My wife and I had our wedding last week at the Red Clover Inn. It was exceptional in every way. The setting, the accommodations, the food, the staff, the surroundings.
As we had guests coming from all around the country, we decided to make a long weekend around our celebration, starting with a private smaller dinner on Thursday night in the tavern of the Inn (about 30 people). It was like our own private restaurant, which then turned into dancing with a DJ. The fresh salmon and farm-to-table greens (both fresh and sautéed) were top notch.
On Friday night, we had a BBQ outdoors for our rehearsal dinner, with about 50 people. Again, the food was exceptional, especially the brisket (brined and smoked by them) and the Mac and Vermont Cheddar Cheese, and the fruit pies (mmm).
On Saturday night, I had rib-eye that was cooked to perfection...amazing that they could do that with so many guests. My (new) wife had halibut that was tender and delicious. And our guests raved about the vegetarian option (Roasted Heirloom Tomato, Stuffed with quinoa, Kalamata Olives, Pine Nuts, Basil Pesto).
Every day that offered healthy and delicious options for breakfast and lunch, with the Sunday brunch especially broad buffet options. Kudos to chefs Mike and Tom and the entire staff for keeping many foodie guests so happy.
And the liquor choices were also incredible with three different signature cocktails each night, fantastic wine and local beers.
The setting of the Red Clover Inn is magical, with many beautiful spaces, indoor and out. There is are large lawns, a pond filled with lilies, flowers everywhere, surrounded by forests and views of mountains. We had our wedding ceremony outdoors on the lawn, with my wife and I standing under a 100-year old apple tree with amazing 360-degree views. The indoors have many fun spaces, from a quaint Vermont comfy living room, to a sun room, to large dining room, and large tavern space, and fun bar area.
And the rooms! The Red Clover offers a number of different options for rooms as we took over the entire estate. From super luxurious king bed suites with oversize jetted tubs and fireplaces, to smaller, well-appointed queen suites, to a 5-bedroom house (where we put all the teenagers together). There are beautiful spaces for both the bridesmaids and groomsmen to get ready separately.
During each day, we had fun activities - both on property and off. The Red Clover offers a ton of lawn games and we played them all - frisbee, football, corn hole, ladder ball. On Friday morning, we went to the Killington Adventure Center for a mountain coaster, zip lines and ropes course, followed by lunch at the top of the gondola. On Saturday morning, we went on a local hike with unbelievable views (and a bit of the Appalachian Trail). And on Sunday, we went to a swimming hole with crystal clear water, multiple waterfalls and cliff jumps - so fun!
Can't wait to come back for our anniversary!!! read more