Vernon, Connecticut has that New England charm and gentility only scene in movies. Foliage abounds and every turn in the road presents a breathtaking view. Start with the Valley

Falls, just South of Vernon, that cascade over boulders and winds its way to the Tankerhoosen River. Other great sites include the Vernon tunnel that was started in 1846 by Irish immigrants that were stone cutters. The arched architecture is something to behold. There is approximately 18 square miles of territory in the town of Vernon and much of it is water. Babbling brooks, winding streams and pastoral ponds fill the senses.

For scenic and outdoor activities, there is The Mansfield Park, which is 33 acres of woodland, meadows and

foliage. Water sports, hiking and biking are prevelant in this precious park with polished walkways but leaving nature as it is.

Vernon got its name from incorporating into the town of Bolton in 1808. It also contains the former city of Rockville, Talcottville and Dobsonville. With just over 30,000 in this scenic city, Vernonites enjoy the feeling of small town with all the amenities of the big city nearby. Hartford and Springfield Connecticut are under a half hour away, so homeowners can enjoy a short commute to the business districts yet enjoy their Vernon community homes and the breathtaking sites around them.

Vernon sits in The New England’s Knowledge Corridor, which offers many of the finest colleges are in the area, such as Trinity College and the University of Connecticut.

Vernon, Connecticut offers it all for a diversified group of homeowners and their lifestyle.