On the Snow and in the Water Craig Allsopp

Quechee, Vermont 05059 Holiday 2016 Published Quarterly Sharing the Quechee Experience Victoria Carlson: year, reside in Sherborn, Mas- sachusetts, as do the co-own- On the Snow and in ers of their Quechee home, Suzanne and Adam Craig. the Water When Raycroft began looking for a house, she did not set Molly O’Hara out intending to share with a A skier, swimmer, and a friend; that happened by a dedicated honors student, Vic- little twist of Vermont fate. toria Carlson of Wenham, Mas- As time goes by, however, sachusetts, does it all! Carlson’s she has found it is a wonderful ties to Quechee precede her. way to have a second home Her grandparents, Deb and and, often, increases the fun Dick Carlson, built a house at of trips to Vermont. the top of the Quechee Ski Hill There is an extended net- in the early 1970s. Her great- work of families and individu- grandmother, Ann Williams, From left: Audrey, Cameron, Ellie and Ted Raycroft als from Sherborn, who own named the road the house is homes in and around the Quechee area. These Molly O’Hara on, Williams Lane. Her father, fellow friends and families are the reason why David, and his brother, Dan, Audrey and Ted Raycroft are Quechee, the Raycrofts and Craigs, as well as their kids learned to ski on the Quechee Vermont homeowners who, for most of the Continued on page 16 Ski Hill as kids. So, when David and his wife, Carol Har- low-Carlson, had Victoria it Craig Allsopp: was only natural that she would spend a great deal of time in Vermont! President QLLA Board of Trustees Continued on page 22 raig Allsopp, new President of the P.O. Box 104 • White River Jct., VT 05001 The Quechee Times CQuechee Lakes Landowners Association (QLLA) Board of Trustees, and I sat down recently on a beautiful fall day in Quechee to talk about his new role. Allsopp and wife, Jo, moved to Quechee full-time in 2007. Allsopp describes Quechee, VT 05059 Postal Customer moving here as “a bit of a ‘bucket list’ lifestyle change.” They had always liked Ver- mont, enjoyed ski vacations at Okemo, and summer visits to Woodstock and the Upper Valley area. Both are avid golfers, and that was the Quechee Lakes lure. They visited in 2005 for a weekend, and ended up buying a lot on Fletcher Lane, excited to White River Jct., U.S. Postage build a house and eventually PRS R Permit #71 ECRWSS move here full-time. P AID T

In 2007, the “Bob Vila STD house” on Willard Road came on the market. (Yes - VT Continued on page 10 Craig Allsopp with grandchildren 1212 New New Unity Unity® Quechee® Quechee Homes Homes Coming Coming in in2017! 2017!

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s many of us enjoy our families and friends this time of year, there are others that are struggling to make sure they have heat for their Ahomes, gifts and food for holiday celebrations, and companionship. Please consider one of the many organizations in the Upper Valley—or in your hometown—to donate food, clothing, money, or time to during this holiday season. Here are just a few of the many organizations in the Upper ALLISON DILLON KIMMERLE Valley helping those in need: Upper Valley Haven – for over 30 years the Haven has provided tempo- ~ Boarding School Advisor ~ rary shelter and educational programming for homeless families and adults, as well as food and clothing to anyone in need. www.uppervalleyhaven.org Listen Community Services – serves the children, seniors, individuals and families with warm meals, fuel, holiday presents for children, and life skill education for children. www.listencommunityservices.org Let’s find a great school fit for your child… Hartford/Norwich Holiday Basket Helpers – provides area children with holiday gifts, a food gift card to help with a holiday dinner, and fruit baskets for seniors. www.holidaybasketsvt.org Associate, Independent Educational Consultants Association Upper Valley Humane Society – provides services to over 1,600 ani- [email protected] ~ Nantucket, MA and Quechee, VT mals, and more than 3,500 people across 100 communities between New 860-307-9588 Hampshire and Vermont. www.uvhs.org Lucy McKenzie Humane Society – services many communities in Windsor County, Vermont and the Upper Connecticut River Valley of Vermont and New Hampshire, to provide shelter and placement for animals, and education for people. www.lucymac.org Cover – volunteers help low-income homeowners—many are elderly and/or disabled—with needed home repairs. Their programs include: home repair, weatherization and the ReCover Store. http://www.coverhomere- pair.org/about-cover-2/ Happy Holidays! Anne

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Quechee Club News Ski Quechee to Host Vermont Specialty Food Days Saturday, January 14, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Quechee Club has joined skating or grab a friend for some forces with Ski Vermont to host the cross-country skiing on our Nordic 2017 Vermont Specialty Food Days trails. At four o’clock, head on over on Saturday, January 14 from 10:30 to Après Ski and enjoy a cocktail a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy a morning on while listening to Still Hill perform the Quechee ski slopes before mak- live. Skiers and riders can partici- ing your way to the Base Lodge for pate in a contest this year during Ski a sampling of Vermont fare, spirits Vermont’s Specialty Food Day tour. and ciders! Participating specialty Samplers will be encouraged to take food producers include companies photos of their food and beverage like Cabot Cheese, Vermont Maple experiences and tag them #Snack- Syrup, Northeast Kingdom Mustard, SkiVT on Instagram, Facebook and and Cold Hollow Cider. Beginning Twitter. Ski Vermont will draw four in January and continuing through- winners over the course of the tour. out March, Ski Vermont will be tour- Winners will receive swag bags that include lift tickets and products from Burton, Anon, Rossignol, Skida, ing state-wide resorts with local food spirits tasting is complimentary! The Long Trail, Vermont Spirits, and producers like Cabot Cheese, Quechee Club is preparing to have other specialty food vendors. For Green Mountain Coffee, all 13 Alpine trails and the Terrain more information about Ski Quechee and Vermont Distillery. The Park covered with fresh powder. In please visit www.quecheeclub.com, best part is the sampling and the afternoon, you can do some ice or call (802) 295-9356. n WOODSTOCK Great reasons to go to VERMONT

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My brother pro and ski racing coach. “They love ing with tennis players, mostly at [his fraternal twin, Sam] is much it when the ball goes soaring over Quechee, since he was fifteen. more talented than I ever was, but the tennis court fence,” he adds, Niles, who grew up in Norwich, now he’s a lawyer in New York City, explaining how he “heaps on praise Vermont, has always been into sports, and he doesn’t play much.” and reaction” when the ball lands in and he feels he’s in an almost genetic the court. tennis niche. “My great-grandfather Early days with family tennis and skiing at you. Probably that’s part of what He and his brother were in some makes him a good lawyer.” ways very different. ”I felt like a The family lived in the house bruiser next to him though I’m not on Main Street known to Norwich a big guy,” says Niles. “He’s one inch as the site of the barn used for the taller and sixty to seventy pounds annual Christmas pageant crèche. less! He was a gifted student, and a For Niles, a major feature of the very gifted athlete,” relying on quick- event was the three-dozen sour cream ness and deception to defeat larger glazed donuts that his mother bought opponents. Both boys were freshmen for the Pageant’s teenaged actors who members of Hanover High School’s filled the house. The donuts came soccer team, where, Niles says, Sam from the grocery in Hanover where stopped the freshman hazing by CVS is now, so they must live only turning the team against the haz- in memory. ing leader. “The year before, seniors The brothers practiced tennis with made the freshmen wear dresses, their father in the morning, getting things like that. But Sam could take up at 5:30 a.m. to take turns hitting a team of kids and make them laugh on the court at the house, and hud- WOODSTOCK Great reasons to go to VERMONT The Quechee Times Holiday 2016 Page 7 dling in a blanket with gloves on. In and your partner have signals, such Niles also works to get his racers spite of the temperature, this practice as “arm up for air, down for water,” to avoid “A-framing,” where their built Nile’s fundamentals and skills. since the roar of the air makes yell- outside leg “breaks in,” a sign of hav- He was also an avid skier and ski ing useless. Different temperature and ing too much weight on the inside racer. “I loved downhill and Super- humidity require different mixes of leg and failing to make the outside G—speed events—but I was terrible water and air to create the best pos- leg carve. at them,” he laughs. “The coach sible artificial snow. And at tennis finally told me I had no future rac- Quechee, he says, is very quick to With those over-enthusiastic ing in speed events.” He cites as an make snow and get a trail covered. kids who want to blast the ball out example a race at Sugarloaf Moun- How to get better—at of the court, Niles works to get them tain in Maine where he was fifth on skiing excited about rallying. He gets them the steep top part of the course, and “I do physical therapy; I take care of When Niles coaches skiers, he uses counting up the shots—how many second to last on the lower, flatter it,” he says dismissively. He’s not one a “constructivist learning theory.” can they hit back? And then the part. “I was good at getting my skis to dwell on negatives. He casually tosses off this phrase, enticing question: “Do you want to on edge, but not at riding them flat,” Snowmaking and then cheerfully explains it. “I try that again?” which earns a ringing he says. Tightly flagged slalom gates Niles worked for a while on the take you where you are, and build on “Yes!” He shows beginners that the require virtually continuous edging, snowmaking crew at Killington, an that,” he says, which means adjusting lowest part of the net is the middle, switching perfectly from one side extremely tough job. The shifts are carefully to each skier, even in a large and the deepest part of the court is to the other. Letting the skis slide twelve hours long, and the work is group. “I teach them my vocabulary, the diagonal, so if they hit a cross- sideways while on edge means losing cold, heavy, and noisy. You work or learn theirs.” court shot they have more room for speed. The fastest straight running is with a partner, explains Niles. The Technical practice focuses on success. “When you can hit consis- done on the flat bottom of the skis; “gun” (the nozzle that combines com- moving from sliding, which scrubs off tent cross-court ground shots without any edging means slowing. pressed air with water) gets dragged speed at each turn, to carving with thinking, that’s the moment you’re But, he likes speed. “I knew if I from place to place, the plan being the edge, which shoots the ski for- a good tennis player. Then you can was going to be a great racer I had to create a big pile of snow that a ward. “The first few times you do it, start organizing a point” he says. “You to do tech events,” he says. Never- grooming machine can then distrib- it’s terrifying,” he says. He coached a learn to return, not kill.” theless it was in a downhill training ute as needed. girl who was alternating sliding and Once again Niles praises his run that he had a major crash, and When the gun is placed, one carving her turns. When he asked her brother’s raw skill, “My brother injured his back quite badly when person opens the supply valves on if she realized what she was doing she always had an answer for everything.” he was 17. Serious rehabilitation has the pipes that run beside the trail, said yes. “Well, why?,” he asked, and Then he delivers an excellent rule: helped control the back spasms and and the other assesses the quality of she replied that if she carved every “For us mere mortals, we need to play nerve problems the accident created. the snow coming out the gun. You turn she got going so extremely fast. smarter, not harder.” n WOODSTOCK Great reasons to go to VERMONT

