I've Visited Vermont for Over 20 Years-This Is the Most Underrated Fall Foliage Town

"10 minutes north of bustling Brattleboro, Vermont, and right off Interstate 91, is the little town of Putney. With only 394 residents, it's the very definition of quaint-and-it's worth a stop for any traveler looking for natural beauty and classic Vermont charm. In addition to its prime, bucolic location in the Green Mountains, Putney is perhaps best known for its schools, including Landmark College and the boarding schools, Putney School and Greenwood School."

"The general store, which was built in 1796 and is the oldest in Vermont, has survived several fires, thanks to the efforts of determined Putney residents. "Literally, the blood, sweat, and tears of this town are in this building. They would not let it die," says Mike Cosco, owner of the Putney General Store. Summer is a popular time to visit Putney, when the Green Mountains are a verdant emerald hue, and students have gone home for break."

"What says fall better than apple picking? GiveToby the sleepy Golden Retriever at Green Mountain Orchards a pat on the head before picking apples and snagging yourself an apple cider donut (a reward for all of your hard work, of course). No time to pick your own? The orchard has a variety of apples to choose from in the storefront, along with locally made jams. If you've visited Vermont before, you may be familiar with the "creemee," which is essentially a richer version of soft"

Putney is a small Vermont town ten minutes north of Brattleboro with 394 residents nestled in the Green Mountains. The town hosts Landmark College, Putney School, and Greenwood School, giving it an educational identity. The Putney General Store, built in 1796, is Vermont's oldest and has been preserved through community efforts. Seasonal draws include verdant summers, a vibrant artist community, and spectacular fall foliage. Visitors can apple-pick at Green Mountain Orchards, buy local jams, and meet the orchard's Golden Retriever. Local treats include apple cider donuts and creemees, a richer version of soft-serve ice cream.

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