Christmas Tree Hunting in Vermont

This year finding “the perfect Christmas tree” was a little daunting. We searched alone in the “Christmas Tree Forest” at Dutton Farm in Manchester, Vermont for 30 minutes until it became apparent that we needed some professional help—back in the forest ten minutes later, now with a young Christmas tree professional, we continued our search unsuccessfully for more than an hour until dusk retired us for the day.

This way to the Christmas trees at Dutton Farm in Manchester, Vermont…

Kay’s found her spot in the forest…

Given our lack of success the day before, we’re back at it the following day, this time Kay had researched a Christmas tree farm in Castleton. A forty-minute drive through stunning countryside and over endless dirt roads, we were met again with disappointment. Even fewer trees and already four weeks since they had been cut. A brief visit had us back in the car then we discovered this very cool historic Vermont marker…

We finally found a beautiful Christmas Tree, a little smaller this year, but still perfect… On the way home we found this handsome Barred Owl only too happy to pose for us as cars whizzed by us on a somewhat busy road…

After a day of Christmas Tree Hunting we decided to have an early dinner at The Barn Restaurant, Pawlet, Vermont…

We had a lovely few days hunting outdoors for “the perfect Christmas tree.” We are both blessed and fortunate to live in Robert Frost’s Vermont.

Another great experience at Pond Mountain Inn!

Pond Mountain Inn COVID-19 Update (04.05.23)

Updated: May 21, 2023

Welcome to Vermont & Our COVID-19 Update 

Vermont continues to be one of America’s Safest and Most Vaccinated States. The Vermont Department of Health has stopped publishing data on daily Covid-19 case counts and hospitalizations. However, the Vermont Department of Health releases data every Wednesday on the number of patients admitted to Vermont hospitals with Covid-19 in the past week, and the numbers continue to be very low. We recognize that we now must learn to coexist with covid, while respecting the challenges of this lingering virus. Furthermore, we continue to remain vigilant, guardedly optimistic, with the understanding that Covid-19 is still a threat—a far more diminished threat—thankfully, the virus is under much better control across the United States.

Our Continued Commitment

Safety continues to be our highest priority. Relaxation, wellness, tranquility, happiness, adventure and enhanced outdoor activities have always been our specialties, and despite the unique challenges presented by Covid-19, we continue to be fully prepared to offer our guests the complete Vermont experience that they have come to love.

We’re incredibly vigilant with cleanliness, and with our protocols firmly in place for the better part of three years, we are well positioned again for the upcoming 2023 season. And, let’s not forget the forgotten weapon in the fight against the coronavirus—fresh air and sunlight. Even in the winter months, between guest visits, we open all the windows and replace warm stale air with fresh cold outside air that massively reduces the chances transmitting the virus.

We’re doing whatever it takes earn your trust, and we are doing everything possible to keep you and your family safe. Furthermore, we built our cleaning protocols on guidance and recommendations from the Cleveland Clinic and the Mayo Clinic.  

Cleveland Clinic Covid-19 Cleaning Guideline & Mayo Clinic COVID-19 Resources for Businesses

Most sincerely,

Kay & Glenn

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