Killington (January 2002)

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Hotel: Killington Grand Link to my review

Restaurants:
Charity's Link to my review
Pickel Barrel Link to my review

Killington: Pickle Barrel (January 2002)

The Pickle Barrel has four bars, two levels, two stages, and one blow out night after night. The Pickle Barrel Nightclub is Killington's largest and most exciting entertainment venue. Centrally located on the Killington Road, the Pickle Barrel has three levels of dynamic entertainment space, performance stages, dance floors, and bars housed within one of the area's most storied buildings. The Pickle Barrel has been a favorite party spot and gathering place since the 1960s, and today, its legendary stage is home to the top names in music. From iconic rock legends, to emerging artists, the live music you want is at the Pickle Barrel.

Killington: Charity's 1887 Saloon (January 2002)

Charity's 1887 Saloon and Restaurant was built in 1971 by owner Jack Giguere and the Cold Weather Construction Company. Charity's has been a favorite gathering place for local patrons as well as seasonal visitors. Upon entering Charity's 1887 Saloon and Restaurant, one's attention is quickly drawn to the ornate antique bar gracing the wall opposite the entrance. It is made entirely of cherry wood with a handrail and pillars of Italian marble. This exquisite piece of craftsmanship was originally constructed in France and shipped to the US in 1887 for an Italian immigrant named Joe Verzi. The bar came from Verzi's Saloon and Restaurant in Davis, West Virginia around the turn of the century. History tells us that Davis was quite a mining and lumbering boomtown in the late 1800s, and Mr. Verzi was able to parlay his investment into an entire block of buildings that included, in addition to the saloon, a hotel, a barbershop, and numerous other small businesses. Among these was an establishment operated by one Miss Charity, which most surely enjoyed the degree of popularity one would expect in a town full of miners and lumberjacks. Today, Charity's serves a variety of food from wings, steaks, seafood, BBQ, pasta, and a variety of specials every day. Charity's Tavern has 16 micro beers on tap, and over 35 specialty beers in the bottle.

 

Killington: Woods Resort and Spa (January 2002)

At the heart of Killington, and right off the access road, is an enclave of beauty, quietness, and luxury. Whether you’re staying in one of the beautiful garden-style condos, or in one
of the spacious cluster style townhouses with in unit double jacuzzi and sauna, you can look forward to a truly memorable stay. The Woods also has a gourmet restaurant on-site.

We had a reservation to dine here, and they called and asked us to come early because we were the only customers.

Killington: Grist Mill (January 2002)

Opened in 1985, the Grist Mill has a rich history with locals and with the ski crowd as the establishment that originated and popularized the “Goombay Smash” cocktail. Over the years, the Grist Mill hosted many popular events, including the Green Mountain Road Race and the Killington Tricycle Race. Its central location on the Killington Road, views of Killington Peak, and sunset vistas from the porch overlooking Summit Pond have made it a popular gathering spot for locals and tourists.

Killington: Wobby Barn (January 2002)

Since opening its doors in 1963, the Wobbly Barn has raised the standard of excellence for steak houses and nightclubs in Killington to a whole new level, winning awards for outstanding food and apres ski in the northeast. Its well-known, distinguished dining is the trademark of the Wobbly Barn. As its name implies, therestaurant was created by collecting pieces of barns from across New England, ten in tota,l and it features the finest beef, chops, seafood, and its renowned soup, salad, and fresh bread bar. Plus, their celebrated nightclub boosts the best live entertainment, partie,s and dancing on the mountain. The Wobbly Barn is truly Killington’s home for good time dining and high-altitude entertainment!

Killington: Killington Grand (January 2002)

My spouse and I stayed at the Killington Grand Resort for two nights in late January 2002. The resort is Killington’s only full-service mountainside hotel. It features convenient ski-bridge access to the slopes in the winter, and in the summer, the first tee of the Killington Golf Course is only 200 yards from the front door. Enjoy our heated outdoor pool open year-round, or lounge by the firepit and take in the natural beauty of the Green Mountains. The on-site fitness center contains weight and cardiovascular equipment, sauna, steam room, and a 75-foot outdoor heated pool with two hot tubs. The hotel spa reflects the peace and beauty of the region with a variety of soothing and relaxing spa treatments. Dining options include Ovations Restaurant, Rendezvous Lounge, and the Grand Essentials Coffee and Sundry Shop. The hotel also offers a game room, sports equipment check/valet, and laundry facilities. Room types at the Killington Grand include the following: standard hotel rooms are 335 to 459 square feet and house 2 to 4 guests. Hotel rooms are furnished with one king or two queen beds, and decorated with signature Vermont charm. Studios are 335-459 square feet and sleep 2 to 4 guests. studios are furnished with a queen murphy platform bed for two guests and may also include a queen sofabed for parties of four. Murphy beds pull down from the wall and fold up out of sight when not in use. mattresses rest on platforms. some studios are handicap accessible and others can be connected to hotel rooms upon request. studios offer fully-equipped kitchenettes with refrigerator and freezer, oven and stove, dishwasher and soap, microwave, essential pots, pans, glassware, dinnerware, and utensils suites range from 1 bedroom to 3 bedrooms and house from four to six guests in 584, 1099, or 1111 square feet, respectively. All suites offer fully-equipped kitchenettes, just like our studios. Some suites are also multi-level configurations. penthouses range from two-bedroom at 1516 square feet to three-bedroom at 1719 square feet (accommodates up to ten people). Penthouses include a full kitchen, gas fireplace in the living room, and in-room sauna.