Chris wrote:
> HI Julie,
> Thanks for your response. I'll definitely check out the Castle and
> the Norman Rockwell Museum. Those sound like two sights that would
> intrigue me.
> I know that you usually stay in Ludlow when you visit. But, are you
> at all familiar with Rutland? Is Trolley Square, which is across from
> the Vermont State Fairgrounds off Route 7 an OK area of town? I just
> ask due to a poor review on Travelocity for the Comfort Inn.. stating
> it was in a really bad area of town. But, I would be quite surprised
> if the area is that bad, considering it is Vermont after all. :)
Alas, Chris, I just don't know. I only go to Rutland with my sister, and
only on day trips. I just haven't been there enough to know the bad parts
of town.
Julie
> On Thu, 21 Jul 2005 12:10:33 +0000 (UTC), Juliana L Holm
> wrote:
>>The Wilson Casle in Proctor is a bit south of Rutland, and is worth going
>>to if you like architecture or are interested in quirky stories. I'm a
>>castle fan, and I liked it a lot.
>>
>>There is also at least one, and maybe two, Norman Rockwell museums in the
>>area. The local travel guide is a good place to look for stuff.
>>
>>I can't speak to lodging, as when we visit Vermont we stay at my sister's place
>>in Ludlow.
>>
>>Julie
>>
>>Chris wrote:
>>> Hello,
>>
>>> I am planning a trip to Rutland, Vermont in late summer and was just
>>> looking for some advice or feedback on lodging, places to eat, and
>>> things to do.
>>
>>> What actually brings me to Rutland Vermont is the Vermont State Fair.
>>> One of my favorite country artists will be performing there this
>>> year.. so I thought I'd plan a little get-away to coincide with that
>>> event.
>>
>>> So, with regards to lodging, I was considering either the Comfort Inn
>>> in Trolley Square or the Holiday Inn. Has anyone stayed at either of
>>> these places? Perhaps you may have another suggestion?
>>
>>> Also, anything else to do in the area besides the State Fair? We are
>>> into museums, sightseeing, etc. Also... some nice.. but not too
>>> expensive restaurants around Rutland would also be some helpful
>>> advice.
>>
>>> Thanks in advance for any information or feedback!!
>>
>>> Chris
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