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Welcome to WinterShare at Smuggs

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Discover WinterShare: Own half the winter!

WinterShare allows you to enjoy 14 weeks of vacation each year in a beautifully appointed 1-, 2-, or 3-bedroom mountainside home. With ski-in/ski-out convenience and breathtaking views, these vacation homes offer the perfect getaway—featuring seven weeks of Vermont winter fun and seven additional weeks during the scenic spring and fall. WinterShare is available at Willows and Mountain Laurels at Highlands Hill.

Our WinterShare Owners love this unique style of deeded vacation ownership. They appreciate the seamless blend of comfort, convenience, and Resort amenities and the warm welcome they receive as part of the Smugglers’ family. Most importantly, they value uninterrupted quality time with their loved ones. Since schedules can be unpredictable, they rely on the flexibility and hassle-free nature of WinterShare to make the most of their time together.

And when life gets busy, WinterShare offers even more value—Owners can take advantage of Smugglers’ Notch’s rental program, turning unused weeks into rental income. Whether you’re here making memories or earning extra from your vacation home, WinterShare is designed to fit your lifestyle.

Advantages and Benefits of WinterShare!

There are unique benefits to WinterShare

The Perks of WinterShare Ownership

WinterShare offers exclusive perks to all Owners who take advantage of the Smuggs rental program. WinterShare offers exclusive benefits year-round, including summer access to pools, waterslides, tennis, and award-winning family programs, plus winter perks like ice skating, tube sliding, and discounted lift tickets through the Weekday Pass Program. Owners can rent similar homes at a discount when their unit is booked and have the option to earn rental income through Smugglers’ full-service program. Plus, with RCI membership, Owners can exchange weeks for stays at nearly 4,000 resorts worldwide. With flexible ownership and seamless property management, WinterShare makes vacationing easy and rewarding.

Enjoy access to the same fantastic facilities and programs available to our renting guests this summer! Highlights include tennis, pools, miniature golf, waterslides, award-winning children’s programs, and family entertainment.

Enjoy all the winter magic Smugglers’ has to offer! Highlights include outdoor ice skating, tube sliding, FunZone 2.0 Ozone, and evening family entertainment.

Enjoy exclusive perks with our Winter Membership in the Weekday Pass Program for a nominal fee. This entitles your immediate family members to purchase our unique, discounted pass that offers free lift tickets midweek and 50% off lift tickets and cross-country trail passes on weekends and holiday periods. Participation in this program also includes ski and snowboard group lessons and equipment rental at reduced prices.

You can rent another or similar home at a significant discount as a Homeowner. If you wish to return to Smugglers’ and your home is unavailable due to rental, you can secure another available home by paying the homeowner lodging portion and the housekeeping fee. This program offers true flexibility, ensuring you and your family can enjoy a seamless and cost-effective return to the resort whenever you choose.

As a homeowner, you’ll enjoy a range of special perks designed to enhance your experience at Smugglers’. These include Village Club credit card privileges, access to childcare services, and discounts on all regularly priced merchandise at the Sport Shop. These exclusive benefits are another way we make ownership at Smugglers’ truly rewarding.

Our voluntary rental program offers Homeowners exclusive benefits, the potential for rental income, and the convenience of having Smugglers’ as your trusted rental agent. By signing the Village Club Membership Agreement, you can access our streamlined rental process, with proceeds (minus commission and fees) remitted quarterly.

Our rental commission covers everything from preparing your home for guests to promoting Smugglers’ as a premier destination. Services include thorough cleaning, fresh linens and towels on request, guest services, reservations, administrative support, travel agent fees, and access to Resort facilities and programs. A current rate listing showing gross rental rates for condominiums is available for your review.

Smugglers’ Notch provides extensive property management services through your property management fee as part of your ownership. These services include snowplowing and road maintenance, rubbish collection, recycling, meter reading, and grounds care. Additionally, we handle wastewater treatment, fire department support with on-site hydrants, and maintenance of the Village sewage system.

Housekeeping services are also available, including cleaning after your personal usage weeks. This service and any linens and supplies are billed hourly and reflected on your quarterly statement. Extra linens and supplies can be obtained during your stay for a nominal fee, ensuring a hassle-free experience.

As a Smugglers’ Owner, you gain membership in Resort Condominiums International (RCI), opening the door to a world of travel opportunities. This membership allows you to exchange your vacation weeks for stays at nearly 5,160 luxury resorts across the globe, providing unparalleled flexibility and adventure for your family.

	Option A	Option B
Fixed Weeks	2 weeks: Early to Mid-January 4 weeks: February 1 week: Late March	2 weeks: Late January 3 weeks: Early to Late March 2 weeks: Late December Holiday
Float Weeks	7 weeks: Spring & Fall	7 weeks: Spring & Fall

Each WinterShare Owner has a separate deeded interest and annual use of the periods above based on the option purchased.