Shelburne Farms

 

Shelburne Farms is a non-profit organization with a mission to inspire a future of sustainable living. The farms offer a variety of learning opportunities for people of all ages, working with local educators and other partner to foster education about sustainable practices. With 1400 acres to explore in every season, including pasturelands, woodlands, gardens and historic buildings, take a walk around the ground, enroll in a summer camp or take a class. Also, keep an eye for the farm’s food products at the local grocery store. Shelburne Farms is yours to enjoy!

 

Vermont Teddy Bear Company

 

Your visit to Shelburne wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Vermont Teddy Bear, located on Route 7. With bears and other creatures for every personality, occasion and circumstance, you are sure to find stuffed animal friend. Babies, kids and adults alike can enjoy a behind-the-scenes-factory tour, making their own bear in the design studio, and meeting the bear designer herself!

 

Shelburne Museum

 

Calling all history buffs! Experience American history, art and design, right in the heart of Shelburne. Founded by Electra Webb, the Shelburne Museum boasts thirty-nine individual structures over forty-five acres. Home to a variety of works of art, “a collection of collections,” including American folk art, French Impressionist paintings, quilts, dolls, New England architecture and so much more. Stop by to see the explore the buildings and gardens or take advantage of the online exhibitions!

 

Eat (and Drink) Your Heart Out

 

Whatever you’re hungry for, Shelburne has an eatery for you. Sip the tasting room at Fiddlehead Brewing Company, enjoy the wood fired pizza at Folino’s, shop your favorite local wines at the Shelburne Vineyard, and try the famous eclectic American fare at The Bearded Frog. Don’t miss the craft food and art gallery at Rustic Roots or burger night and drafts at the Shelburne Tap House either!

 

Shelburne Orchards

 

Off of Bostwick Road, Shelburne Orchards is a hotspot for locals and tourists alike. A bustling apple haven during the fall harvest, Shelburne Orchards offers a variety of pre-picked and pick-your-own apples, freshly baked apple cider donuts and pies, peaches, plums, sour cherries, table grapes, pressed cider, hay rides, and pumpkins – to name a few. In the winter months, the orchard doesn’t stay quiet, instead the crew is hard at work distilling their very own Dead Bird Brandy from fallen apples! Stop by to explore the grounds, sip apple brandy in the tasting room, take the kids for a hay ride or even buy an apple tree.

 

Take a Hike

Mount Philo State Park is a popular destination among locals and tourists alike. Known for its versatility, visitors can choose to drive up State Park Road or hike the House Rock trail to enjoy the beautiful Lake Champlain, Green Mountain and Adirondack Mountain views. The park invites many hikers, campers, picnic goers and nature watchers to experience the outdoors. Lesser known in the area is the Charlotte Park and Wildlife Refuge. With 3.25 miles of trails for walking, hiking, skiing and equestrian use, 95 acres of farmland, and 24 acres of meadows, there is plenty to explore!

 

Enjoy the Lake

Who doesn’t love a summer afternoon on the lake? Charlotte is home to one of three ferry routes to New York. The ride to Essex, NY is about 30 minutes and is open year-round, weather permitting. In the fall, the views of foliage are worth the trip. Just north of the ferry access is Charlotte Town Beach. Visitors can enjoy the tennis courts, playgrounds, ball fields, disc golf, water sports and, of course, relaxing on the shore!

 

A Berry Haven

Charlotte boasts many farms and farm stands, notably the Charlotte Berry Farm and Adam’s Berry Farm. Popular summer destinations for berry pickers, both farms grow and sell a variety of fresh fruit and fruit products, including blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, jams, ice cream, frozen treats. honey, baked goods and so much more. Nothing beats the summer heat like a fresh, organic blueberry popsicle! June through August, visit either farm to pick your favorite locally grown fruit.

 

The Old Lantern Inn and Barn

Every local knows someone who has been to a wedding, party or event at The Old Lantern! The beautifully landscaped property offers both 10 acres for events and an inn for accommodations. The Old Lantern is also popular for their catering and event planning services. With beautiful views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains, this location is hard to beat! Looking to enjoy The Old Lantern, but don’t have an event coming up? Check out their event page for more information

 

This Sunday, February 28th, 2020 from 11:00-1:00 PM, Geri Reilly Real Estate will be hosting an Open House! Before you head to the mountain to ski this weekend, swing by St. Albans and take a peek at the  home that we have for sale on French Hill Road!

We look forward to seeing you there!

78 French Hill Road, St. Albans, VT 

 

You will fall in love with this beautiful, newly built, 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath colonial, with spectacular lake and Adirondack views. The open concept is perfect for entertaining and family fun! The chef's kitchen boasts of a 20' island, stainless appliances, custom cabinets, quartz countertops and walk in pantry, which all flow to the formal dining and great room, with floor to ceiling windows, a gas fireplace with stone hearth, beautiful hardwood floors, 9' ceilings, and 12' slider that opens to two of three decks. Enjoy Lake Champlain sunsets from every angle, expansive mudroom with built-ins and tile floor, perfect for all your winter needs, first floor quest bedroom and den/office with ample storage, and first floor laundry. Second floor offers two spacious sunny guest bedrooms and full bath, private master suite with cathedral ceilings, reading nook, private balcony with 12' sliding doors for your private lake views, master bath includes tiled shower with three shower heads, double vanity, soaking tub and custom walk-in closet. Walkout basement with 1/2 bath, spacious area ready to be finished, three car garage with bonus room, plus detached two car garage and shed. Enjoy the outdoors on this 4.19 acre lot, complete with babbling brook and woods to explore. Easy access to I-89, city amenities, skiing, parks and trails, medical center and city center.

MLS# 4845948 / $759,900

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