How to Style a Vintage-Inspired Cheese Board with Local Vermont Finds

Looking to style the perfect cheeseboard with a little vintage charm?

In this post, I take you along on a local adventure through Vermont’s best farmstands, creameries, and shops—from The Vermont Country Store to roadside markets—to gather everything you need to create a beautiful, seasonal cheese board.

Whether you’re entertaining at home or planning a weekend in the mountains, this guide is full of inspiration for styling with local Vermont cheeses, vintage serving pieces, and cozy, four-season charm.

Planning a Vermont Getaway? Don’t Miss These Local Cheese and Vintage Stops

If you’re planning a weekend in Vermont—from the hills of Manchester to the quaint backroads of Arlington—there’s nothing better than exploring the state through its cheeses, country stores, and vintage markets.

Whether you’re coming from New York City or Connecticut, a road trip through Vermont means stops for sharp cheddar samples, maple creamies, charming farm stands, and maybe even a locally brewed beer.

And if you’re like me, no visit is complete without wandering the aisles of The Vermont Country Store, digging through treasures at Norman’s Attic, or timing your trip around Vintage Market Days Vermont or the summer Garlic Festival.

From creameries tucked into the mountains to antique shops filled with one-of-a-kind platters and boards, this is where the inspiration for a vintage-styled Vermont cheeseboard begins—and I’m excited to share some of my favorite stops and styling ideas with you.

Creating a Vintage-Inspired Cheese Board with Vermont Farmstand Finds

After a day of exploring country stores and local creameries, there’s nothing better than heading home and styling a cheese board filled with Vermont flavors. With Dorset maple syrup, Taylor Farm Mustard, Cabbot cheddar, and Maplebrook Farm mozzarella in hand, I pulled together a small charcuterie-style board using my favorite thrifted serving pieces and vintage dishware. Styled on our porch with a mountain view (and Ella waiting patiently, of course), this board is cozy, simple, and full of local character—perfect for entertaining or treating yourself after a day of New England wandering.

My Favorite Vermont Flavors for a Vintage Cheese Board

Inspired by The Vermont Country Store: How to Build a Cheese Board with Vintage Style

One of my favorite stops on this Vermont cheese board adventure is The Vermont Country Store—where, tucked behind the cheese counter, a giant framed chalkboard lays out the simple art of building the perfect cheese board. I snapped a photo of it years ago and still think of it every time I style a board at home. Their formula is timeless:

The Cheese

Start by choosing 3–4 cheeses with different textures and flavors. Try Vermont cheddar, brie, Gruyère, chevre, or a crumbly blue. I love picking up local favorites from Maplebrook Farm, Cabbot, or a roadside farmstand creamery.

The Vehicle

These are your carriers—crackers, oatcakes, baguette slices, or Vermont Common Crackers. Stack or fan them out across your vintage platter in small clusters so they’re easy to grab and look inviting.

The Extras

This is where it gets fun: mustards, maple syrup, pepperoni or summer sausage, olives, pickles, nuts, jam, or even fresh herbs. Use small vintage glassware or thrifted ramekins to hold spreads and dips, and tuck extras into open spaces for a complete, overflowing look.

Don’t Forget the Tools!

Every board needs cheese knives, spreaders, and toothpicks—bonus points if they’re vintage, mismatched, or have a little patina.

With the chalkboard as inspiration and your Vermont finds and vintage pieces in hand, your cheeseboard becomes more than just a snack—it’s a cozy, curated moment that’s perfect for entertaining or enjoying a quiet porch evening.

How to Make a Vermont Cheese Board with Vintage Charm

Now comes the fun part—putting the cheese board together. I styled this one on our porch using a large wooden cutting board paired with a beloved antique blue and white platter that once belonged to my mother. It’s one of my favorite vintage serving pieces, and it makes the perfect backdrop for all the colors and textures of a Vermont-style vintage cheeseboard.

Around the board’s edges, I placed pumpkin pie cookie buttons from The Vermont Country Store, a handful of pumpkin seeds, and their hand-cut cheese of the day—a must whenever I visit.

I used my mother’s sterling silver cheese knives and spoons, along with a wooden vintage bowl filled with apples picked from a neighbor’s tree.

To complement the look, I added amethyst vintage glassware, small antique blue and white bowls from Vintage Market Days Vermont, and a few whimsical ceramic cheese markers shaped like cows and rams to tuck into the wedges.

I fanned the sliced cheeses for a layered look, tucked crackers around the corners, and added sliced apples for a pop of fall flavor. Small bowls held maple candies, pickles, olives, and peanuts, while the entire display came to life with a few mini pumpkins, flickering candles, and a view of the Vermont mountains in the background.

The local cheeses included:

and a Dorset Maple Syrup | Bourbon Aged drizzle.

Pure Soft Maple Sugar Candies from The Vermont Country Store are the perfect sweet finish to your Vermont-style charcuterie board—a classic local treat that melts in your mouth and adds just the right touch of nostalgia and charm.

A couple of other favorites are the Fat Toad Farm Caramel and Taylor Farm’s Honey

Every cheese board tells a story—this one begins with a road trip through Vermont and ends on a vintage platter by candlelight.

To finish, I poured cold apple cider into the amethyst glasses—an easy way to elevate the cozy vibe. It’s a cheeseboard that feels thoughtful, warm, and distinctly Vermont—perfect for a weekend gathering or a simple evening at home.

5 Charcuterie Board Ideas (New England + Vintage Style)

Looking for creative charcuterie board ideas with a cozy New England feel? These five vintage-inspired boards celebrate the flavors of Vermont and beyond, blending local ingredients, seasonal touches, and thrifted styling to help you build a cheese and charcuterie board that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

 1.    Maple + Cheddar Classic

Pair sharp Vermont cheddar with pure maple syrup, maple sugar candies, and rustic crackers. Add a vintage ironstone pitcher with mini breadsticks and a thrifted wood board for a cozy, classic feel.

 2.  Seaside Maine-Inspired Board

Use smoked mussels, herbed goat cheese, and dried cranberries. Serve on a blue-and-white enamel tray with nautical rope accents and vintage glass goblets for a coastal farmhouse vibe.

 3.  Fall Harvest in New England

Feature apples, pumpkin seeds, aged Gouda, and cinnamon nuts. Layer on an antique copper tray with mini pumpkins and vintage linens for that warm, rustic autumn touch.

4.    Apres-Ski Lodge Style

Use smoked meats, Alpine cheeses, spicy mustard, and pickled vegetables. Display everything on a weathered cutting board with ski lodge vibes—add retro ski decor or plaid flannel napkins for atmosphere.

5. Vermont Creamery & Herb Board

Highlight soft cheeses like chevre, honey, rosemary crackers, and fresh herb garnishes. Serve in vintage glass ramekins on a slate board or silver platter for an elegant, farmhouse presentation.

There’s something truly special about styling a cheese board that tells a story—especially when it includes local Vermont finds and vintage treasures collected over time. Whether you’re entertaining on a mountain porch, hosting a cozy weekend gathering, or simply treating yourself to a quiet moment with good cheese and better views, a thoughtfully styled Vermont cheese board with vintage charm adds warmth and personality to any occasion.

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