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“March” to Woodstock – It’s Maple Syrup Time!

March 12th, 2013 by kathy

Sugar House near Woodstock and The Jackson House InnMarch in Vermont is unpredictable and full of surprises.  One beautiful sight is smoke billowing from the top of a sugar house – a sign of predictably delicious maple syrup coming to life! To celebrate the product and the people who make it happen, the weekend of March 23 and 24 is designated by the Vermont Sugar Makers Association as Maple Syrup Open House Weekend. Come to Woodstock and The Jackson House Inn for a getaway visit!

Rick will be featuring maple products in each breakfast.  And – our special Sweet Winter Suite rate of $199 will be in effect for this weekend (or check on a reduced rate for our Classic rooms).

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Then take a trip to one or several local maple syrup producers to view (and in some cases help with) the process of sugaring and boiling sap.  Our neighbors at Sugarbush Farm, Top Acres Farm, and Elm Grove Farm all have special events and treats planned.  Taste so many varieties, and choose your favorite to take home (of course there will be cheese and jellies and other wonderful products to add to your bag!).

 

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Jackson House Inn Winter Adventures – Dogsleds, Sleighs, Skis

January 11th, 2013 by kathy

Winter has covered our grounds at The Jackson House Inn (and the Woodstock area) with a beautiful blanket of white. So, it is the perfect time to plan a visit for a wintry adventure!

Enjoy a winter dogsledding adventure just outside WoodstockAn exciting new opportunity that our family just experienced a week ago is the Moonlight Dogsled Tour pulled by the beautiful animals from the Braeburn Siberians in Windsor.  In conjunction with Great River Outfitters, you can reserve a tour on Wednesday and Friday evenings to travel under the stars and moonlight for 45 unforgettable minutes along the Connecticut River and through the Path of Life Garden.  The experience of a Vermont dogsled ride is like no other – the only sounds are the sleds running over the snow, the dogs barking in delight and whatever nature may have to share.  Or you can choose a daylight experience on Fridays and Sundays.  Owners, Kathy Bennett and Alex MacLennan share 35 purebred beauties who, believe me, LOVE to run in the snow  (Jasper was particularly excited on our run!).  And, yes, there is a comfy warm start house where you can enjoy hot beverages and delicious homemade baked treats!  But that’s just the beginning for your winter fun.  Path of Life/Great Outfitters offers sleigh rides and snowshoeing, too!  Want more -  schedule a 2- or 4- hour excursion on Wednesday or Saturday directly with the dog owners through their Braeburn site.

Sleigh rides are also available with advance reservations every day at Woodstock’s own Sugarbush Farm.  See the very trees that bring us their delicious maple syrup.  Then return to the cheese and maple syrup tasting room (hot drinks are also available).

And, of course, our Vermont bed and breakfast is only minutes from Suicide Six Ski Area and Wilderness Trails Nordic Center.  Or, drive a bit further to experience Killington, Pico and Okemo Mountains for downhill excitement.

Winter has definitely arrived – come join in!

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Woodstock Vermont is Green and Strong!

May 8th, 2012 by kathy

The Jackson House Inn is green and Woodstock Vermont is strong

Spring is returning at The Jackson House Inn

Tropical Storm Irene Vermont Strong license plates celebrate unity

Showing support and pride for our state

The grounds at The Jackson House Inn are full of singing birds, blooming flowers and the ever-changing greens of spring.  Tropical Storm Irene did leave her mark on our area, but the mild winter and warm temperatures have given us an early carpet of green.  Roads are repaired, bridges are back (or on their way with planned projects), and support continues.  For those of you who are familiar with our nearby section of US Route 4 in Woodstock, you will find the Woodstock Farmers’ Market offering their delicious sandwiches, prepared foods and products, and we eagerly await the return of the beloved White Cottage Snack Bar (looks to be very soon).   Billings Farm & Museum is welcoming guests, and the hiking trails on Mt. Tom show even wider views of the “green” of central Vermont.  “Green-Up Day” was coordinated on Saturday, May 5, in Woodstock and around the state to give the outdoors a good spring cleaning!  As relative newcomers (only in our second year as residents in the state), we have already been amazed by the resilient, hard-working nature of everyone we meet.  Native Vermonters are, indeed, proud of their Green Mountain State heritage, and those of us who have chosen the state as home feel that sense of pride.  Another encouraging sight is the increasing number of green “Vermont Strong” license plates on local streets, in parking lots and on highways.  The state is offering license plates for Vermont registered vehicles with proceeds going to select non-profits.  The image was created by two native Vermonters, Eric Mallette and Lyz Tomsuden, whose response to the needs of Irene went viral (http://www.iamvermontstrong.com/).

 

 

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Woodstock Magazine’s Winter Issue Features The Jackson House Inn

January 22nd, 2012 by kathy

Woodstock Magazine - Winter 2012  The Jackson House Inn is thrilled to be featured in the winter issue of Woodstock Magazine. The publication is well-known for beautiful, informative articles and important community listings.  Thank you to Mountain View Publishing for selecting us, to Cindy Parker for her words and to Christian Giannelli Photography for the images.  Visit the magazine’s website (www.woodstockmagazineonline.com) to see our fireplace on the Contents page of the Digital Edition along with our story on pages 38-39 (pages 36-37 in the printed magazine).   And, while you’re there, you can order a yearly subscription which brings the wonder of Woodstock to your door each season!

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Come to Woodstock – Pre-Holiday Vermont Getaway Special

November 17th, 2011 by kathy

A peaceful retreat by the roaring fire at The Jackson House Inn

Fireside at The Jackson House

Come to The Jackson House Inn for a relaxing, cozy Vermont bed and breakfast getaway.  Enjoy two weekend nights in one of our suites or classic rooms and pay the weekday rate – a savings of up to 15%.

The leaves have dropped and the views are magnificent in the central region of the state!  White birches and evergreens frame rolling hillsides and landscapes.  Stroll the shops and galleries in Woodstock village and surrounding towns – maybe a bit of early holiday shopping?  Visit Billings Farm & Museum for Thanksgiving or holiday traditions or Woodstock’s Dana House to experience times gone by.

Soothing surroundings in The Jackson House Inn's suites

Soothing surroundings in The Jackson House Inn's suites

Breathe in fresh air along the hiking paths of Mount Tom or the Appalachian Trail.  Enjoy the early season skiing options at Killington or Okemo.  Then return to the inn to soak in one of our massage tubs or sit by our floor-to-ceiling fireplace.  Take advantage of our reduced rates to refresh in Woodstock, Vermont, before the busy holidays arrive!

 

 

 

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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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