Brookfield, Vermont, is a rural community nestled between Randolph and Northfield, characterized by its expansive farms and forests. Residents enjoy a close-knit atmosphere, where neighbors readily assist each other while valuing their personal space and tranquility. The town's most notable feature is Sunset Lake, home to the historic Brookfield Floating Bridge, which attracts visitors for swimming, fishing, and kayaking during warmer months. Allis State Park, Vermont’s second state park, offers camping, hiking trails, and a fire tower with panoramic mountain views. Brookfield’s housing includes historic Colonials, farmhouses, and Cape Cods, often with extensive acreage and outbuildings like barns and horse stables. The town center, located by Sunset Lake, features a library, historic town hall, post office, and the Congregational Church of Brookfield. The Green Trails Inn is set to reopen in summer 2025, introducing the Pond Village Pub as the town’s sole restaurant. For essentials, residents frequent local farm stands, while larger shopping trips require a drive to Randolph, 11 miles south, or Northfield, 10 miles north. Brookfield Elementary School serves prekindergarten through sixth grade, and high schoolers benefit from Vermont’s school choice program. Access to Interstate 89 and proximity to Gifford Medical Center, 12 miles away, ensure connectivity and healthcare. Seasonal challenges include heavy rains causing potential flooding and “mud season” in spring. The annual Brookfield Ice Harvest and Mid-Winter Fest, along with the fall Chicken Pie Supper, are popular local events.
