Inn at Clearwater Pond

Name: Inn at Clearwater Pond
Address: 984 Quechee-Hartland Road, Quechee, VT, 05059, US
Telephone: (802) 295-0606
Price range: $$$

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Pictorial, stunning, romantic. Then add a bit of adventure, just for the fun of it! You've discovered our hidden gem! Yet, we're not. Need to slow down your pace?

Our bed and breakfast offers that most inviting feeling of "being off the beaten path". The Village of Quechee and the very popular Simon Pearce Restaurant are only 1 mile away. The quintessential Village of Woodstock is just down the road. We are able to provide our travelers with exactly what they are looking for - convenient access to area attractions, shopping and dining plus peaceful serenity

and calming beauty of the country. So, welcome to this most picturesque region of Vermont and enjoy the magnificent Quechee Gorge National Park, located just behind our property. We offer an elegant and private country cottage (perfect for that romantic weekend away), a crystal clear swimming pond and the panorama of the lush countryside is striking. Our bed and breakfast offers a bit of excitement as well! We are one of few area B&B's where you can step out our door, climb into the basket of a hot-air balloon and lift off from the backyard for a thrilling flight! Then pamper yourself with a soothing massage performed in the privacy & comfort of your room. We're classy, romantic and beautiful. Come experience our superb get-away and see for yourself.

10/25/2019

As I was preparing breakfast for my guests, the sun peaked through the tree and the Quechee Gorge was covered beneath a white blanket of mist. I couldn't resist a walk out back. Truly, a beautiful morning here in Quechee, Vermont!

09/30/2019

Inn at Clearwater Pond Hot-Air Balloon Flights

08/22/2019

Well...what can I say other than September is quickly approaching. September in Vermont is our kick-off to fall. It's the place between the haze of summer and the craze of the holidays. A typical Vermont landscape during the fall is simple yet breathtaking. Picture a tall white steeple, rising up from a small quaint town set against the backdrop of rolling hills, vibrant with deep red, orange and yellow foliage. It's the perfect time of year for long drives through the countryside, visiting local farmer's markets, picking apples, going on scenic mountain hikes. Our Upper Valley is an outdoor enthusiast's Mecca and is teaming with so many things to do each day that it presents the pleasant dilemma of what to choose every day!

September brings us many activities - outdoor concerts, fairs, festivals, farmers' markets, equestrian events, journeys to find that perfect brew, places to pitch a tent, family reunions, weddings...

Our guests enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres on our porches and lawn. People are jumping into our rivers, kayaking, canoeing, boating, tubing and fishing. The wonderful smell of campfires in the gorge fills the air. Visitors and locals drive our back roads. Nature's beauty is everywhere.

Everyone and everything is electric!

And this past weekend and much to the delight of my guests (and myself) a hot-air balloon ascended from my backyard, gracefully soared above my trees and then drifted silently across the Gorge...always such an impressive sight.

There are many reasons to visit Vermont and I can't list them all...but here are a few:

World's Best Cheddar - Vermont has more cheesemakers per capita than any other state

Good Beer - Vermont has more microbreweries per capita than any other state

Views - Our views go on forever

No Billboards Allowed!

Reflective Moments

Because it's "Moonlight in Vermont"

Inspiring Steeples

World-class Photo Opportunities - Vermont has more than 100 covered bridges

It's In The Trees - Three-quarters of Vermont is forested. The other quarter is just as beautiful!

Don't believe us? Come to Vermont and see for yourself...

Simply drive our back roads and you will quickly discover that each corner has its own beauty..and, at times, backed by a cerulean sky or a dusty purple bank of clouds or a massive rising moon.

06/27/2019

OL' MAN RIVER that ol' man river, he don't say nothing but he must know something - cause he just keeps rolling, he keeps rolling along........

The Longest Float Trip In Vermont Will Bring Your Summer Tubing Dreams To Life

There’s no better way to spend a lazy summer day than floating down a beautiful river with your friends. If that sounds appealing, you need to check out this amazing tubing trip that will take you all day… in a good way. River tubing in Vermont is an adventurous and fun way to spend a day!

