Brian’s Vermont Guidebook
On-Site Dining at Smugglers' Notch Resort
**PLEASE NOTE: On-Site dining is closed until June 11, as it is shoulder season**
Smugglers' Notch has great on-site shopping and dining options, so you don't need to venture far for the essentials or a great meal. These places are a 3 minute drive from the condo, or take the free shuttle! You can also walk to any of these eateries in the summer or fall.
Casual family setting, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails. They have an expansive menu – try the maple-glazed ribs! Take out available. Reservations are accepted, but not required.
Morse Mountain Grille
36 Morse DriveCasual family setting, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails. They have an expansive menu – try the maple-glazed ribs! Take out available. Reservations are accepted, but not required.
Nicest restaurant on the resort. Complete dinner menu featuring steaks, chicken, fresh fish and seafood, plus serving local organically grown vegetables and salads, and of course a delicious selection of homemade desserts. Reservations recommended. Dinner only. They will also deliver to the condo.
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Hearth & Candle
60 Morse DrNicest restaurant on the resort. Complete dinner menu featuring steaks, chicken, fresh fish and seafood, plus serving local organically grown vegetables and salads, and of course a delicious selection of homemade desserts. Reservations recommended. Dinner only. They will also deliver to the condo.
Ben & Jerry's
24 Morse DrNo description needed!
Dining in Jeffersonville
Jeffersonville is a small town with quite a few restaurants. Many are located 5-15 minutes from the condo.
Located 10-15 mins away in Jeffersonville at the historic Smugglers’ Notch Inn. General pub fare. They serve wide variety of choices to meet everyone's taste! Great appetizers, homemade soups, salads. Don’t miss the nightly specials board – terrific drinks – ask what the drink special is. Call Geoff, the owner, to make a reservation at 802-644-6371. Take out available.
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Village Tavern
55 Church StLocated 10-15 mins away in Jeffersonville at the historic Smugglers’ Notch Inn. General pub fare. They serve wide variety of choices to meet everyone's taste! Great appetizers, homemade soups, salads. Don’t miss the nightly specials board – terrific drinks – ask what the drink special is. Call Geoff, the owner, to make a reservation at 802-644-6371. Take out available.
Located 7-10 mins from the condo just down Route 108. Dining in a historic building – general pub fare. Make a reservation. Take out available.
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Martell's at the Red Fox
87 Edwards RdLocated 7-10 mins from the condo just down Route 108. Dining in a historic building – general pub fare. Make a reservation. Take out available.
https://158main.com/
This restaurant is a MUST! They are only open from 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. for breakfast/brunch. Located 10-15 mins away in Jeffersonville. Everything is great but the Farmer’s Breakfast is a favorite. Make a reservation. Take out available.
158 S Vermont 108
158 South Vermont 108https://158main.com/
This restaurant is a MUST! They are only open from 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. for breakfast/brunch. Located 10-15 mins away in Jeffersonville. Everything is great but the Farmer’s Breakfast is a favorite. Make a reservation. Take out available.
another MUST! Located 5 minutes from the condo, and open for breakfast and lunch. They also supply bread for many of the local restaurants. Their baked goods are some of the best I’ve had; they are probably some of the best in the state – I love the muffins, scones and biscuits. The only downside is there is no indoor seating, so you will need to take the food back to the condo or eat in the car if you are headed out and about.
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Two Sons Bakehouse
4008 VT-108another MUST! Located 5 minutes from the condo, and open for breakfast and lunch. They also supply bread for many of the local restaurants. Their baked goods are some of the best I’ve had; they are probably some of the best in the state – I love the muffins, scones and biscuits. The only downside is there is no indoor seating, so you will need to take the food back to the condo or eat in the car if you are headed out and about.
Located 5 mins from the condo, serving beers, BBQ and burgers. Kid-friendly. Make a reservation. Take out available.