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To reserve your spot, contact Frank Orlowski today… [email protected] 802-698-8184 Ask him about our new digital advertising opportunities to reach an even wider audience! Page 8 Holiday 2016 The Quechee Times Kevin McDonough: Quechee Club Food and Beverage Anne Critchley Sapio “He’s hard-working, reliable, and has a terrific attitude. He’s great to me as resh from Butler, Pennsylvania, the customer.” at the age of 22, Kevin What does McDonough like McDonough arrived in God’s F about working at the Club? He says country, Vermont. A year later, he that no day, is the same and he keeps joined the staff of the Quechee Club on learning. “That’s what I like.” in 2012. Especially experimenting with dif- Butler is a steel town, and as ferent cocktails. His laboratory is at McDonough explains is the birth- home in Bradford, Vermont, where place of the Jeep. “Thousands of he lives with his fiancée, Amanda. Jeep owners with their Jeeps gather There he can try new combinations every year—it’s quite an event,” says to bring to the more adventurous at McDonough with a semi-serious The Quechee Club. McDonough smile. This year he estimates that notes that the majority of patrons the parade of Jeeps through town was order traditional cocktails, wine, and close to 7 miles long. draft beer. If you find yourself at the From Butler to Quechee coach. On weekends, he worked at Jones, the Food and Beverage director bar, for a change of pace, ask him for His brother, Jay, prompted the Quechee Club in Food and Bev- at the Quechee Club, McDonough his cocktail suggestions. his move to the Upper Valley. erage, which was his first job in food does just about everything, and what- This past summer with the new McDonough had just finished his service, but not his first experience ever is needed. Bartending at David- pool open for swimming, members degree in Business Administration at working with food. He loves to cook, son’s and the Deck Bar, serving in the and guests soaked up not only the Butler County Community College, and finds it more fun than baking. dining room and managing Murphy’s joys of the new pools, but the addi- and came to visit his brother who When he was young, every Christ- Tavern in the winter are some of the tion of delectable dining choices and was working for the Hartford Parks mas he helped his mom bake 1,200 duties he performs with energy, con- alcoholic beverages poolside at the and Recreation Department. “I never cookies to share with family, friends sideration, and a smile. Club member Snack Shack. Lobster rolls, Paninis, left,” he says. and neighbors. Mark Benson, on a too-cold-to-play- even shrimp cocktail went over well, His first job in Vermont was with golf day, stopped at the Deck, and according to McDonough. the Hartford Parks and Recreation A “go to” resource had this to say about McDonough, Continued on page 19 Department as a camp counselor/ Under the leadership of Ross WOODSTOCK Great reasons to go to VERMONT The Quechee Times Holiday 2016 Page 9

Quechee Garden Club

Joan Baret touch of summer is still lingering despite the change of the new color palate enveloping our beautiful village. A The Quechee Garden Club was active this summer with trips to Fells in New London, New Hampshire, and Kelly Way Gardens in Woodstock, Vermont. August featured a fundraiser for the Garden Club at the home of our new President Rosemarie Scibetta. Over 70 guest savored hors d’oevres in the Locally Grown Fresh setting of her backyard garden. Produce, and Much More. September marked the beginning of the Growing, producing and purveying outstanding, fresh Garden Club’s 2016-2017 program season. seasonal food, plants, and flowers with a commitment A joint meeting with the Woodstock Gar- den Club highlighted Marta McDowell to certified organic and sustainable agricultural and her latest book, All the Presidents’ Gar- practices for over 30 years. dens: From Madison’s Cabbages to Kennedy’s OPEN UNTIL THANKSGIVING Roses, she captivated her audience with a Rt. 5 in Norwich VT Next to King Arthur Flour. history of the White House grounds and their gardens from George Washington to For more information please visit our website or call present day. 802-448-2852 www.killdeerfarm.com In October, Stephanie Whitney Payne, a local botanical artist and gardener, enlightened us with information about medicinal plants as she displayed her botanical art. Our speaker for November is Michelle Boleski of Petals Floral Arrangements in White River Junction, who will demonstrate floral arrangements for the holidays. December returns with our annual Village Greens Workshop, as well as a Boxwood Tree Workshop presented by Quechee Garden Club member, Jea- nette Veverka. We will also enjoy our annual Holiday Tea on December 15 with a winter fun theme. The winter/spring meetings include: • January: “An Unlikely Vineyard,” with Deidre Heekin, co-owner of Woodstock’s Osteria Pane e Salute Restaurant • February: “Miniature Arrangements in Your Own Containers” • March: “Fairy Gardening Inside and Out,” with Bobbie Longacre of Lon- gacres Nursery • April: “Esqua Bog Botanical Wonderland,” with Dean and Susan Green- berg, stewards of the Nature Conservancy • May: “What We Should Know about Bees,” with speaker Sara Zahendra, Field Biologist, Vermont Center for Eco Studies in Norwich The Quechee Garden Club meets September through May on the first Thursday of each month at 1 p.m., and, also has various summer activities. New members are always welcome. The annual membership is $30. For additional information, contact us at [email protected]. n Page 10 Holiday 2016 The Quechee Times

Craig Allsopp – President QLLA Board of Trustees – continued from page 1 you can view the building of the Quechee Vermont Farm- house by Bob Vila in 2001 at www.bobvila. com.) “It was the right price at what seemed the right time, so we bought it,” he says. “Little did we know a real estate crash was unfolding. We Craig and Jo were lucky enough to sell the lot on Fletcher. I wish I could say the same for our house in New Jersey. So much for planning.” Eventually they did sell their New Jersey house and there was no turning back. “We really like it here,” he says. “And so does our family. What a great place for our kids and grandkids to visit.” The Allsopps met playing softball at college—Davis & Elkins in Elkins, West Virginia. They married after graduation, and then moved to State College in Pennsylania where Allsopp went to graduate school at Penn State. They raised their three children—Drew, now in Rhode Island, Emily in Los Angeles and Erik in Portland, Oregon—in Pennington, New Jersy. Allsopp worked for Dow Jones, and was later CEO of a small publishing company. His background in journalism and business set the stage for his work now—advising small business owners on growth strategies. The Allsopps have two grandsons thanks to Drew and his wife, Lindsay—Elijah, 5 and Jasper, 1. Getting involved The Allsopps became immersed in Quechee soon after making it home. Jo volunteered at the library, and served on the Golf Committee. Allsopp joined the Strategic Planning Committee in 2009. “Jo and her friends ran most of the volunteer organizations in our town back in New Jersey,” he says, “and I coached kids soccer, and served on the boards of our local swim and golf clubs.” His philosophy centers on trying to add value. “I’ve worked with small teams, and managed far-flung groups. I figure if I can identify things that need to be done and think I can help solve a problem, I’ll get involved and give it a shot.” Allsopp was on the QLLA Greens Committee in 2014 when he was asked to run for the Board. He took over as treasurer in 2015, and then president this July. He chuckles at his time as treasurer. “I was an English major. I’ve got a working knowledge of finance, but Jo won’t let me near the checkbook at home,” he says, adding, “it’s a good thing we’ve got a good accounting staff to do the heavy lifting.” Role of Board of Trustees Allsopp explains that his view of the Board’s role is to set direction, allocate resources, and monitor performance. “QLAA is a $10 million operation with lots of moving parts,” he says. “I’m glad we have skilled managers and dedicated staffers to run the day to day.” As president, he believes the Board’s biggest challenge is balancing the needs of different member constituencies. “QLLA is like a jigsaw puzzle with 1375 pieces [members]; it’s not always easy to make them fit together.” He says he always wants the Board to be “member-centric” in its decision-making. “We want to get participation up,” he says, noting the member survey in 2014 revealed that barely more than 50% of members actively used QLLA amenities. “I think we’re starting to make headway with our policies and programs in areas like golf, tennis, fitness, and ski, but we’re still not where we want to be.” He notes usage of the new pool and increases in the number of golf rounds played since 2010 as positive signs. “There were times when I had to park on the grass this summer because the lot was full,” he says. “That more than anything— 31 years we’ve had the premier plus all the kids at the tennis and golf camps—says we’re on the right track.” Allsopp also cites increases in property transfers—to 68 through Septem- ber versus 59 for the same period last year—and meaningful developer activity as encouraging signs. Taurus made a business decision to resume investing in Quechee, and has five homes in the works now with plans to build 10 to 20 new The Quechee Times Holiday 2016 Page 11 homes a year in the foreseeable future. That’s a big change. There are also some interesting capital projects underway. The Board has authorized updates to the locker rooms and Deck Bar to make the member experience more enjoyable. And the playground at Lake Pinneo will be replaced with modern and safer equipment. “I consider these to be high-impact, relatively low-cost improvements,” he says. “I think we are in pretty good shape otherwise. The Facilities Planning Committee is looking to provide more space in the Base Lodge, but as far as big projects like the pool there is nothing in the short term. This will give us a chance to bank some money for the next big project.” He says overall QLLA is in good financial shape. “It looks like we will end 2016 ahead of budget and, thanks to previous Boards, we have a solid plan for capital improvements. “ “I think back—since we moved to Vermont, QLLA has endured a major recession, and a 100-year flood [Tropical Storm Irene]. We’ve made millions of dollars in improvements since then without any extra assessments. That’s pretty remarkable.” Speaking of Irene, I asked him about the Board’s view on the pocket parks issue and other town related matters. He said the town and FEMA—with prod- ding from Senator Leahey’s office—are trying to sort out their differences on the park design. Everything else is status quo. What’s next Allsopp says he and Jo are giving serious thought to getting an RV and trav- eling the country in the near future. Since moving to Vermont, they have taken golf trips to Scotland, Ireland, and Canada; and made visits to Switzerland and to Hawaii to celebrate their 40th anniversary. “There still are lots of courses to play, and mountains to ski,” he says. Meanwhile, he has a new job this year as a ski instructor at Killington. He won’t spend all his free time skiing there though. Elijah is ready for the chair lift at Quechee. “He was asking me this summer when he was at Kid’s Camp— which he loved—what the cows were doing on the ski hill. I explained that they share the space with us in the winter when they are in their warm barn.” It’s the magic of Quechee! n

