Trapp Family Lodge

Stowe, Vermont

Virgin rating

Deluxe Room
Tennis Courts, Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, USA
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Deluxe Room
Tennis Courts, Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, USA
Gardens, Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, USA
Spa

The hotel

Remember epic film The Sound of Music about the von Trapp family and their flight from Nazi Europe? Well, this is where they landed, in Stowe, Vermont, on an enchanted farm with sweeping mountain vistas reminiscent of their beloved Austria. Still owned by the von Trapp family, their home is now a striking alpine lodge set in a magnificent outdoor playground. If you’re holidaying in winter you can enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides and there is superb skiing nearby, with the 3-mile trip by snowshoe or cross country skis to the charming Slayton Pasture Cabin for hot chocolate definitely worth the effort in the winter months. In summer, there’s hiking in the mountains, cycling, horse-riding and bird watching. In fact, the list is endless. Accommodation is extremely comfortable with plenty of home-from-home comforts. Splash around in the outdoor pool when the weather’s warm or head indoors to the health centre to swim a few laps. The kids will love spending time in their very own activity centre with fishing trips on the agenda, guided hikes, scavenger hunts and good old fashioned singalongs around the campfire come sundown. Dine in style at the main restaurant, feasting on Vermont and Austrian cuisine, including speciality dish Trapp Wiener Schnitzel. The Lodge also boasts its very own brewery – sample the range whilst listening to Jazz piano.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Golf
  • Horse Riding
  • Tennis
  • Yoga
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Set in 2,500 acres in beautiful Stowe, Vermont. Activities nearby include cross country skiing, snowshoeing, mountain biking, bird watching, horse-drawn carriage rides, hiking and tennis. Driving time from Boston Logan International Airport: 3 hours 15 minutes.

Hotel information

96 rooms and suites in the Austrian style Main Lodge. All with air-conditioning, patio or balcony, satellite TV with pay-per-view films, telephone, tea/coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, and iron and ironing board. 

Deluxe Rooms are 350 sq ft and have mountain views and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Main Dining Room (farm-to-table dining, open for breakfast and dinner). Lounge (serving Austrian specialities and American favourites, open for lunch, dinner, and drinks). Kaffeehaus (bakery and deli). Bierhall (pub-style food and specialty brewed beers). Slayton Pasture Cabin (log-cabin open for lunch and hot drinks throughout the winter).  

Daily activity calendar. Regular live music in the dining room.

Indoor and outdoor (seasonal) swimming pool. Whirlpool. Gym. Sauna. 60 km of private trails for running, hiking, biking, skiing and snowshoeing. Rock climbing wall. Tennis. Pickleball. Range of tours and activities. 18-hole disc golf course. Yoga*. Carriage and sleigh rides*. Massage therapy*. Bicycle rentals*. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Complimentary parking. Laundry service*. Gift shop. On-site shuttle service. 

Good general access for guests who are able to walk short distances and can manage up to six steps. For more information and contact details please check out ourSpecial Assistance page

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A First Visit

May 16, 2024 kbaxcar Orono, Maine

Very nice place to stay; lots of things to see and do. The restaurants in the main lodge and the Bierhall were both excellent, although somewhat highly priced.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Local Vermonters: We LOVED it!

May 16, 2024 Tiffany L

My husband and I took advantage of their "locals" discount in April/May where the prices are discounted for Vermont residents. We stayed one night, but we got there early in the day to take advantage of the tours that are included with the stay. We went out to Ben & Jerry's (buy tickets ahead of time for the 30-minute tour, or just go hang out on… Read more
My husband and I took advantage of their "locals" discount in April/May where the prices are discounted for Vermont residents. We stayed one night, but we got there early in the day to take advantage of the tours that are included with the stay. We went out to Ben & Jerry's (buy tickets ahead of time for the 30-minute tour, or just go hang out on the beautiful property and get a scoop while you walk around). Then we had lunch at the Biergarden. Cheddar Lager soup was divine and very filling. The pretzels were hot and delicious and the beer cheese was on point. The Johannesburger was solid - not the best we've ever had in our whole lives, but you won't be disappointed! 1pm tour of the Sugaring House - Bob was our guide and he was VERY entertaining. The walk was completely doable even though there is some uneven ground and a pretty decent hill. He stopped a lot along the way so you never felt out of breath. Bring a fiver to tip him afterwards (not required, just nice). At 3, we got tea and cookies in the lounge and enjoyed them on the back patio. Then we played Scrabble in the library. Went back to the room and rested for a bit and then got ready for dinner. Went to the main dining room for the chef's tasting menu (available on Tuesdays). It was delicious: Scallop Ceviche, Caesar salad, Beef Medallions (3 pieces each with its own sauce, hashbrowns and carrots on the side), other main dish was Pheasant under glass. Dessert was a chocolate sacher torte (cake) with raspberry couli. I didn't love the dessert but chocolate cake is not my thing. Also, it was HUGE. All the portions were regular sized, not tasting sized. Bed was comfy - LOVED the pillows. We went to the gift shop and got a Trapp Family Lodge Christmas ornament and then went to our 9:30AM tour to meet the cows. OMG DO THIS!! They are beautiful Scottish Highland cows and the history behind how they came to the farm is interesting and our guide Chris Poche ("Poacher") was awesome and entertaining. You are walking with the cows as they are grazing. Then we checked out of our room and we were planning to go on the 1PM Chapel tour, but we decided to head into Stowe for lunch. Main St Cafe has nice sandwiches so we enjoyed the curried chicken salad on a GF bun and roast beef with provolone on wheat with extra horseradish mayo. We walked around a little bit and then drove 10 minutes to Moss Glen Falls. Hit up a local beef farmer (Keith Farms) and got steaks on the "honor system". AMAZING TRIP! Read less
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May 15, 2024 mrdavidshaver

Location and views are spectacular. Staff is always very helpful/accomodating. The onsite dining options are fairly over priced however, particularly the main dining room.
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May 8, 2024 ROGERC616 WEST BLOCTON

I went to lodge for the family history tour. I was not disappointed! The tour leader was very knowledgeable about the history and the family. She gave differences and similarities between movie and real life. She took us to family cemetery. A film with Maria was shown which was also great. At the end, Sam von Trapp one of the grandchildren came… Read more
I went to lodge for the family history tour. I was not disappointed! The tour leader was very knowledgeable about the history and the family. She gave differences and similarities between movie and real life. She took us to family cemetery. A film with Maria was shown which was also great. At the end, Sam von Trapp one of the grandchildren came and spoke to group and answered questions. It was absolutely a great experience. The lodge is beautiful with many family pictures and movie items. Read less
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May 7, 2024 epourcho Birmingham, Michigan

This was a dream come true for me. For 30 years I have wanted to come to the Von Trapp Lodge. I was intrigued by their story. My daughter knew about my dream I loved every minute of my visit.