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11/21/17
Events

Enjoy A Killington Thanksgiving

No matter where you choose to celebrate, Thanksgiving is a holiday filled with emotion. This is the time of year where you begin to realize just how much you have to be thankful for, and we don’t judge you for any tears that may be shed! Unfortunately, the stresses that can accompany this wonderful holiday can often push away the gratitude, with resentment and anger moving to the forefront—especially if...

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10/23/17
Activities

Top Killington Activities and Tours

Vermont is a state that comes alive in the fall, with trees so colorful they take your breath away at first sight. You might expect that leaf tours are some of our most popular tours; well, you would be right! But in Killington, we are so much more than that. Killington is the type of place you want to spend time getting to know, and the tours of the town...

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10/19/17
Activities

5 Fun Killington Facts You May Not Know

Living in Vermont has taught us to appreciate the simple things in life—things such as warm gloves that allow you to text without having to take them off, electric heat (fires are romantic and wonderful, but limited in the areas they can heat!), and the ability to take off work early in the midst of winter and hit the slopes for a few hours of fun! All of this is...

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09/5/17
Activities

Getting Ready for Fall: The 5 Best Things to Do Near Killington VT

Many people talk about all of the fun things to do and see in Killington during the summer and winter months, but what about autumn—the gorgeous season in between? Killington has so much to offer for visitors year-round, and the fall season is no exception. Below, we’ve put together a list of just a handful of the reasons why we love fall and some of the best things to do...

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07/7/17
Events

What You Need to Know About Killington Oktoberfest!

You don’t need to travel to Munich for a great Oktoberfest celebration. Since 2015, Killington Resort has celebrated German culture with an Oktoberfest extravaganza, one of our favorite Killington VT events! Listen to fantastic live music, indulge in some delicious brats, and (of course) enjoy refreshing German beer. Oktoberfest is typically held the second weekend of October and lasts for two days. So grab a beer stein and pull up...

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06/30/17
Day Trip

Take a Day Trip to the Coolidge Homestead

Vermont is a haven for anyone interested in U.S. history. From Hildene, the summer home of the Lincoln family, to sites of historic battlefields to the birthplaces of two presidents, we are lucky to be surrounded by such history. An example of this is the Coolidge Homestead. Less than 20 minutes from Killington, VT, is the birthplace of our 30th President: Calvin Coolidge. This 600-acre site includes the hillside cemetery...

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06/23/17
Outdoors

The Ultimate Guide to the FIS World Cup in Killington

The FIS World Cup is returning to Killington, Vermont this year! Some of the best ski racers in the world will be competing for the famous Crystal Globe over the course of Thanksgiving weekend. Killington Resort, a beautiful ski resort close to many of our rental properties, will be hosting the event as they have in previous years. In 2016, the Killington World Cup attracted 30,000 spectators – and more...

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06/16/17
Breweries

7 of the Best Vermont Breweries

Did you know that Vermont has more craft breweries per capita than any other state in the country? For many Vermont residents, beer is more than just a delicious beverage – it’s an art. Attention is paid to every detail of the brewing process, from the ingredients to the bottling process. Whether you’re a connoisseur of craft beer or a casual drinker just looking to cool off, you need to...

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06/9/17
Activities

Everything You Need to Know about the Vermont Challenge

Attention cyclists: the dates of the 2017 Vermont Challenge have been announced! From August 17 to 20, join other riders from across the U.S. and Canada in a tour through south and central Vermont. Enjoy the picturesque countryside, the quaint historic villages, and the incredible views during your journey. Strap on your helmet and pump up your tires for the Vermont Challenge! Looking for places to visit before you take...

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06/2/17
Vermont

Why You Need to Visit the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park

Vermont residents are passionate about land conservation and environmentalism. Nowhere is that more apparent than The Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park, just outside of Woodstock, VT. It opened in 1998 and was the first national park in Vermont. While the name may be a mouthful, the park’s importance cannot be overstated. The park pays tribute to local conservationists and environmentalists who dedicated much of their time to protecting our beautiful land. Today, visitors...

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05/26/17
Day Trip

Why You Need to Explore Coolidge State Park

A trip to Coolidge State Park in Vermont is like taking a trip back in time. You’ll see the park as it was when it was first created in the 1930s. The park, named for President Calvin Coolidge, is flanked by the eastern sections of Calvin Coolidge State Forest. Calvin Coolidge State Forest is the biggest in the state, and Coolidge State Park, which serves as its recreational center, is...

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05/18/17
Day Trip

Explore the Stunning Woodstock Hiking Trails at Mount Peg

About 30 minutes outside of Killington is the quaint town Woodstock. Though Woodstock is small, its residents are passionate about environmental preservation and protection. Nowhere is this clearer than Mount Peg, a small hiking spot right outside of the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park. Once used as a country club, Mount Peg in Woodstock, VT is now a stunning hiking trail that is perfect for casual hikers to more experienced trail...

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