A float trip with Great River Outfitters is the best way to take in the beauty of the Connecticut River

They offer a few different float trip options, but the longest is a whopping six to eight hours on the water. If you feel like that might be a bit much for you, you can also opt for their popular five hour tubing adventure or their short and sweet three hour option.
Here’s how it works:

The company provides the comfy tubing equipment and you show up with your bathing suit, water-ready shoes, and sunscreen. If you have smaller kids in your party, they’re welcome to share a tube with a friend or an adult. No experience is necessary!
Enjoy a drink or meal on the water with your friends

Be sure to bring a floating cooler with you to stow your drinks, snacks, and non-waterproof essentials such as phones and towels. You’ll definitely want refreshments if you’re spending the whole day on the water, so pack your favorite treats!
This float trip is the ultimate in summer relaxation

Along the way, you’ll be treated to gorgeous scenery, relaxing sunshine, and the soothing sounds of the river. Summer adventures are available from May 15 to September 15. You'll want to do this epic tubing trip in Vermont again and again and they are located only 20 minutes from the Inn at Clearwater Pond!

06/04/2019

The 27th Annual Covered Bridges Half-Marathon - The Best 13.1 Miles in New England - took place this past Sunday and 1,937 runners enjoyed perfect running weather the entire day. The race began at Su***de Six Ski Mountain in Promfret and ended up at the finish line by the Quechee Polo Field.

The Inn at Clearwater Pond hosted 3 runners this year. Joe Reilly of Brookline, MA finished in 19th Place in the Male Division, time 1:25:01. Jason Brown of West Roxbury, MA finished in 1:37 and Sarah Reilly of Brookline, MA finished in 2:13:05 in the Female Division. Congratulations to all 1,937 runners and especially to our special 3 - well done!

Also, congratulations to Tanner Cook of Johnson City, TN who finished in #1 in the Male Division at 1:09:23 and Laura Dziana of Wellesley, MA who finished #1 in the Female Division at 1:29:17!

Next year's race is on June 7, 2020 at 8:15 a.m. Registration for this race opens up on December 2, 2019 at 7 p.m. ET. If you plan to run in next year's race, make sure to be at your computer before 7 p.m. This year's race sold out in 6 minutes!

Put this on your travel/to-do list. The course is beautiful and along the way, spectators cheer on the runners and several locals even play their instruments. Our Vermont communities are extremely supportive and encouraging. This is a great day for all runners and onlookers!

05/14/2019

The Covered Bridges Half-Marathon will take place on June 2, 2019. Registration is now closed for the 2019 race but we still have a few rooms left at the inn. Our inn is located only 2 miles from the pick-up location in Quechee and only 2 miles from the finish line, also in Quechee. Our location is perfect for runners and spectators. Remember that no one is permitted to park at the starting point at Su***de Six Mountain in Promfret. Please give us a call at 802-295-0606 with questions.

Last year the Inn at Clearwater Pond hosted 4 runners in 2018: Kirk Brungard of Washington, DC and Joseph Suazo of Espanola, NM. Also Deepak Raghavan of Atlanta, GA who finished at #373, time 1:48 and Julie Brungard of Washington, DC, who finished at #719, time 1:57. Congratulations to all 1,895 runners and especially to our special 4 - well done!

Also, congratulations to Ben Szuhaj of Hanover, NH who finished #1, time 1:10:09 - Prescott Leach of Waltham, MA who finished #2, time 1:14:15 - Keith Drake of Brookline, MA who finished #3, time 1:14:56

05/01/2019

A recent "The Ladies of Diamond Crest Lane Reunion" - all ladies lived in Stamford, CT and most hadn't seen one another for 60 years - all attended Willard, Martha Hoyt, Dolan Jr. High, Stamford High, St. Cecilias, Catholic High and Rippowam back in the 50's and 60's. Constant stories, memories, laughter - it was quite the happening and I'm so happy they were able to re-connect here in Quechee, VT.

