CURATED EXPERIENCES
Curated Experiences
Let us help you discover all that Upstate New York and Southern Vermont have to offer. Shortly after you have completed your reservation you’ll receive a hand selected list of local activities and experiences available to you during your stay. Our concierge, being well-versed in local restaurants, activities, and shopping, will be happy to assist in making sure your itinerary guarantees an unforgettable experience.
Washington County has something to offer everyone – the adventure-seeker will enjoy our proximity to the Battenkill River and the Green Mountains; foodies can sample a wide array of local cheese, wine and beer at nearby farms and vineyards; and artisans of all mediums can find inspiration along the Washington County Arts Trail. Plan your trip around any of our surrounding town events, festivals, and fairs, or ask our concierge to book a spot in local classes like natural dyeing, yoga, or floral arrangements.
Look through our curated list below and let us know how we can make sure your visit is 10/10!
Sights, Shops, and Sips
No vacation is complete without seeing what it’s like to be a “local”; we love where we live and know that you will too. Let us show you our breathtaking scenery, share our small businesses that help us fill our bookshelves, walls and wine cellars, or take a drive on picturesque country roads to see the charm of our famous covered bridges. We just might convince you to keep coming back!
Cambridge Valley Artisans Market
Bennington Potters
Lake George
Dancing Ewe Farm Dinner
Battenkill Books
Quechee Gorge
Mount Equinox Scenic Skyline Drive
Maple Sugaring
Covered Bridges of New York and Vermont
New Skete Monastery
Saratoga Racetrack
Apple Picking
Wineries
Victory View Vineyard
Ledge Rock Hill
Autumn’s Harvest
Northern Cross Vineyard
Upper Hudson Wine Trail
Breweries
Scotlander Brewing
Melo Moon Cider
Brown's Brewing Co
Argyle Brewing Co
Bound By Fate
Common Roots
Slate Town Brewing
Druther's Saratoga
ADK Brewing
Outdoor Adventures
It’s no secret – the locals of Upstate New York and Vermont thrive in the outdoors, no matter what season it is. You’ll have no shortage of opportunity to explore the nearby mountains and waterways, enjoy our mild summer or crisp fall while playing a round of golf, or take in the view from above in a hot air balloon. Choose your own adventure and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Fly Fishing Lessons
Guided Nature Walks
Wetlands Canoeing
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Hiking
Biking
Yoga
Adirondack ATV Tours
Golf
Kayak the Battenkill
The Georgi Museum & Park
Horseback Riding
Hot Air Balloon Rides
Cambridge Community Forest
Art & History
Guests who are fascinated by battlefields, monuments, and any number of expressions of creativity will find plenty to do in the area. From fine art to sculpture, our museums, galleries and parks are full of artists you may know and many more waiting for you to discover. Walk on Revolutionary War battlefields or head up the Bennington Monument to its observation deck where you can see the valleys and rolling hills of Vermont, New York, and Massachusetts. The rich history of the Northeast is on display for you to experience!
Fort Salem Theater
Bennington Battlefield & Monument
Norman Rockwell Exhibit at The Sugar Shack
Hildene – Lincoln Family Home
Mass MOCA
Salem Art Works
Bennington Monument Art and Cultural Center
Washington County Arts Trail
Southern Vermont Arts Center
Hubbard Hall
The Bennington Museum
American Museum of Fly Fishing
Saratoga National Historic Park
Farm & Fiber Tours
Washington County and surrounding areas are known for their vast farmland, providing homegrown goods for locals, tourists, and communities throughout the Northeast. Guests of The Preserve can experience farm life firsthand by joining a natural dye workshop at Wing & A Prayer Farm, feed the goats at Happy Kids Farm, or take Instagram-worthy photos in lavender fields at Lavenlair Farm. Whatever you choose, you’re sure to have an experience unlike any other!
Gardenworks Farm & Cafe
Lavenlair Farm
Wing & A Prayer Farm
Washington County Fiber Tour
Merck Forest & Farmland Center
Happy Kids Farm
Antiquing
Upstate New York and New England are well-known for attracting collectors and antique enthusiasts alike. The town of Cambridge has many eclectic stores filled with treasures you won’t find anywhere else. We also suggest taking a drive through county roads in New York and Vermont where you’ll be sure to stumble upon smaller establishments that have been known to hold priceless one-of-a-kind pieces.
Tiashoke Farm & Antiques
Hubbard Block Antiques
Cambridge Valley Antiques
Bob Burgess Estate Sales
Eagle Bridge Antiques
Washington County Antiques Trail
Festivals & Fairs
We may be a little bias but we happen to think this area offers some of the best festivals and fairs in Upstate New York. There’s something for everyone to enjoy from fly fishing to fibers, all within 30 minutes of The Preserve, making this a prime location to rest your head. Plan your trip around any of these events, or check out the nearby towns below for more options!
Cambridge Valley Balloon Festival
Washington County Fair
Battenkill Fly Fishing Festival
County Bounty Tour
Schaghticoke Fair
Adirondack Wool and Arts Festival
Stratton Harvest Fest
Nearby Towns and Event Spaces
Cambridge, NY
Salem, NY
Greenwich, NY
Saratoga Springs, NY
Bennington, VT
Manchester, VT
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