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LEND A HAND Bev’s House Darby Laine the Haven’s mission. The multipur- pose house serves any community he Beverly Fowle Fiertz organization that needs a meeting Community Center, located place. Most importantly, it is still at The Upper Valley Haven T very much a home saturated with in White River Junction, Vermont, the presence of children. This Friday is better known throughout the community as “Bev’s House.” When afternoon, I’m led around the house you listen to those who work or by Upper Valley Haven Director Sara volunteer at Bev’s House speak about Kobylenski and it’s full to the brim their experience, you can hear the with kid’s voices and laughter. If you warm familiarity spoken with the come to Bev’s House, you’ll likely be name, and walking through the halls greeted by a child, or multiple chil- and rooms lends one to believe she dren, running after each other, call- will come around the next corner ing out to a favorite staff member, or and introduce herself. It could be if they notice you at all, it might be to her home after all: Bev’s artwork is offer a Play-doh cupcake. found in every room, and her family “What flavor are they?,” Kob- portrait and diploma are prominently women, pursued art into late life, that comes from legal advocacy. The ylenski asks a seven-year old. The displayed in the front sitting room. traveled the world, and married her goal of Bev’s House is to enrich the child seems disappointed that she Her memory—she passed in high school sweetheart. Next to the lives of others through her model of doesn’t know so she informs her: 2010—provides the mission of the front door, pieces of her life story are creative contemplation and active “they’re Play-doh flavored.” Kob- home. Through the various inter- framed along with the center’s mis- community service.” ylenski gives the cupcake a pretend pretations I’ve heard, she was an sion statement: The mission is provided through nibble, and declares it delicious, engaging, intelligent, and pioneering “Bev’s House gives people expe- her husband, Alden Fiertz, a current the girl satisfied runs out the front woman who worked on her personal riencing poverty the opportunity for resident of Woodstock. Judy Frost, door where the next adult given a development in undeniably mean- change in their lives through the the previous owner of the home, sold Play-doh cupcake is heard declaring ingful ways: she became a lawyer in internal discovery that comes from it to the Haven with the understand- “Mmmmm, tastes like Play-doh!,” her late 50s to work for low-income the expressive arts, and the justice ing that it would be used to extend and a cacophony of delighted laughter The Quechee Times Holiday 2016 Page 13 from any kid within earshot follows. would visit the “store” every Friday. Judy Frost and the Fiertz’s have pro- thing the Hartford community can Guided through the home with The Children’s Program includes a vided the keystones to something truly be proud of. Kobylenski, we find a different group token economy replete with bank that undeniably works to the benefit For more information about of kids involved in activities with accounts, Haven dollars earned of the most underserved part of any Bev’s House or the other pro- various staff and volunteers in almost through helping with tasks, taxes to community. The magnitude of the grams offered by the Upper Val- every room. There are around 30 kids pay. They can use their Haven dollars opportunity provided to these chil- ley Haven please visit http:// on this Friday afternoon, other days to purchase a number of fun things dren’s long term well-being is some- uppervalleyhaven.org/. n typically have more, but some are out during a trip to the store, or the kids with their Dartmouth College men- can decide to save up their Haven For those interested in donating to the Haven’s Food tors from the Dartmouth Dream Kids dollars to go on the winter trip to Shelf, they are in need of the following: programs. The Bev’s House after- Smitty’s Movie Theatre—where you Always PAPER GOODS & school program boasts a healthy 2:1 get to eat while watching a show! Cereal (hot and cold) TOILETRIES child to adult ratio. In the half hour The children’s program serves the Peanut butter Baby wipes that I’m there, I see a group mak- children of any family that is a previ- Jelly & jam Dish detergent ing peanut butter dip for apples in ous or current resident of the Haven Canned potatoes Deodorant the dining den by the kitchen, from family shelter. Any school-aged child Pasta of all kinds Feminine products the kitchen window a group is play- can participate in the after school Canned vegetables (beets, Kleenex ing basketball with a few volunteers, and summer programs. The summer carrots, mixed, asparagus) Laundry detergent upstairs in the reading room two program is varied with a diverse range Dry or evaporated milk Napkins younger kids are cuddled up close on of activities that would excite any Tuna or sardines Razors a beanbag chairs listening to a story kid: from horseback riding at Moon- Pasta sauce Recycled grocery bags being read aloud, and next to that, rise Farm in Taftsville, Vermont, to Soups Shampoo the art room has a single child work- hiking, visiting museums, swimming Canned whole tomatoes Conditioner ing with multiple colored pencils lessons at the Hartford pool, photog- Tomato paste/diced or stewed Toilet paper drawing a piece of paper in the sur- raphy lessons, and overnight stays at Macaroni & cheese Toothpaste prisingly quiet space. local summer camps. The Weekend Red kidney beans Toothbrushes Erin Wetherell comes to check in Backpack program sends the kids Black beans Soap on this child. Wetherell is the Chil- home with meals for the weekend for Chick peas Paper towels dren’s Services Coordinator and she the entire family. Dried beans, lentils, peas tells me that the room is typically The full extent of the program’s Sliced bread the homework space, but they take details would be difficult to relate. OTHER USEFUL ITEMS Chicken, beef or vegetable broth a break from homework on Fridays. I feel lucky to have been provided Manual can openers Baked beans This day is a bit atypical as a key a personal tour surrounded by the Tarps Canned fruit staff member is out. Usually, the kids children at their most comfortable. Tents

