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Enjoy the spectacular property as you walk, trot or canter through serene mountain pastures, over miles of wooded trails, by untouched lakes and ponds, through the lush, green canopy of spring, the flowering country fields of summer and the brilliant colors of autumn’s foliage. 

Serious riders can also take advantage of Jumping and Dressage instructions and clinics during July and August. You have the option to exchange your trail riding units for 1 instructions lesson.
Lessons are offered in English equitation (balanced seat), Western equitation, Stadium jumping, introduction to cross country jumping, introduction to dressage. 

We will help you to create a personalized riding vacation to suit your needs and ability level, making it as varied and intensive as desired. In addition to the Equestrian Center, the resort’s numerous facilities include tennis, swimming, boating, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, massage therapy, clay bird shooting, fly fishing, nearby golf…or just simply enjoying the breathtaking vistas from a comfortable chair.

Temperatures

Averages from the Weather Bureau-Burlington, VT:

Summer temperatures reach high 70's to mid 80's. Days are typically sunny and comfortable, ideal for outdoor activity, with light clothing for days; sweaters or light jackets for evenings. The Autumn and Spring months have highs in the mid 50's with a variety of casual dress suitable. Below freezing temperatures are the rule during the Winter season. Coats, heavy jackets, gloves and warm, dry boots are recommended through mid March.

An ASTM approved helmet and soled boots with a heel are needed to ride !

Note: riding helmets are available on site.

This list is only a guideline for you

RIDING GEAR

• Riding pants or Jodhpurs (used if possible!)
• Riding boots + Minichaps
• Riding helmet (recommended for all trips)
• Riding gloves

PERSONAL CLOTHING

• Jacket or sweater for cool evenings
• Long sleeved shirts
• Light wear rainwear
• Comfortable shoes/sneakers
• Swimsuit

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO BRING

• Personal Toiletries
• Insect protection
• Personal medications
• Sore cream (for the emergency)
• Sewing kit
• Camera and enough extra films
• Address book and pen (for pictures postcards!)
• Sun glasses with strap
• Sun tan lotion and lip balm

Accommodations
Majestically set on 350 acres in Vermont’s lush Green Mountains with sweeping views of a pristine mountain lake and an infinite expanse of National Forest, the Green Mountain getaway offers an endless array of outdoor activities. Ideal for both couples and families, there’s something for everyone. The main inn has a spacious lobby of post and beam construction, a stone fireplace and many antiques. The guest rooms are well appointed in the tradition of a mountain lodge with panoramic views. For larger groups we can offer cabins and chalet accommodations.

Meals
Breakfasts are included in your package for 2009.
Breakfasts and dinners are included in your package for 2010.

HIGHLANDS DINING ROOM
Our Highlands Dining Room offers sumptuous New American cuisine in the refined ambiance of a traditional Mountain Lodge. Our new Executive Chef, Will Hollinger, has created a menu that will elevate the culinary and dining experience to a level of excellence...with innovative cuisine using fresh local ingredients. Chef Hollinger's commitment to the membership in the Vermont Fresh Network ensures that he will utilize products from Vermont's working landscape. From the Vermont Onion Soup to the Grilled Vermont Quail Salad to the variety of vegetables and accouterments from local farms, dining is an unforgettable experience. To whet your appetite please view a sample of our Winter menu.

Executive Chef, Will Hollinger, spent his childhood in Massachusetts between Cape Cod and the western part of the state. Inspired by his German grandparents, who owned a farm where he learned to make wine and jelly (among other things!), he spent a great deal of time with them canning, growing vegetables, making homemade pickles and sauerkraut. Growing up on Cape Cod he helped in his dad’s garden and learned early on that the best fish is from Cape Cod...thus his passion for cooking seafood.

THE HIGHLANDS TAVERN

Dining Room Manager Jay Kerner, a graduate of New England Culinary Institute, began his career in Boston and then quickly advanced to the realm of fine dining with the Bellagio Hotel and Casino and the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas. Jay has found that his talent for managing the Dining Room is a natural transition from the kitchen and complements his interest in all aspects of fine dining management. As a Desert Storm veteran he also brings a sense of pride and discipline to the service staff, who work very hard to exceed the guest's expectation, whether it be by filling a water glass before it is empty or overhearing that someone is celebrating a special occasion and magically a cake appears!! As an extension of the culinary expertise, Jay and his staff work to reflect the same level of commitment displayed by Executive Chef Hollinger and his "behind the scenes" staff in the kitchen.

