Submitted by petertheo89 t3_zpvbjn in vermont
I'll be staying in Hardwick, VT with my girlfriend in January. Does anyone have any recommendations for scenic spots to pop the question?
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imgoinglobal t1_j0uqz6z wrote
Do you Nordic ski at all? Or have any interest in giving it a shot?
TheGoldberryBombadil t1_j0ur6wv wrote
Maybe somewhere along Caspian Lake!
petertheo89 OP t1_j0urnwf wrote
Yes, that's what we'll be doing! Planning on going to the Craftsbury Center
PuddleCrank t1_j0usgc3 wrote
I think there's some covered bridges that are either haunted or romantic I've forgotten.
frogyoubuddy t1_j0usr2y wrote
Romantically haunted, can’t beat that.
1DollarOr1Million t1_j0uu979 wrote
Lake Willoughby isn’t too far. Might be cold but is always beautiful. Or take her for dinner at Simon Pierce and pop it there? If you are ok with doing it in a restaurant.
losingit19 t1_j0uvqx1 wrote
Nichols Ledge is a very short and easy hike. If you and your car will be equipped for some snow. Just be sure to approach from the south unless you want to do some bumpy off roading before you pop the question.
Naive_Midnight_5732 t1_j0uwv87 wrote
South beach at Willoughby Lake is a solid choice.
Unique-Public-8594 t1_j0ux9op wrote
Propose along one of their trails. Perfect.
Consider getting someone to discreetly follow to capture a photo of your special moment and/or someone to go ahead and carve a heart with your initials in the snow.
Maybe celebrate the next day at Edson Hill. Dinner if price is no object and you can snag reservations, if on a budget, go for drinks and apps at their bar.
For your lodging, maybe bring her favorite love songs playlist, some rose petals, and lots of candles. Bubble bath if there is a tub.
Unique-Public-8594 t1_j0uyrt2 wrote
There’s one on rte 15 in next door Wolcott. Good suggestion. Solid photo op.
Fisher Covered Bridge:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fisher_Covered_Railroad_Bridge
Unique-Public-8594 t1_j0uz7ln wrote
Simon Pearce seems too busy/touristy for a romantic moment though. Not excited about a proposal in a restaurant. Icky.
Willoughby is about an hour’s drive from Hardwick but is pretty. In winter the lake might remind you of a lake or an open field, if frozen. I don’t remember any dining there.
Unique-Public-8594 t1_j0uzepn wrote
That area can be steep and slippery. Might be unsafe in winter for those unfamiliar.
SirPotential6497 t1_j0uzkk0 wrote
Cabot plains is pretty spectacular, almost 360 view, covered bridge, and never busy unless at sunset
savory_thing t1_j0v2eii wrote
Fisher Bridge is a few miles east of Hardwick on 15, part of the old St. J & LC RR, and if I remember correctly the only railroad covered bridge left.
losingit19 t1_j0v2onz wrote
This is true. Depends on their experience level and inclination for adventure. A lot of paved road lakes are better for an easy photo setup and a hassle-free day. But if OP is up for it this is certainly a breathtaking proposal spot that will probably be empty.
Princessleiawastaken t1_j0v576h wrote
Haunted heightens the romance
_User_Name_Fail t1_j0v7s5r wrote
I thought "bumpy off roading" was a euphemism at first!
brainzilla420 t1_j0v90lk wrote
If you're up for an hour hike/snowshoe, then the top of Mt pisgah (by lake Willoughby) is the roof of Vermont, you can see forever and ever. It's my favorite place in vt. Would be totally worth it - put in a good hike, earn the view, and get the girl. Happy to give more details if you're interested.
Be sure to swing by the blackbird bistro or Parker pie to celebrate after!
butt3rbuck t1_j0vayce wrote
Came here to say all of this. Nichols Ledge is the most spectacular spot around. DO NOT APPROACH FROM THE NORTH it’s a snowmobile trail at that time of year. The parking lot for Nichols is where the plow turns around.
sound_of_apocalypto t1_j0vba7r wrote
Check with the maître d' !
Wired0ne t1_j0vbl9a wrote
LOL... Check the creme brulee! Never know what you'll find!
TillPsychological351 t1_j0vd8v1 wrote
This is the only possible answer. Look up AM Foster Covered Bridge on Google maps and images.
WhyImNotDoingWork t1_j0ve9o0 wrote
Not sure construction will be done until February there
WhyImNotDoingWork t1_j0vee0t wrote
I was just there yesterday and it is beautiful. Do it there.
petertheo89 OP t1_j0veold wrote
Thanks for the suggesting! This might make the most sense since we're planning on XC skiing
petertheo89 OP t1_j0vevvd wrote
Edson Hill is a little fancy for us, we're salt of the earth, cozy, take our dogs everywhere with us type people
petertheo89 OP t1_j0vexjm wrote
Thanks will definitely consider this!
