Have a sweet tooth? Brattleboro, VT, has just the thing for morning sugar lovers, with its famous, decadent maple syrup treats sold at the Robb Farm Sugar House.
One of the oldest towns in New England, Brattleboro was chartered in 1753 and played a crucial role in the American Revolution
Have a sweet tooth? Brattleboro, VT, has just the thing for morning sugar lovers, with its famous, decadent maple syrup treats sold at the Robb Farm Sugar House.
One of the oldest towns in New England, Brattleboro was chartered in 1753 and played a crucial role in the American Revolution. Home to Fort Dummer, Brattleboro helped defend the northeast corner of the United States from the British. By the time the war ended, Brattleboro was quickly becoming one of the most populated and developed towns in the region. Today, Brattleboro is home to more than 12,000 residents; however, that number increases during the winter months when people with second homes return to the town to ski.
Brattleboro is one of the most popular ski destinations in New England. Consequently, outdoor enthusiasts from all parts of the United States flock to the small city in hopes of purchasing a second home or becoming full-time residents. The real estate market in Brattleboro is difficult for home buyers because it's flooded with potential new residents. Finding a home in Brattleboro requires patience and hard work, but it is possible. You may want to consider looking at rental houses in Brattleboro before purchasing a property to find out which area of the town you would like to live in best.
The styles of the homes in Brattleboro vary greatly, depending on how close you get to the ski slopes. The farther from the slopes, the more traditional the home will be, with many ranch style houses peppering the landscape. However, get closer to the lifts, and the homes will be larger and have more land. Here's a look at some more differences in the most popular neighborhoods of Brattleboro.
City Center: Walk out the front door of any apt for rent or property in the City Center of Brattleboro, and you'll be smack-dab in the middle of all the action. Downtown Brattleboro is full of quaint shops, friendly people and quintessential New England Charm. Because it is a bustling neighborhood, finding a single-family home will be a challenge; however, this area features many townhouses for rent and rental apartments.
West Brattleboro: The most popular residential neighborhood, West Brattleboro is comprised of a mix of older homes built from 1950 to 1980, and new-construction mountain retreats.
The weather in Brattleboro can be unpredictable, with humid and hot summers and cold, snowy winters. Ready your snow boots: an average winter may see nearly 100 inches of snowfall across the city. Considered a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, Brattleboro offers excellent skiing at nearby mountains like Stratton and Snow. If downhill sounds oh-so-dull to you, amp up the excitement by visiting the Harris Hill Ski Jump, where you can experience what it is like to be an Olympic-caliber ski jumper. In addition to winter sports, Brattleboro has a thriving arts community. Gallery Walk takes place on the first Friday of every month, and local artists and galleries hold public showings of their work. Like many Brattleboro residents, you may visit for a ski trip and fall hard -- for the town, that is.
