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Northeast Kingdom
Venture Into Vermont's Northeast Kingdom for Unspoiled Landscapes, Scenic Backroads, Charming Small Towns and Outdoor Adventures Worth the Journey.
From Lake Willoughby and Burke Mountain to quiet villages and scenic backroads, Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom offers outdoor adventures and memorable escapes.
Local favorites in Northeast Kingdom
Shop or general store
Whistle Emporium
Brewery
Whirligig Brewing
Inn
Wildflower Inn
Shop or general store
Willey’s Store
Everyday life museum
Museum of Everyday Life
Attraction
Vermont Reindeer Farm
Independent bookstore
Galaxy Bookshop
Jasper Hill cheese
Cellars at Jasper Hill
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Guides to Northeast Kingdom
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The Arts
An Extraordinary Art Gallery Inside St. Johnsbury’s Athenaeum
Inside St. Johnsbury’s Athenaeum, a historic art gallery holds one of Vermont’s most famous paintings: The Domes of the Yosemite.
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Northeast Kingdom
Inside Vermont’s Free St. Johnsbury Seed Library
Find free seeds inside the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, where this community seed library invites anyone to take, grow and share.
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Breweries
Whirligig Brewing Is a Reason to Stay for Dinner in St. Johnsbury
Come hungry to Whirligig Brewing in St. Johnsbury, where the food is as much a reason to visit as the beer.
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Bakeries
Café Lotti: A Whimsical Gathering Place in East Burke
Café Lotti in East Burke pairs coffee and sandwiches with visitor sketches and a whimsical space that reminds me of Theo of Golden.
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Bakeries
Boule Bakery Is My First Stop for a Morning in St. Johnsbury
Big windows, creative lattes and an amazing cinnamon roll make Boule Bakery a welcoming stop in downtown St. Johnsbury.
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Wellness
East Burke Sauna Club: Vermont’s Most Affordable Riverside Sauna Experience?
East Burke Sauna Club offers private sauna sessions starting at $25 beside a beautiful brook, just steps from Kingdom Trails in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom.
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Bakeries
Auntie Dee Dee’s in East Burke: The Sourdough & Sandwich Shop You Need to Know About
Tucked along the road to Burke Mountain, Auntie Dee Dee's has developed a loyal following for its naturally leavened sourdough, generously filled sandwiches and homemade pastries. Here's what to order at this small East Burke bakery and what to know before visiting.
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Casual Eats
A Weekend in St. Johnsbury, Vermont: Where to Eat, Drink, Shop & Explore
Planning a visit to St. Johnsbury, Vermont? From Dog Mountain and the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail to fresh pastries at Boule, craft beer at Whirligig, historic museums and a stay at a working horse sanctuary, here's how I'd spend a weekend exploring this Northeast Kingdom town.
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Airbnbs
Stone City Treehouse in Hardwick, Vermont: An Off-Grid Escape
Tucked into the woods of Hardwick, Vermont, Stone City Treehouse offers a rustic off-grid escape with a hanging outdoor bed, wood-fired sauna and nearby river access. Here's what to know about this unique Northeast Kingdom getaway and why it's worth unplugging for a night or two.
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Hikes
Heaven’s Bench: One of Vermont’s Most Beautiful Places to Sit and Stay Awhile
Sometimes the most memorable views in Vermont aren’t found at the summit of a mountain or the end of a challenging hike. Sometimes they’re waiting at…
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