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This property is a wonderful combination Located on desirable Royall Tyler Road of a 3 bedroom, 2 bath country cape home this thoughtfully designed and custom built with enough land, barns and out buildings home is ready to welcome new owners. With to enjoy as a great Vermont home or run over 4700 square feet of finished space, five a variety of home occupations. Great bedrooms and four and a half baths, large location and visibility on Rt. 4. Let your living and dining, and family rooms, there imagination and creativity run wild and is generous space for everyone. The eat- come take a look at this terrific property. in kitchen has cherry cabinets and granite QUECHEE NON-QLLA $850,000 surfaces. There is a screened in porch and large deck for outdoor relaxing and dining. This one is designed for comfort. A great home at a Beautiful Vale condo - 3 bedroom, 3.5 A wonderful location nestled just off good value. This one wont last long.Includes baths in excellent condition. Open floor the golf course and close to the lake an adjacent lot QUECHEE $725,000 plan, wood floors, chef ’s kitchen, granite offers something for everyone. A large counters. Living room has a gas fireplace, deck to enjoy the summer and beautiful Light and open custom designed home. View, Location, Comfort, This house has dining room with doors to the deck. surroundings, a master bedroom on the Completely rebuilt in 2001 with an eye it all and is only a golf cart ride or walk Master bedroom suite on the main level. main floor, an eat in kitchen, a loft, an for quality and detail. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath. to the club. Over 3700 square feet and Upstairs are two bedrooms and a full bath open floor plan and plenty of storage. 3 Living, dining, and kitchen open to one more than an acre of land. The blue stone REDUCED Lower level has a great family room and bedrooms and 2.5 baths give space for another and to the mahogany deck facing Patio is a great place to enjoy the views another full bath, possibility to finish more friends and family. Don’t miss your chance Quintessential “ Vermont farm house.” Built in 2000, with 200+ acres. There are open long range views. Expansive master suite on and a casual meal with friends. Inside, the space- lots of room for family and friends. to own a wonderful Dartmouth Place end meadows, ponds and a small orchard. The home features a chefs kitchen with a 10 burner the upper floor with guest and family spaces kitchen is a pleasure to work in with plenty QUECHEE - $295,000 unit condo. QUECHEE $240,000 stove, 4 door refrigeration, convection oven, walk in pantry and full baking area. The on the lower level, including extras like of space. The dining room, with fireplace, master suite is very large and includes an office, fireplace, sitting area, custom walk in the screened in porch and an extra hobby/ is located between the kitchen and the closet, marble steam shower and large bath. There are 2 guest rooms, a formal living room, exercise/game room or 4th bedroom. Privacy large sunny living room. With the master glass lined dinning area, family room and a large wine cellar, and a total of 4 fireplaces and convenience along with quality, space suite and office also on the main floor, along. Restored large, two story barn with plenty of room for horses and animals. This and great views. QUECHEE $699,000 the home is perfect for one-level-living. property is broker owned. QUECHEE/POMFRET $2,150,000 QUECHEE 649,000 Long range views from a wonderful One of the grand old farms of it’s day. Nestled into a private yet convenient “end neighborhood. Look out over two states Built in 1850, sitting on over 5 1/2 acres. of road” location this well maintained, and the beautiful hills and mountains Numerous bedrooms, 3 full baths and upgraded home has lake, mountain, and of Vermont and NH. This 3 bedroom, 3 almost 4600 sq/ft of finished space. The golf course views from most every room. bath home offers almost 4000 sq/ft of home is filled with lots of potential. The The kitchen is well laid out and open with Enjoy one floor living with this 3 bedroom, 2 Great view from a great townhouse. Large living space. Lots of character and unique barns are currently producing income by eat in breakfast nook. Living room enjoys bath condo with the master on the main level. 3 bedroom, 4.5 bath plan with a large loft architectural design. Great room with renting storage space on a year round a fieldstone fireplace, hardwood floors, Enjoy the great location a short walk to the has. Long range views of the Quechee large fireplace. 4 car garage. 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QUECHEE $205,000 Wonderful contemporary located close to A great 3 bedroom, 3 bath modern Built in 2003 this wonderful home the club house. Open floor plan, cathedral contemporary with two lots. Pleasant features beautiful wood work throughout, ceilings and lots of natural light. Eat- winter views. There is an attached 2 car a 2 story field stone fireplace and lots in kitchen with granite counter tops & garage, gazebo and stone patio. The Deck, of windows. Open spaces and flow. 4 stainless steel appliances. Dining area, deck Dishwasher and faucet were all added in REDUCED bedrooms and 4.5 baths including a and enclosed heated porch. Master suite 2015. The roof was done in 2010. There is a master suite on the main level. Great on main level, 2 large guest rooms and a gas stove, gas fireplace & the wood burning room, family room, attached 2 car garage loft upstairs. 3 car garage, security system, fireplace. An on demand water heater saves and a large deck overlooking a lush back central A/C and a generator. Beautifully on money & space! The radiant heated yard. Over 4000 sq/ft of finished space. landscaped and designed. QUECHEE floor in the master en suite is an added QUECHEE $375,000 $445,000 luxury when temps begin to fall. Worth the Saltbox Village condo with master bedroom look. QUECHEE $385,000 Come see this fully furnished, ski in ski on main floor! Second bedroom/bath and out condo on top of the Quechee ski hill. 2 loft upstairs. Beautiful views from the bedrooms and a nice floor plan with great living room, bedrooms and the back patio. spaces. It is $34,300 under the Assessment This wonderful colonial home sits on a Built in 2005 with wood floors and This home lives really well with kitchen, Nicely maintained condo with wood floors, double lot next to a tranquil pond. Built open floor plan. Kitchen features dark dining, bath, living room and family room value. What a deal. Easy to show. This open floor plan, and a pellet stove. A single condo is rented through the end of the in 2004. A generous family room, formal granite, light cupboards and stainless steel on the main level along with an added car detached garage is included! Pleasant dining room, and separate living room. appliances. Large living room w/ fireplace, room off the kitchen that could be another year, so buy it now and start collecting rent walk to the Library and Quechee Village. to help cover some costs before using it to Open kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. formal dining, and a den. Generous master bedroom or office or studio. Upstairs you’ll QUECHEE $110,000 Front porch and 3 season porch. A large suite w/ radiant heat, marble floors in find a master bedroom that is spacious ski this winter. QUECHEE - $56,000 unfinished basement and a garage. This bathroom. Three guest rooms upstairs and and comfortable along with two more home offers so much and a great location. full bath. Finished lower level w/ family bedrooms and full bath. The lower level LAND & LOTS QUECHEE NON-QLLA $358,000 room, office, and 4th bedroom and full bath. has another comfortable room with half Security system, central AC, mudroom and bath. The home offers a lot of comfort laundry. 2 car garage, deck and a sunny, and space, a 2 car garage and is privately nicely landscaped lot with a wonderful stone located. QUECHEE $295,000 patio. QUECHEE $298,000 A desirable neighborhood, end of a cup- Charming 3 bedroom 2 bath home located Convenient location close to school and a de-sac, 2.6 acre lot, nicely landscaped in the heart of Quechee. Traditional cape short drive to the Village. This home has yard and 2 car garage. 3 bedrooms, 2 nestled sweetly in the woods letting you a private location tucked into the edge of baths, wood floors and fireplace. Updated REDUCED feel like you are escaping the hustle and the trees for privacy. There is a fireplace in kitchen, granite counters, new cabinets bustle of everyday life, yet still convenient the living room, sunny dining room and 2 and cupboards. Propane heat, back up to all that the Upper Valley has to offer. bedrooms, 2 baths and work spaces spread generator and security system. Screened The rooms are a good size and offer nice out onto 3 floors. The side porch is a good in gazebo and a separate deck. Put this space. There is a fireplace and exposed place for grilling while the back deck is a home on your must see list. QUECHEE beams adding to the quaintness and good place to get out of the sun when you $239,900 charm. Well priced and worth a look. want to. QUECHEE $ 169,000 Spectacular views.!! Water, mountains, meadows, red barns, 2 states and more. Red QUECHEE $175,000 Barn Farms has it all and you can be a part of it. You can purchase a home site and build your dream home in this lovely community. 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Sharing the Quechee Experience – continued from page 1 little town of Hanover is obviously feel that it has worked out great. very charming and gives you all the “You never feel like you aren’t restaurant-type amenities. It’s great using it enough, everything is a 50/50 because you have so much available arrangement of course. We are liter- while you are there,” she says. ally just below the cornfield belong- The house the Raycrofts eventu- ing to the house of the mother of our ally purchased with the Craigs is one other mutual friend,” she says. that they first looked at themselves. Instead of doing what many in this Raycroft had been looking at several situation might do and completely houses with her agent Derek Cosen- split the time at the house, the two tino, when she fell in love with a families often stay at the house at the house that was going to be, in the same time. They’ve even taken to end, too expensive when she included vacationing elsewhere together! the things that needed to be done. So The best, though, is always the she passed and kept looking. Noth- benefits the kids get. “I love that ing caught her attention, most of the they are making their little memories houses they were looking at were on there, being with their families in the wooded lots, and she wanted views house.” n and mountains, she wanted to be able to see Vermont. Then, while visiting a mutual 2016 Quechee Pentathlon friend for a girls’ weekend, they were were already very familiar with the The Quechee Club amenities such as standing in the window looking out, area, having visited many times. golf and tennis are important to their she realized she could see the beau- Raycroft, a realtor in Sherborn, family, as is the ability to go fly-fishing tiful house for sale, and asked her and Ted, a software salesman, had and hiking. The freedom of Vermont friend about the road below. Realizing been talking about places to pur- summers is enjoyable, especially for how close they were, Raycroft texted chase a second home. As a family, their kids, although Raycroft explains, Cosentino, asking if they could get in they spent a lot of time on Cape Cod “now that my kids are older, they for a look in the next two hours. The and considered buying there, but, as are into the bridge jumping thing. It eight women went for a walk, and four Raycroft says, “the Cape is very one makes me so nervous!” of them peeled off from the group to dimensional for us. And it’s great, I One thing in particular that makes go look at the house, among the four love an ocean fix, I love a beach fix, Quechee special in her mind is the was Suzanne Craig. I love being on water;” however, she location. A lot of people they know The house was a farmstead lot, so pointed out, “once the beach season is who own homes in Vermont live a there was a smaller building lot that over, there is little left to do.” good distance off the interstate, driv- came with it. After seeing the prop- Quechee, on the other hand, “is ing 45 minutes or an hour. She loves erty, Craig offered to buy the smaller more three dimensional so to say, the fact that you can just drive right lot from Raycroft if she bought the because it’s more of a year-round up the highway and hop off and you house, but Raycroft pointed out that destination for us, as opposed to the are in Quechee. if she did that, Craig would be outside Cape. We all like the outdoors in “I love the proximity to Woodstock of what she wanted to spend too. So winter, but one of my favorite times and resources there. I love the prox- instead, Raycroft suggested they buy in Vermont is the summer too,” she imity to Hanover, especially when we it together. Neither of them had ever says before listing off a wide variety of are there in the winter and can catch thought of doing so before, either with activities in the area her family enjoys. hockey games, at Dartmouth, and the each other or with another family, but The Quechee Times Holiday 2016 Page 17 Quechee Resident Begins Peace Corps Service in the Dominican Republic elsey Dodge, 24, of Quechee, ian refugee crisis. She has also worked a competitive edge when she returns Vermont, has been accepted as a waitress at Salt Hill Pub, and as a home. Peace Corps volunteers return Kinto the Peace Corps and lifeguard, swim, and ski instructor. from service as global citizens well- departed for the Dominican Republic positioned for professional opportu- on August 16 to begin training as an nities in today’s global job market. education volunteer. Dodge will live Dodge joins the 52 Vermont resi- and work in a community to develop dents currently serving in the Peace and implement literacy programs for Corps and more than 1,530 Vermont primary students at a local school. residents who have served in the “I wanted to make an impact Peace Corps since 1961. regardless of how small that impact Vermont is the top Peace Corps is,” said Dodge of her desire to join volunteer-producing state in the the Peace Corps. “I have had all of the nation on a per capita basis. Fifty-two schooling, I've been in school for the During the first three months of residents of the Green Mountain State in the Dominican Republic, Volun- past 19 years of my life with volunteer her service, Dodge will live with a are currently serving in the Peace teers learn to speak local languages, work here and there. I just felt that it host family in the Dominican Repub- Corps. In 2015, the Burlington-South including basic Haitian Kreyol and was time for me to do something and lic to become fully immersed in the Burlington metro area also ranked No. Spanish. More than 4,550 Peace to use my education to my advantage. country’s language and culture. After 3 nationally for per-capita production Corps Volunteers have served in the “If I can get students motivated acquiring the necessary skills to assist of Peace Corps volunteers, with 18 Dominican Republic since the pro- to want to learn and to go after what her community, Dodge will be sworn area residents serving overseas. gram was established in 1962. they want in life, that still changes into service and assigned to a com- There has never been a better time About the Peace Corps: The their life,” she added. “I might not munity in the Dominican Republic, to apply to Peace Corps, and reforms Peace Corps sends the best and bright- be impacting the world, but if I can where she will live and work for two have made the process simpler, faster, est Americans abroad on behalf of the impact the lives of future generations, years with the local people. and more personalized than ever United States to tackle the most press- then they can, in turn, impact the “The part I'm looking forward to before. In 2014, applications reached ing needs of people around the world. future.” most is interacting and talking with a 22-year high for the agency, with Volunteers work at the grassroots level Dodge is the daughter of Tyler people, specifically children, and shar- more than 17,000 Americans taking to develop sustainable solutions that and Casey Dodge and a graduate of ing the importance and benefits of the first step toward international address challenges in education, health, Hartford High School in White River literacy, while learning their stories,” service. Through a one-hour online economic development, agriculture, Junction, Vermont. She attended the Dodge said. “It goes without saying application, applicants can now environment and youth development. University of Nebraska in Lincoln, that I know there will be challenges, choose the countries and programs Through their service, volunteers gain Nebraska, where she earned a B.A. but I look at them as learning oppor- they’d like to be considered for. a unique cultural understanding and in anthropology and Spanish with tunities and chances for me to grow.” Browse available volunteer positions a life-long commitment to service that a minor in Ethnic Studies in 2014. Dodge will work in cooperation atwww.peacecorps.gov/openings. positions them to succeed in today’s Dodge also earned a M.A. in Inter- with the local people and partner About volunteers in Dominican global economy. Since President John national Relations in July 2016 from organizations on sustainable, commu- Republic: There are 169 Volunteers F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps Webster University. Prior to joining nity-based development projects that in the Dominican Republic working in 1961, nearly 220,000 Americans the Peace Corps, she volunteered at improve the lives of people in the with their communities on projectsf of all ages have served in 140 countries the 21st International Humanitarian Dominican Republic and help Dodge in community economic develop- worldwide. For more information, visit Conference, Karen refugees camps, develop leadership, technical, and ment, education, health, and youth www.peacecorps.gov and follow us on and Caritas, Austria in solving the Syr- cross-cultural skills that will give her development. During their service Facebook and Twitter. n

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Darby Laine he Dismas House is a non-profit organization that was first brought to Vermont in the 1980s by Frank and Rita McCaffrey. The original TDismas House began in 1974 in Nashville, Tennessee, as a program developed by Father Jack Hickey and a group of Vanderbilt University students. The Dismas name comes from Hickey’s original inspiration–Catholic tradition Dismas is the name of the penitent, or good thief, crucified on Calvary alongside Jesus. Dismas, is the thief that Jesus saves. The Dismas House reunites criminal offenders with the community, and it has been so successful that the original program model can be found in various forms nationally and internationally. In Vermont, the McCaffrey’s were known for their involvement in criminal justice reform. Frank McCaffrey was a lawyer and criminal court judge who has since retired, but when he and his wife, Rita, met Jack Hickey back in the 1980s they were determined to bring the Dismas program to the Green Mountain State. It was Rita who founded the Vermont Dismas, and the Hartford Dismas House, opened in March 2014, became the fourth Vermont location to open. The Hartford Dismas House supports 10 transitioning inmates at a time. Typi- cal residents stay from 4 to 8 months while paying $75 a week, this enables the residents to find work and save money, and it also saves taxpayer money by keeping inmates from remaining in prison past their release dates due to lack of housing. The Quechee communities’ involvement Locally, the Quechee Club has helped support the Hartford Dismas House from it’s beginning by donating food for the house’s inception party in 2014. Most recently, the Club hosted a successful dinner. It was a special night on all accounts–the benefit awarded Dan Fraser of the Norwich store Dan & Whits with the Jack Hickey Award for Dan’s support of the Dismas House. The Dan & Whit’s store has employed multiple Dismas House residents finding it a mutu- ally beneficial arrangement that will continue into the future. Suzanne Lyons, Penny McClure, and Christine McKenna were awarded the Jonathan Sylvia Vol- unteer of the Year Award for their consistent volunteer work. The award dinner The Quechee Times Holiday 2016 Page 19

Kevin McDonough: Quechee Club Food and Beverage– continued from page 4 Après Ski parties in the winter in the Deck Bar area are another food and beverage option for people coming to the Club. With such a “bad” winter last year for snow and skiing, the Après Ski parties were well attended according to McDonough. Changes such as locating the buffet farther from the bar to give more room for children to play, and re-positioning the band, also farther from the bar, made it “more adult friendly while providing a venue where kids can have fun, too,” he says. It’s not all work McDonough and Amanda are planning their wedding for June of 2017 in Connecticut. A former ski racer, Amanda had been commuting from her job at Garnet Hill in Franconia, New Hampshire, but has recently started her own design business. Both like to ski as their work and other commitments allow. McDonough learned to ski and golf when he moved to the Upper Valley. He gets to golf once a week, “if he’s lucky.”