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Brewster River Pub
4087 Vermont 108Located 5 mins from the condo, serving beers, BBQ and burgers. Kid-friendly. Make a reservation. Take out available.
Take out only. It is located 10-15 mins away in the Citgo gas station in Jeffersonville. But do not be fooled by it being in a gas station, as they have some of the best sandwiches, baked goods and donuts in the state. In fact, they were recently selected as “best take out” in the state of Vermont: https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/44s-finest/44s-finest-best-take-out-cupboard-deli-and-bakery/
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The Cupboard Deli
4837 VT-15Take out only. It is located 10-15 mins away in the Citgo gas station in Jeffersonville. But do not be fooled by it being in a gas station, as they have some of the best sandwiches, baked goods and donuts in the state. In fact, they were recently selected as “best take out” in the state of Vermont: https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/44s-finest/44s-finest-best-take-out-cupboard-deli-and-bakery/
Subway
221 Lower Main St WIf you are really craving it!
The hometown grocer carries local, organic produce, meats and baked goods, while the in-house kitchen preps take-away items such as roasted tomato bisque and Moroccan chickpea salad. They have great coffee too!
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The Farm Store
168 S Vermont 108The hometown grocer carries local, organic produce, meats and baked goods, while the in-house kitchen preps take-away items such as roasted tomato bisque and Moroccan chickpea salad. They have great coffee too!
Dining in Stowe
Stowe is a famous ski town.
During the Summer and Fall months, it is only a 15-20 minute drive away through the famous Smugglers' Notch pass. However, during the winter the pass is closed, and you must "go around" as the locals say, making it a 45 minute-1 hour drive.
Stowe is home to some of Vermont's restaurants - my favorites are below.
My favorite – a MUST!
A slice of Italy in Stowe – it rivals Italian food in any of the major cities. It is the type of place, where the owner is walking around making sure everything is to your liking. You will feel like family.
They import the bread in fresh multiple times a week from a bakery in NYC. Everything is good – my favorites are the Carbonara and Chicken Parm. Save room for dessert, you will not regret it! | Make a reservation.
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Trattoria La Festa
4080 Mountain RdMy favorite – a MUST!
A slice of Italy in Stowe – it rivals Italian food in any of the major cities. It is the type of place, where the owner is walking around making sure everything is to your liking. You will feel like family.
They import the bread in fresh multiple times a week from a bakery in NYC. Everything is good – my favorites are the Carbonara and Chicken Parm. Save room for dessert, you will not regret it! | Make a reservation.
The Whip Bar & Grill at the Green Mountain Inn.
Casual new England dining – steaks, seafood, burgers and sandwiches. Make a reservation.
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Green Mountain Inn
18 Main StThe Whip Bar & Grill at the Green Mountain Inn.
Casual new England dining – steaks, seafood, burgers and sandwiches. Make a reservation.
Located on the grounds of Trapp Family Lodge, is the von Trapp Brewing Bierhall Restaurant. The famous von Trapps settled in Stowe after the immigrated to the U.S. from Austria, and the hotel & restaurant is owned by their descendents. Enjoy freshly prepared Austrian lunch and dinner selections, with local Von Trapp beer that is brewed in the brewery next door – the Maple Rachbier is great. Make a reservation through Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/von-trapp-brewing-bierhall-restaurant-stowe-2
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von Trapp Brewing
1333 Luce Hill RdLocated on the grounds of Trapp Family Lodge, is the von Trapp Brewing Bierhall Restaurant. The famous von Trapps settled in Stowe after the immigrated to the U.S. from Austria, and the hotel & restaurant is owned by their descendents. Enjoy freshly prepared Austrian lunch and dinner selections, with local Von Trapp beer that is brewed in the brewery next door – the Maple Rachbier is great. Make a reservation through Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/von-trapp-brewing-bierhall-restaurant-stowe-2
Asian & hibachi restaurant. They have hibachi tables where they cook the food in front of you - the kids will love it! Great sushi.
