There are a multitude of fun things to do in the Montgomery Center/Jay Peak area at the top of Vermont while visiting Phineas Swann Inn & Spa. This vacation spot in Northern Vermont is known for its unparalleled beauty, sparkling waters, and cultural richness. Patricia Shultz in her best selling book "1,000 Places to See Before You Die" stated the area "could very well be the most beautiful place in America."
Recreation is top-notch, with opportunities for skiing, golfing, kayaking and canoeing, hiking, cycling, and more! All kinds of winter and summer sports can be enjoyed in the Montgomery/Jay Peak area – Jay Peak Resort is only 7 miles away for great skiing and golfing. If you love antiquing, you’ll be pleased with the multitude of shops located within an hour’s drive of Phineas Swann Inn & Spa.
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Jay Peak Skiing
A One-of-a-Kind Vermont Ski Vacation
If you’re looking for the best ski vacation in Vermont, you’ll want to make your reservation at Phineas Swann Inn & Spa and ski Jay Peak. No mountain in Vermont has better snow conditions – Jay Peak Resort has an annual natural snowfall of 370 inches – and no country inn or bed and breakfast can match the unique experience offered by accommodations at Phineas Swann Inn & Spa – only 7 miles from Jay Peak.
If you need equipment for your Vermont ski vacation, we offer in conjunction with First Trax a discounted rental package that includes skis, boots, poles and helmet. For an extra $10 you can upgrade to their performance line of skis. Reserve through us and we’ll have your gear sized, tuned and waiting for you when you arrive at our door — no waiting in long lines when you get up the mountain!
After a day of skiing Jay Peak, you’ll be glad to return to the comforts of Phineas Swann Inn & Spa. Relax in our living room on one of our down-filled leather sofas while enjoying a roaring fire in the fireplace. Sample delicious goodies and hot beverages from a buffet table brimming with treats. Allow the fatigue of the day to slip away as you ease into our outdoor hot tub. You’ll enjoy the luxury comfort of an old-fashioned inn with all the modern amenities one expects from deluxe accommodations. No ski vacation is complete without a little pampering.
Cross-Country Skiing
For awesome cross-country skiing, you have several choices: go to Jay Peak and ski over their beautifully groomed trails which travel over their landscaped golf course when it’s covered in snow; check out the Hazens Notch Cross Country Trails; or experience some of the best cross-country skiing in New England at the Craftsbury Cross Country Center.
Dogsledding
Dogsledding is gaining in popularity, and our area now offers several choices to enjoy this exciting sport. Eden Adventures is the area’s premier adventure guide service, offering dogsledding and a variety of other winter and summer activities. Dogsledding rides last approximately one hour.
Snowmobiling
Vermont is the home of VAST, the Vermont Association of Snowmobile Trails. With hundreds of miles of trails throughout the farms and mountains of the Northeast Kingdom, snowmobiling is one of the most popular winter sports in Vermont.
Guided Snowmobile Rides
2 Hour Tours: 1 rider per sled, $199; 2 riders per sled, $249 Reservations recommended at least 24 hours in advance
Snowshoeing
You can reserve a pair of snowshoes from Phineas Swann Inn & Spa for no cost. Make sure to call in advance to reserve.
Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides
Enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride, from a large family get-together to a romantic evening sleigh ride for two. Evening rides, starlit rides, or fun daytime rides are all available. Lajoie Stables accepts Visa/MasterCard. Reservations are required. (802) 644-5347