Breweries, Distilleries & Cideries Near Gnome Shire Cottage
Vermont Craft Drinks, Local Flavor & Easy Access from Your Stay
Staying at Gnome Shire Cottage puts you right between some of Northern Vermont’s best breweries, cideries, and distilleries. Whether you’re biking the rail trail, heading toward Stowe, or exploring backroads through Johnson and Cambridge—you’re never far from a great drink and a relaxed local vibe.
This is your go-to guide to the best nearby spots.
Breweries Near Gnome Shire Cottage
Lost Nation Brewing (Morrisville – ~15 min)
Right on the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
European-inspired beers (clean, balanced, very drinkable)
Full food menu → easy dinner stop
Outdoor seating in warmer months
Top pick for rail trail + brewery combo
Soulmate Brewing Company (Morrisville – ~15 min)
Small-batch, creative beers
Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
Often has food trucks or events
Low-key, local feel
Rock Art Brewery (Morrisville – ~15 min)
Known for Ridge Runner & Vermonster
No-frills tasting room
One of the original breweries in the area
Great quick stop if you’re already in Morrisville
Ten Bends Beer (Hyde Park – ~15 min)
Known for bold, hop-forward beers
Modern tasting space
Easy add-on stop near Morrisville
Great for IPA lovers
The Alchemist (Stowe – ~25 min)
Home of the legendary Heady Topper
One of the most well-known breweries in the country
Beautiful, modern facility
Iconic Vermont stop
von Trapp Brewing (Stowe – ~30 min)
Austrian-style lagers
Stunning mountain views
Full bierhall with food
More of an experience than just a brewery
Brewster River Brewery (Cambridge/Jeffersonville – ~30 min)
Pub-style brewery with full menu
Great stop near Smugglers’ Notch
Cozy, classic Vermont feel
Cideries Near Stowe & Morrisville
Stowe Cider (Stowe – ~25 min)
Crisp, modern craft cider
Fun taproom with events and live music
Great alternative if you’re not a beer person
Easy crowd-pleaser stop
Distilleries Near Gnome Shire Cottage
Smugglers’ Notch Distillery (Cambridge – ~30 min)
Vodka, bourbon, rum & more
Tasting flights available
Great stop heading toward Smugglers’ Notch
Pairs well with a scenic drive
Green Mountain Distillers (Morrisville – ~15 min)
Small-batch Vermont spirits
Known for vodka and maple liqueur
Quick stop near other Morrisville spots
Barr Hill by Caledonia Spirits (Optional add-on – ~1 hour)
Award-winning gin made with raw honey
Beautiful tasting room and cocktails
Unique Vermont distillery experience
A great home base for exploring Vermont’s craft beverage scene
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