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Discover Quechee VT with CG Shepherd Realty, LLC

Posted by Carol Shepherd on Fri, Oct 21, 2011 @ 11:35 AM
  
  
  
  
Quechee VT is an unincorporated village in Hartford VT located on Route 4 shortly off I-89 along the Ottauquechee River in the Upper Valley. Less than a 20 minute drive from Hanover NH, the #6 best place to live according to Money Magazine’s 2011 Top 100 list, this village boasts the beautiful scenery of Quechee Gorge and Quechee State Park, one of Vermont’s best shopping attractions, and the Simon Pearce glass-blowing company.

Quechee Gorge, Quechee VTQuechee Gorge, also known as “Vermont’s Grand Canyon”, is Vermont’s deepest canyon, carved by glaciers about 13,000 years ago. View points along Route 4 offer a look at the Ottauquechee river running 165 feet below. Nature lovers can enjoy a retreat to Quechee State Park, which provides 45 tent or trailer sites and 7 lean-to sites.
(image: quecheegorge.com)

With multiple tourist attractions, this thriving community is the perfect combination of a modern retail center and a historic New England mill town. Quechee Gorge Village alone offers many must-sees, such as the Vermont Toy & Train Museum with a collection of over 100,000 toys, Danforth Pewter for handcrafted pewter products, and a local sampling of wines, cheeses, and art.

Another major attraction in Quechee VT is Simon Pearce. This renowned manufacturer producesSimon Pearce, Quechee VT handblown glassware, handmade pottery, and an unforgettable experience. Located in the restored wool mill in Quechee VT, this Simon Pearce location has been producing creative and usable pieces of art since 1981. With the ability to interact with the artisans and craftsman as they create, browse and shop the retail store, and eat at one of the top fine dining restaurants in the state, locals and tourists alike are ensured to have a memorable experience.
(image: guidebookamerica.com)

Whether you are an appreciator of the wonders of nature, handcrafted pottery and handblown glass, or local New England history, consider making this tourist destination you’re permanent residence. Search for Quechee VT real estate for sale and contact CG Shepherd Realty, LLC to find a Realtor who can help you discover Quechee VT.

CG Shepherd Realty, LLC serving the Upper Valley, Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region buying and selling needs.
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