Waterbury pairs a lively village food scene with Green Mountain adventure at Waterbury Reservoir, Camel’s Hump State Park, and the Ben & Jerry’s Factory. Plan easy days around paddling, hiking, local history, and ice cream, then set aside time for a separate mountain or village outing beyond town.
View 6 more homes
Yes. 94 of our Waterbury vacation rentals have internet access, so you can stay connected throughout your trip.
Browse homes with internet access >Absolutely. Our local Waterbury team includes professional housekeepers who care for all our homes here. They’ll clean thoroughly and restock amenities, so everything is ready for your arrival—and all you have to do is settle in and relax.
Learn more about Vacasa Premium Clean >Waterbury vacation rentals make a practical home base for couples, families, and groups who want both outdoor time and an easy place to gather after the day’s plans. Stay closer to the village for restaurants and local history, or look toward Waterbury Center for reservoir access and a quieter mountain setting.
Each home is unique, so compare location, layout, parking, pet policies, and seasonal access before booking. A flexible itinerary works well here: pair a half-day outside with a village stop, then reserve a separate day for a nearby ski area or regional excursion.
Build your Waterbury itinerary around the reservoir and Green Mountains, then add a factory visit or local-history stop for an easy change of pace.
Tour the company’s only factory open to the public, learn how its ice cream is made, and finish with a tasting. The grounds also include a scoop shop, playground, mountain views, and the seasonal Flavor Graveyard.
Best for:
Waterbury Center State Park provides seasonal access to the Waterbury Reservoir for swimming, paddling, boating, fishing, picnicking, and a nature trail. It is a natural fit for families, relaxed lake days, and travelers who want several activities in one place.
Best for:
Little River State Park combines reservoir access with miles of hiking and mountain-biking trails that trace the area’s natural and cultural history. Choose it for a more active day, especially if your group wants to split time between trails and the water.
Best for:
Multiple trails approach Camel’s Hump, including a challenging summit route and a shorter accessible loop with summit views from the Duxbury side. This undeveloped park suits prepared hikers and groups that want a mountain-focused day close to Waterbury.
The Waterbury Historical Society’s History Center occupies the renovated Dr. Henry Janes House in the Waterbury Village Historic District. Its exhibits and self-guided visits offer a quieter way to connect the town’s story with a walk through the village.
Dining is easiest to plan around downtown Waterbury, where restaurants and craft-beverage stops sit close to the village core. Waterbury Center adds cafés and specialty-food stops that pair naturally with a reservoir or Route 100 outing.
Prohibition Pig operates a restaurant and brewery in downtown Waterbury, giving groups two casual settings for smoked meats, house beer, and a post-adventure meal. It fits especially well after a village walk or a day on nearby trails.
The Big Red Coffee Barn in Waterbury Center includes a coffee bar, working roastery, baked goods, and coffee tastings. Stop before a reservoir day or use it as a relaxed morning destination of its own.
Waterbury works well as a central base for nearby mountain villages and longer regional excursions. Keep the reservoir, village, and Camel’s Hump at the center of the stay, then choose one outing that matches your group’s pace.
Stowe makes an easy half-day or full-day outing for village scenery, the recreation path, hiking, paddling, waterfalls, and seasonal mountain activities. It adds variety without requiring travelers to give up a Waterbury-centered itinerary.
Bolton Valley is a focused half-day or full-day mountain outing, with seasonal skiing and riding in winter and hiking, lift-served mountain biking, and scenic lift rides in summer. Review current operations before visiting because activities and access vary by season.
Woodstock’s Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park is better suited to a full-day regional excursion. Its carriage roads, trails, ranger programs, and conservation history offer a cultural and outdoor counterpoint to Waterbury’s reservoir and village plans.
+1 800-544-0300
