We are continuing on our quest to share with you the best golf packages in Vermont. Here in the central part of the state there are many places to choose from.
The Basin Harbor Club is located in Vergennes with beautiful views of Lake Champlain. Come and experience Lake Champlain golf at its finest. Designed by world known architect Geoffrey Cornish, this 18 hole golf course at Basin Harbor is a delight for any golfer to play. With over 6,500 yards of rolling terrain, well placed bunkers and contoured fairways, this makes Basin Harbor Club a must play. The Basin Harbor Club was the first golf course in Vermont to become a sanctioned Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Golf Course, dedicating to preserving natural resources and enhancing wildlife habitats. Want to come by boat or plane? The Basin Harbor Club has a one mile long landing strip and if you are coming by boat you can dock your boat at the harbor. Your Stay and Play Package includes: Unlimited golf and cart daily, Breakfast and free Wi-Fi.
When you are done with golfing relax at their spa or take out a kayak or boat along the beautiful Lake Champlain.
After a long day of golfing you are sure to be hungry. Enjoy a five
The Birch Ridge Inn in Killington, VT is located between Rutland and Woodstock and has 10 decorated rooms with fireplaces and whirlpools for two. The Inn offers golf packages for both the Green Mountain National and Killington Resort golf courses. You build your own package with their on line Golf Package Calculator. You select a room, enter your arrival date and how many days you want to stay. You enter the number of tee times you want to play, where you want to play and then calculate your package. call 802-435-8566 or visit Birch Ridge Inn for more details.
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The Green Mountain Golf Course has been ranked the #1 public golf course in Vermont and is one of the finest courses in the northeast. Carved out of the Green Mountains the golf course offers gently sloping fairways, changes in elevation and overall natural beauty. Their unique and challenging design offers a private golf experience that will challenge players of all abilities.
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Killington Golf Course is open to the public and is a 6,186-yard, par 72 Championship Golf Course. Their beautiful terrain and breathtaking vistas sets the scene for a beautiful day of golf. They have a practice facility that includes a 12,000 square foot putting green and a practice bunker.
When you get back from your day of golfing and you don't feel like going out for dinner, relax at Birch Ridges restaurant which features a fusion of American and Continental styles.
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The Inn at Long Trail is your classic Bed and Breakfast that has played host to skiers, hikers and anyone who loves the mountains since 1938. Located on Route for they are conveniently located to both the Green Mountain Golf Course and the Killington Golf Course. Their Stay and Play Package includes a 10% discount on both your lodging and one round of golf at either The Green Mountain National Golf Course or The Killington Golf Course. As always breakfast is also included. Call (800) 325-2540 or visit the Inn at Long Trail for more details.
When you get back kick back and enjoy a Ginness draft at McGrath's Irish Pub and enjoy a bite to eat from their pub menu. Maybe even play a game of darts from one of their three real dart boards.
If are not tired and feel like going out for the evening there are many restaurants to choose from in the Killington area. Why not try The Red Clover Inn & Restaurant. It is considered to be one of Killington's most acclaimed restaurants and they were just voted 2015 Restaurateurs of the Year at the Vermont Travel Industry Conference. Call 802-422-4040 or visit North Star Lodge and Resort for more details.
Situated along the Connecticut River and surrounded by the beautiful Vermont mountains, Lake Morey Resort is the perfect vacation spot for anytime of year. With more than half of the rooms overlooking the lake, this is the perfect spot for your golf vacation. Lake Morey's Stay and Play Package includes overnight lodging, 4-course dinner, full Vermont country breakfast, complimentary greens fees, and use of the Resort’s standard seasonal amenities. Stay 3 nights and the 4th night is free. Call the resort for more details.
After your day of golf enjoy many of the amenities the resort has to offer. Relax in the water spa, take in a movie, or get some sun on the private beach. These are just a few of the things you can enjoy on your vacation.
Enjoy a relaxing dinner in the dining room while enjoying the beautiful views of the lake just a few feet away. The menu includes a creative crafted American cuisine by their very talented chef, who uses the freshest of ingredients. After dinner go the Steamboat Lounge on the 2nd floor for some of Vermont's finest entertainment. Do some dancing or just relax at one of the cozy, candlelit tables.
Whatever you do, you will not be disappointed with your stay at Lake Morey Resort. Call (802) 333-4311 or visit Lake Morey Resort for more details.
Located on the Okemo Mountain Resort, Okemo Valley Golf Club was voted by Golfweek Magazine as the #2 golf course you can play on in Vermont in 2015. The course opened in 2000 and was designed by Steve Durkee. Enjoy the green mountain views as you are playing on the their 70 par, 6400 yard, 18 hole championship course. The one of a kind fairways are filled with with dips, ripples, rolls and hollows, allowing for some refreshing mountain breezes.
After your long day of golf you are bound to be hungry. The Coleman Brook Tavern right on Okemo Mountain Resort is the perfect choice. The impressive menu is a mix of traditional and modern cuisine cooked perfectly by Chef Scott Emerson. Enjoy a glass of wine with your dinner. Their award winning wine list features over 800 selections and 7,000 bottles. Wine Spectator's Magazine awarded Coleman Brook Tavern The Best Award of Excellence, one of only 800 restaurants worldwide.
Whatever course you choose this is the perfect spot for your golfing vacation.
This wraps it up for our Stay and Play Golf Packages in Central Vermont. What is your favorite golfing destination in Vermont?