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You’ll get great views of Lake Champlain, of the island itself while you’re in the water and while you’re exploring the island, seeing the views of the Adirondacks to your west and the Vermont Mountains to the east. There is also a small park off the main NY road area called Stone Ledge Sculpture Garden you may enjoy too. Fort Montgomery:
A recent trip to Washington D.C. had me singing the praises of my Hydaway Collapsible Water Bottle, especially after paying $6 for a tiny bottle of water the afternoon we arrived and embarked sans water. I love the bottle's muted color options (I have the Hydaway in Twilight), sturdy handle, and fuss-free cleaning; fully extended it holds 17 ounces of water, making this smart little number ...
- The Orchard House / Everett Mansion, Bennington. Everett Mansion was constructed in the 1910s by businessman Edward Everett and was once the Everett Family’s summer home.
- The Richardson Palace, Burlington. Constructed in 1895 by developer Albert Richmond, the Richardson Palace includes fascinating details that range from finials and a conical roof to rounded bays.
- Converse Hall at The University of Vermont. On the University of Vermont campus, the oldest building is Converse Hall, which was constructed in 1895, and possesses an architectural style that has been described as Romanesque / chateauesque — and who among us doesn’t adore turrets?
- Wilson Castle, Proctorsville. The Wilson Castle has thirty-two rooms within three stories and is situated on a generous 115 acres. The exterior is cosmopolitan and crafted of French marble and English brick; the influences are an eclectic combo of nineteenth-century architectural types including Queen Anne, neo-renaissance, Romanesque Revival, and Scottish baronial.
With stunning views from land and water, you will definitely need your camera when you visit Whitehall. Located just outside of the Adirondacks, Whitehall sits on the southern end of Lake Champlain. It's strategic location on the New York-Vermont border allowed the town to become the 'birthplace of the US Navy'. Photo by Doug Kerr, CC BY 2.0
- Wilson Castle, Proctor. First up is one of the more obvious castles in Vermont, Wilson Castle! It’s located in Proctor, Vermont, and was built in the 19th century.
- Harry Barber’s Miniature Castles, South Hero. One of the more unique castles in Vermont is Harry Barber’s Miniature Castles. These are also one of the unique castles in all of New England!
- Converse Hall (University of Vermont), Burlington. I bet you didn’t expect to see a place from the University of Vermont on here! Converse Hall is built in a castle-like style of architecture, which is why it deserves a spot on this list.
- Brantview House, St. Johnsbury. St. Johnsbury Academy in St. Johnsbury is home to Brantview House, which is a chateau-like building right on campus. The high school is an independent private school that opened in the 1840s, so the entire campus is truly historic.
Sep 23, 2023 · Ausable Point State Park in Peru, New York: Located on the New York side of the lake, this park has a sandy beach and is popular for swimming, picnicking, and camping. Plattsburgh City Beach in Plattsburgh, New York: One of the largest freshwater beaches in the U.S., it offers a sandy shoreline and beautiful views of the Adirondack Mountains.
May 31, 2016 · Located in Canastota in Central New York, Greystone Castle served as Methodist Church for more than 50 years. Beginning in the 1960s, Greystone was abandoned for decades. Beginning in the 1960s ...
