The Pitcher Inn, 275 Main Street, Warren Vermont 05674, 802-496-6350

Relais & Chateau



"Surrounded by mountains sheathed in white billboard-free and calendar perfect." -Marjorie Robins, Newsday

Location & Directions

Our Location
The Pitcher Inn is located in the heart of Warren village (chartered 1780, pop. 1,237), at the end of the Mad River Valley which is at the foot of Sugarbush Ski and Golf Resort, situated within a geographical area known as central Vermont and adjacent to 350,000 acres of the Green Mountain National Forest.

Natural Diversions
The Green Mountain National Forest represents over 50% of all public lands in Vermont and with over 500 miles of trails stretching over two-thirds the length of Vermont, it offers endless opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to get into the great outdoors all year long. From rugged mountain tops to secluded streams (crystal clear waters perfect for swimming), one can discover the ideal place for every activity from birding, berry picking, canoeing, mountain biking, fishing and in the winter; cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The legendary Long Trail runs across the mountain ridge overlooking Warren, with three of Vermont's five 4,000 foot peaks all accessible within a day's hike of the Inn.

The Green Mountain National Forest contains numerous designated 'Wilderness Areas' of which the 21,480-acre Breadloaf Wilderness is the largest and is situated at our doorstep. It is not uncommon to hear daily reports of moose and deer sightings and on occasions even black bear and bobcats.

The Forest has numerous scenic auto tours that start from the Inn, including the Lincoln Gap (closed in winter for rocket sledding), Appalachian Gap, Brandon Gap, Bingo Road, the Robert Frost Memorial Drive, Texas Falls Recreation Area and the White River area. Tailor made driving itineraries can be coordinated by the Inn. Numerous lakes and ponds are within easy reach of Warren and guests have complimentary access to the Inn's canoe (including paddles and roof rack).

The Green Mountains receives ample snow for winter recreation activities with Sugarbush and Mad River Glen ski resorts are just minutes away.

Cultural and Historic Diversions
Central Vermont is not only home to Warren and the Mad River Valley, but also to the pristine capital city of Montpelier, which is nestled amidst beautiful lakes and streams running through rolling hills. Over 40 covered bridges (many on the National Register of Historical Places) may be enjoyed along the country roads and pastoral highways of central Vermont. Numerous historical sights are within two hours' drive from the Inn, including the Billings Farm and Museum, Chimney Point State Historic Site, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Middlebury College Museum of Art, Morgan Horse Farm (UVM), Montshire Museum of Science, New England Maple Museum, President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site, Vermont Institute of Natural Science and Raptor Center, and the Wilson Castle to name a few. Possibly Vermont's most famous museum, the Shelburne Museum and its sister property, Shelburne Farms, are also within a 45 minute drive.

In addition, central Vermont is also home to numerous golf courses (including our own Robert Trent Jones Sr. mountain course at Sugarbush) and five ski resorts within a 55 minute drive of Warren.


Map of Northeastern United States

Map of Vermont


Driving Instructions

From New York City, Albany NY and other points south & west:
  - Take I-87 'NY State Thruway' north, past Albany and Glen Falls to Exit 20.
  - Taking Exit 20, go northeast to NY Route #149 heading towards Fort Ann on Route #4.
  - Turn left onto Route #4 (north), crossing into Vermont in Fair Haven. Continue on Route #4 through Rutland towards Killington.
  - Just before Killington turn left (north) onto Route #100. Follow Route #100 North for approx. 37 miles to Warren.
  - The entrance to the village will be on your right, which is Main Street. Take Main Street through town (1/2 mile) and you will find The Pitcher Inn in the center of town on the right hand side.
     
From Connecticut and Western Massachusetts:
  - Take I-91 north past Hartford, CT. into Massachusetts, continue past Springfield, MA. into Vermont and on to White River Junction to Exit 10 for I-89 North.
  - Taking Exit 10, go north on I-89 then follow directions from White River Junction, below.
     
From Boston, Eastern Massachusetts & So. New Hampshire:
  - Take I-93 north from Boston into New Hampshire, then bypassing Manchester, between Exits 11 and 12, take I-89 north through New Hampshire.
  - I-89 crosses the border near Lebanon and White River Junction. Follow directions from White River Junction, below.
     
From White River Junction on I-89 Northbound
  For the adventurous driver (who also enjoys reading instructions):
  - Take I-89 north to Exit 5, Northfield (and Norwich University).
  - When exiting the Interstate, turn west onto Route # 64 towards Northfield.
  - As you come down Route #64, it is bisected by Route #12 and in front towards the right is a Mobil gas station, cross over Route #12, into 'Lovers Lane' keeping the gas station to your right. This road is unpaved but it is less than a mile long, till you reach Route #12A (not #12!).
  - Turn left on to Route #12A (also known as Roxbury Road), heading southwest towards Roxbury (approx. 6 miles). You will pass the Northfield Country Club on your right.
  - In the hamlet of Roxbury, turn right onto the Warren / Roxbury Mountain Road (you will pass over a railway line), heading west. The Warren / Roxbury Mountain Road climbs over the Northfield Mountains, at which point it becomes unpaved until you are over the mountain pass. Continue down until you reach the East Warren Road.
  - Turn left into East Warren Road which then curves down and to the right, becoming Brook Road.
  - Follow Brook Road into Warren village until the end, hitting Main Street
  - Turn left on Main Street and you will see The Pitcher Inn on your left.
     

