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To contact us: 456 Old Connecticut River Rd., Springfield, VT 05156 Phone: 802-885-9597— 802-885-2088 Email: mollica@christmastreesofvt.com
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The farm is an ideal place for a quiet, relaxing interlude. There is plenty of room to wander around between the Connecticut River and the Skitchewaug mountain. From the top of the Skitchewaug there are beautiful views of the river valley. For birding enthusiasts, tree farms are a treasure trove, since there is a no more ideal nesting site for many birds. |
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In front of the property lies the beautiful Connecticut River which runs from the Canadian border to Long Island Sound. It is the largest river in New England. We have a private dock in the river, with canoes and a rowboat for your use. We also have several tubes for frolicking children (and adults). Fishing is available right off the dock and in several nearby trout streams. In the winter the hearty can fish through the ice at a sheltered cove just 2 miles away.
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Swimming in the river is absolutely safe and enjoyable. But for those of you who might prefer not to swim with the fishes, we have a large in ground pool which we usually open in late June. Before then, in Vermont, the only mammals who swim are beavers and bears. |
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There is very little traffic on the river road and only slightly more on nearby Route 5, so cycling is safe for young and old. We have an assortment of elderly bicycles you can use if you choose not to bring your own. |
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The Surrounding Area |
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The Springfield village center, 5 miles from the farm, has a supermarket, two pharmacies, several banks, restaurants and miscellaneous shops. In addition, in case of emergencies, Springfield has a small hospital. For serious problems, the farm is within easy reach of the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, associated with Dartmouth College. Dartmouth is also usually awash in cultural activities.
For serious shoppers, Claremont and West Lebanon, New Hampshire and Manchester, Vermont are within easy driving distance. For a real taste of an old time country store you can stop at the nearby Vermont Country Store. If you’re visiting from some distance, you may not even mind a 3 hour drive to Boston, where you can see a lot and buy almost anything.
For serious hikers Vermont’s Long Trail presents some real challenges. For hiking a bit closer to home, we suggest Mt. Ascutney, only about 20 minutes away. The mountain has three well marked trails to the summit. The faint of heart can drive to within .7 miles of the top and hike the rest of the way.
There are also many activities for children. The Montshire Museum of science is noted for its hands on displays for children. The Mountain Slide at Bromley will give the kids plenty of action. The area abounds with interesting and picturesque Vermont towns such as Grafton, Chester, Weston and Peru, to name just a few. Woodstock, one of Vermont’s most popular tourist attractions, is about 40 minutes from the farm. On the way you can visit Quechee Gorge (Vermont’s answer to the Grand Canyon) , the many antique shops and flea markets in the area or the Raptor Center where captive birds of prey are displayed. Quechee is also the home of Simon Pearce where you can watch glassblowers and potters at work and dine overlooking the Ottaquechee River . In Woodstock you can visit the Billings Farm Museum to learn about Vermont’s agricultural history.
For Winter visitors there are two groomed cross country ski areas in Springfield and several others nearby. Downhill skiers can get plenty of action at Okemo, Sunapee, Stratton, Bromley or Killington. For other information on Vermont activities go to the following websites:
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Outdoors Around the Farm |
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A beautiful eagle soaring over the Connecticut River |
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New chickens on the farm |