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Late-Summer Magic: Fairs, Fresh Harvests, and Big News at The Orchard B & B

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  Late-Summer Magic: Fairs, Fresh Harvests, and Big News at The Orchard August in the Kingdom brings a distinct kind of magic. The early morning air in Lyndonville carries that crisp, unmistakable prelude to autumn, while the afternoons remain warm, golden, and lingering. As the final weeks of summer unfold, we are soaking up every moment of the season while quietly gearing up for one of our busiest times of the year. We want to introduce our most recent rescued soul. Please welcome Coal to the pack! Coal is a senior Alaskan Husky who journeyed from South Carolina to northern Massachusetts, where we picked him up and brought him to live with Pancake, Snow and of course Maple. He is a big lovebug and he has settled into the Northeast Kingdom Vermont lifestyle. Now. here's a look at what late summer looks like around The Orchard, along with a few exciting updates on what we’ve been building for you. Local Tradition: End-of-Summer County Fairs August in Vermont wouldn't be complet...

Summer celebrations!

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  Summer Has Arrived in the Northeast Kingdom! The sun is shining over Lyndonville, the Kingdom Trails are prime for riding and the smells like fresh-cut grass and sweet Vermont maple syrup. Whether you are planning a weekend of mountain biking, exploring local swimming holes, hiking the Green Mountains or just looking for a peaceful porch to read a book, summer is the absolute perfect time to experience the magic of Vermont. Our cozy rooms are filling up fast for July and August!  Book your stay with us today! On the Counter: Our Daily Bakery Stand If you've walked past 822 Center Street in Lyndonville lately you've probably caught the aroma of our in-house bakery in action. We've got morning pastries, decadent treats and artisan breads fresh every single day! *What's hot: Our signature fresh herb focaccia bread and cinnamon rolls *Sweet treats: The Superwicked Chocolate Brownie, classic carrot cake and lemon bars When to Visit: The bakery stand is open most days by 9a...

Grand Opening has finally arrived!

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 May/June Newsletter... Well, here we are. We made it with little to no casualties! Entire BnB interior painted... check! Electrical completely upgraded...check! Guest rooms carefully curated, appointed and all around looking fantastic...check! Appliances all upgraded...check! Pop-up porch bakery stand in full swing...check! Secure fencing for the hounds to run around in and not escape...check! No resemblance of our sanity intact...CHECK! We have had two very special visitors so far come and stay and try everything out as well as a few catering events and of course, the farmer's markets (2 per week now through October). I will say that it's been quite and enjoyable experience, even with all the "mystery" things happening. "Why is it raining in the basement?" "Why isn't the heat coming on?" "Why is there a lake all of the sudden, in the top field?" "Whose ducks are those?" Of course my all time favorite so far has been, ...

The Journey to Lyndonville, VT

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