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Horseback Riding
Edson Hill Manor, 1500 Edson Road, Stowe, VT, 802-253-7371
Enjoy Vermont at your own pace on a guided horseback ride
through the 225 acres of private forest and countryside that
house this historic country inn and award-winning restaurant.
Guided tours are offered from May through mid-November from
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tours last approximately 50 minutes
and the pricing is $30.00 per person if you're a guest at
the resort and $35 per person otherwise. Would you like a
longer ride or enjoy a picnic during your stroll? Call for
arrangements. Private lessons are also available. www.edsonhillmanor.com
Peterson Brook Farm, 802-253-9052
This private farm built in 1840 on 45 acres provides a panoramic
view of the mountains as a perfect backdrop for the one-hour
horseback riding guided tour through peaceful, majestic trails.
The farm has been in operation since 1992, accommodates beginners
to advance horseback riders and is located just 5 miles from
Stowe Village. Open May to October, daily, 10AM to 3PM. Call
for more information and reservations. www.petersonbrookfarm.com
Trapp Family Lodge Touring Center, 700 Trapp Hill Road,
Stowe, VT, 800-826-7000
Enjoy old-fashioned horse drawn carriage and sleigh rides
through the 2,700 acres of this European mountain resort.
Carriage and sleigh rides are offered from early December
through April for $5.00 per person and last approximately
25 minutes. After your sleigh ride, be sure to experience
some authentic Australian cuisine and fresh baked goods at
one of their three unique restaurants sure to heighten all
five senses.
Vermont Icelandic Adventures, PO Box 577, Waitsfield,
VT, 802-496-7141
Experience the gentle nature of Icelandic horses on a daylong
trip between inns, with point to point lodging accommodations
provided. Located approximately one hour north of Rutland
and one hour south of Burlington, the inn has been in operation
for over 20 years. Vermont Icelandic Adventures caters to
all skill levels of riding with various packages ranging from
hourly to weekly options. Call for prices and reservations.
www.icelandichorses.com
Windy Willows Farm, 802-635-7355
Just above the village of Johnson, lies this farm of hidden
trails yearning to be explored on horseback. Located about
30 minutes from Stowe, they offer a variety of rides all year
long. Take a 1 ½ hour jaunt or a 3 hour picnic ride
or enjoy a full day of riding with lunch. This is a great
activity for the family as they can accommodate children ages
12 and up and offer pony rides as well.
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