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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Nov 18, 2024 Voyage647093

We had an amazing weekend celebrating out 25th wedding anniversary! It was our first time in the area and the views were breathtaking. We participated in several events including the sugar maple tour, meet the cows tour and wine tasting, all of which were excellent. A special shout out to two of your wonderful employees: Joe the bartender in the… Read more
We had an amazing weekend celebrating out 25th wedding anniversary! It was our first time in the area and the views were breathtaking. We participated in several events including the sugar maple tour, meet the cows tour and wine tasting, all of which were excellent. A special shout out to two of your wonderful employees: Joe the bartender in the Lounge could not have been nicer and provided top-notch service, and Farmer Poach is an outstanding tour guide and a well of knowledge! We are already looking forward to returning. Read less
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Nov 17, 2024 Pixi M Fairport, New York

The Trapp Family Lodge had all our needs covered. The rooms are comfy with great views of the surrounding fields and hills. They have 4 choices in dining from casual up to more formal, all with great food and service. There are activities scheduled daily, from learning about the forest to meeting the cows and sheep to getting out hiking, biking… Read more
The Trapp Family Lodge had all our needs covered. The rooms are comfy with great views of the surrounding fields and hills. They have 4 choices in dining from casual up to more formal, all with great food and service. There are activities scheduled daily, from learning about the forest to meeting the cows and sheep to getting out hiking, biking or skiing on the resorts trails, and a shuttle service to help you get to it all. Lastly but not least is all the rich history of the von Trapp Family and their legacy. Wonderful place to stay and experience all Vermont has to offer in one shot. Read less
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Nov 8, 2024 75kimberlyu

I loved the Sound of Music which is why I wanted to stay here, but it isn't worth the cost. The room was a long way from the lobby and required two elevators to get there. The room itself was very nice though. We had a wood stove fireplace and they ask you to get assistance to light it which we did. But when she left she left the door to the… Read more
I loved the Sound of Music which is why I wanted to stay here, but it isn't worth the cost. The room was a long way from the lobby and required two elevators to get there. The room itself was very nice though. We had a wood stove fireplace and they ask you to get assistance to light it which we did. But when she left she left the door to the wood stove open. The room began filling up with smoke before we were able to get it shut. One person, Aidan, at the front desk was pretty unfriendly. Not one smile out of him. When we first got there another person gave him something to do so he left us in the middle of checking in to do that until the other employee told him to take care of us first. I wish I got the other gentleman's name because he was always friendly and helpful. In fact, every other employee was friendly and helpful (including the person with the fireplace) and I have no complaints whatsoever there. I do have complaints about the restaurant but I will do a separate review. The hot tub was really nice as were the views from the hotel. Read less
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Nov 8, 2024 moodblu West Valley City, Utah

On our recent tour of New England, we visited the Von Trapp Family Lodge, near Stowe VT. Our tour group was there for about an hour. We found it a quaint and interesting place. We were shown parts of the lodge and told much about the family and its history. There were a number of pictures of the family on the walls inside. We saw a film that was… Read more
On our recent tour of New England, we visited the Von Trapp Family Lodge, near Stowe VT. Our tour group was there for about an hour. We found it a quaint and interesting place. We were shown parts of the lodge and told much about the family and its history. There were a number of pictures of the family on the walls inside. We saw a film that was made when Maria went back during the 1960s to visit the convent and other places in Austria where she had lived. A granddaughter talked to us about her memories of Maria, and some of the historical details that were altered by the filmmakers of The Sound of Music. We were allowed to go out, with a guide, to the burial ground adjacent to the lodge, where Maria and Georg, and many of their children were buried. (Apparently this isn’t included on all tours, and visitors not allowed there without a guide.) All in all, I loved going there, seeing the sights, and hearing all the information. I would recommend to anyone that has an interest in the family and the story. Read less
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Nov 4, 2024 Pamela S

My reservation was impossible to alert with the priceline. Priceline and the Lodge don't communicate and makes your stay and experience very difficult. The reservation stated I would have a whirpool tub and the pictures stated a make larger room than I was given. When I asked about the tub they told me I could take that up with Priceline. Very… Read more
My reservation was impossible to alert with the priceline. Priceline and the Lodge don't communicate and makes your stay and experience very difficult. The reservation stated I would have a whirpool tub and the pictures stated a make larger room than I was given. When I asked about the tub they told me I could take that up with Priceline. Very disappointing Read less