Guidebook for Westminster West
Food Scene
Fantastic farm-to-table dining with exactly what you would expect for Vermont farm-to-table ambiance. There is a gorgeous covered porch wrapped in wisteria for when the weather is nice, and a huge stone hearth to keep you toasty in the winter. Brunch on weekends.
39 locals recommend
The Gleanery
133 Main StFantastic farm-to-table dining with exactly what you would expect for Vermont farm-to-table ambiance. There is a gorgeous covered porch wrapped in wisteria for when the weather is nice, and a huge stone hearth to keep you toasty in the winter. Brunch on weekends.
Fine dining in delightful Walpole Village. Really good brunch on weekends that is more affordable than their evening dining menu. Perfect place for a special night out.
37 locals recommend
The Restaurant at Burdick's
47 Main StFine dining in delightful Walpole Village. Really good brunch on weekends that is more affordable than their evening dining menu. Perfect place for a special night out.
Drinks & Nightlife
Fun, neighborhood bar with affordable, better-than-average bar menu. There is a pool table on the second floor, outdoor dining in the summertime, and sometimes live music.
10 locals recommend
J.D. McCliments Gastropub
26 Bellows Falls RdFun, neighborhood bar with affordable, better-than-average bar menu. There is a pool table on the second floor, outdoor dining in the summertime, and sometimes live music.
Parks & Nature
The trailhead to this amazing trail is within walking distance of the house and is definitely my favorite local hike. I had gone hiking here with a school group when I was 17 and didn't realize until AFTER I bought the house that this was the same Pinnacle trail... at which point I felt like I had won the lottery. The hike up to the Pinnacle lean-to and back is about three miles and with a mix of walk/running usually takes me under an hour, but the trails go on for miles beyond, along the ridge so you could use the house as a base camp for a long backpacking trip or go for several different longer hikes during your stay.
19 locals recommend
Putney Mountain Pinnacle Trailhead
1027 Windmill Hill Rd NThe trailhead to this amazing trail is within walking distance of the house and is definitely my favorite local hike. I had gone hiking here with a school group when I was 17 and didn't realize until AFTER I bought the house that this was the same Pinnacle trail... at which point I felt like I had won the lottery. The hike up to the Pinnacle lean-to and back is about three miles and with a mix of walk/running usually takes me under an hour, but the trails go on for miles beyond, along the ridge so you could use the house as a base camp for a long backpacking trip or go for several different longer hikes during your stay.
Arts & Culture
A great art museum in downtown Brattleboro. Wonderful local and international artists and fantastic kids' programs.
53 locals recommend
Brattleboro Museum & Art Center
10 Vernon StA great art museum in downtown Brattleboro. Wonderful local and international artists and fantastic kids' programs.
Shopping
My favorite antique store, that I'm hesitant to send anyone to because I don't want it to get picked over. Very reasonable prices and museum-like decor that will hold your attention for hours on a rainy day.
24 locals recommend
Windham Antique Center
5 SquareMy favorite antique store, that I'm hesitant to send anyone to because I don't want it to get picked over. Very reasonable prices and museum-like decor that will hold your attention for hours on a rainy day.
Essentials
Natural food co-op. Has everything you would expect, plus sandwiches. There is a very sweet, small farmer's market on the lawn across from the co-op on Sundays from 11-2 May through October.
40 locals recommend
Putney Food Co-op
8 Carol Brown WayNatural food co-op. Has everything you would expect, plus sandwiches. There is a very sweet, small farmer's market on the lawn across from the co-op on Sundays from 11-2 May through October.
Sweet, Vermont country store. Really good breakfast sandwiches, coffee, pastries. Basic groceries and wine/beer.
24 locals recommend
Putney General Store
4 Kimball HillSweet, Vermont country store. Really good breakfast sandwiches, coffee, pastries. Basic groceries and wine/beer.
Entertainment & Activities
Great little theatre with a wide variety of shows. Definitely worth checking out their calendar to see if there's anything happening that peaks your interest while you're in town.
24 locals recommend
Next Stage Arts Project
15 Kimball HillGreat little theatre with a wide variety of shows. Definitely worth checking out their calendar to see if there's anything happening that peaks your interest while you're in town.
Yellow Barn
49 Main StClassical music program in July and August.
Cool, old, art deco theatre right in downtown Brattleboro. Shows mostly mainstream movies, with a handful of some more out-of-the box picks.
60 locals recommend
Latchis Theatre
50 Main StCool, old, art deco theatre right in downtown Brattleboro. Shows mostly mainstream movies, with a handful of some more out-of-the box picks.