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     Enjoy a hearty New England breakfast in the dining room by a crackling fire before setting out to discover the Pleasures of local attractions. Ski down the trails or challenge the cross country terrain. Cast your fishing rod into the Farmington River in the protected trout area, bike the trails, or enjoy the challenge of tubing, canoeing or kayaking. Hike the Tunxis Trail, or plan a horse drawn sleigh ride on a local farm. Enjoy the pleasure of finding the perfect antique, spending the day at a spa or shopping at quality local stores. Curl up by the fire with a good book in one parlor or play piano in the other. Discount coupons are available for most of the above activities. 

Farmington Valley Greenway and Farmington River Trail

The Farmingron Valley Greenway is a 22 mile multi-use trail running through six towns. The trail is designed for walking, jogging, biding, and roller blading. The Farmington River Trail is an 18 mile loop trail and traverses some of the area's loveliest landscapes and the longest stretch of on-road riding. For more info: www.fvgreenway.org

Bicycle Touring

Farmington Valley Greenway and Farmington River Trail
The Farmingron Valley Greenway is a 22 mile multi-use trail running through six towns. The trail is designed for walking, jogging, biding, and roller blading. The Farmington River Trail is an 18 mile loop trail and traverses some of the area's loveliest landscapes and the longest stretch of on-road riding. for more info: www.fvgreenway.org Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking - For information about the area check out the Local Cycling Events @ www.benidormbikes.com

Visit the events page for packages for bicycle touring.

Canoeing & Kayaking

Main Stream Canoes and Kayaks - www.MainStreamCanoe.com

  • Instructions & Guides
  • Trips
  • Equipment Rental
  • New & Used Canoes & Kayaks

FISHING

"Bring your spouse and let him/her enjoy the other attractions while you fish." Visit one of two fishing stores in New Hartford. The two stores are located on the banks of the Farmington River. They can provide you with quality equipment, locally tied flies, or a wealth of knowledge about fly fishing the Farmington & Housatonic Rivers. Relax for a day with one of their experienced fishing guides.

Upcountry Sports Fishing www.farmingtonRiver.com
Clasic & Custom Fly Shop www.classicandcustomflyshop.com

Visit the events page to see packages available for "Learn to Fly Fish"

CANTON CLAY WORKS

Have you always been interested in ceramic arts or have you had experience but not the time? Treat yourself to a get-away, learn from Tim Scull and his staff and take time for simple pleasures. Go to www.cantonclayworks.com for a class schedule. Make it a weekend and spend the night in a peaceful bed and breakfast.

RESTURANTS

  • Full Belly Deli, Route 44, New Hartford Ct. 1-860-379-7069 (across the street)
  • Chatterley's Restaurant, Route 44, Downtown New Hartford 1-860-379-2428 (within minutes)
  • Log House Restaurant, Route 44, Barkhamsted. 1-860-379-8937
  • Blue Sky Restaurant, Route 44, New Hartford. 1-860-379-0000 (< 5 minutes or walking distance)
  • Passiflora - Tea House and Cafe with an assortment of programs and services. visit: www.passifloratea.com
  • Saybrook Fish House of Canton, 460 Albany Turnpike, Canton, CT 06019, (860)693-0034, SayFish@SayFishCanton.com

THEATERS

Infinity Hall

Built in 1883 in picturesque Norfolk in northwest Connecticut, Infinity Hall is an intimate music, dining and entertainment destination beyond compare. Newly renovated, the historic building features its original proscenium stage and wood, as well as many other notable details. 20 Greenwoods Rd W, Norfolk, CT 06058, (860) 542-5531, www.infinityhall.com

Cinerom Movieplex, Route 44, Winsted, CT. 860-738-6501 (8 theatres, showing mainstream cinema)

Gilson Theater, Winsted, CT www.gilsoncafecinema.com, 860-379-5108

Dinner & A Movie (appetizers, soup, salads, sandwiches, coctails)

Pleasant Valley Drive-In, www.pleasantvalleydrivein.com, 860- 379-6102,

Warner Theater - Torrington, CT, 860-489-7180, visit www.warnertheatre.org for upcoming events

The Warner Theater is a great destination for entertainment with affordable prices, diverse programs and revitalized facilities.

WINE TASTING

Jerram Winery 535 Town Hill Road, New Hartford www.jerramwinery.com

FALL FOLIAGE - For pictures of New Hartford fall foliage

ICE SKATING

  • Chapin Park Ice Skating (weather permitting) in the park acctoss the street.
  • Covered rink at Simsbury Farms Recreation Complex with figure and hockey skates available for rental. www.simsburyrec.com

GOLF

Simsbury Farms Recreation - Complex 18 hole course designed by Geoff Cornish One of the most poppular and scenic in the area. Visit the events page for golf package available www.simsburyrec.com

BEACHES

Metropolitan District Commission maintained beach at Lake Mc Donough with picnic area.

Farmington River Tubing - Satan's Kingdom State Recreation Area, New Hartford, CT

DOWNHILL SKIING - Visit events page for ski packages

Ski Sundown, New Hartford, CT - www.skisundown.com

  • Experience quality skiing and snowboarding within a mile of Chapin Park
  • 15 Trails, 14 with night lighting
  • 3 triple chairlifts, 1 double chairlift & 1 conveyor
  • Elevation: Top 1075 feet; Base 450 feet

 

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