Photo Credit Laurel Bongiorno Come visit McDonough at Murphy’s Tavern in December when it’s open on Volunteer award winners Friday nights only. During the holidays, and all through the winter, the tavern raised more than $20,000 in donations to be put toward winter heating and care will be open for dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings. n for the home. Previous Jack Hickey Award recipient, and current democratic candidate for Vermont’s Attorney General, T.J Donovan emceed the event. The special guest speaker was Chris Herren, a former professional basketball player from Massa- chusetts who was first drafted into the NBA to play for the Denver Nuggets, and later traded to the Celtics. Herren realized a dream that became unfortunately derailed by an addiction. He co-authored the book Basketball Junkie with Bill WILDER Reynolds, detailing his journey. Herren brought the same story of addiction and CONSTRUCTION, INC. recovery with him to the event on October 23. Assistant House Director of the Hartford Dismas Debbie Diegoli tells me that the event exceeded attendance and donation expectations. While the dona- BUILDING tions amounted to more than ever expected Diegoli doesn’t seem surprised by Quechee’s generosity, only completely grateful. Quechee residents have been REMODELING previous board members for the house, and she tells me that there are dedicated volunteers from Quechee community. The Dismas House was sad to see the CUSTOM Quechee Community Church close, as they had been non-stop supporters of CABINETRY the program as well. Previous to her current role with Dismas House, she was the outreach coordinator for several years. The overall resume Diegoli brought with her to The William W. Dow Dismas house speaks volumes for itself: she’s worked for the Lebanon Women’s Infants and Children (WIC) Program, Vital Communities, the Upper Valley 802-295-2915 Housing Coalition and Upper Valley Strong. Currently, she also serves as a Est. 1982 member of the Upper Valley Food Co-op board of directors, and volunteers for QLLA Approved Builder the Weathersfield Energy Group. Diegoli stresses the need for the relation between the Dismas House and the community. “We have relationships with all sorts of community organizations and businesses. Dismas’ mission is to reconcile prisoners with society and society with prisoners, so our connections with the community are essential.” The house is currently seeking board members and are in need of volunteers, especially cooks. More information can be found at http://www.dismasofvermont. org/hartford-dismas/. n THE STRONG HOUSE SPA

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This was not of Converge, a Christian confer- negotiable.” ence of churches that evolved from Then, Bassette thought of the its beginnings in the mid-19th cen- congregation that he had joined tury as the Swedish Baptist General four years earlier—Christ Redeemer Conference. The Converge name Church. He likes the vision and phi- captures the current strategy of start- Photo credit: Jim Mauchly/MountainGraphics.com losophy of Christ Redeemer Church, ing and strengthening churches nary, has led church-based ministries sible to the Dartmouth College and and realized that the needs of the through collaboration, and national in Ohio, Michigan, Texas, and Dartmouth-Hitchcock communities, Quechee Community Church and and international ministries. Don Vermont, and has experience with but not a campus or student church. the Christ Redeemer Church could Willeman, founding pastor of the campus-based ministry as well. He Hanover, New Hampshire, seemed be complementary. As he describes Christ Redeemer Church, describes was drawn to New England with the the logical location and the Christ it, “Here’s this church with 400 Converge as a “historic Christian opportunity to work in Burlington, Redeemer Church is now a thriving members with no physical structure. conference with accessibility to the Vermont, as an assistant pastor help- congregation of close to 400 that Their core is in the Dartmouth com- community. That’s the tradition. It ing to start other churches. He says meets at Hanover High School. Sev- munity, but they might want to reach comprises people from a lot of differ- matter of factly, “Starting a church is eral years ago, a group started meet- out to a community in need in the ent backgrounds.” a lot of fun, and a lot of work!” ing in Sunapee, New Hampshire, Upper Valley. They could end up Willeman is originally from the In 2000, he decided to found at the request of people who had with a beautiful structure and main- Midwest. He has a Master of Theol- a new church in the center of the been coming to Hanover. He hopes tain a symbol of Christianity intact ogy from Dallas Theological Semi- Upper Valley; a church acces- to see that evolve into an indepen- there. Perhaps there could even be a dent congregation. Part of the Christ Quechee congregation again.” Redeemer Church mission as Wille- He was right. He brought the man explains it is, “to be a blessing to idea to Willeman, and the Christ other churches in the Upper Valley; Redeemer Church bought the a bridge to a stronger future for strug- building significantly below market gling congregations. We’ll see how value but with the “blessing” of the it goes over time.” That is where the Quechee Community Church. The Quechee Community Church fits in. Quechee Community Church assets A new home were distributed after the sale—some When the Quechee Community to their sister church, the Hartford Church, facing a dwindling con- Vermont United Church of Christ in gregation without the resources to Hartford Village, and some back to maintain the building, decided to the Christ Redeemer Church in sup- “dissolve” and put the church on port of the restoration of their new the market, they asked John Bas- steeple. Bassette provided his services sette, a local realtor for help. Bas- at no charge, and is very excited to sette attended the church when he have the Christ Redeemer Church in was younger—his family moved to Quechee. Quechee in the early 1970s and his Past and present parents were active members. The Quechee church building was In fact, Bassette’s mother and designed in 1871, in the High Victo- brother are in two of the four murals rian Gothic Revival style by Thomas depicting scenes from the New Testa- W. Silloway, a Boston architect who ment that are in the church sanctu- also designed the Vermont State ary. These murals were painted in the House among other notable struc- mid-1970s by artist Kathleen Bruskin, tures. The church was dedicated in using local scenery and portraits of May 1873. The congregation—then Quechee residents. You can view known as the First Congregational them online at http://www.quechee- Church—was organized by the church.org/home/about/murals/. widow Marsh in 1831 and originally Bassette explains that he was worshipped in her home, Marshland “very attuned and sympathetic to Farm. the goals of the Quechee Com- So what are the current plans? munity Church who preferred that Willeman tells me that this summer The Quechee Times Holiday 2016 Page 21

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the Christ Redeemer Church held a weekly bible study and a vacation bible school at the church. There were “work days on the building in June, July, and October when over 50 people chipped in, including a bunch of Dartmouth Col- lege students. Several people driving by stopped to offer encouragement and let us know that they are happy about our commitment to Quechee. Lannie Col- lins [chairman of the Quechee Community Church], was there for it all. It was great!,” says Bassette. He adds that, “We have been doing a lot of cleaning up, but keeping any- NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION • ADDITIONS • RENOVATIONS thing of historic or sentimental value, and have developed the basic mainte- WWW.BOYNTONCONSTRUCTION.NET nance plan. We are fully committed to complete restoration of the steeple, and hope to have the funds to be able to begin that project next spring. Our intent is that the murals, which are so important to the Quechee community, will stay. We want what we do to add value to the Quechee community. We are open to what the community needs.” The long-term goal is to see the establishment of a self-sustaining Christian congregation once again in Quechee. This year, Christ Redeemer Church will hold Christmas Eve and Day services at the church, and since New Year’s falls on Sunday, also on New Year’s. They hope to start weekly Sunday services in Quechee sometime in 2017. n

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Quechee Ski Team – There’s Our regular season kicks off with Hartford VT Polar Express – friends, the program provides referrals Still Time to Join this Season a Holiday Week Camp on December 10th Anniversary to short and long-term care resources The Quechee Alpine Ski Club 27. Training and races happen on the December 10 and 11 that offer the necessary assessment for (aka The Quechee Ski Team) is an weekends during January, February, The Rotary Club of White River proper assistance to people of all ages. opportunity for children ages 7 to 18 and into the beginning of March. Dur- once again brings the magic of the Some of the potential needs that to participate in alpine ski racing. Led ing February Vacation we have train- North Pole to the Upper Valley. Chil- may arise include: by an experienced coaching staff, the ing, and sponsor the Quechee Cup dren of all ages are invited to come · Transportation to and from Quechee Ski Team is for children who where teams comprised of racers and enjoy listening to The Polar Express, a health care provider and love to ski and provides them with the their families compete. by Chris VanAllsburg, sing holiday shopping. chance to improve their skiing skills, Please feel free to contact us at any songs, enjoy hot chocolate and a · Access to proper nutrition while learning how to race. Racers are time for information including registra- cookie. Santa will be there to greet through Meals on Wheels. placed in one of five different levels tion costs, program levels, and general each child, and give him or her The · Assistance in caregiving, and sup- depending on their age and ability. information at www.quecheeskiteam. Polar Express Bell. For more informa- port of activities of daily living. There’s no racing experience required com or contact Administrative Direc- tion, and to purchase your tickets visit · Obtaining needed supplies, such to join the team, but skiers need to be tor Anne Clemens, eanneclemens@ www.hartfordvtpolarexpress.com. as walkers and Life Line monitors. comfortable skiing all types of terrain. aol.com or call (802) 356-3453. To learn more about the Aging Younger skiers must be able to get on Aging in Community: in Community: Referrals to Upper and off the chairlift unassisted. 3rd Annual Quechee Referrals to Upper Valley Valley Resources program, please As a member of the United States Artisan Fair Resources contact The Quechee Club by call- Ski and Snowboard Association November 26 and 27 The Community Affairs Commit- ing 802-295-9356 or email at info@ (USSA) and the Mid-Vermont Coun- The Crafty Ladies of the Upper tee in tandem with the Memberships quecheeclub.com. cil of the Vermont Alpine Racing Valley in partnership with The Services Department of the Quechee Association (VARA), the Quechee Quechee Club will be hosting the Club has developed a pilot program Take a Bite out of Hunger Ski Team participates in racing events 3rd Annual Quechee Artisan Fair on which offers referrals to the appropri- The Hartford Community Coali- with teams from Killington, Middle- Saturday, November 26 from 10 a.m. ate resources in the Upper Valley to tion is looking for volunteers to help in bury, Okemo, Pico, and Suicide Six. to 4 p.m., and Sunday November 27 residents whose physical or emotional their “Take A Bite out of Hunger” pro- Quechee hosts four to six USSA and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Quechee condition may hinder their ability to gram. Help is needed to pack lunches VARA-sanctioned races during the Club. This event is free to the public live safe and comfortable lives in their for school children on Tuesdays from season. Our parent volunteers main- with complimentary parking. This is a own home. 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. Contact Shelby tain a consistent reputation for orga- great opportunity to get a start on your As the first contact for individu- Hawks, program coordinator to learn nizing and running successful races. holiday shopping! als in need, their families or caring more [email protected]. Page 22 Holiday 2016 The Quechee Times

Victoria Carlson: On the Snow and in the Water – Carlson’s love of skiing started with lessons continued from page 1 at age 3 with the Quechee Ski Bees. Getting to lessons was easy, she would ski down from their house with her parents, and as she got older by herself. Not only did she learn independence and responsibility, she got herself to her lessons and eventually to ski practice. Carlson joined the Quechee Ski Team when she was 7 or 8 as part of the Mountain Team. Now, her other passion, synchronized swimming has taken some of her time away from being a competitive skier, and these days when she can she trains with the ski team. Synchronized swimming A high school sophomore, Carlson is a very busy, disciplined teenager. On Tuesdays and Thursdays after school, five hours on Saturdays, Victoria and Carol and six hours on Sundays, she’s in the pool train- As a soloist, Carlson has to be a higher-per- ing for qualifying meets to compete in the U.S. forming swimmer. Rather than being synchronized Nationals and Junior Olympics in synchronized to other athletes, a soloist is synchronized to the swimming this coming spring. music while demonstrating athletic skill, creativ- Carlson competes in both team and solo syn- ity, and her ability to tell a story through her swim- chronized swimming. It’s a complicated and dif- ming and emotional connection with the judges. ficult sport, combining swimming, dance, and She first hit the water at 2-years old, swim- gymnastic skills in a team of eight, a combo of 10, ming away in a pool in a quarry in Rockport, MA. a duet of two, or as a soloist. Synchronized swim- Carlson officially started swimming lessons when ming requires advanced swimming skills, great she was 3. As a second grader, she passed a poster strength, endurance, flexibility, grace, artistry, for synchronized swimming at the YMCA every and precise timing, as well as incredible breath time she went for swimming lessons. She asked to control. It’s about interpreting the theme of the try, and her parents enrolled her in an “Intro to music and telling a story. Even in team competi- Synchro” class at the Y. She took that class a few tions, individuals are required to show off certain times, went to view the Synchro Team’s “water moves, which are scored separately and added to show,” and was inspired to join the Intermediate Victoria racing at Quechee the final team score. Team the following year.

