One of the most picturesque historic villages in New England. Situated in the hills and valleys in Central Vermont, it is the site of the floating bridge which spans Sunset Lake.  A popular spot for fishermen and swimmers in the summer; the ice cutting harvest festival is held here in the winter.  Brookfield boasts about having the states oldest continually operating library dating back to 1791.  Visitors will find a number of horse, sheep and dairy farms open to the public and they can stay at Birch Meadows Inn, Green Trails Inn or Allis State Park campground.  Brookfield is a longtime favorite area for cross country skiers, bicyclists, hikers, horseback riding and cart driving.  The townspeople ask visitors to drive slowly so as not to interfere with activities.  While in the area, a visit to the unique Fat Toad Farm and a taste of their Tradition Goat's Milk Caramel is an experience offered in this quaint Vermont village.