Our Towns Andover
Chester
This Andover is named for the Connecticut town, which in turn was named for the one in Massachusetts. The town was nearly twice its present size when it was granted in 1761. However, a ridge of highlands (including the aptly named Terrible Mountain) made it virtually impossible to get from one side of town to the other, so the western portion was made into the separate town of Weston in 1799. Today the lovely town of Andover is home to many vibrant Vermont artisans, small authentic farms, and even a hot air balloon maker!
Nestled between Bromley, Magic, Stratton, and Okemo, located just west of the junction of Route 11 and 103 on Route 11, Chester is a town full of beautiful architectural treasures surrounded by unspoiled countryside. Lodging and dining, from elegant to homey, will make you glad to have found a thriving town that has not lost its sense of history and place. Nominated as one of the prettiest “Painted Places� in America, the charming village of Chester offers a number of shops with distinct personalities and a pretty village green.
Town office: 802-875-2765
Town office: 802-875-2173
Cavendish
Ludlow
Located along Route 131 and comprised of two villages, Proctorsville on the western end of Route 131 and Cavendish further to the east, several glimmer stone houses and numerous small businesses mark the two villages. Cavendish offers spring trophy trout fishing and kayaking along the scenic Black River. Proctorsville offers exquisite biking along unadulterated back roads and Route 131 as it winds along the river. Beautiful fall vistas of Vermont farm fields as well as hiking in state forests make for great year-round recreation.
Located at the junction of Route 100/103, this 150+ year old village began life as a mill town powered by the sparkling Black River. Chartered in 1761 when Seth Lee claimed his lot and settled on what is now Pond Street (Main Street). Today, the adorable town of Ludlow is the thriving fourseason town in the heart of the Okemo Valley with shops, galleries, exceptional dining, a haven of lodging choices, and lots of things to do. Ludlow is home to Okemo Mountain Resort, a perfect yearround playground with world-class amenities.
Town office: 802-226-7291
Town office: 802-228-3232
6 Okemo Valley Regional Guide
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