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Carlson swam for The Selkies of the YMCA of the North Shore until the end of last year. For the past two seasons, she also swam for New England Synchro, another competitive team that combines athletes from other nearby towns. Last year, she and her New England Synchro team came in first in their age group at the U.S. Nationals. This coming year, she will be swimming with ANA Synchro in Andover, MA. Given all her swimming requirements, Carl- son isn’t able to compete on the Quechee Ski Team anymore. “She would love to compete [for Quechee] all winter, but the reality is that as she has become a more competitive swimmer she has had to make choices,” says her mom. Several years ago, in the heart of the ski season, she had a hard time thinking of herself as a swimmer in the winter, she was a skier, but once her competitive swim season rolled around in the early spring, it was hard to think of herself as anything but a swimmer. She is, able to compete on her high school ski team, allow- From left; Victoria, Carol,Wyatt, and Dave ing her to continue participating in a sport she of people watching out for them—family, friends, to travel up north every weekend of the winter, excels at and loves. the ski patrol, and the lifties. “I never felt like my together as a family, to spend time outdoors. We The Quechee experience kids weren't safe when they were free skiing, even love the group of friends we have made,” she says. Her experience spending so much time in when they were just out with their friends," says Family dinners, ski trips, driving each other’s Quechee has given her many gifts. She will be a Harlow-Carlson. kids to races at 6 a.m. on a cold weekend morn- lifelong skier, able to handle any terrain, any con- I asked Harlow-Carlson what her favorite part ing, all add to the experience for Harlow-Carlson. ditions, anywhere. Also, a sense of freedom and about Quechee is, and, besides the wonderful free- “We cheer for each of them when they do well, security, as a tween and teenager, she roamed the dom of the ski hill, she mentions the friendships we pick them up after devastating falls. We have ski hill with her friends, coming home only for they have developed over the years. "We have built some incredibly special relationships that we lunch, and perhaps to dry off a bit. While she and fostered friendships with the families we have met will have for the rest of our lives.” her friends felt like they were completely on their through Quechee… there is a common denomi- Community, support, children, that’s what own without parent supervision, there were plenty nator when you find families that also choose Quechee is all about. n Page 24 Holiday 2016 The Quechee Times

Quechee Library

Charlotte Merrill has created wonderful ornaments that will be sold at a holiday afternoon tea on Friday, December 16.

Kate Schaal s we move past this presidential campaign, the Quechee Library is delighted to have been chosen by the Vermont Humanities Council Afor a Bill of Rights display from the National Archives Foundation. By mid-December, it will be standing in the library to remind us all of the power of the Bill of Rights, and the country’s still enduring system of government. We will be holding one or more talks focused particularly on the first, fourth, fifth, and sixth amendments. Watch the library website for details on programming, and do stop in and study the illustration of the founding fathers’ wisdom. See anew the list of amendments defining citizens’ rights in relation to a central government, including freedom of speech, religion, the press, and the right to due process of law. Meanwhile, on to the holidays: On November 25 at 4 p.m., there will be a drawing for ticket vouchers for A Christmas Carol performance. Again this year, Northern Stage in White River Junction, Vermont, has partnered with some area libraries to offer free tickets to their consistently excellent productions. Before then, visit the library and answer your choice of a question about theater and libraries to be entered to win a ticket voucher. On Wednesday, December 7, at 3 p.m., children are invited to the annual Friends’ Keepsake Ornament-Making workshop. Scores will gather to merrily proceed from one table to another making ten different projects. Ann DeLoach, Paula Pitts, Joan Baret, and other Friends each year come up with new ornaments to delight every child—and every adult lucky enough to be in the vicinity. That same holiday spirit will be evident on Friday, December 16, for a bit of a “winterfest” at the library. Stop by between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. for some hot chocolate, tea, cookies, and a chance to purchase delightful felt ornaments made by Charlotte Merrill, as well as the Friends’ holiday cards, coffee mugs, and more. All proceeds will benefit our “book a square” carpet campaign. During the tea, there will be a “scribble bot” wrapping paper activity for kids. This simple introduction to “robotics” is enticing enough to intrigue people of any age, and all are welcome to participate. This will also be the day we draw the winning ticket vouchers for the next Northern Stage production, Trick or Treat, so be sure to stop in on this afternoon, or earlier in December to enter the contest. Library visitors have been enjoying a “community” jigsaw puzzle along with The Quechee Times Holiday 2016 Page 25

Needleworkers Unite is a welcoming group of knitters, cross stitchers and other textile makers who gather at the library on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. For kids, regular programs include Storytimes on Wednesdays at 10 a.m., and Friday Folk time for slightly older children at 10 a.m. Lego Club meets on Fridays at 3 p.m. through December 2. The library will be closed for Thanksgiving. As Christmas and New Year’s Day fall on Sundays, these holidays will be observed on Monday. Winter driving conditions may also cause some closings. Check the website at www.quecheeli- brary.org for such announcements as well as to keep up to date with library news, to browse our catalogs, access online resources, and reserve and renew items. Whatever the winter brings in the way of snow and temperatures, the library is a place to stock up for good times. Hours are: M,W.F, 10-6; T,Th, 2-7; and Sat., 9-2.n

Quechee Library Events Wednesdays, 10 a.m. for storytime, and Fridays, 10 a.m. for Kids’ Folk Time Monday, November 28, 6 p.m.: Sci Fi Discussion group meets at the Quechee Library Monday, December 5, 4 p.m.: Monday Mystery group meets at the Quechee Library Karyn Lord gave a stunning trunk show to start off the season for Needleworkers Unite who Wednesday, December 6, 3-5 p.m.: Keepsake Ornament-Making for meet Tuesday evenings at the Quechee Library. kids at the Quechee Library Friday, December 16, 4 p.m.: Holiday tea (and hot chocolate) at the chess sets, newspapers, and other resources and pastimes. On Friday, December Quechee Library. Scribble-bot activity for kids and special ornaments 30, the library will fill with such puzzling opportunities for people of all ages. for sale Find the jigsaw (or the crossword or the coloring activity) that best suits you, Monday, December 19, 6 p.m.: Sci Fi Discussion group meets at the and puzzle away during our open hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Quechee Library Along with the many new books, and DVDs of new and classic films and Monday, January 7, 4 p.m.: Monday Mystery group meets at the series on the shelves, enjoy the opportunity to download others from the library Quechee Library website. Click on the ListenUp or OneClick icons and begin to browse. Tech Monday, February 6, 4 p.m.: Monday Mystery group meets at the advice is available if needed, but chances are it will be clear. Some titles are Quechee Library now available at ListenUp just for Quechee/Wilder patrons; email suggestions for electronic (or print) purchases to [email protected]. But browsing is sure to please too. Sharing what one enjoys and becoming inspired by others’ favorites is, of course, part of the attraction of book groups. This winter’s options include the Mystery Monday group, which meets at 4 p.m. the first Monday of each month (moving to the second Monday when holidays intervene as for January 9). In December, the group considers mysteries—written by Jill Churchill, Victoria Thompson and others—set in 1900-1920. In January, books by the prolific Ruth Rendell (aka Barbara Vine) will be read and discussed. Award winners, is the general category for the months to follow according to the group’s intrepid leader, Charlotte Merrill. The Sci Fi group generally meets on the last Monday of each month at 6 p.m. They too welcome new participants. On November 28, the book on tap is Aurora by Kim Stanley Robinson. The December 19 title is Stranger in a Strange Land, by Robert Heinlein. Considered a classic now, the book features a human raised on Mars who struggles to understand the prejudices he finds upon his arrival on earth. A few extra powers, like telepathy and clairvoyance, may help him. Page 26 Holiday 2016 The Quechee Times

Meet the Thomsons

Anne Clemens

he Thomsons, George and Sue, and there three children, TSteve, Ali and Lauren, live in Westport, Connecticut, full- time, and have a second home here in Quechee. In the late 1990s, they were at a wedding in Woodstock and had some extra time. The Thomsons had been looking at property in New Hampshire, but Sue had friends from high school who used to come to Quechee, so they decided to visit Quechee. A few weeks later, they came up for a ski weekend with their two young kids—Steve and Ali— and were hooked.

George If you had your own talk show, who would be your first three guests? David Ortiz, Pete Townsend, and Stephen King From left: Steve, Ali, George, Sue, and Lauren What’s your favorite meal in What book do you think everyone What’s your favorite song? Lauren Quechee? A duh, a Quechee Break- should read? All the Light We Life During Wartime, by the Talking If you had your own talk show, fast Sandwich, with sausage and egg Cannot See, by Anthony Doerr Heads who would be your first three guests? over easy (formerly known as The What superhero would you be? Favorite character in a movie? Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, and Lin Quechee Muffin). Superwoman The Joker Manuel Miranda Favorite quote? “If it wasn’t hard What’s your favorite song? Happy, Favorite activity to do in Quechee What’s your favorite meal in everyone would do it. It’s the hard by Pharrell Williams with your family? Skiing of course!! Quechee? Fried chicken from that makes it great,” from A League Favorite character in a movie? What word best describes you? Worthy Kitchen of Their Own. Erin Brockovich Nice guy Favorite quote? “People say What book do you think everyone Favorite activity to do in Quechee What’s the best-kept secret in nothing is impossible, but I do should read? Stephen King’s, The with your family? Skiing and Quechee? Can’t say, then it ßœnothing every day,” Winnie the Stand paddle—it is a toss up but probably wouldn’t be a secret. Pooh. What superhero would you be? paddle tennis since I can’t keep What book do you think everyone Antman up with the kids anymore on the should read? Pride and Prejudice, by What’s your favorite song? Ali slopes. Jane Austen, and The Giver, by Lois Amos Moses, by Jerry Reed If you had your own talk show, What word best describes you? Lowry Favorite character in a movie? who would be your first three guests? Dedicated What superhero would you be? Jack Torrance from The Shining Morgan Freeman, Chelsea Handler, What’s the best-kept secret in Spiderman Favorite activity to do in Quechee and Paul Rudd Quechee? Unbelievable lifetime What’s your favorite song? New with your family? Skiing the back What’s your favorite meal in friends York, by Ed Sheeran bowls of the Quechee Ski Hill on a Quechee? Simon Pearce’s Bacon Favorite character in a movie? powder day. Arugula Salad Hermione Granger What word best describes you? Steve Favorite quote? “It’s supposed to Favorite activity to do in Quechee Uninhibited If you had your own talk show, be hard. If it wasn’t hard everyone with your family? Ski obviously What’s the best-kept secret in who would be your first three guests? would do it. The hard is what makes What word best describes you? Quechee? Drinking great craft beer Bode Miller, Jennifer Aniston, and it great,” from A League of Their Inquisitive with Nick at Pizza Chef. Tim Allen Own. What’s your favorite meal in What book do you think everyone What’s the best-kept secret in Quechee? Gotta be Simon Pearce. should read? Of Mice and Men, by Quechee? Watching the fireworks Sue Nothing better. John Steinbeck from the Thomson’s deck. n If you had your own talk show, Favorite quote? “It’s supposed to What superhero would you be? who would be your first three guests? be hard. If it wasn’t hard, everyone Batman Michelle Obama, Lin Manuel would do it. It’s the hard that What’s your favorite song? It Miranda, and Bode Miller makes it great,” from A League Wasn’t Me, by Shaggy What’s your favorite meal in of Their Own. Favorite movie? The Shining Quechee? Any meal at home with What book do you think everyone Favorite activity to do in Quechee all the seats filled with friends and should read? The Martian, by Andy with your family? Shredding Quechee family. Weir What word best describes you? Favorite quote? “Be the change What superhero would you be? Determined you wish to see in the world,” One who can teleport What’s the best-kept secret in Mahatma Gandhi. Quechee? The Quechee Bowls Quechee Lakes Real Estate Center Specializing in Quechee Lakes Properties Since 1968

