2 Best Hotels in Arlington, Southern Vermont

Few hotels or inns in Vermont can match the sumptuous views of Mt. Equinox and surrounding hillscape of this former dairy farm built in 1830, whether seen from the large wraparound porch, the firepit (where you can roast s'mores), or the outdoor hot tub. Rooms here and in the separate 1790 guesthouse have been given a country-boutique facelift without sacrificing any of the traditional charm, which is further enhanced by resident alpacas and fluffy barn cats.

This 1810 farmhouse sits on 150 mountainside acres with hiking trails and easy access to the Battenkill River, where you can canoe or go tubing; in winter, guests can sled down a former ski slope or borrow snowshoes or cross-country skis. The house is a patchwork of additions and gables, so rooms have eccentric configurations, but all are comfortable, with nice views and sitting areas.