The Area
Four seasons of Vermont, right outside your door
Ludlow sits in the heart of the Okemo Valley — where world-class skiing, sparkling lakes, waterfalls, and a walkable village full of good food are all just minutes apart. Whether you’re here to carve the mountain, chase the fall colors, or simply slow down, here are a few of our favorite ways to spend a day.
On the Mountain
Okemo & Winter
Okemo Mountain Resort
Skiing and snowboarding across more than 120 trails, terrain parks, a tubing hill, and the Timber Ripper mountain coaster — with the resort shuttle right at the end of the street.
3 min awayCross-Country & Snowshoe
Groomed Nordic trails and quiet backcountry woods when you want a calmer, more scenic pace on the snow.
NearbyAprès-Ski in the Village
Warm up with cocoa, craft beer, or a fireside dinner in downtown Ludlow after a day on the slopes.
DowntownOutdoors & Nature
Lakes, Falls & Trails
Buttermilk Falls
A local favorite — a series of cascades and swimming holes tucked just minutes from town.
In LudlowEcho Lake & Lake Rescue
Swim, paddle, fish, or picnic along the shores of two scenic lakes just north of Ludlow.
~10 minCamp Plymouth State Park
A sandy beach on Echo Lake, hiking trails, and even gold panning in Buffalo Brook.
~15 minGreen Mountain Hikes
Miles of trails in the Green Mountain National Forest, from easy riverside strolls to full summit climbs.
All aroundFall Foliage Drives
Vermont’s back roads light up through September and October — some of the finest leaf-peeping in New England.
AutumnTown & Table
Eat, Sip & Shop
Downtown Ludlow
Farm-to-table restaurants, cozy pubs, coffee shops, and local boutiques all along Main Street.
10-min walkThe Vermont Country Store
The famous Weston flagship — nostalgic goods, Vermont cheddar, fudge, and free samples galore.
~20 minBreweries & Distilleries
Sample Vermont craft beer, spirits, and hard cider at tasting rooms throughout the region.
Around the valleyFarmers Markets
Local produce, maple syrup, baked goods, and handmade crafts from Vermont growers and makers.
SeasonalHistory & Day Trips
A Little Further Afield
President Coolidge Site
Plymouth Notch — the beautifully preserved birthplace of Calvin Coolidge, home also to Plymouth Artisan Cheese.
~20 minWeston Playhouse
One of Vermont’s oldest professional theaters, staging shows through the summer and fall season.
~20 minKillington Resort
The Beast of the East — more skiing, mountain biking, and year-round adventure to the north.
~40 minCovered Bridges & Villages
Classic New England towns, covered bridges, and country stores dot the surrounding hills.
VariousDistances are approximate from 20 Plumley Avenue. Ask us anytime for current recommendations — we’re always happy to point you toward something special.
Come Stay
Make Ludlow Your Basecamp
The Carriage House puts all of it within easy reach — three minutes from the mountain and a short walk from town. Take a look and plan your Vermont getaway.