04/15/2019

With a hint of spring in the air, here we are slipping and sliding right into mid- April. Every morning I step outside onto my porch, sip my steaming cup of coffee, toss the tennis ball for my pup and gaze across the Quechee Gorge. Its hillsides have shed their blankets of winter white and baby green is beginning to pop through here and there. This morning's view provided a special treat. Much to the delight of my guests (and myself) a hot-air balloon ascended from my backyard, gracefully soared above my trees and then drifted silently across the Gorge...always such an impressive sight. And in case you're thinking balloons fly only in warm months, our balloon pilot does fly year round. With leaves still absent from our trees, an early spring flight provides a great way to view wildlife.

So, back to April. How about ski in the morning and ride your bike in the afternoon. Shovel snow and then get stuck in the mud. Lunch on the deck one day and cozy up to the wood stove that night. Red wine one evening; a wine spritzer the next. April does like to surprise us with her many moods but oh, what a difference a little more sun and longer days can make!

02/08/2019

Welcome February!
Snow means great skiing in Vermont but it also means great snowmobiling, snowshoeing, x-country skiing, ice skating, snowmen, snowball fights, sleigh rides, tubing, sledding, ice fishing, bonfires, marshmallows and a great cabernet in front of a roaring fire! How can you not love this time of year...
Actually, all four seasons in Vermont are glorious in their own right and Vermonter's are used to sharing every season with thousands of visitors from around the world. There are many ways to enjoy the beauty of this state: take a scenic drive along our picturesque back roads, visit our quaint towns, shop in our unique country stores, chat with our friendly villagers, hike or bicycle our mountain trails. But whatever your preferences may be and no matter which road you travel, you will witness year-round spectacular scenery!

Here's my latest post from my "What's Happening Here and There" page (and I name all my posts with popular song titles...........just because....)

"FROSTY THE SNOWMAN" was a jolly happy soul
With a corncob pipe and a button nose
And two eyes made out of coal
During winter storm Harper, The Weather Channel's, Meteorologist Jim Cantore, spent two days with us here in Woodstock. Jim is originally from our area and along with his brother, owns our best local pizza restaurant; named, of course, Cantore's. It was obvious that Jim holds a special place in his heart for our beautiful town. His camera man followed him to several places in Woodstock while Jim shared some of his fondest boyhood memories for all local Weather Channel viewers to enjoy. Our resident hot-air balloon pilot, Darrek, is not only an excellent pilot but also a clown at heart. It didn't take Darrek long to figure out that a visit to Woodstock and Jim would be just the thing to do during the snowy weather. Never owning up to an ounce of shyness, Darrek drove into Woodstock and introduced himself to Jim and the two became "buds" - just gotta love our local boys.....
https://www.innatclearwaterpond.com/whats-happening-here-and-there/

11/01/2018

One of my friends is a professional artist and photographer. Although a bit sinister, I love his most recent photograph - perfect for Halloween

07/21/2018

Several of our guests enjoyed an exciting and scenic balloon flight over and down into the Quechee Gorge. With the Gorge located directly behind our property, it provides the ultimate location for a spectacular flight. Under the supervision of our pilot, Darrek, ground spectators and passengers helped inflate the envelope (fabric). Once fully inflated with passengers onboard, spectators watched in amazement as the massive balloon gracefully ascended and floated skybound. The balloon soared above the Gorge and then slowly descended to its bottom. Darrek maneuvered the basket onto some rocks as the river gently trickled underneath. It then popped up and continued its journey over green pastures, ponds, streams and more rivers before gently setting down amongst a beautiful field of wildflowers. The chase crew arrived soon thereafter and passengers enjoyed a "celebration" with pilot and crew. All were treated to delicious hors d'oeuvres and champagne, followed by the Balloonist's Prayer. Recommendation: put this thrilling experience on the top of your bucket-list - you'll be talking about this and reliving memories for a long, long time...

http://www.balloonsofvermont.com/

06/20/2018

Successful hot-air balloon festival - all 5 flights were able to lift-off - weather couldn't have been more perfect

Address

984 Quechee-Hartland Road
Quechee, VT
05059

Telephone

(802) 295-0606

Website

http://www.innatclearwaterpond.com/

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