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Smugglers’ Notch Resort Guest Reviews: Year-Round Insights
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Real Feedback, Real Experiences
Dive into our guests’ comments from every season! Since the winter of 1987/88, we’ve asked our visitors, “How do you like us?” The feedback from these surveys has been invaluable, helping us to refine and enhance our programs, activities, and amenities. This dedication ensures that Smugglers’ Notch remains your ultimate destination for family fun throughout the year.
In today’s world, where information is just a click away, reviews about Smugglers’ Notch can be found on numerous online platforms. Embracing transparency, we share insights directly from our surveys to provide you with a balanced and candid perspective. This approach allows you to see firsthand why generations of families keep coming back to create lasting memories with us.
Summertime at Smuggs
Experience the warmth of the sun and the joy of endless summer activities in the heart of Vermont’s beautiful Green Mountains.
Whether you’re looking to thrill on our zip lines, chill by our pools, or explore nature’s wonders, our resort offers a diverse range of activities that cater to every age and interest.
Summer Reviews
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David from Louisville, KY
“We had an excellent experience! The facilities were beautiful and very well maintained! We highly recommend and hope to visit again!”
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James from Bealeton, VA
“Very roomy, well-furnished and clean. Staff very helpful and friendly. Summer pools and slides were a hit for entire family. recommend Smuggler’s Notch for Summer vacation and understand very good for Winter.”
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Christopher from Boston, MA
“I loved the community feel and especially the text messages from Smuggs. We visited for a stay and play weekend and from check in felt like we were home away from home. Even the special touches of a cider in our gift bag was really sweet as members of our party had a food allergy. The condo was warm and clean and fit us perfectly. I can’t wait to come back for another stay and play weekend for disc golf next year!”
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Dana from Bradenton, FL
“We had the best time! It was absolutely wonderful! This weekend away was a dream come true! We had an absolutely wonderful time, enjoyed the gorgeous scenery and surroundings, and can’t wait to come back again!”
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Stella from St Augustine, FL
“Smugglers Notch resort was beautiful and spacious. We loved the nature trails at the resort, as well as the hot tub. There are many good hiking trails all around, and plenty of local attractions within an hour drive.”
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Mona from Slippery Rock, PA
“It was wonderful. Great accommodations, beautiful grounds, attentive staff I am in awe at how beautiful resort is. As far as I am concerned I will be coming back again and again. Next time I will take greater Advantage of the walking paths.”
Fall Reviews
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Christine from Columbus, OH
“Fantastic! Room was beautiful, staff was helpful, food on site was wonderful! I don’t remember any of the names but EVERYONE was helpful, friendly, and welcoming. My meal at Hearth and Candle was fantastic!! I wish I wouldn’t have waited until the last night to go! Next time i will go more than once!”
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John from Kendall Park, NJ
“We loved the whole experience, The room was very nicely set up, and clean. it had everything you would need for an enjoyable stay. Lots of things to do for both kids and adults. We have and will continue to tell are friends and family about our stay and will highly recommend this resort. The whole staff, starting with the security guard that welcomed us in when we arrived at about 2:30 AM to the staff the next morning when I finished checking in to the people working in the Fun Zone for my grandkids to the people at the restaurants were very helpful. The location was great and just what we hoped for, easy to find and a very nice resort. Have already told family and some friends how great a stay we had.”
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Sherry from Lake Mary, FL
“We had a wonderful time at Smugglers’ Notch. Our entire family came in for my niece’s wedding. We felt really welcomed and the resort was gorgeous, an especially beautiful time of year although a little nippy for a TN/FL girl. We had a great time!”
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Kelsey from Oakmont, PA
“Lovely – Quiet Place (minus our last night) with nice accommodations. We didn’t have any issues, and it was a nice and lovely cute little apartment for us for our stay at Stowe/Smugglers Notch. My husband is a very avid disc golfer, So we enjoyed the courses on the resort and was the main reason for staying on property”
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Virginia from Lebanon, PA
“I love Smugglers’ Notch. Everyone I have brought with me on vacation have loved it also. We don’t use any of the activities but the rooms have always been clean and very homey. We enjoy the General Store and all the different things it offers. The landscaping is always perfect and the views of the stunningly beautiful surrounding area is worth everything. Plus, we enjoy Jeffersonville and the fabulous drive through the Notch.”
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Dale from Discovery Bay, CA
“Most enjoyable, stunning foliage and memorable. The Hearth & Candle was a delightful experience. We ate several times and found the food exceptional. Hats off to the staff for accommodating our handicapped member. Great food! Fabulous service! We thoroughly enjoyed the quiet off-season and the spectacular scenery. We couldn’t have picked a better week. Thanks for all the memories and pictures. It was our first time in Vermont, and we took away a wonderful experience that exceeded all expectations.”
Winter Reviews
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Adam from Saddle Brook, NJ
“Great family resort, providing many reasons for our family and friends to come back every year, for several years! Thank you again to the Smugglers’ Notch Team!”
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Melinda from Centreville, VA
“We had a really great time. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. We really love the atmosphere at Smuggs, the chill lifts and the delicious food at the grille.”
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Harry from Upper Saddle River, NJ
“Love Smuggs since the day our friends invited us up to ski there. Our kids grew up skiing there and they love the challenging terrain (when snow permits, of course.) Also love vacationing there in the summer. Hiking, biking, rafting…lots of things for young and old!”
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Nicole from Mont Vernon, NH
“Thanks for allowing us to experience a fabulous vacation, to slow down and spend quality time as a family.”
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Keenen from Pelham, AL
“It was beyond fabulous. I felt like I was living a Hallmark movie. This was my daughter and I, 1st Mother and daughter trip. And you all definitely pulled out the Red Carpet. I appreciate everyone for treating us so well. Much love and Happy Holidays to EVERYONE I had the pleasure of coming in contact with whether via phone or in person. My daughter and I had the best time ever.. thanks to the entire staff”
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Kevin from Clayton, NC
“Fantastic!! This was our first trip to Smuggs, our 1st ski vacation as a family, and our 1st trip to the beautiful state of Vermont. We had a great time and would absolutely consider a return visit.”
Spring Reviews
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Audra from Bourne, MA
“Excellent! We picked a week where everything slows down and not much was open or in full swing. While other people may not share on our delight it was just what we needed. Our needs were met by resort staff moving our room to a bottom floor due to mobility issues. Overall a wonderful stay and we would love to come back and do some of the resort offerings when available. This was another bonus to focus on the surroundings and absorb the streams and trails nearby.”