Great place to stay. Family is very welcoming and the Alpaca's are great. Unique experience…read more Definately a recommendation. Justin (Netherlands)

The Vermont Wedding Barn, aka Champlain Valley Alpacas, aka a Little Slice of Vermont Heaven, was…read moreeverything we could have hoped for and more for our July '19 wedding. Jenny and Les, owners and host extraordinaires, are incredibly friendly, sweet, easy people to work with. Les' brother, Bill, was also on site all weekend, lending his hands and just being friendly. They went above and beyond their normal wedding weekend duties to make sure everything went smooth on our weekend. And look at those alpacas! They are such unique, cool, cute animals that were all much more sweet than we had imagined. They really provide a lot of character to this beautiful Bridport venue, and the 'Running of the Alpacas' is something we will never forget! When we booked this venue sight unseen, we had been a little apprehensive to see it in person for the first time, but the barn itself is much more spacious than some of the photos make it seem (we fit 140 people, buffet tables, a 5-piece band, bar, and more in there), the manicured lawn all around it provides tons of room for lawn games, appetizer tables, cocktail hour, etc., the pool cottage is a charming, spacious studio with a nice shaded deck and, of course, the pool to hop in when it got too hot was a big family favorite. There are a few different options for ceremony site depending on your preference, which is a nice thing for a venue to offer. We chose the sunny spot, next to the vineyard with the Adirondack backdrop. Can't beat it. It's worth noting that when booking at the Vermont Wedding Barn, you are booking the space to use for your wedding. Unlike some other places, you are not hiring a team to help coordinate, set up, take care of the logistical aspects. As I said, Jenny and Les were very helpful to us in so many ways, but just remember there are a lot of moving pieces that go into a wedding weekend! Planning and executing our wedding ourselves, we learned this first hand. Be sure you have help arranged for the weekend (recruit your family + friends!). Of course, this makes the Vermont Wedding Barn more financially viable than a lot of other VT venues! Overall, if it isn't obvious yet, we loved this place and would certainly recommend the venue to anyone looking for a beautiful, outdoor Vermont setting. There is something about a barn wedding that is just so fun, the 60 or so alpaca on the farm give the property a unique, fun leg up on other Vermont venues, and Jenny & Les take it over the top with their hospitality and friendliness. We are so happy we tied the knot at this great family farm - it will always hold a place in our hearts.

LOVED the little area and wine tasting. Claire was absolutely amazing, fun to talk to, and knew…read moreexactly which wine my non wine drinking husband would like. Left with bottles of wine and signing up for their wine subscription. Seriously, it's a little out of the way but 100% worth the time for a LOT of Vermont hospitality. :)

Came here on a Monday and received amazing service from Claire. She answered any and all questions…read morewe had regarding the area and the wine. It was a beautiful day so we sat outside overlooking the pond, such a relaxing place to spend a money afternoon. I recommend trying their flights as all the wines come from different vineyards in Vermont. Thank you Claire!

I can't say enough about this resort. I suffer from all sorts of stress related illnesses. Basin…read moreHarbor is my sanctuary vacation spot. I swim with my dog in the Basin. The restaurant is great. The snack bar is great. The cottages are dog friendly. I love the atmosphere. Come here not to save money. Come here to save your health and your life.

A really beautiful venue we attended for a wedding. The grounds are truly beautiful and manicured,…read moreand every staff member was top shelf! Everyone we met who attended gave nice reviews for their accommodations and we viewed some that were very, very nice. We lost out, sadly. That said, our unit was an absolute disaster! I replied to Basin Harbor's post-stay survey but have had no response. I normally give rave reviews to places we've stayed around the world; BUT, our unit at $330+ per night after taxes was horrible. We stayed, in basically an upstairs attic space with no refrigerator, no coffee maker (they were in the hall outside the room to be shared and the coffee maker didn't even work!) There was no TV which was ok in a rustic place but not even 2 seats to sit for us both in the unit. The attic ceilings were so low, I continually hit my head and literally had to kneel(!) to see my reflection in the bathroom mirror to shave our comb my hair. I have pictures if you don't believe it. The shortage of convenient electical outlets in this attic space that really should only be rented to a single person who doesn't mind all of these inconveniences and at a much lower rate. Truly overpriced for this unit. We were there for a wedding and my wife could not see her reflection either in the tiny mirror to prepare. We did not complain since this was a celebratory event and we were sure to tip all of the wonderful staff; BUT feel like we really got mistreated even though we booked with very ample time for this event. If you go to Basin Harbor, do NOT accept accommodations listed as Penfield Place, particularly the 2nd Floor which we had no warning of. Had a wonderful weekend for this event but the absolute worst accommodations.