120 Quechee West Hartford Road – A very rare offering in 1301 Marsh Family Road -This three bedroom, 2 full bath 252 Hiram Atkins Byway - This is a wonderful family Golfview Lane - One of Quechee’s last remaining beautiful building Kingswood – Ski On/Ski Off – Terrific Values!! Move in Quechee Lakes. A 1902 farmhouse w/barn and shed on 3+ home has many recent upgrades including fully renovated home with a lot of company space AND family space. sites- private with close proximity to the Quechee Club-ski on and condition with outstanding locations on our Ski Mtn. 2 acres of beautiful open meadow. Nice porch on front and room kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, paint, etc. The home is being It consists of five bedrooms & three full baths, and a ski off-with proper siting of house and selective tree trimming and BR, 3BR and 1.5 – 2.5 BA, fully furnished and priced to for garden close to house. This 3BR/2BA house was renovated sold fully furnished and in turn key condition and would make family room on each of the three levels. Enjoy the removal- outstanding Quechee Valley views possible. An extremely sell. $79,000 – $149,900. recently and ready to move into and enjoy. $349,000. for an outstanding vacation or primary home. $220,000. front yard and the kids can build forts in the back rare opportunity to own a very special piece of land. $149,500. yard. Close to Woodstock for shopping and dining, and close to Quechee's Clubhouse and all of the amenities Quechee Lakes has to offer. $210,000. SOLD

Fairway Village 4A and 4B - Both of these townhouse units have 626 Wheelock Road - Walk or golf cart to the Quechee Club Lakeland Village, 6D & 2B – The closest Village to the Quechee 829 Baker Turn – Superb location near top of the ski moun- 2BR/2BA, vaulted ceilings, detached golf cart storage buildings and enjoy all it has to offer. Or, walk to the Ski Hill and Base Club, adjacent to Highland and Lakeland Golf Courses & an easy tain & golf cart ride to the Quechee Club. Level lot with and are a short walk to Lake Pinneo, Murphy Farm and the Lodge. A sweet house in a wonderful location with the Master walk to Lake Pinneo & all amenities. #6D is an end unit with A/C, plenty of sunshine. Spacious home w/open floor plan, Quechee Club and all its amenities. #4A has hardwood floors in BR on the main level with full bath. Just a few steps down to a electric & gas heat and significantly updated. #2B has an addi- 3BR/2BA, oversized decks & huge screened porch. Two car living area and being offered @$132,500. #4B has carpet through- family room with fireplace and 2nd bedroom and bath. 648 Morgan Road -For the discriminate buyer. An tional bonus sun room. Both units have 3BR/2 full baths & being garage with front to back bonus room w/full bath. Wonderful out with tile in baths and kitchen and being offered @$124,000. Updated kitchen and baths. Move right in ! $169,000. extraordinary Arts & Crafts style house, completely sold mostly furnished. Great values @ $195,000 – $200,000. opportunity listed below assessed value. $249,900. renovated with an in-door heated pool. Gourmet kitchen w/cherry cabinetry, large island w/cooktop & seating, granite counter tops & stainless steel Bosch & Kitchen Aid appl. & 2 pantries. Brazilian cherry flooring lead you into a spacious liv/dining rm. enhanced by 2 fireplaces, vaulted ceiling & wet bar for entertaining. Expansive windows on the s/w offer wonderful light & views into a lovely, peaceful setting. Beautiful stone walls, landscaping & patio areas invite you to enjoy the entire property. Lower level offers 2 fire 160 Baker Turn – Extraordinary custom built contemporary 74 Redfield Proctor - A one of a kind, beautifully maintained places, fm. room, full bath, office w/private entry & Landmark 3B – Superb location overlooking the 3rd tee of 928 Wheelock Road – Outstanding location, very private with fabulous southeasterly views & privacy. 4BR/4.5BA, house located on a private lot in a wonderful setting. Great space patio(5th BR. or au pere suite) laundry & storage. All Highland Golf Course. Townhouse offers 3BR/2.5 BA, large w/southern exposure, seasonal views, and just a golf cart jacuzzi, double sinks, shower, tile in master. Soaring cathedral with 4 large bedrooms, 4.5 baths, large family room for gather- baths w/limestone counters, maple vanities & heated loft, oversized deck & attic storage space. Being offered fully distance from the Quechee Club. This home offers an ceilings, central A/C, stone fireplace, maple floors & cedar ings, open concept on main level, eat in kitchen, sunny dining tile flooring. Kohler & oil-rubbed bronze hardware furnished w/personal exceptions. Electric golf cart included. open floor plan with 5 bedrooms, 2 updated baths, updat- decking. Incredible workmanship & superb landscaping w/ area & spacious living room. Great lot for outdoor fun. This is a throughout. Natural fir doors & trim. Amazing detail Nice views of Ski Mtn. & 5 minute walk to Lake Pinneo, 10 ed kitchen, vaulted ceilings, 2 fireplaces, screened in stone walls. Spacious home close to Quechee Club within golf unique house-one that must be seen to appreciate. Excellent work throughout. Property includes a second lot. A one minute walk to Quechee Club. Location, Location, Location! porch, large deck and 2800 sq. ft. of living space! cart distance. $679,000. Value $298,000. of a kind house. $595,000. $177,000 $349,000. SOLD UNDER SOLD CONTRACT

9A 469 Baker Turn – Wonderful corner lot contemporary home 60 Deer Path Lane - MOTIVATED SELLER! This house sits on Birchwood A2 - This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath condominium is the Deere Run 1A & 7D- Two outstanding end units. #1A w/cen- w/southern exposure and mountain views. This 4BR/3.5BA a private lot with an outstanding yard for children to play, Dartmouth Place 5A - One of Quechee’s finest loca- first building built at Birchwood with a slightly different floor tral air & #7D w/retro air. Both units have oversized wrap PENDING home has substantial wrap around decks, stone fireplace, nice many perennial gardens & stone walls. It offers good size with tions--walk to Lake Pinneo, Murphy farm, the plan. The entire lower level is finished with very nice built-ins and around decks, move-in condition, many upgrades & being yard, window quilts throughout, hard wood flooring on main two LRs, one w/fireplace, 3BR/3BA and large back deck that Quechee Club & you’re on the Highland Golf a door to the outside, which could be a nice office, play room, or offered fully furnished w/personal exceptions. Great floor level, skylights, updated kitchen w/granite and ample space is ideal for entertaining family & friends. The Master BR has a Course!! Spacious 3 br., loft, 2 1/2 BA townhouse extra bedroom with its own bath. This is being sold with nice plan for families or multiple couples w/4BR/3.5BA & family for guests. Great opportunity for the next family as this is the bonus room that can be used as an office or den. Recent consisting of approx. 2400 plus sq. ft. w/vaulted furniture and has to be seen to be appreciated. $135,000. room. Walk to Lake Pinneo, Golf Course & Murphy Farm. original owner. $349,900. improvements include new Security System, roof, interior/ ceilings & wonderful windows to capture the beauti- Private swimming pool & 2 tennis courts. $229,000.-$264,000. exterior paint & hard wood flooring. Priced @$169,000. ful views of the surrounding Quechee Hills. Multiple sky lights to keep this a bright airy townhouse. Eat -in UNDER UNDER kitchen w/counter & bar stools & flows directly into the din/liv. areas. Master is on the main level & a CONTRACT CONTRACT sauna & large Jacuzzi are part of the lower level w/2 guest BR & either a 4th BR. or large family room. Very spacious wrap around deck & a large lower deck for all your outdoor activities. All appliances remain. Being sold partially furnished. A great village with a huge backyard!!! This is a unique house- one that 696 Deweys Mills Road – An exceptional Vermont Country Estate Ridge lB - Three bedroom, three bath condominium in must be seen to be appreciated. Excellent Value 295 Taft Family Road – This 3BR/2BA home offes an open floor 0 Fairbanks Turn - Arguably Quechee’s finest remaining view lot with a rich history dating back to circa 1860! Wonderful private pristine condition and being sold fully furnished with few $259,000. plan with a beautiful fireplace in the LR. The master BR is on left to be built upon. 2.6 acres of gently sloping open meadows, setting surrounded by stone walls, majestic trees & tranquility, exclusions. Outstanding views of Lake Pinneo, the Quechee the main level and a spacious fam. rm. with office area & wonderful exposure, E, S, and W. Views to the North of the 7BR/4BA, 5 fireplaces, original hardwood floors, country kitch- Ski Hill, golf c urses and the mountains beyond. Owner has 2BR/1BA on the lower level. As you stand in the LR looking out Quechee Ski Mtn. The Hillside Rd. & Fairbanks turn neighbor- en & formal dining room. This residence allows for a family outstanding vacation rental history on file. Listed @$229,000. the slider you see a lovely view of the Queche ski hill. $169,000 hood offers an appealing location w/easy access to Golf Courses home, home occupation, Bed and Breakfast or other multiple and the Quechee Club. Use your golf cart to/from. Construction options. Beautiful grounds & landscaping, short walk to Quechee of that special house beckons on this piece of heaven. Houseplans Gorge, Dewey’s Lake & the Quechee Polo Field. Furnishings are owner would be willing to share if interested. Town sewer & power negotiable. $595,000. at site. Survey available. Rare Mem. land offering. $199,000.