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Sushi Yoshi
1128 Mountain RdAsian & hibachi restaurant. They have hibachi tables where they cook the food in front of you - the kids will love it! Great sushi.
Great stop for breakfast or lunch after some time on the bike path.
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Café on Main
38 Main StGreat stop for breakfast or lunch after some time on the bike path.
Piecasso
1899 Mountain RdBest pizza in Vermont!
Doc Ponds
294 Mountain RdRustic bar & grill serving wood-fired pizzas, burgers & smoked wings & many draft beer options.
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The Bench
492 Mountain RdRustic bar & grill serving wood-fired pizzas, burgers & smoked wings & many draft beer options.
It was rated one of Yelp's top breakfast places in the U.S. in 2019.
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Butlers Pantry
128 Main StIt was rated one of Yelp's top breakfast places in the U.S. in 2019.
Ten Acres Lodge
14 Barrows RdMatterhorn Restaurant
4969 Mountain RdBlack Diamond BBQ
639 Morristown Corners RdLocated in Morrisville, VT
Lost Nation Brewing
87 Creamery RdLocated in Morrisville, VT.
Café on Main
38 Main StGreat breakfast or lunch before or after the bike path!
Things To Do
The "notch" as locals call it, separates Mount Mansfield, the highest peak of the Green Mountains, from Spruce Peak and the Sterling Range. When there is not snow on the ground, you can drive on Route 108 through Smugglers' Notch, which is one of the most beautiful (and thrilling!) drives in the state. There are multiple places to pull over, take photos and explore the many trails.
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Smugglers Notch State Park
6443 Mountain RdThe "notch" as locals call it, separates Mount Mansfield, the highest peak of the Green Mountains, from Spruce Peak and the Sterling Range. When there is not snow on the ground, you can drive on Route 108 through Smugglers' Notch, which is one of the most beautiful (and thrilling!) drives in the state. There are multiple places to pull over, take photos and explore the many trails.
Vermont Canoe and Kayak
4805 VT-15Nothing beats a paddle down the Lamoille River!
The Lamoille Valley Rail Trail is a historic treasure extending across some of Northern Vermont’s most beautiful landscapes. The 93-mile trail spans the breadth of Northern Vermont from the Connecticut River Valley to within two miles of Lake Champlain.
This trail is mainly flat, and is great for walking, running and biking, with breathtaking views along the way. You can access the trail in Jeffersonville.
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Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
The Lamoille Valley Rail Trail is a historic treasure extending across some of Northern Vermont’s most beautiful landscapes. The 93-mile trail spans the breadth of Northern Vermont from the Connecticut River Valley to within two miles of Lake Champlain.
This trail is mainly flat, and is great for walking, running and biking, with breathtaking views along the way. You can access the trail in Jeffersonville.
This store offers the largest selection of Maple Products, Vermont Specialty Foods, Brown & Jenkins Gourmet Coffee, Crafts & Gift ideas in the area! Visit to see our complete line of maple products made on-site including our Maple Syrup, Maple Cream and Maple Candy.
You can also visit the year-round on-site Sugar House and see how the Maple Syrup is made or come watch our observation bee hive and catch the bees in action.
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Vermont Maple Outlet
3929 VT-15This store offers the largest selection of Maple Products, Vermont Specialty Foods, Brown & Jenkins Gourmet Coffee, Crafts & Gift ideas in the area! Visit to see our complete line of maple products made on-site including our Maple Syrup, Maple Cream and Maple Candy.
You can also visit the year-round on-site Sugar House and see how the Maple Syrup is made or come watch our observation bee hive and catch the bees in action.
A 40 foot cascading waterfall and deep gorges and pools near Stowe. Swimming is allowed, but be careful!
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Bingham Falls
A 40 foot cascading waterfall and deep gorges and pools near Stowe. Swimming is allowed, but be careful!
The internationally recognized Stowe Recreation Path (or “rec path”) is a perennial favorite among visitors and local residents. This 5.3-mile paved public path is free to use and easy to access. It starts in the historic Stowe Village and ends at a beautiful covered bridge.