  For the prudent driver (particularly in winter, bad weather or at night):

  - Take I-89 north to Exit 9, Middlesex / Moretown.
  - At the end of the ramp, go left, cross under I-89 to the stop sign.
Turn left onto Route #2 (east) for one mile. Then turn right (south) onto Route #100B.
  - Follow Route #100B through Moretown, when it runs into Route #100 (south).
  - Continue on Route #100 South, through the town of Waitsfield and then to Warren. The entrance to the village will be on your left. Take Main Street across the bridge through town (1/8 mile). The Inn will be on your left.
     

Southbound directions from Montreal and Burlington (Airport):

  - Take I-89 south to Exit 10, Waterbury.
  - Bear right off the exit ramp to the stop sign (bearing left takes one to Stowe). Turn left onto Route #2 East and proceed through Waterbury to the other end of town to Route #100 South.
  - Turn right onto Route #100 South and proceed for seven miles to the stop sign a, then turn right on continue on Route #100 South through the town of Waitsfield and then to Warren. The entrance to the village will be on your left. Take Main Street across the bridge through town (1/8 mile). The Inn will be on your left.

Travel Time Chart:

Albany, NY

135 miles; 3.0 hrs

New York, NY

325 miles; 5.75 hrs

Baltimore, MD

460 miles, 9.0 hrs

Ottawa, Ont

240 miles; 4.5 hrs

Boston, MA

190 miles; 3.5 hrs

Philadelphia, PA

390 miles; 7.0 hrs

Buffalo, NY

435 miles; 9.0 hrs

Pittsburgh, PA

575 miles; 13.0 hrs

Burlington, VT

45 miles; 1.0 hrs

Providence, RI

225 miles; 4.0 hrs

Chicago, IL

775 miles; 14.0 hrs

Raleigh, NC

750 miles; 13.5 hrs

Cleveland, OH

620 miles; 11 hrs

Syracuse, NY

285 miles; 5.5 hrs

Hartford, CT

210 miles; 3.5 hrs

Toronto, Ont

440 miles; 9.0 hrs

Montreal, Que

140 miles; 2.5 hrs

Washington, DC

490 miles; 9.0 hrs

New Haven, CT

245 miles; 4.0 hrs

 

 


Distance and approximate travel times from other Relais & Chateaux properties in the area:
Property Mileage Travel Time
The Inn at Sawmill Farm, West Dover, Vermont 110 miles 2.5 hours
Home Hill Inn, Plainfield, New Hampshire 75 miles 2.0 hours
Lake Placid Lodge, Lake Placid, New York 90 miles 2.5 hours
The Point, Saranac Lake, New York 110 miles 3.0 hours
Auberge Hatley, Quebec, Canada 110 miles 3.0 hours
Blantyre, Lennox, Massachusetts 150 miles 3.5 hours
The White Barn Inn, Kennebunkport, Maine 210 miles 4.0 hours
The Mayflower Inn, Connecticut 260 miles 5.0 hours

TRAIN CONNECTION
 Amtrak 's Vermonter (http://www.amtrak.com/trains/vermonter.html) offers a daily, direct train service from Washington D.C., through Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York City to Waterbury, Vermont, arriving around 7:30 p.m. Waterbury is 18 miles (20 minutes) north of Warren. Private Taxi transfers or car rental can be arranged to meet you at Waterbury's train station (which is an unmanned station).
     
AIR CONNECTIONS
Scheduled Flights
Burlington International Airport (BTV) (http://www.vermontairports.com/btv.html) is one of the most convenient airports to fly into. You can land in Burlington and drive to Warren within 50 minutes. Private Taxi and car rentals are available from the airport. The following cities have direct air service to Burlington:
New York - JFK Jet Blue
New York - La Guardia US Air
New York - Newark Continental Airlines
Boston, MA Delta
Washington D.C. - Dulles Independence Air & United
Washington D.C. - Reagan US Air
Chicago, IL United
Detroit, MI Continental Airlines & Northwest Airlines
Pittsburgh, PA US Air
Philadelphia, PA United & US Air
Cleveland, OH Continental Airlines
Cincinnati, OH Delta
Albany, NY Continental Airlines
     
Private Charter Flights
Montpelier's (MPV) Edward F. Knapp State Airport (http://www.vermontairports.com/barre.html) is the closest full service airport that welcomes most private charter flights It is about 30 miles (30 minutes) from Warren and we can certainly assist either with private taxi transfers or have a car rental meet you upon your charter flight's arrival.
     
Private Planes
Warren-Sugarbush Airport (OB7) (http://www.vermontairports.com/warren.html) has the unique distinction of being the home of the Sugarbush Soaring Association (gliding center) and is less than a five minute drive from the Inn. They welcome private planes on their 2,650 foot x 30 foot wide asphalt runway. We would be happy to collect you in person and arrange for a rental car to meet you at the Inn. Please contact us for further specific information. Overnight parking is currently $15.00 and 100 Low Lead fuel available.
     
Helicopters
Due to our location within the village of Warren, the closest permitted landing site for helicopters would be Warren-Sugarbush Airport (OB7).