Things To Do

Whether you want to take in our natural surroundings or experience the local sites and activities, Mishnoah Retreat offers something for everyone. Adventure, relaxation, or quiet time to recenter yourself, your vacation, retreat, or getaway can be designed to suit your needs. However you’d like to spend your time, we hope you enjoy your stay!

Activities at Mishnoah Retreat:

Birdwatching
Fishing and Fly Fishing
Walking and Hiking Trails
Mountain Biking
Water Sports: swimming, kayaking, canoe, row boat, and paddle boarding
Winter Sports: ice fishing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing
Forest Bathing
Meditation Areas in Nature
Yoga, Qigong, and Tai Chi
Suana Room
Fire Pits
Painting or Drawing en plein air

local attractions

Old sturbridge village

While staying at Mishnoah Retreat, a visit to Old Sturbridge Village is a must for anyone looking to step back in time and experience 19th-century New England life. Perfect for all ages, this living history museum brings the past to life with its authentically recreated village, costumed historians, working farms, and hands-on activities.

tree house brewing company

A visit to Tree House Brewing Company is a wonderful addition to your stay at Mishnoah Retreat, offering a unique experience for craft beer enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. Renowned for its expertly crafted beers, ranging from hazy IPAs to rich stouts and refreshing lagers, the brewery’s inviting atmosphere and stunning grounds provide a fun backdrop for enjoying a pint or a tasting flight.

brimfield flea market

A trip to the Brimfield Flea Market is a treasure hunter’s dream. Known as one of the largest and most famous flea markets in the country, Brimfield offers an unparalleled shopping experience with endless rows of unique antiques, vintage finds, handcrafted goods, and collectibles. Held three times a year, typically in May, July, and September, this vibrant market brings together vendors and visitors from around the world.

other local attractions

Dining

B. T. Smokehouse (Sturbridge, MA)
Cedar Street Grill (Sturbridge, MA)
Enrico’s Brickoven Pizza (Sturbridge, MA)
Kaizen (Sturbridge, MA)
Old Village Grille (Sturbridge, MA)
Sawdust Coffeehouse (Sturbridge, MA)
Sophie’s Coffeehouse (Brimfield, MA)
Sturbridge Seafood (Sturbridge, MA)
The Duck (Sturbridge, MA)
The Maine Attraction (Holland, MA)
The Metro Bistrot (Southbridge, MA)
Travelers Restaurant (Union, CT)

Breweries & Wineries

Altruist Brewing Company (Sturbridge, MA)
Brimfield Winery (Brimfield, MA)
Hardwick Winery (Hardwick, MA)
Queen Bee Vineyard (Monson, MA)
Rapscallion Pub (Sturbridge, MA)
Tree House Brewing Company (Sturbridge, MA)

Museums

Basketball Hall of Fame (Springfield, MA)
Dinosaur Footprints (Holyoke, MA)
Optical Heritage Museum (Southbridge, MA)
Pan African Historical Museum (Springfield, MA)
The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss (Springfield, MA)
Titanic Museum (Springfield, MA)

Sports & Events

Bay Path Archers (Southbridge, MA)
Palmer Motorsports Speedway (Palmer, MA)
Polar Park (Worcester, MA)
Stafford Motor Speedway (Stafford, CT)
The Big E (Springfield, MA)
Thompson Speedway (Thompson, CT)
13th World Fright Park–Halloween (Palmer, MA)

Food Shops

BaanMae Market–Asian Groceries (Sturbridge, MA)
G & R Fish Market (Sturbridge, MA)
Hearthstone Market & Catering (Sturbridge, MA)
Micknuck’s Market (Sturbridge, MA)
Stop and Shop (Sturbridge, MA)
Tutti Quanti Italian Market (Sturbridge, MA)
413 On Main Artisan Cheese Shop (Sturbridge, MA)

Activities

Aqua Riders of Holland (Waterskiing Shows)
Pickleball U (Sturbridge, MA)
Into The Grain Axe Throwing (Sturbridge, MA)
McGilpin Valley Disc Golf- (Sturbridge, MA
Escape the Pike–Escape Room (Sturbridge, MA)
Brush It Off–Paint It Yourself (Sturbridge, MA)
Windy Crow Farm (Stafford Springs, CT)
Mountain Laurel Sanctuary (Union, CT)
Roseland Cottage Historical Building (Woodstock, CT)
Gateway Players Theatre (Southbridge, MA)

Orchards

Breezeland Orchard (Sturbridge, MA)
Hyland Orchard (Sturbridge, MA)
Brookfield Orchard (Brookfield, MA)

Antiques & Flea Markets

Brimfield Antiques Center (Brimfield, MA)
Past to Present (Fiskdale, MA)
Sturbridge Flea Market (Sturbridge, MA)
Sturbridge Yankee Pedlar (Sturbridge, MA)
Village Primatives (Sturbridge, MA)
Vintage & Antique Textiles (Fiskdale, MA)
Vintage & Swoon (Sturbridge, MA)

Loved the coziness of Susan’s place. Enjoyed the fire pit and a walk to the lake. Susan left us a big bowl of garden-grown tomatoes, which were amazing and appreciated. Would definitely stay again.

Regina