Trapp Family Lodge

Stowe, Vermont

Virgin rating

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

Sep 16, 2024 85deeb Novelty, Ohio

The facility seems dated. Bathroom was old and had mold in grout. Paid for a room with a balcony and had a high lift and a large pile of Adirondack chairs as our “view.”
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Monetizing Hotel Experience - Not so Charming

Sep 16, 2024 Lee P Woodstock, Vermont

The stay at Trapp Lodge would have been completely charming if not for the attempts to monetize so many aspects. The actual hotel is becautiful and the location is stunning with breathtaking views. The issue I have is their attempts to monetize additional aspects such as guided tours of their brewery, a walk to their chapel, etc, etc. Text… Read more
The stay at Trapp Lodge would have been completely charming if not for the attempts to monetize so many aspects. The actual hotel is becautiful and the location is stunning with breathtaking views. The issue I have is their attempts to monetize additional aspects such as guided tours of their brewery, a walk to their chapel, etc, etc. Text messages are disruptive and linked to monetizing the experience. We received a text before arriving to check in as well as to add any upgrades such as $45 for 6-8 chocolate dipped strawberries. Really? On the day of check out, we received a text message to ask us when we were checking out....ummmmm, at check out time? Who wants to be bothered by a text while on vacation to remind us of check out time? The message included a link to add a gratiuity. In our room, there was a card to remind us to leave a tip along with a QR code to a link to leave a tip. Guests are charged a resort fee for use of certain aspects of the hotel and the surroundings. Yet, the resort fee does not include simple things like water bottles in the rooms. The final curious item is there is a sign in a garden path leading to the hotel front entrance, noting hotel guests only. Not sure what has caused management to put up a sign like this but it certainly is not welcoming. Perhaps Trapp Lodge could learn from the Woodstock Inn that has a similar model but is not so blatant about the money aspect. Non guests of the Woodstock Inn are free to walk through the grounds and hotel at any time and add ons are arranged without fanfare. This makes for a relaxed and welcoming environment. Read less
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Sep 15, 2024 Christine C

This is more than a hotel - it’s a resort with all sorts of add ons. Some of which are free to guests. We did the Brewery tour - they have their own beer now. Also, the family Historic tour - aka Maria from the Sound of music, the real story. Beyond brilliant. Walk up to the little hand built Chapel is another must. The European food is… Read more
This is more than a hotel - it’s a resort with all sorts of add ons. Some of which are free to guests. We did the Brewery tour - they have their own beer now. Also, the family Historic tour - aka Maria from the Sound of music, the real story. Beyond brilliant. Walk up to the little hand built Chapel is another must. The European food is awesome and of course they have American fair as well - don’t panic! The rooms outstanding and the views were so great you just wanted to sit and watch. Go to mount Mansfield for distance and height views. The staff are friendly, and very helpful. Highly recommend here. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Blessed by Trapp Family hospitality!

Sep 15, 2024 sophia p

Beautiful scenery. Clean and cared for home like feeling. Friendly and warm staff. Wish we could have stayed longer. There's plenty to do and a variety of ways to relax. You get something really special though when you learn about the family history. It gives us hope and serves a healthy portion of encouragement to hear of the love and… Read more
Beautiful scenery. Clean and cared for home like feeling. Friendly and warm staff. Wish we could have stayed longer. There's plenty to do and a variety of ways to relax. You get something really special though when you learn about the family history. It gives us hope and serves a healthy portion of encouragement to hear of the love and commitment to each other and to the greater good. Read less
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Sep 12, 2024 mxvegan Toronto, Canada

Staff was very accommodating with all of my requests. It was always a dream of my Mother to come here, with her current health(91) everyone, from front desk to kitchen, even though she wasn’t able to eat anything , were very accommodating. It’s like staying with family who cares! ❤️