![]() Maintenance was clearly low on their list of priorities. The walls were scarred, and paint peeled from every corner of the bathroom walls and ceiling. The elevator smelled of noxious fumes, like an outhouse, and it permeated the 2nd floor where we stayed. My wife and I were greeted by friendly staff, checked in, and went to to our room. I walked in unaware and was initially surprised by the cost per night, but figured it must be worth it or maybe this was the best Stowe had to offer. most fitness classes, $15.Having stayed in many world class facilities, I can promise you that this hotel is not one of them. The Spa at Topnotch (beauty salon, body treatments, classes): 80 spa baths included with treatments or $25 for hotel guests, $50 for non-guests 80-minute Swedish massage costs $155, Mon.-Thurs., incl. Rates: Including shuttle (to skiing and most local venues), indoor-outdoor pools with steam, sauna, whirlpools, fitness centre, baby gear, electronic game room, lawn games, firepits, pet amenities, morning stretch class. two- and three-bedroom townhouses, $750-$1,000 for four to eight people. Price: Rates fluctuate, but rooms and suites cost approximately $275-$325 U.S., on Sun.-Thurs., or $325-$375 on Fri.-Sat. Topnotch is a Gemstone resort, which also runs The Essex near Burlington, Vt., and BeachWalk Resort, a new condo-hotel in Hallendale, Fla. The Stowe Recreation Path, a picturesque, meandering trail for cyclists and strollers, starts at Topnotch and winds up about eight kilometres away in the heart of the historic village. Guests can hop a hotel van to take a foodie or brewery tour or head to the Stowe Mountain Resort for zip-lining, the Alpine Slide, golf, hiking, the Gondola Skyride or the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center. With modern rustic decor, The Roost is a darling of locals for après-everything because of its Industry night on Mondays, the large-screen TVs tuned to sports and live music on weekends. Poolside lunches include a BLT summer roll, barbecue pork flatbread and the classic grilled salmon salad.Īt The Roost, fine cheeses and artisan charcuterie rule, along with comfort dishes such as pork-belly tacos and homemade veggie burgers. Among dinner highlights at Flannel are crab cakes with yuzu aioli, chilled asparagus soup, scallops with Udon noodles and yakitori sauce and the juicy rib-eye steak. Plus, Topnotch has a best-rate guarantee.Ī member of the Vermont Fresh Network and Vermont Cheese Council, Topnotch’s hotel is a cut above. ![]() There is a fourth night free with the Linger Longer package and additional weekday nights start at $250, at certain times. The Play Your Way tennis deal starts at $300 p.p, per night, for a two-night stay, and includes breakfast, some court time and savings on Adidas apparel. p.p., per night, for a two-night stay, and includes a $100 resort credit. The Boys Will Be Boys “man-cation” starts at about $279 U.S. ![]() Or, you can chill with such unique programs as the Zen Master, which includes meditation, tai chi, spa treatments, forest walking and healthy gourmet meals. The gourmet meal-for-a steal costs $45 on Mondays and Tuesdays $10 beer tasting on Tuesdays $10 burger-and-beer on Wednesdays patio hors d’oeuvres on Thursdays live music on Fridays and Saturdays brunch on Sundays with a $10 Bloody Mary bar. Spa Newbies pampers the under-16 crowd with mani-pedis and facials, and the Junior Tennis Academy trains future champions.įor grown-ups, Topnotch has a happening every night at either The Roost or Flannel. The kids’ program is tailored to two age groups, five-and-over or six-to-14, and features nature walks, horseback riding and how-to sessions in hair braiding, nutrition or art. “But we also have exceptional facilities for children, and a fun new activity calendar with supervision, so parents can have free time for the pool or spa.” We have romance, Vermont-inspired gastronomy and tranquility, if you want it. “With fine food, deluxe rooms, an adults-only pool and a comprehensive spa program with 30 treatment rooms, the resort is a sophisticated destination, an attractive retreat for adults and honeymoon heaven. “Our goal is to balance life for both couples and families,” said Topnotch’s general manager Bob Sassani. Article content One of the three swimming pools at Topnotch Resort at Stowe, Vt., is reserved for adults.
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