Guidebook for Canaan

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Guidebook for Canaan

Food Scene

This lovely general store turns into a sophisticated American bistro on the weekends, boasting a nice wine list and locally sourced fair. Reservations are necessary.
9 recommandé par les habitants
Old Chatham
9 recommandé par les habitants
This lovely general store turns into a sophisticated American bistro on the weekends, boasting a nice wine list and locally sourced fair. Reservations are necessary.
Nothing chi-chi about this burger and beer joint. But it's got a lovely lake view and a casual, local vibe. The scallops wrapped in bacon are a sinful treat.
6 recommandé par les habitants
Backwater Grille
42 Queechy Lake Dr
6 recommandé par les habitants
Nothing chi-chi about this burger and beer joint. But it's got a lovely lake view and a casual, local vibe. The scallops wrapped in bacon are a sinful treat.
Housed in an atmospheric, historical landmark building in the center of Chatham, this nice, mid-priced restaurant is hit and miss on the food front, but convenient. Nice bar setting in the basement.
68 recommandé par les habitants
Blue Plate
1 Kinderhook St
68 recommandé par les habitants
Housed in an atmospheric, historical landmark building in the center of Chatham, this nice, mid-priced restaurant is hit and miss on the food front, but convenient. Nice bar setting in the basement.
Always lively, this old standard in Hudson is where all the locals gather. It's especially merry in the colder months.
65 recommandé par les habitants
Red Dot Bar & Restaurant
321 Warren St
65 recommandé par les habitants
Always lively, this old standard in Hudson is where all the locals gather. It's especially merry in the colder months.
Lovely room; inventive, locally sourced menu; cheerful staff; easy access. Highly recommended.
79 recommandé par les habitants
Local 111
111 Main St
79 recommandé par les habitants
Lovely room; inventive, locally sourced menu; cheerful staff; easy access. Highly recommended.
I'm a sucker for most anything French and this place, with it's specially imported bread oven—not to mention head baker—is the real deal.
101 recommandé par les habitants
Le Perche
230 Warren St
101 recommandé par les habitants
I'm a sucker for most anything French and this place, with it's specially imported bread oven—not to mention head baker—is the real deal.

Arts & Culture

What can we say? This is one of those memorable experiences you shouldn't miss if you're visiting in high summer. Pack a picnic, chill some wine, and borrow our crystal candleholders.
15 recommandé par les habitants
Tanglewood Lions Gate
Hawthorne Road
15 recommandé par les habitants
What can we say? This is one of those memorable experiences you shouldn't miss if you're visiting in high summer. Pack a picnic, chill some wine, and borrow our crystal candleholders.
Having been both an audience member and a performer at Shakespeare & Co., I can't recommend this theatrical experience enough.
134 recommandé par les habitants
Shakespeare & Company
70 Kemble St
134 recommandé par les habitants
Having been both an audience member and a performer at Shakespeare & Co., I can't recommend this theatrical experience enough.
Contemporary art enthusiasts: Don't miss it! The 45-minute drive to North Adams is scenic and pleasant, plus the facility and various collections will knock your socks off.
382 recommandé par les habitants
MASS MoCA
1040 Mass MoCA Way
382 recommandé par les habitants
Contemporary art enthusiasts: Don't miss it! The 45-minute drive to North Adams is scenic and pleasant, plus the facility and various collections will knock your socks off.
Contemporary, impressionist, modern, this art museum has something for every inclination. The setting is pretty spectacular, as well. We often go on rainy days. Wonderful.
329 recommandé par les habitants
The Clark Art Institute
225 South St
329 recommandé par les habitants
Contemporary, impressionist, modern, this art museum has something for every inclination. The setting is pretty spectacular, as well. We often go on rainy days. Wonderful.
Great rainy day fallback, especially for kiddos.
102 recommandé par les habitants
Berkshire Museum
39 South St
102 recommandé par les habitants
Great rainy day fallback, especially for kiddos.
You don't have to be passionate about the dance to appreciate this incredible venue, nestled against a majestic mountain backdrop. I go for the ballet and tango, my husband joins me for the setting.
257 recommandé par les habitants
Jacob's Pillow
358 George Carter Rd
257 recommandé par les habitants
You don't have to be passionate about the dance to appreciate this incredible venue, nestled against a majestic mountain backdrop. I go for the ballet and tango, my husband joins me for the setting.

