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Killington, Vermont

Killington and Rutland
The Killington - Rutland Region of Vermont is an all-seasons vacation destination. With some of the highest and most varied mountain terrain in New England, Killington is famous for it's winter sports. Killington Mountain is one of the most coveted ski resorts on the East Coast. Just southwest of Killington, Rutland is the second largest city in Vermont and is home to two historic districts. Rutland epitomizes the classic "old town feel."

Accommodations for every occasion
If you are headed to Killington for the premiere skiing and snowboarding, a slopeside inn may present the best option for convenient lodging. However, that is certainly not your only choice. Killington inns and bed and breakfasts are the perfect establishments to spend quiet evenings by the fire as the snow falls outside. The Inn of the Six Mountains is an ideal AAA, 3-Diamond mountain resort located amid the scenic Green Mountains of Killington, with warm and inviting accommodations. Rutland hotels are great accommodations all year 'round and rustic lodges and cabins are ideal for staying in the midst of the great outdoors. As the weather becomes warmer Vermont camping becomes a popular activity again, luckily there are campgrounds in both Killington and Rutland.

Killington – Rutland activities
The Killington area provides a wealth of shopping, entertainment and dining, anchored by the bustling old fashioned downtown of Rutland. From big mountain skiing and snowboarding to snowshoeing, cross country skiing and snowmobiling, Killington has something to offer every winter enthusiast. The fun doesn't stop when the snow melts. Mountain biking, golf, tennis, swimming and hiking replace the winter pastimes when the trees turn green. Killington features the Green Mountain National Golf Course which was voted 2007's “#1 Public Golf Course in Vermont” by Golf Digest. If you find yourself in Rutland toward the end of October – perhaps checking out the last of the fall foliage – stick around for the Rutland Halloween Parade, which has become an adored custom and well-known event.

Meeting for business, attending events, or gettin' hitched
Buildings – such as inns and resorts – that house auditoriums and establishments that rent-out function halls can be very useful for a multitude of occasions. From businesses – both local and nonnative – holding company functions to families organizing reunions, convention centers and conference halls can become very useful and convenient amenities. Also, weddings in rural Vermont are getting more and more popular. Couples enjoy the romantic setting. The tranquil surroundings allow brides and grooms to recover from all the planning and spend quality time with their loved ones. The Woods Resort & Spa combines a secluded luxurious setting with a full range of comforts and convenience, providing a perfect getaway for any occaision.

Killington and Rutland Real Estate
Real Estate in Killington abounds with condos and rentals. These types of Real Estate are so popular because they provide people with the option of short and long stays. Most Killington Real Estate available is close to Killington Mountain, which is what most visitors are looking for, even those that plan to stay for long periods of time. In and around Killington Resort, you can choose from a wide variety of condos, townhouses, private homes, ski chalets and cabins with Wise Vacation Rentals. In Rutland there is beautiful property in downtown allowing visitors and newcomers the opportunity to stay or live among the historic buildings and small shops. There is also great property in Rutland Municipality, just outside of downtown.

Great places to be
With features like the Rutland Regional Medical center – the state's second largest hospital – and a seven mountain ski resort, the Killington-Rutland region may not be as "small" as you think. It is a great place to stay and a great place to live, and there is your fair share of fun to be had as well. Bars, pubs, restaurants and live entertainment are not hard to find. Festivals and events are seasonal, but tons of fun. Come check out all that the Killington-Rutland region has to offer you.

 

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