The dinning room hours are as follows:
Breakfast is in the Dinning room from 730-930 weekdays and 730-10 on weekends. Lunch is always 12-2. Dinner starts at 530 in the tavern and ends at 930 in the tavern and the Dinning room opens at 6 and closes at 9. The bar will remain open for the whole dinning hours as long as we have people in it but by law has to shut down at 2am.

Neat casual resort attire. Jackets common in dining room.

For casual bistro fare join us in the The Highlands Tavern, which offers pub style seating, a full service bar and extensive wine list, seasonal outdoor seating on the Terrace and spectacular views.
Serving daily from 11:30 am to 10:00 pm
Friday & Saturday until 10 pm

Room Check in time: 4 to 10 p.m.
Room Check out: 11 a.m. Should you require a late arrival, please call reception staff to arrange at least 3 days prior.

- if your ride ends after check out time - shower is available

RESORT FACILITIES

Clay Bird Shooting
(Must be at least 15 years old)
Twenty shots & lesson - ~$40
Each additional shot - $ 1

Scenic Pontoon Boat Rides
A scenic pontoon boat ride around the lake (approximately 1 hour long). Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the lake and watch for many types of Vermont wildlife and natural beauty.
- Adult - ~$20 per person
- Child (4-11) - ~$10
- Children 3 and under - Complimentary
Sunset pontoon boat rides, private rides and rides with wine and cheese are also available.

Fly Fishing
(Must be at least 12 years old)
- One-hour fly casting lesson - ~$35
- 1 1/2 hour lesson & with license - ~$70

Tennis Court
Racquets are available.
Complimentary use of the court for Resort guests

SPA FACILITIES

Massage Therapy:
The Resort offers Massage Therapy as a restorative oasis designed with you in mind. Unwind, relax, de-stress and rejuvenate your skin and body with our array of massage therapy specialties. All massage services are customized to meet specific client needs and preferences. All are enhanced by the sounds of soothing music and flowing fountains. Pure essential oils are used to create a deeply relaxing experience, which detoxifies and improves circulation while balancing the mind and body.

Swedish Massage:
The Swedish massage, developed in the 1700's refers to a variety of techniques specifically designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart. The main purpose of the Swedish massage is to increase oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles.
~$90/Hour, ~$135/1.5 Hours

Sports Massage:
This massage technique, specifically designed for athletes, is perfect to improve performance or to aid in recovery from injury or exertion. Sports massage improves circulation of blood and lymph fluids while increasing range of motion. The massage therapist uses techniques designed to benefit muscles by warming and softening tissue, realigning muscle fibers and flushing toxins from specific muscles. The sports massage is the perfect way for an athlete to improve their game or restore the body to peak performance.
~$90/Hour, ~$135/1.5 Hours

Shiatsu Massage:
Shiatsu massage uses ancient techniques to alleviate physical stress while invigorating and centering the recipient spiritually. The goal of shiatsu is to strengthen the receiver's innate healing power by balancing the flow of ki energy along the meridians. Sometimes referred to as acupuncture without needles, the massage therapist uses their fingers to move currents of electromagnetic energy which may have become blocked throughout the body. The receiver may remain dressed in loose clothing while the practitioner applies light pressure along meridian points in accordance with the receiver's breath. Relax your body and renew your spirit with a shiatsu massage. ~$90/Hour, ~$135/1.5 Hours

Deep Tissue:
Deep tissue massage, also known as Myofascial release or soft tissue mobilization, is often used to relax, lengthen, and alleviate stress held in the muscles. The massage therapist uses specific strokes at varying speeds to apply more intense pressure, stretching muscles and releasing stored tension. With deep tissue massage, the recipient can achieve better posture, more flexibility, fluid movement, and experience reduced pain and stiffness. This classic massage is a simple luxury to help you relax and escape the real world while you enjoy your vacation.
~$90/Hour, ~$135/1.5Hours

