Summer Is So Much Better At This Riverside Restaurant In Vermont Where You Can Swim And Dine

On a hot summer day, there's nothing quite like stopping at a seasonal roadside eatery for a bite to eat and a refreshing ice cream cone. But at this riverside restaurant in Vermont, it gets even better! Stop for a meal and you may not want to leave because, at the White Cottage Snack Bar, you can swim and dine!

Located in Woodstock, the White Cottage Snack Bar has been a local tradition since 1957. More than just a traditional dairy bar, this seasonal spot is a sought-out destination during the summer.

The popular eatery is perched on the bank of the Ottauquechee River. Dine with a view and take a dip afterward!

Choose from a scrumptious selection of burgers, sandwiches, salads, and sides. Every item is cooked fresh to order and the proof is in the taste.

On the seafood spectrum, discover your favorite fried favorites like clam strips, scallops, and fish and chips. Pair one with their famous onion rings and you have summertime on a plate.

There are plenty of outdoor tables and even shaded gliders to enjoy your meal with fantastic river views.

For dessert, you can indulge in an ice cream cone, sundae, float, or milkshake. With 30 flavors to choose from, you'll have a hard time narrowing down the choices.

After your meal, head down to the river for a swim. The calm waters and big rocks to perch on make this a stellar splashing spot for kids.

Bring the suits, towels, and sunscreen and jump on in. There's no better place to spend a hot summer afternoon.

This riverside eatery belongs at the top of your bucket list this summer. Bring the whole family to dine and swim.

White Cottage is open at 11 a.m. early May - Columbus Day. During July and August, they stay open until 10 p.m. during the rest of the season call (802) 457-3455 for closing time. Learn more by visiting their website or facebook page. Address: 863 W. Woodstock Road, Woodstock, VT 05091.

Have you ever visited this riverside restaurant? For even more fun seasonal roadside stands, check out this list of yummy Vermont eateries.