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The North Hero House is open May through November and offers a multitude of activities and attractions for vacationing guests. Lake Champlain provides an endless source of enjoyable things to do. In the summer time swimming and relaxing at the inn's sandy beach is unforgettable. The water is warm and clear. Reclining chairs abound and the floating swim platform is an attractive destination for good swimmers of all ages. In the spring and fall, a brisk swim can be followed by a visit to the inn's lakeside jacuzzi.

Bird watching and nature walks in the spring, summer and fall is outstanding. Learn more about the island's bird population. The lake offers great boating. 2 person Sea Kayaks and a canoe are available to rent by our guests at the Iinn. Single Kayaks, powerboats, and Sailboats are available for to rent at nearby marinas. Slips are available for guest-owned watercraft at the inn's sheltered marina. The angler will be challenged in all seasons. Legendary fishing for bass, northern pike and walleye is waiting. The islands are famous for fall duck hunting.

Boat charters and cruises are available through Driftwood Tours (802-373-0022) and golf and tennis are nearby as well. The inn is a member of a local tennis club where har-tru courts are available to NHH guests. An 18 hole golf course is 10 minutes away. Biking the islands is marvelous: great water views, lots of flat terrain and beautiful countryside.
Area attractions include Burlington, University of Vermont, the summer home of the White Lipizzan stallions, St. Michael's College Playhouse, Smugglers Notch , the Shelburne Museum and St. Anne's Shrine.