Smugglers' Notch Base Lodge

We just got back from our second spring break at Smugglers. I have to say we were luck these past year's with 3-4 feet of snow falling during both stays. That was just the icing. The resort has everything a family needs and they make it easy. Our kids lived their all day camps and 2 hour lessons. The newly opened Fun Zone 2.0 has plenty to entertain a specific age group without needing to pay for extras. Plenty of programming after the lifts close kept us happy on those evenings we still had energy. Looking forward to our next trip.
4 7 years ago (20-03-2018)

We loved this place, rustic and unpretentious. The hill itself is quite high and offers great terrain with moderate steepness. Conditions, are of course subjective and variable but I can't imagine anyone being disappointed in the terrain itself. Two stars removed because we paid full price on Sunday and the Madonna lifts (giving access to over 1/2 of the terrain) were closed, also restaurant only serves greasy spoon fare and these days in VT I would expect a little effort for some local products.
3 8 years ago (14-01-2018)

Smuggs has a ton going for it. Great terrain and good vibes. The big problem here are the small amount of lifts that are slow. The waits can kinda suck on powder days. That being said the terrain is amazing and there's lots of stuff to do for kids.
5 7 years ago (03-04-2018)

This eatery on Madonna Mtn. has a decent pub downstairs with several brews and ales with a few ciders as well. Upstairs is a small cafeteria with burgers, soups, pizza and wraps. Prices are fair for a resort type area but you will drop $100 for lunch in the pub for 2 adults/ 2 children and ~$60 upstairs in the cafeteria.
4 7 years ago (23-03-2018)

Food is downright terrible, but then again I've rarely had good food at ski resort base lodge. Very family friendly and well set up so you don't lose the party you are with. And while the food is fair, there is a pretty good variety. Just avoid the over priced grill!
3 7 years ago (14-02-2018)