Experience nature’s glory in Barnard! This picturesque Vermont town, located in the Green Mountains, has all the makings of a serene retreat. Expect to find hilly fields and forests filled with hiking trails, welcoming wineries, stargazing opportunities and plenty of small-town charm.
Bask in the beauty of a state park
Begin your visit by exploring the postcard-worthy Silver Lake State Park, home to picnic grounds, a camping area and vibrant trees. The highlight of the park is the 84-acre lake, popular for fishing, paddling and, in colder months, ice skating.
Try tastings at a local winery
Once dusk approaches, make your way to Fable Farm Fermentory, which operates as a working farm and winery. This beautiful location offers a weekly tasting room on Saturdays in autumn, held in a barn-orchard gathering space. Sample your way through Fable Farm’s living wines and ciders while savoring its famous artisanal pizzas.
Relax and unwind at The Lodge Cottage at Twin Farms
The cozy log cabin accommodations are part of the five-star resort, located on 300 acres of countryside.
See adorable cows at Kiss the Cow Dairy Farm
This organic dairy farm sells milk, eggs and other goodies at its farmstand.
See the Taftsville Covered Bridge
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Located in nearby Woodstock, it’s the second-longest bridge in Vermont.
Bonus: Imagine you’re visiting Bernard from home!
Experience the town with a drink inspired by Barnard Inn Restaurant and a video tour of a historic local resort.
Mulled wine
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Ingredients:
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2 (750 ml.) bottles dry red wine
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zest and juice from 2 oranges
Add ingredients to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Cover; cook on low 1 hr. Ladle into mugs. Serves 15.
Virtual tour: Rustic retreat
Learn the history and tour cottages at the exclusive resort by watching the “Twin Farms Inn” video posted by Yankee Magazine on YouTube.com.
This story first appeared in the December 1-8, 2025, print issue of Woman’s World magazine.
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