- Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Oasis - Free Vehicle display and car lover's shop. Old Fashioned Filling Station.
- Hildene - Historic Home of President Lincoln's son. Tours, events. Cross country skiing.
- Hubbard Hall Projects, Inc. - 1878 rural opera house operated as a community Art Center.
- Mt. Anthony County Club - Scenic 18 hole golf course. Public Welcome. Lunch, Dinner, Outings.
- MASS MOCA/Massachusetts -Museum of Contemporary Art
- North River Winery - Wine Tasting of Vermont fruit wines.
- Oldcastle Theatre Company - Award winning professional theatre in impressive art center setting.
- Old First Church - 200 year old stunning historic architecture. Daily Summer/Fall tours.
- Park McCullough Mansion - 35 room Victorian governor's mansion, 1865 Carriage Barn. Mile around woods.
- Robert Frost Stone House Museum - Homestead of American poet, Robert Frost. Educational, literary, historical exhibits.
- Vermont Arts Exchange Located at the Sage Street Mill, a renovated brick factory in the historic village of North Bennington, Vermont, VAE offers visual, literary and the performing arts opportunities through classes, workshops, residencies, exhibitions, and performances presenting national and international artists.
- Vermont Covered Bridge Museum - Learn how covered bridges are made. Video theatre, interactive exhibits.
Dining
- Kevin's - Local Favorite, Sports Bar, Open Lunch & Dinner, Live Entertainment weekends
- Pangaea - Fine Dining. Wine Spectator List. Cozy Lounge.
- Four Chimney's Inn & Restaurant - Fine dining and elegant lodging.
- Hunter's, An American Grill - Scenic views. Outdoor decks. Fireplaces. Homemade desserts. Special events.
- Peppermills of Bennington Peppermills is chef owned and managed. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week in downtown Bennington.
Education
- Bennington College
- Bennington Music School
- Community College of Vermont
- New Directions Consulting
- Southern Vermont College
- Southwest Vermont Career Development Center
Shopping
Antiques
- Camelot Village Shops:
- Sweet Pea Antiques
Books
Confectionery
Galleries & Gifts
- Armstrong Jewelers
- Bennington Potters
- Hawkins House
- Jay's Art Shop & Frame Gallery
- Magic Sleigh
- Nature's Closet
- The Sugar Shack
Recreation
- Adams Farm - Year round hands on agricultural experience for all ages.
- Backroad Discovery Tours - Jeep tours through Vermont. Summer & Fall Foliage. Reservations
- Battenkill Canoe Ltd - Daily canoe rentals, sales and tours.
- Bromley Mountain - Skiing and snowboarding on 43 trails covering 300 acres, serviced by nine lifts
- Jiminy Peak - Situated in the Berkshires, this New England Resort offers stunning views and resort amenities at the region's largest ski and snowboard resort.
- Mount Snow - Welcome to Mount Snow, Vermont home of five Mountain faces, extensive tree areas and top rated parks and pipes.
- Mt. Anthony Country Club - 18 holes of golf in a spectacular setting. Open to public.
- Prospect Mountain Ski Touring Center - 40K trails. Great snow. Rentals. Snowshoes. Retail & Restaurant.
- Stratton Mountain - Great skiing & snowboarding in winter. Arts & festivals throughout the summer. Golf, tennis & more. Year round vacation packages.
- Twin Brooks Snowmobile Tours - Guided backcountry snowmobile tours in Green Mountain National Forest..