Hot Stone Massage:
The powerful meta-aesthetic energies of stones are known to promote harmonizing and cleansing effects on the body, allowing for a meditative state of quiet and calmness in the recipient. This therapy combines traditional massage techniques with the therapeutic powers of heat. Stones serve as thermal conductors bringing about local and systemic changes in the body. A very effective therapy to create harmony and a positive energy flow, hot stone massage can also have a positive influence on the mind/body balance. Our hot stone massage allows you to de-stress and become one with nature in the most beautiful of settings.
~$90/Hour, ~$135/1.5 Hours

**Reservations are required for all services.**

Passports
Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in the chart ; validity varies - for most countries the passport must be valid for at least six months from the date on which the holder enters the USA. If not, the holder will be admitted until the expiration date on the passport; check with the embassy (see Contact Addresses).
Passport Note
(a) For nationals included in the Visa Waiver Program (see below), passports must be valid for at least 90 days from date of entry.
(b) All travellers entering the USA under the Visa Waiver Program require individual machine-readable passports. Children included on a parent's passport also now require their own machine-readable passport. Travellers not in possession of machine-readable passports will require a valid USA entry visa.
(c) Passports issued on or after 26 October 2005 will need to have a biometric identifier in order for the holder to travel visa free under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Machine-readable passports issued between 26 October 2005 and 25 October 2006 require a digital photograph printed on the data page or an integrated chip with information from the data page. Machine-readable passports issued on or after 26 October 2006 will require an integrated chip with information from the data page (e-passport).

The US has announced new measures that require all travellers to provide details online 72 hours prior to travel.
ESTA: The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) came into force on 12 January 2009. It is a fully automated, electronic system for screening passengers before they begin travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program. ESTA applications must be submitted at least 72 hours before travel to the USA. Some websites may charge you for the service but you can apply online for free at www.dhs.gov. The granting of an ESTA does not guarantee entry to the USA.

New Requirements for Travellers: As of 23 January 2007 all persons, including US citizens, travelling by air between the USA and Canada, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda are required to present a valid passport, or other approved document, when entering or re-entering the USA. Similar requirements for those travelling by land or sea will be introduced on 1 June 2009.

For further details about the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, visit the website of the US Department of State: (website: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html).

Visas
Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days except:
1. nationals of Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Hungary, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Romania and Slovak Republic, who do require a visa.
Visa Note
(a) Landed Immigrants of Canada and British residents of Bermuda who are citizens of, and have valid passports from, Commonwealth countries or Ireland are not eligible to enter the USA without a visa. (b) All passengers using US airports for transit purposes are required to obtain a transit visa. This does not affect qualified travellers travelling visa free under the Visa Waiver Program. (d) To qualify for visa-free travel under the Visa Waiver Program, nationals must travel on a valid passport, for holiday, transit or business purposes only and for a stay not exceeding 90 days. (e) Passengers must have the full address and ZIP code of where they are staying in the USA to be able to fully complete the I-94W form. Note: Airlines are also required to collect passenger details, including the address of their first night's accommodation in the USA, before they board the aircraft. (f) 2. Holders of UK passports with the endorsement British Subject, British Dependent Territories Citizen, British Protected Person, British Overseas Citizen or British National (Overseas) Citizen do not qualify for the Visa Waiver Program. A passport which states holder has right of abode or indefinite leave to remain in the UK does not qualify for visa free travel. (g) A visa does not expire with the expiry of the holder’s passport. An unexpired, endorsed visa in an expired passport may be presented for entry into the USA, as long as the visa itself has not been cancelled, is undamaged, is less than 10 years old and is presented with a valid non-expired passport, provided that both passports are for the same nationality. (h) Nationals of countries not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Types of Visa and Cost
Tourist, Business, Transit and Student: US$131.
Validity
Visas may be used for travel to the USA until the date it expires. Some visas are valid for multiple entries. The length of stay in the USA is determined by US immigration officials at the time of entry but is generally six months; there is, however, no set time.
Applications to:
Embassy or consulate (see Contact Addresses).
Working Days Required
Usually five after interview. Some cases may take up to 12 weeks – check with embassy/consulate.