Weekly Local Spotlight

Having been born & raised in Chittenden County & a top trusted name in real estate for over 39 years, I would like to continue our new series of spotlighting different local towns each week. Whether you’re looking to relocate to Vermont or explore your home state – I hope to provide great insight & resources.

Colchester, VT

Colchester provides the best of all worlds – charming village, beautiful lakefront beaches, & quaint farms! There are plenty of activities to enjoy these wonderful attributes while still remaining safe & following proper social distancing – here are a few of my favorites:

Parks & Beaches

Colchester has many beautiful parks & beaches that are open for you to enjoy a new scenery while keeping a safe distance from others. Park amenities such as tennis/pickle ball courts & basketball courts are available for use with proper social distancing. For more information of Colchester’s parks & beaches & safety protocols visit: https://colchestervt.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6151/Parks

International Sailing School

Looking for a creative & safe way to enjoy Mallets Bay this summer or interested in picking up a new hobby? Enjoy discovering Mallets Bay & learning to sail – a great activity for the whole family! For more information or to register: https://secure.rec1.com/VT/colchester-vt/catalog?fbclid=IwAR1dPiiwp3FQ-0hOxIq1NaCdaKoBFoOMeZQbBHcKLSPZXdWkU8UjEjyfguI

Sunset Drive-In

What better social distancing activity than a night at the Drive-In? Sunset Drive-In is a local treasure with so few drive-in movie theaters left & now creating a fun, safe outing for the whole family from the safety of your own car. Sunset has put procedures in place to ensure the safety of its patrons including; tickets can now be purchased online, spaced out parking, & face masks required at restrooms & snack bar. For a weekly schedule of Movies:  https://www.sunsetdrivein.com/

Mazza’s Farm & Market

Visiting Sam Mazza’s Market & PYO Fields is a local favorite! “Pick Your Own” is a great way to enjoy the beautiful weather & get some tasty in season fruit. Currently they are picking blueberries & raspberries. Don’t forget to stop by the petting zoo! Mazza’s is putting proper safety procedures in place to make sure that its patrons remain safe while still getting to enjoy the freshest fruit ripened by the sun including wearing facemasks, hand washing before entering the field, & following proper social distancing guidelines. Their classic Vermont farm market has everything you could want from a delicious bakery to fresh produce! They are now offering online shopping with curbside pickup. Visit their website for updated safety guidelines, picking information & online shopping for curbside pick-up: https://sammazzafarms.com/