Nutmegdog1959 t1_j0vg2gj wrote
The landfill in Coventry is lovely this time of year. If you get there at just the right time of day the steam from the snow on the decaying garbage creates an other-worldly photo opportunity.
whaletacochamp t1_j0virp6 wrote
Don’t forget your cloche
BoneRash666 t1_j0viwqv wrote
My friend has a sick backyard skatepark in Hardwick you can get someone to air over you while you’re on your knee haha
joeconn4 t1_j0vrivu wrote
At Craftsbury, I think the most beautiful place is the top of Elinor's Hill. It's an incredible view of to the east! On their trail map, it's where the 29 circle is: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5cf93199c24c0a000107ec5b/t/601dd5f354d35170cf2e06f7/1612568051698/2021-01-11-SKI-COCZoom_10.5x17.pdf.
petertheo89 OP t1_j0vvcji wrote
Thanks for the suggestion! We will have dogs with us, so I think we're limited to Fox Run and Cabin Trail
Enough_Camel2650 t1_j0vzbup wrote
Not sure how accessible they will be during that period of time but Nichols ledge or Barr Hill
joeconn4 t1_j0w04i7 wrote
You are correct. Little Hosmer Pond and Great Hosmer Pond, those trails allow leashed dogs too. I haven't skied the trails on the northwest side of Lost Nation Rd in forever, so no recommendations.
bennyblanco2022 t1_j0w701r wrote
the DMV is lovely this time of year
sound_of_apocalypto t1_j0w9ath wrote
For that kind of money one might risk diabetes!
grnmtnboy0 t1_j0wa1nw wrote
Bald Mountain is right by Pisgah and has a fire tower on top so the views are even better
petertheo89 OP t1_j0wcndr wrote
I hope you get the help you need
SilverKelpie t1_j0whgby wrote
There is The Gap by Willoughby for food. They always have a few nice weekly specials that they detail on their Facebook page.
Unique-Public-8594 t1_j0whmuo wrote
Are you talking about the construction near E Elmore Rd in Wolcott?
stacey1771 t1_j0wj5p5 wrote
If you want to drive all the way up to Newport, there's Shattuck's Hill, faces Lake Memphremagog, there's a place to park and everything.
Unique-Public-8594 t1_j0wjft1 wrote
My spouse proposed at a restaurant. I really didn’t like that.
Unique-Public-8594 t1_j0wjtxd wrote
Got it. Was thinking of maybe making it memorable but it sounds like you’ve got the perfect plan that is more personal. I like it.
WhyImNotDoingWork t1_j0wptzh wrote
No at the covered bridge they are still doing work and don’t plan to finish that section of trail and I believe the bridge until almost feb.
Unique-Public-8594 t1_j0wr9xb wrote
But one can stand with the bridge as background for a photo, right? (That’s all I was suggesting.). Just not hike the trail?
WhyImNotDoingWork t1_j0wryt1 wrote
There is construction equipment on the bridge and all around it
Loudergood t1_j0ws64k wrote
Honestly just the view from the south beach alone is stunning enough.
Unique-Public-8594 t1_j0ws82w wrote
That’s great info for OP. Good that you spoke up.
Loudergood t1_j0ws9kk wrote
Not what I would call a proposal spot but check out the Museum of Everyday life and Bread and Puppet while you're there
Macora2014 t1_j0wxi24 wrote
Beside Lake Caspian in Greensboro!
brainzilla420 t1_j0x0gj0 wrote
True, but it ain't got cliffs, and pisgah's are fantastic.
Internal-Fudge8578 t1_j0x3tw7 wrote
The hardwick house of pizza is the best restaurant in town, they have bud light on draft, you could put the ring in a nice pint of Bud Latte.
pondusedtobeupthere t1_j0xikab wrote
Pull treats out of your pocket for the pups, give them to her to feed them (and to distract her) then pull out the ring and propose when she is finished with the dog treats. Treats all around!
Responsible_Heart365 t1_j0y3f88 wrote
The bridge over the river right downtown is pretty scenic.
petertheo89 OP t1_j0ywffw wrote
What a great idea! Ty!
bennyblanco2022 t1_j0yzt4x wrote
please help me oh wise one
Icantwriteforshit- t1_j0zen6r wrote
Covered bridge in Clarendon. There’s a beautiful river that runs below it too. It’s on Gorge rd in Clarendon VT. Called the Kingsley covered bridge.
mountainofclay t1_j1012wb wrote
What aboutStephen Hunick’s Dog Chapel. I’ve never been there but I’m sure the dogs will like it.
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