Ludlow vacation rentals

Ludlow may be small in size, but it's huge on charm

Nestled in the shadow of the skiing mecca of Okemo Mountain Resort, the quaint hamlet of Ludlow is everything you picture when you think of the quintessential Vermont town. While many come to hit the slopes, there are plenty of other things to do at your Ludlow vacation rental. Dating back more than a 150 years, the charming downtown is dotted with cozy eateries, galleries, and shops. Combine that with endless outdoor activities and quirky local festivals, and you're sure to find something to please everyone in your crew.

It's time to discover your artistic side

It's not just about the activities in Ludlow, though there are plenty to go around. Take a break and tap into your craftiest instincts at the Fletcher Farm School for the Arts & Crafts, set in an 18th-century farmhouse, where you can try your hand at anything from woodworking to jewelry making. Once you're rested up, head to Okemo Valley Golf Club or Adventure Zone, where you'll find a mountain coaster, zipline tours, and plenty of other things to get your adrenaline pumping. For a real rush, join the locals jumping off the rocks at stunning Buttermilk Falls.

Finding natural highs in thrilling Ludlow

If it's an outdoor activity, you can probably find it at your Ludlow vacation rental. There's obviously great skiing at Okemo Mountain Resort, the town's main draw, but that's not all -- they offer snowboarding, snowshoeing, hiking, and mountain biking, too (just to name a few). Trade in the snow for water at nearby Lake Rescue and Echo Lake, popular for swimming, boating, and waterskiing in the summer, and skating, ice fishing, and snowmobiling in the winter. There's great fishing in the area, so pack your best pole. For a real taste of local life, hit up the Annual Vermont State Zucchini Festival.

Choose from four seasons of fun in vibrant Vermont

Lots of things come to mind when you think of typical New England weather, and Ludlow has them all. Super snowy winters make for some prime skiing conditions. Just be sure to bundle up -- you can expect below-freezing temps anywhere from November to March, with single digits in January and February. Summers are mild and pleasant, with highs typically in the upper 70s to low 80s in the warmest months of June to August. A Ludlow vacation rental is perfect for the leaf peepers in your crew, with fiery colors typically peaking in October.

The fish are jumpin' high in idyllic Ludlow

At 3,344 feet above sea level, you can't miss Okemo Mountain towering over the town. The mountain's just the beginning of the story, though. Your Ludlow vacation rental will be surrounded by rolling green hills and pastoral farmland. The forests come alive in the fall, and the lakes are packed with more fish than you could ever want, including bass, trout, and perch -- if you're lucky, you'll be catching your own dinner. Don't forget to stop by Buttermilk Falls for a breathtaking sight.

Transportation to and around Ludlow

The nearest airport is in Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State), located 9.7 mi (15.5 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal), which is 25.2 mi (40.6 km) away.