Shopping

The lovely Sandy Klempner has an unbeatable eye for design and her eclectic, West Stockbridge antiques store is a delight to visit. Some great deals to be had, as well! Some of our most treasured pieces are from her! sandyklempnerathome.com
Sandy Klempner Antiques & Interiors
22 Main St
The lovely Sandy Klempner has an unbeatable eye for design and her eclectic, West Stockbridge antiques store is a delight to visit. Some great deals to be had, as well! Some of our most treasured pieces are from her! sandyklempnerathome.com

Everything Else

One of our favorite conservation areas to hike in, Hand Hollow is an easy meander for little ones, yet scenic enough to keep adults entertained.
28 recommandé par les habitants
Hand Hollow Conservation Area
4079 County Rd 9
28 recommandé par les habitants
One of our favorite conservation areas to hike in, Hand Hollow is an easy meander for little ones, yet scenic enough to keep adults entertained.
One of my favorite places in the world. 'nough said.
63 recommandé par les habitants
Ooms Conservation Area at Sutherland Pond
480 Rock City Rd
63 recommandé par les habitants
One of my favorite places in the world. 'nough said.
Secondary hospital option
14 recommandé par les habitants
Columbia Memorial Hospital
71 Prospect Ave
14 recommandé par les habitants
Secondary hospital option
We don't downhill ski, but if you do, you can practically roll out of bed and go here. Also, great tubing for the little ones.
115 recommandé par les habitants
Bousquet Ski Area
101 Dan Fox Dr
115 recommandé par les habitants
We don't downhill ski, but if you do, you can practically roll out of bed and go here. Also, great tubing for the little ones.
A pretty drive south, this is slightly more challenging skiing then the much closer Bosquet.
329 recommandé par les habitants
Catamount Mountain Ski Resort
78 Catamount Rd
329 recommandé par les habitants
A pretty drive south, this is slightly more challenging skiing then the much closer Bosquet.
For more serious skiers. We here tell it's great.
200 recommandé par les habitants
Jiminy Peak
37 Corey Rd
200 recommandé par les habitants
For more serious skiers. We here tell it's great.
This easily negotiated, 10-foot wide, paved trail passes through the Hoosic River Valley, between Mount Greylock and the Hoosac Mountain Ranges. Stunning views. Great for all levels.
74 recommandé par les habitants
Ashuwillticook Rail Trail
Rail Trail
74 recommandé par les habitants
This easily negotiated, 10-foot wide, paved trail passes through the Hoosic River Valley, between Mount Greylock and the Hoosac Mountain Ranges. Stunning views. Great for all levels.

Sightseeing

The site of one of the first and largest Shaker settlements, this historical gem is a must-visit for lovers of history, American design, and students of world religions.
161 recommandé par les habitants
Hancock Shaker Village
1843 W Housatonic St
161 recommandé par les habitants
The site of one of the first and largest Shaker settlements, this historical gem is a must-visit for lovers of history, American design, and students of world religions.
Yes, it's a bit out of the way just to pick up a pint of (AMAZING) ginger yogurt, but it's well worth the visit. Children will especially love visiting the baby lambs in the springtime.
12 recommandé par les habitants
Old Chatham Sheepherding Company
155 Shaker Museum Rd
12 recommandé par les habitants
Yes, it's a bit out of the way just to pick up a pint of (AMAZING) ginger yogurt, but it's well worth the visit. Children will especially love visiting the baby lambs in the springtime.