UNDER 66 Remember Baker Lane - Beautifully constructed CONTRACT contemporary priced substantially below assessed value. Main level has a delightful gourmet kitchen w/ 70 Warner Lane - The original owner says it’s time to move granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, cherry Saltbox 8A - Beautifully cared for, private end unit. Drive right to along after 38 years!! This property needs some TLC but is a cabinets & cherry flooring. Off the kitchen is a lovely your front door for easy access. A large 3BR/2.5BA townhouse charming cottage like house nestled in the tall pines & a sun room w/gas stove. An open concept, 1st floor has with a great wrap around deck. Terrific first floor with an eat-in smattering of tall oaks on quiet Warner Lane. S/W exposure the din. rm. leading into a cathedral liv. rm, stone country kitchen that flows into a very large dining/living area with Newton Village 2B - Phase one Newton - Beautifully kept tri-level- with a large deck to capture all the light one would want. 2 fireplace w/cherry hdwd flooring throughout. Sliding built ins & a fireplace/pellet stove for warmth & comfort in the Windsor Village 5D - A ready to move in 2 BR, 1 1/2 BA town- move in condition offering 2 bedrooms/2.5 baths. Large Master wood burning brick fireplaces enhance a large liv. rm. & a very doors off the din. rm. lead to an over sized deck for all cooler months. Air conditioning on the main level & in all t~ree house - an outstanding location within Quechee Lakes. Walk to bedroom suite w/private bath, fireplace and walk out to a all large fam. rm. Vaulted ceilings on main level which includes seasonal activities. Upstairs consists of 2 guest BR. bedrooms upstairs. Master bedroom has it's own bath & the other Lake Pinneo, Murphy farm, Ball fields, Basketball, Golf & the deck. Main level has an open floor plan w/kitchen opening into an open living, dining & kitchen--full bath & master BR also each with full bath! Spacious loft area w/natural light two very spacious guest rooms share a full bath . Being offered Quechee Club. Unit has completely upgraded kitchen with dining/living room w/fireplace. Spacious Guest b1droom has on first floor. Lower, walk out level consists of 3 BR, 1 full bath allows for many uses. Lower, unfinished basement fully furnished including all appliances, window treatments, elec- beautiful appliances that flows nicely into an open DR/LR. Gas private bath. Beautiful landscaping enhance this convenient & aforementioned family room. A wonderful opportunity to area allows for expansion. Central A/C & forced hot tronics, linens, and dishware. Huge walk in basement for all kinds fireplace stove for comfort, nice lighting throughout and being location with on site in-ground pool and tennis court. Walk to own an inexpensive vacation retreat. Could also be a wonder- air heat give you all the comforts of home. An excep- of storage of seasonal items. This is a wonderful, spacious town- offered mostly furnished with some exclusions. Great rental Lake Pinneo. Being offered full furnished w/personal excep- ful rental with a few upgrades. $133,000. tional value $389,000. house with an inviting price. $149,999. unit if desired. Well maintained, offers nice privacy and poten- tions. $139,000. tial view overlooking the Lakeland Golf course. Priced to sell!! $79,000. SALES 888-654-9560 • 802-295-7525 RENTALS: 800-745-0042 • 802-295-1970 / FAX 802-296-6852 E-MAIL: [email protected] • ROUTE 4, QUECHEE, VT 05059 CHECK US OUT ON THE WEB – WWW.QUECHEELAKESREALESTATE.COM Quechee Lakes Real Estate Center Specializing in Quechee Lakes Properties Since 1968

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Ridge 3D - Fantastic end unit with wrap around 80 Davenport Lane - A “Bennington” style, 3 BR/2.5 deck, 3BR/3BA and one of the finest views in BA ranch with full length deck located in a quiet Quechee. Being sold furnished with few excep- cul-de-sac. Easy access, rare level lot, nice East-West tions. Move in condition and ready for immedi- exposure enhance this ready to move in offering. 1 car ate occupancy. Listed at $249,000. garage and shed add to the value. Listed at $189,000.

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Mill Run 9E - Priced to sell 2 BR, 1.5 BA end unit 35 Austin Way - This home offers an abundance of space. 423 Taft Family Road - Immaculate, like new, & won- 333 Baker Turn - Wonderful south facing 4-BR Saltbox 11D - Large 3 BR, 2.5 BA condo priced well condo with a nice view of the Open Meadow in There are 2 large living rooms, a large den & an enclosed derful views enhance this quality, custom designed country/cape with vaulted ceilings. Floor to ceiling below assessed value. Master BR has its own private backyard. Split level with vaulted ceiling on main porch in addition to 4BR/2.5BA. Large open concept home. Private 4.30 acres, south/westerly setting brick fp. Oversized loft area to offer many uses, BAroom and balcony with nice view. Located in a level and open floor plan. Nice deck off living room. kitchen/din. area w/hdwd flooring on main and upper to view the magnificent Vermont sunsets. Great large deck for outside activity plus a 2-car garage. quiet and peaceful village at the end of the road yet Master BR has large walk in closet Listed at $49,000. levels. Ideal as a vacation home for entertaining family house for entertaining. Beautiful chef’s kitchen This property offers a second 1+ acre lot for privacy walking distance to Quechee Library, Simon Pearce & guests or as a primary residence. Listed at $189,000. which faces an open din/liv. rm. w/red Oak floors or to sell- beautiful lots!! Listed at $222,000. and Village Green. Listed at $107,000. & beautiful fieldstone Frplc. as the centerpiece. All of this opens onto a huge sundeck w/awning & screened-in porch. Master suite on Main level w/ SOLD SOLD private Ba, walk-in closet & direct access to deck. SOLD SOLD Private study/library just down the hall. 3 add’l BRs upstairs & add’l private guest suite over the garage w/direct access into main house. Walkout lower level has family room, full wet bar w/seating, huge game room. Listed at $675,000.

Fairway Village lB - An immaculate condo with Deere Run 9A - Excellent end unit with a/c. Move Birchwood C4 - Completely refreshed end unit with 117 Primrose Lane - Privately sited at the end of over-sized Trex deck and in a private setting. Lots in condition being offered fully furnished w/per- new flooring & paint to give you a fresh interior. 3 the road, this delightful cape is located in one of of natural light with master bedroom on main sonal exceptions. Terrific floor plan for families or SOLD floors of comfortable living space. 1st floor open Quechee’s most desirable neighborhoods, close to level and 2BR on 2nd floor. Updated floors and multiple couples. Great rental potential, large wrap floor plan living & dining areas with large bay the club. Walk to the top of the ski hill or cart down kitchen has newer finishes. Pellete stove in Living around deck on main level & nice deck off master window. 2nd floor has master BR and 2nd BR, each to golf, tennis and swimming. Many updates and Room fireplace. Add’l outside storage and a golf BR. 4 BRs/3 full BA/family room. A terrific oppor- with their own BA. Lower level has family room, the included furnishings allow this home to be avail-- cart storage unit. Walking distance to Club, Lake tunity in a great village. On site pool & 2 tennis laundry & extra room, and walkout slider onto a able for immediate occupancy. Beautiful sunny lot Pinneo, Murphy’s Farm. Listed at $167,500. courts. Listed at $219,000. patio. Listed at $95,000. enhances all outdoor activities. Listed at $175,000.

Fox Hollow 8C - Without question this is the finest - town home offering in all of Quechee Lakes. This 4 SOLD SOLD BR, 3.5 BA end unit condo is located along the sig- SOLD SOLD nature 12th hole of the Lakeland Golf course. Some of its’ many amenities & perks include: Location (steps away from the golf course & Lk. Pinneo, a short walk or golf cart ride to the Clubhouse), its’ own private courtyard entry way with an att. 1 car garage & is immaculately appointed with granite Fox Hollow l0B - Walk or golf cart to the club & Ridge 4A - If you want an outstanding view, counters, hardwood floors, stainless steel applianc- Lakeland Village lD - The absolute closest townhouse to the Coach Road 5A - Immaculately maintained townhouse enjoy all it has to offer or walk/ski to the ski hill & you really should see this condo. Among other es and a large master suite with its’ own private Quechee Club in the entire community. A very special end located in one of Quechee’s finest villages. Adjacent the Base Lodge. This is a sweet house in a wonderful things, it has a wet bar, double sinks, security BAroom on the main level. Discriminate Buyer’s unit overlooking the 2nd hole of Highland & the 18th Green to 13th Fairway of the Highland Golf Course w/won- location. Cherry floors on the main level of this system with cold sensor, washer & dryer and need to look no further than this wonderful slice of of Lakeland. Walk, Bike, Jog, Golf Cart, Cross country Ski to derful S/W exposure. Beautiful hdwd. flooring, lovely Deck House. Master is on the main level with full amaster on the main level with a beautiful wrap “Quechee Life”. Listed at $435,000. all amenities. Completely updated w/hdwd flooring, tle,car- window treatments throughout, A/C, Propane heat, BA. A few steps down is a large family room with around deck. Listed at $249,000. pet, granite counters throughout, & A/C. being offered furn. beautifully furnished & offering on-site tennis courts &- Frplc & the second BR & BA. Updated kitchen and w/exceptions. This is a converted 3-BR/2 full BA unit w/extra swimming pool. This is Townhouse living at it’s finest-- BA. Move right in. Some furniture will be available. WE WANT TO THANK bonus room! Beautiful views & a rare opportunity to own -Private, nice patio area looking out onto the beautiful Listed at $320,000. THE ENTIRE one of the Best! Outstanding rental unit. Listed at $219,000. Highland Golf Course. Listed at $339,000. MEMBERSHIP FOR SOLD SOLD YOUR CONTINUED SOLD SOLD SUPPORT WHICH ALLOWS OUR OFFICE TO MAINTAIN THE Greensway 3D - Great end unit, just out of sight of the 3rd Saltbox 6C - This is a wonderful, well cared for, 3 744 Fairbanks Turn - Newer Contemporary home locat- Fox Hollow l0A - Beautiful renovation of the green & 4th tee of the Highland Golf course. Wrap around BR condo. Featuring a lg. liv/din area and pleasant #1 POSITION IN SALES ed in a wonderful Quechee neighborhood. Enter into entire unit completed in May 2015. Hdwd.flooring deck on main level & deck w/outside locked storage area on back deck. Plus a master BR and BA on the main a large liv./din. area w/a floor to ceiling stone Frplc. throughout main level, new carpeting in loft & lower level. Vaulted ceilings in combo din./liv. rm. and beauti- floor. 2 more BRs upstairs and another BA and AND RENTALS. WE Master suite on main floor w/walk-in closet, large BA lower level. A gourmet eat-it kitchen. Main level has ful brick, floor to ceiling wood burning Frplc. Master on main nice loft area. Simple entry with no stairs leading w/jet tub, separate shower & dbl sink vanity. Lg. eat-in guest BR & BA. Open, bright great room with brick level w/private full BA. Eat in kitchen. Lower, walkout level has to the unit just a small step to the front door. LOOK FORWARD TO kitchen w/island, Pwdr rm. & laundry, as well as a heat- Frplc., dining room which opens to large deck, loft 2 large BR. w/full BA., step down Jacuzzi tub & walk-in sauna. Conveniently located close to the village, library ed enclosed porch which opens onto a deck. Upstairs with 1/2 bath for an office or den. Lower level, mas- Large loft w/built-ins for office space or additional sleeping. and clubhouse. Being sold partially furnished, BEING OF SERVICE are 2 gst. BRs, full BA & spacious loft for use as an office ter BR w/Frplc, spacious BA, 2 large walk-in closets. Greensway is one of the finest villages for location, privacy, this is a turn key property at a great price. Listed or family room. Perfect for full time living or vacation 1 car attached garage. Listed at $479,000, W/exposure & proximity to all activities. Listed at $225,000. at $107,000. TO YOU IN 2017. home. Golf cart ride to Club. Listed at $429,000 SALES 888-654-9560 • 802-295-7525 / RENTALS: 800-745-0042 • 802-295-1970 / FAX 802-296-6852 E-MAIL: [email protected] • ROUTE 4, QUECHEE, VT 05059 CHECKCHECK USUS OUTOUT ONON THETHE WEBWEB –– WWW.QUECHEELAKESREALESTATE.COMWWW.QUECHEELAKESREALESTATE.COM