Great for biking, running, walking. Bike rentals available at AJs in Stowe.
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Stowe Recreation Path
Stowe Recreation PathThe internationally recognized Stowe Recreation Path (or “rec path”) is a perennial favorite among visitors and local residents. This 5.3-mile paved public path is free to use and easy to access. It starts in the historic Stowe Village and ends at a beautiful covered bridge.
Great for biking, running, walking. Bike rentals available at AJs in Stowe.
Best spa facilities in the area! Treat yourself to a day at the spa or a massage!
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Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa
1746 Mountain RdBest spa facilities in the area! Treat yourself to a day at the spa or a massage!
Burlington, VT day-trip.
Burlington is Vermont's largest city by population, located on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain, south of the Canadian border. Downtown, shops and restaurants line pedestrianized Church Street Marketplace, which is a must-visit.
This is about a 45 minute-1 hour drive away from the condo - it's a great day trip!
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Church Street Marketplace station
Burlington, VT day-trip.
Burlington is Vermont's largest city by population, located on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain, south of the Canadian border. Downtown, shops and restaurants line pedestrianized Church Street Marketplace, which is a must-visit.
This is about a 45 minute-1 hour drive away from the condo - it's a great day trip!
Vermont is home to some stunning lakes, including Lake Eden, named after a town with the same name.
There is a public beach located at 5054 VT-100, Eden, VT 05652.
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Lake Eden
Vermont is home to some stunning lakes, including Lake Eden, named after a town with the same name.
There is a public beach located at 5054 VT-100, Eden, VT 05652.
Lake Elmore
Another beautiful lake with beach access!
Vermont's largest indoor water park, boasting tall waterslides, kids’ pools, hot tubs & a lazy river, plus an arcade & snack bar.
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Pump House Indoor Waterpark
830 Jay Peak RdVermont's largest indoor water park, boasting tall waterslides, kids’ pools, hot tubs & a lazy river, plus an arcade & snack bar.
Shelburne Museum is a museum of art, design, and Americana near Burlington. Over 150,000 works are exhibited in 39 exhibition buildings, 25 of which are historic and were relocated to the museum grounds.
It is located on 45 beautiful acres near Lake Champlain. Fantastic day trip!
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Shelburne Museum
Shelburne MuseumShelburne Museum is a museum of art, design, and Americana near Burlington. Over 150,000 works are exhibited in 39 exhibition buildings, 25 of which are historic and were relocated to the museum grounds.
It is located on 45 beautiful acres near Lake Champlain. Fantastic day trip!
Lajoie Stables
984 Pollander RdHorseback riding
Explore the shops and eateries on Main Street in Stowe, and grab a photo in front of the famous church.
Main Street
Main StreetExplore the shops and eateries on Main Street in Stowe, and grab a photo in front of the famous church.
Hikes
Mount Mansfield is the highest peak in the state of Vermont. There are multiple trails to the top, and if you don't want to hike, you can also take the gondola or toll road up from Stowe. Note: This is a strenuous hike for those in good shape!
https://goeast.ems.com/alpha-guide-mount-mansfield/
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Mount Mansfield
Mount Mansfield is the highest peak in the state of Vermont. There are multiple trails to the top, and if you don't want to hike, you can also take the gondola or toll road up from Stowe. Note: This is a strenuous hike for those in good shape!
https://goeast.ems.com/alpha-guide-mount-mansfield/
This 2.6-mile round-trip trail climbs roughly 460 feet to a spectacular outcropping with views of the Lamoille River and the Sterling Range. The trail begins along the Long Trail, crossing an awesome suspension bridge over the Lamoille River near Ithiel Falls.
