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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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Carol from Mansfield, MA
“It was fun. My room was very comfortable. The resort had a lot of fun activities.”
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Catherine from Venice, FL
“Comfortable, pleasant, quiet surroundings. We loved it! Everyone we came in contact with contributed to a wonderful weekend! THANK YOU SMUGGS FAMILY! We needed a restful, yet interesting, adventurous weekend. Smuggs did not disappoint!”
Fall Reviews
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Tara from Garden City, NY
“Great vacation with family. Smuggs always feels like a welcoming and warm family centered getaway to us. We always look forward to Smuggs. The environment is warm and welcoming and the staff are friendly, kind, professional. We look forward to visiting again soon!”
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Clicia from Methuen, MA
“Beautiful resort to spend time with the family. Everyone was very friendly. The Unit was super clean and provided all neccesary amenities to make our stay perfect.”
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Diana from Barrington, NH
“Our families had a great time! I traveled with my husband and 5 year old as well as my brother, his wife, and two children (3 & 5). The condo we stayed in was huge! We loved having all the space for the kids. It was nice to have access to the different pools and kid zone with the daycation passes included in the package. The resort is beautiful! We can’t wait to come back in the winter or summer and check out the other amenities and do some skiing. The check-in staff were so nice! I told them we were looking for options to watch football on Sunday during our stay and they quickly researched some good restaurants (kid friendly) for me. The woman that checked me in, I forget her name, was very thorough and didn’t leave any detail out. Great experience!”
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Antoinette from Albany, NY
“We stayed in a 3 bedroom condo at Aspen. The rooms were huge and very well furnished. The kitchen was great with all the appliances and dishes you would need. Bathrooms, towels and amenities were wonderful. A great place to relax and gather with our friends in the large living room and dining area combined. The walk up and down the hill was energizing. Not much was open as the facility was under maintenance. Great views from the deck of the mountains. Definitely would love to return in the Fall to see the colors.”
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Susan from Marstons Mills, MA
“Amazing place. We liked our accommodation very much – spacious, light and well-equipped. The dinner at Hearth and Candle was outstanding!”
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Mark from Thornville, OH
“Given this was our first trip to Smugg’s, it exceeded our expectations in almost every area! Our unit in Mountain Laurels was so cozy and clean, with everything in working order. We cooked dinner in our lodge twice, and had no trouble with the appliances, or locating everything. The bed was as comfortable as ever, and the rooms were spotless. The speakers with the blue ray device were a great way to stream our own music from our phones. We can’t wait to visit Smugg’s again!”
Winter Reviews
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Angela from Longmeadow, MA
“Honestly, the employees were the best part of our trip. Top notch service by everyone we met, including the shuttle service.”
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Stan from Brooklyn, NY
“Ski school staff were all great with both kids and adults. We enjoyed being close to the lifts and the village staying at Liftside. The shuttles were convenient and reliable. The Hanukkah celebration was appreciated. There weren’t any lines for the lifts. The kids loved the ski camps and were able to improve.”
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Istvan from Flemington, NJ
“The shuttle drivers are great! They had lots of awesome information to share and are courteous. The property is well maintained, ski slopes are great, employees friendly and always willing to help.”
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Robert from Massapequa, NY
“Every single employee we interacted with including the lift operators and maintenance staff were kind and professional and seemed to enjoy their jobs.”
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Zoe from New York, NY
“The ski camp was excellent. Our daughter was thrilled with her instructors and moved from beginner to intermediate within days. This was one of our favorite family vacations of all time. From the snow sports to the family fun activities to the incredible instructional staff, each element of the vacation was more than we had imagined.”
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Ralph from Staten Island, NY
“Smuggler’s Notch Resort not only met our expectations, they completely exceeded them. Everything was wonderful. We could not have been happier and will definitely make plans to return as soon as possible.”
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.”