A really fascinating place to visit for a decent hike/ tour. It's a self guided tour after you grab…read moreyour tickets inside the gift shop. There are some pretty incredible views & a few astounding caves you can explore. The trail features quite a bit of stairs & winding paths so come prepared (eg. walking stick if need be). We saw plenty of families, children & seniors on the trail so it's suitable for an array of people. We saved the coolest part for last: cracking open a few geodes. This is completely random but it's enchanting to wait & see what color is inside! We love this place.

Such a great day for kids while in the Adirondacks! The geode popping and activities at the end of…read morethe trail were fun.

My husband and I stayed at the Strong House Inn for 4 weeknights in late October. We stayed the…read moreAdirondack room on the first floor of the Rabbit Ridge guesthouse. The room has a delightful 'outdoorsy' decor, a large and luxurious bathroom, and a private patio abutting a little birch forest. The bed and the bedding were very comfortable. The common rooms and the dining rooms of the main house were spacious and tastefully decorated. The breakfast was fresh and flavorful, with an egg dish, a sweet side, and fresh fruit every morning. There were no choices when it came to breakfast, which may be a turn-off for some people. The location of the Inn with respect to downtown Vergennes is a big plus. Several local restaurants, many of the city's historic sights, and charming shops are one-half to three-quarters of a mile walk away. The weather was beautiful, and my husband and I enjoyed strolling to and through the city many times. We had a very enjoyable stay at the Inn, and would recommend it as a relaxing and beautiful Vermont place to stay.

Overall very disappointed. I am one of those persons who is ok with sacrificing luxury for a good…read moreprice. But this place was fairly expensive and far from luxurious. I felt ripped off, especially since AAA Automoble Club has rated this establishment with three stars. They will hear from me. Positives first: friendly owner/manager; pretty public area with dining room nicely furnished in old style Queen Anne and Chipendale; host provided a lovely hot breakfast; there were plenty of brochures for sight-seeing attractions in the area. Negatives: Sofa in manager's office was stacked with shopping bags and large plastic bins, making for an unfavorable first impression at check-in. Very small room furnished from granny's attic; the "twin beds" were actually a king bed whose headboard and footboard had been sawed in half. Air conditioning did not work (or was set at a warm temperature) and when we opened the window to try to get some air we found the window sill and window casing paint was badly chipped and should have been scraped and painted 15 years ago (see picture). Floors were dirty; white bathroom door had yellowed from years of smudged finger prints (see picture). In an old house you can expect to see door stops at the floor to hold doors open, but never before had I seen a fire extinguisher used as a door stop (see picture). This place is struggling and I am sorry to post this negative information. I would not have stayed here for one third the price had I known in advance.

Food&service is very good.The ambiance is inviting& relaxing &the prices on the menu are reasonable.read more

Improve food-new chef and attitude. Fix acoustic problems. Discourage noisy clientele. Use more…read morethan one large room, allowing for quieter areas. And then raise prices to pay for it.

Change of venue from the stress of a big city to a town like Middlebury where life is simple, no…read moreworries just walk in the wilderness!. Hotel with a good room and a comfortable bed to sleep in!. Bistro in the lobby, a perfect way to settle down!. No problem with signing in!. Respectful personal to meet and greet others!.

Our suite had a few flaws: the fireplace was non-operational, and the A/C system was incredibly…read moreloud, waking us up about every 30-45 minutes it seemed. However the suite was a good size and in good condition, and the pullout couch bed was decently comfortable too. The marketplace in the lobby was well stocked and reasonably priced, and the amenities on site were in good condition. Plenty of parking too, and a stoplight right at the exit to make it easier to come and go! Breakfast isn't included though, and for the price point that was surprising.

The Vergennes Town Square and the gazebo therein are a fun spot for a small wedding. The park is…read morewell landscaped with trees and flowering plants as well as brick walks. There are benches in front of the gazebo (which is often used for small concerts in the summer) for guests to sit on. The square is surrounded by lots of cute boutiquey restaurants-- so a small wedding in the park followed by dinner in a restaurant (like Cristophe's on the Green) would be easy and fun. The one big drawback (especially if you're a local) is that you're right on 4 main streets and in a public space. The wedding I shot there involved people driving by honking and yelling (congratulations or don't do it, run!) as well as ceremony crashers.