It's a great half-day hike for beginners.
https://www.outdoorproject.com/united-states/vermont/prospect-rock
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Prospect Rock
This 2.6-mile round-trip trail climbs roughly 460 feet to a spectacular outcropping with views of the Lamoille River and the Sterling Range. The trail begins along the Long Trail, crossing an awesome suspension bridge over the Lamoille River near Ithiel Falls.
It's a great half-day hike for beginners.
https://www.outdoorproject.com/united-states/vermont/prospect-rock
2.3 mile roundtrip hike to the highest trout pond in the state. It is short, but straight uphill!
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/vermont/sterling-pond-trail
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Sterling Pond Trail
6443 Mountain Rd2.3 mile roundtrip hike to the highest trout pond in the state. It is short, but straight uphill!
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/vermont/sterling-pond-trail
Stowe Pinnacle Trail is a 3.7 mile out and back trail. Great views of Stowe from the top.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/vermont/stowe-pinnacle-trail
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Stowe Pinnacle Overlook
Stowe Pinnacle Trail is a 3.7 mile out and back trail. Great views of Stowe from the top.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/vermont/stowe-pinnacle-trail
My favorite! Give me a call because I need to explain the hiking route to you in person as it's a bit complicated to follow, but worth it. This is off the beaten path with amazing views.
Madonna Peak
My favorite! Give me a call because I need to explain the hiking route to you in person as it's a bit complicated to follow, but worth it. This is off the beaten path with amazing views.
Great easy hiking trails surrounding the condo. Give me a call and I'll tell you my favorite route!
https://www.smuggs.com/pages/pdf/maps/SNR_FULLHike+bike_map_s19.pdf
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Smugglers' Notch Resort
4323 VT-108Great easy hiking trails surrounding the condo. Give me a call and I'll tell you my favorite route!
https://www.smuggs.com/pages/pdf/maps/SNR_FULLHike+bike_map_s19.pdf
Nice and easy hike past a beautiful beaver pond. Intersects with the Vermont Long Trail. There are trailheads in both Stowe and Underhill.
Nebraska Notch Trail Head
Nice and easy hike past a beautiful beaver pond. Intersects with the Vermont Long Trail. There are trailheads in both Stowe and Underhill.
Mountain Biking
You don't have to go far for great mountain biking trails surrounding the condo!
https://www.smuggs.com/pages/pdf/maps/MTB_map_s17.pdf
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Smugglers' Notch Resort
4323 VT-108You don't have to go far for great mountain biking trails surrounding the condo!
https://www.smuggs.com/pages/pdf/maps/MTB_map_s17.pdf
The Cady Hill Forest is Stowe Trails Partnership’s flagship trail network; its diverse terrain, great views, easy access from town and the Stowe Rec Path, and trails that cater to just about any level of rider make it one of the most ridden trail networks in the northeast. Since 2012, Stowe Trails Partnership has constructed almost five miles of fresh single-track in Cady Hill, and has rerouted and rebuilt many smaller sections of trail to modern standards. Cady Hill’s signature trail Florence, built by Sustainable Trailworks, has been named best flow trail by MTBVT.com readers three years running.
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Cady Hill
The Cady Hill Forest is Stowe Trails Partnership’s flagship trail network; its diverse terrain, great views, easy access from town and the Stowe Rec Path, and trails that cater to just about any level of rider make it one of the most ridden trail networks in the northeast. Since 2012, Stowe Trails Partnership has constructed almost five miles of fresh single-track in Cady Hill, and has rerouted and rebuilt many smaller sections of trail to modern standards. Cady Hill’s signature trail Florence, built by Sustainable Trailworks, has been named best flow trail by MTBVT.com readers three years running.
Sunny Hollow Trails
Hercules DriveSkiing/Snowboarding
Skiing & snowboarding minutes away from your front door.
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Smugglers' Notch Resort
4323 VT-108Skiing & snowboarding minutes away from your front door.
Stowe Mountain Resort
5781 Mountain RoadAnother skiing & snowboarding option.
Jay Peak Resort
830 Jay Peak RdAnother skiing & snowboarding option.