We went to Santa's Land in Putney, VT today and here is my review.....
Date: 8/25/2008
Parking: Plenty
Gate/Admission: [$$$] Friendly and informative.
Birthday Parties: I saw a 3 hour park rental on their website. No mention of actual birthday parties...
Bathroom: There is only one, but the park is pretty small. It does have a changing table!
Cleanliness: For an older park I was surprised how clean it is. It is in need of minor repair on buildings and maybe a complete sprucing up, but it's clean.
Store: I was also very happy with the variety of food that they sell. They have a concession stand with lunch items. They also have an ice cream / candy / fudge store and a drink cooler in the main building by the parking lot. They sell a variety of drinks (milk, water, juice boxes, etc.) The main building has souvenirs, toys and Christmas ornaments. There is a book and quiet toy building also!
Overall: I was surprised. I have to say the park itself is old and a bit run down, but they have a little bit of everything for the little ones. There is a train ride, a couple of small rides, animals, two playground areas, small buildings that the kids can go into and write letters to Santa or walk through Santa's house. There is a deer feeding/petting area that my son enjoyed. The park was almost empty today. I am not sure if it is always like this, but if felt like it was open only for us! The staff is extremely friendly. The gentleman that runs the train also runs the three other rides so when the train stops he opens the other rides then heads back to the train! I would go here again. Especially at my son's age (he's two). The park is small, but he doesn't mind and there is plenty for him to do and I don't have to worry about him in crowds of people. I would recommend it at least once!
We visited here last yr in July and it was empty then as well. I'm not sure if maybe when winter comes,it is more populated. We were 1 of two families,but the kids still enjoyed it.
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