East Coast Ski Extravaganza in Vermont
(trip #690)4 days in Killington, VT ($$$) — Just a few hours drive from both New York and Boston, Vermont is home to an easily accessible winter wonderland. It is THE place for skiers in the East and makes for an easy mountain getaway that rivals anything you'd find in the Western Rockies. Use a private and cozy renovated farmhouse as your basecamp while your group explores the area's most renown ski areas: Killington, Sugarbush, and Mad River Glen, all located within easy driving distance of your chalet. If you don't feel like heading to the slopes every day, curl up next to the fire place with a hot drink in your home away from home or take a walk in the quiet Vermont winter wonderland.
Day 1
3:00PM Group House Rental
at Juggernaut Farm -- Wise Vacation Planning
P.O. Box 231Killington, VTGet a Map
This beautifully restored, 5-bedroom Vermont farmhouse is surrounded by an idyllic mountain setting, with land and views abounding and all the privacy you can stand. Just a short (1.3 miles) drive to Killington base lodges.
- Call for pricing
- 800-639-4680
How to Book — See the website for other rental options if you need more or less space. Call for pricing and availability.
4:00PM Groceries
at Killington Food Delivery
Killington, VTGet a Map
Don't waste your precious vacation time standing in line at the grocery store. Fax in your order and they'll have the groceries waiting for you upon arrival. They also offer restaurant delivery if you are so inclined.
- 802-712-1044
How to Book — Grocery deliveries available Thursday - Sunday from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM, or all week during holiday weeks. Call to arrange delivery details.
Day 2
9:00AM Ski Like a Madman or woman
at Mad River Glen
PO Box 1089Waitsfield, VTGet a Map
Mad River Glen is perhaps America's most unique ski area. Famous for its legendary expert terrain, uncrowded slopes,beautiful and varied novice and intermediate trails, and, of course, the nation's last surviving single chairlift. Note: we said SKI like a madman. No snowboarding allowed at Mad River Glen. Located in centrally, in Vermont's Mad River Valley, just a short and scenic drive from Killington.
- $54
- 802-496-3551
9:00PM A Night Out
at Tabu Outback
Killington RoadKillington, VTGet a Map
Need a break from the solitude of your mountain retreat? Not only does Tabu offers excellent wood-fired pizza, they feature live acoustic music and DJ's for your dancing pleasure.
- 802-422-9885
How to Book — Call for entertainment schedule.
Day 3
9:00AM Downhill Skiing
at Killington Ski Area
4763 Killington RoadKillington, VTGet a Map
With over 200 trails, 250 inches of annual snow fall, and a vertical drop of over 3,000 feet, Killington's terrain rivals any resort found in the Rocky Mountains.
- Fromn $72
- 800-621-MTNS
4:00PM Soothe Sore Skiing Muscles
at Killington Grand Spa
228 East Mountain RoadKillington, VTGet a Map
Who couldn't use a massage after a few days of skiing? Spend the afternoon/evening relaxing in the Killington Grand Spa. Choose from a tempting menu of body treatments from Swedish massage to hydrotheraphy. Ahhhhhh.
- From $75, depends upon treatment selected
- 802-422-1050
How to Book — Call to book treatments. They recommend you schedule your appointments 2 weeks ahead. Hours of Operation: Daily (Monday-Saturday) 8:00am-8:00pm.
Day 4
9:00AM Ski in Sugar
at Sugarbush
1840 Sugarbush Access Rd., Warren, VTWaitsfield, VTGet a Map
Over 4,000 acres of skiing spills from the area's five-mile long ridge line. With over 100 trails for skiers of all levels, Sugarbush is one of the largest and lushest ski areas in Vermont.
- $66
- 800-53-SUGAR
5:00PM Apres Ski Farewell Dinner
at The Sugarbush Inn
1840 Sugarbush Access Rd., Warren, VTWaitsfield, VTGet a Map
The taproom and grill at the Sugarbush Inn offer Vermont's best microbrews as well as flame-broiled steaks, burgers and seafood made before your eyes on an open grill. It is the perfect place to meet up apres ski for dinner and a few beers while you reminisce about your favorite ski moments of the trip before you head back to your rental lodge.
- 802-583-6111
How to Book — Call for dinner reservations.
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