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Wassail Weekend in Woodstock – Celebrate at The Jackson House Inn

November 29th, 2012 by kathy

Let The Jackson House Inn host your holiday visit to Wassail Weekend

Click to see video of Wassail Weekend

The Jackson House Inn is the perfect location to enjoy one of Vermont’s Top Ten Winter Events – Woodstock’s Wassail Weekend.  Concerts, a horse parade, a house tour and the food and drink of the season make this the ideal holiday memory – events span the weekend from Friday through Sunday.  Billings Farm & Museum showcases the traditions of the past while music and winter refreshments will add to the festivities.  Don’t forget your holiday shopping list as you visit the artisans and merchants who welcome you to browse their special collections in a picture-perfect Vermont village.

Our inn is decorated to welcome the happiest of holiday seasons, and we’ll provide you with a restful night’s sleep in our classic bedrooms or one-room suites (all suites offer a gas fireplace, some also include massage tubs).  In the morning, sit by our floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace to enjoy a delicious fresh breakfast highlighting local, organic products to sustain you for each fun-filled day.    Click here to see an overview of the three days of holiday excitement.

Holiday traditions for The Jackson House Inn in Woodstock, Vermont

Holiday lights welcome you to The Jackson House Inn

So, what is wassail?  The term comes from Medieval England, the Norse phrase “ves heill” meaning to “drink to the health.”  The warm drink “wassail” began as an ale which is brewed with spiced apples and sugar (or other tasty combinations…).  The tradition grew from singers traveling from house-to-house during the Solstice and then became embraced by many as an early Christmas celebration.  Many versions of the festive drink will be sampled in the local restaurants, shops and homes!

A few rooms remain at The Jackson House Inn for you to experience a special beginning to the holiday season in Woodstock, Vermont.

 

 

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Fourth of July Special – Fireworks Show from our Porch

June 18th, 2012 by kathy

Celebrating Freedom

Celebrate the Fourth of July in Woodstock

It’s a tradition of summer – celebrating our nation’s birthday on the Fourth of July.  Woodstock, Vermont is the place to mark the special holiday this year, and we would like to welcome you to The Jackson House Inn with a special holiday offer.  Book two nights during holiday week (July 1 – 5)  and take $50 off the room rate total, stay for three nights and we’ll take $100 off!  Best of all, if you stay on the 4th, you have a perfect seat on our bed and breakfast’s front porch for the fabulous Woodstock community firework show in one of our Kennedy rockers or wicker chairs.  The Jackson House Inn is located directly across Route 4 from the site of the event!

Watch Woodstock's Fourth of July from our Porch

Watch Woodstock’s Fourth of July from our Porch!

Enjoy an active beginning of the day by registering for the 36th Annual John Langhans Green Mile Road Race.  This 7.1 mile challenging run/walk through beautiful Woodstock, VT begins with registration on race day at 8:00 am on the Village Green for $35 (or in advance – online at Active.com for $30.00).  Walkers start: 8:30,  runners start: 9:00am.  All participants receive a free t-shirt and snacks.  Awards, live music and dancing  are sponsored by the Spectrum Teen Center.

Or, prefer a casual, stroll in the morning?  Begin the day at Billings Farm and Museum for an Old Vermont Fourth of July.  Their celebration takes visitors back in time to 1890 (the same year Mr. Wales Johnson built the original portion of our inn!) for a reading of the Declaration of Independence, a spelling bee, and historic debates to name a few events.  Visit Billings Farm from 10AM – 5PM.

The Town of Woodstock (in conjunction with Pentangle Arts Council and The Spectrum Teen Center) is sponsoring a fun-filled Fourth of July at Woodstock Union High School.  Enjoy games, picnic food (grilled hot dogs, burgers, sausages,…), live musical entertainment and, of course, the great fireworks after dark!  Walk across from the inn to the field and mingle with our community friends, then return to The Jackson House porch for a spectacular view of the show!

Happy Fourth of July from The Jackson House Inn!

 

 

 

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Say Goodbye to July – Celebrate Bookstock 2011 and Shop for Antiques with VADA

July 23rd, 2011 by kathy

Visit the Jackson House Pond in July

Relax at The Jackson House Inn pond

Summer in Woodstock offers so many activities and attractions.  As the heat of summer continues, we say goodbye to July with two outstanding events.  The Jackson House Inn is the perfect place to add relaxation and serenity to a weekend visit.

Bookstock 2011 – The Green Mountain Festival of Words – takes center stage in Woodstock, Vermont from July 29 – 31.  Over 30 renowned New England authors and poets will be on hand to share their work and present workshops.  Shop a fabulous book sale and enjoy food and music on Woodstock’s Village Green.

And – step across the street from The Jackson House Inn to Union Arena on Saturday and Sunday for the 37th Annual Vermont Antiques Dealers’ Show.  Browse room settings of the finest antiques  from respected dealers in the Green Mountain State.  Fine jewelry, silver and glassware will be highlighted as well.

Mention one of these two events in your reservation request for a stay with us (which can be completed online through our website or on the phone) and receive a 5% discount for your stay.

 

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Summer Comes to Woodstock Vermont, Join us at The Jackson House Inn!

June 17th, 2011 by kathy

Beauty in bloom at Woodstock Vermont's Jackson House Inn

Beauty in bloom at Woodstock Vermont's Jackson House Inn

The colors of spring and summer have exploded here at The Jackson House Inn and all over Woodstock, Vermont.  The air is fresh and crisp, the attractions are open, and area events are filling the calendar.  Come to a peaceful, lush retreat just off Vermont’s newest Scenic Byway – Route 4, The Crossroad of Vermont.  Just a few of the many special reasons to plan a visit:

June 17-19: The sky fills with the brightest array of colors as the Quechee Hot Air Balloon and Craft Festival takes center stage in nearby Quechee, Vermont.  As the longest continually running balloon festival in New England, the event offers beauty in the sky and in the work of many craftspeople plus great food and music.  The Jackson House Inn is just a short drive from it all!

June 25: Nature’s full splendor will be on display along the History in Bloom Garden Tour in Woodstock.  Sponsored by the Woodstock Historical Society, the day includes a floral exhibit and highlights the 250th anniversary of the chartering of Woodstock.

Billings Farm Celebrates Summer

June 1 – 30:  Celebrate Dairy Month every day at Sugarbush Farm where you can sample 15 varieties of cheese; and on Sundays, visit Billings Farm & Museum for Ice Cream Sundays.  Learn the history and science behind homemade ice-cream – lend a hand and, of course, take a taste!

July 2:  Interplay Jazz students and faculty complete their week-long jazz experience with a concert at Billings Farm (2 – 4PM).  Sit, relax and enjoy!

July 4:  Celebrate our nation’s independence all day long.  An Old Vermont 4th is scheduled at Billings Farm (10AM-5PM); a village Fourth of July celebration in Woodstock fills the afternoon and evening (4-10PM).  The Jackson House Inn‘s location offers direct view of the fireworks from our porches and yard or walk to the field for entertainment, food and fun under the show!

 

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