Bennington, VT Adventures
Places to Visit in Vermont

Get active in Bennington VT! From sports and recreation centers to the breathtaking natural Vermont landscapes, there is something for every level of adventurer to enjoy all year round. Find the perfect room at our Vermont b&b and then check out these suggested places to visit in Vermont.

Green golf course with sand trap under dramatic sky, near Vermont Bed and Breakfast.

180 Country Club Drive Bennington, Vermont 05201 Phone: 802-442-2617 2 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn. Golf Digest Best Places to Play and Vermont’s first golf course. Stay and play packages available.

Tennis court with a basket of balls under a bright sky, perfect for stay at Vermont Lodging.

200 Lovers Lane Bennington, Vermont Phone: 802-447-7557 Indoor tennis bubble. Open to the public. 5 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn.

A serene forest path in Vermont, ideal for nature walks and exploring things to do in Bennington.

655 Gage Street Bennington, Vermont Phone: 802-442-1053 Public indoor swimming pool and fitness center. 5 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Scenic autumn lake view in Vermont, near a top rated Bennington Bed and Breakfast.

142 State Park Road Bennington, Vermont 05201 802-447-7169 Open for day use: 10:00 AM – Official Sunset Season: Memorial Day weekend – Columbus Day weekend Swimming, hiking, paddle boats. 15 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Sign for Lake Shaftsbury State Park offers swimming and picnicking, near Vermont Lodging.

262 Shaftsbury State Park Rd. Shaftsbury, Vermont 05262 802-375-9978 Open for day use: 10:00 AM – Official Sunset Season: Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day Weekend Swimming, hiking, paddle boats. 20 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Kids fishing from a lakeside dock on a sunny day in Southern Vermont Bed and Breakfast.

Houghton Road North Bennington, VT 05257 802-688-6270 Swim, boat, fish and have fun at Lake Paran. 10 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Horse-drawn carriage under fall foliage at a Southern Vermont Bed and Breakfast.

193 Crossover Road Bennington, Vermont Phone: 802-447-7612 Trail rides. Carriage, wagon and sleigh rides. Weddings, special occasions. Approximately 10 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Horse-drawn sleigh journey through snowy landscape near Vermont Bed and Breakfast.

Londonderry, Vermont Phone: 802-824-5690 Sleigh Rides complete with toasted marshmallows, barn tours, fireside picnics. Approximately 45 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Two riders on horseback enjoy scenic views, perfect for a Southern Vermont Bed and Breakfast.

1214 Cross Hill Rd Shaftsbury, Vermont 05257 Phone: 802- 442-5454 Horse back riding with panoramic vistas. Approximately 15 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Group enjoys horseback riding in lush field with mountain views. Vermont Lodging nearby.

502 Easy Street Danby, Vermont 05739 Phone: 802-293-5837 Horse back riding with beautiful mountain views (true to their name!) Approximately 45 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Beautiful horse grazing in a misty Vermont field at sunrise, near Bennington VT B&B.
Rhythm Hollow Stables

183 Park Street North Bennington, Vermont 05257 Phone: 973-819-7462 e: tlowary@gmail.com Approximately 10 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn. Horse back riding and lessons.

Scenic view of cows grazing in a lush field near a Vermont Bed and Breakfast.

5302 River Road Woodstock, Vermont 05091 Phone: 802-457-2355 Getaway to Vermont’s rural heritage Woodstock, Vermont. Makes for a great day trip and a beautiful scenic Vermont drive. Approximately 2.5 hours from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Snowboarder enjoying pristine slopes under the sun, near Southern Vermont Bed and Breakfast.

There are 12 ski resorts within one hour of the inn. Bromley Mountain is approximately 30 minutes from the inn. Mount Snow is approximately 40 minutes from the inn. Stratton Mountain is approximately 50 minutes from the inn.

Two people skiing on a snowy trail in Vermont, perfect for a Romantic Getaway.
Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing

Prospect Mountain VT Route 9 East, Woodford, Vermont Approximately 15 minutes from the inn. Moonlight ski available on many Saturdays. Rentals available. Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home 1005 Hildene Road Lincoln Family Home Manchester Vermont 05255 Approximately 30 minutes from the inn. Beautiful historic estate. Rentals available.

Woman in gym on treadmill, wearing headphones, focused on phone. Top Rated Bennington Bed and Breakfast.

120 Depot Street, Bennington, Vermont Phone: 802.681.0161 Approximately 1/2 mile from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Group fitness class in a bright studio, promoting wellness at Bennington Vermont Hotel.
Zumba with Andrea

The Mill on Benmont, Bennington, Vermont Phone: 802.379.5468 Approximately 5 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn. Drop ins welcome.

People practicing yoga on mats in a sunny room, Lodging in Bennington VT nearby.

Main Street, Bennington, Vermont Drop ins welcome. Approximately 5 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn.

Pink running shoes, earbuds, water bottle, towel, and phone on wooden floor, perfect for a Vermont Bed and Breakfast fitness stay.

160 Benmont Avenue, Bennington, Vermont 05201 Phone: 802-447-0217 Approximately 5 minutes from The Four Chimneys Inn. Inn guests receive a $5/day rate.

Elegant golden leaf emblem representing a cozy Vermont Bed and Breakfast experience.

Kate Goble & Marc Baetens

After nearly a decade running a bed and breakfast in Belgium, Marc and Kate brought their hospitality experience to Four Chimneys in Old Bennington, where they live on the property with their son Nathan and their dog, Orange. Their writing draws on daily life at the inn and their love of sharing the best of southern Vermont.