We chose Bliss for our wedding venue, and even though our wedding day is yet to come, I already…read morecould not be happier that we did. This is not only due to the Vermont beauty and magic of the place; it also due to the property owner, Jordan Von Trapp. From the minute we met Jordan, her warmth, enthusiasm, and experience was clear. Throughout the wedding planning process, she could not have been more helpful, or made us feel more assured or excited about our wedding day. Any challenge we encountered in the process (none with her), she helped us sort out instantly, and her creativity knows no bounds. She is always fair and client-centered in her decision making, never pushy, and always personable. And her attention to details is astounding; for instance, when we first met and were talking flowers, I told her casually that I wanted to get tulips for the ceremony to honor a loved one who had passed. Months later, unprompted, she told me that she saw tulips at the grocery store during the month we were going to be married, to let me know they were seasonal. Planning a wedding is tough, but not when you have Jordan on your team; I can't stress enough how important having such an experienced venue owner/wedding coordinator all rolled into one has been for us, because unexpected things (COVID!), do happen along the way. She also knows everyone in the biz, and will give you the honest inside scoop. Her excellence is to the point that every single person I spoke with during the planning process was singing her praises, to an extent that it was almost annoying: it was so frequent and so gushing, and nothing new...I know how great she is, as does everybody else (LOL). It is also noteworthy that this is my first yelp review ever. Can't say enough wonderful things about her and about this place!!!

Dan and Jordan run such a spectacular farm and wedding venue at Bliss Ridge! It is an ideal…read morelocation to get married or hold an event. As a wedding photographer, I can honestly say there's not a bad spot for photos on this beautiful mountain, and it provides that perfect, relaxed, country Vermont feel. Their recent renovations to the barn have made it even more picturesque and they are both just the nicest people. Highly recommend this venue!

The entire place was stunning - from the outdoor spaces to the well-decorated barn. We enjoyed…read moreattending a wedding there, and were impressed with the bar selection and the staff. The food was incredible (Jericho cafe and tavern) and the dishes were never empty - the staff was great at refilling the buffet. It's a wonderful venue for anyone considering a celebration!

A unique place to have a wedding the food was just perfect. Our friends had a beautiful wedding…read morethere.

The Barn at Smuggler's Notch is such a stunning venue and so well-thought out. A modern canvas that…read morelends itself well to any color scheme and any wedding theme. Sweeping mountain views. Stunning bridal suite. Plenty of space. That is why we originally selected it as our wedding venue. What we didn't know at the time is that we were hiring some of the best wedding professionals in the business - the dynamic duo of Steve & Jenn. I am not exaggerating when I say I'd get married pretty much anywhere as long as they were running the show. Let me start with how incredibly responsive they were. As a wedding vendor also, this is something I greatly appreciate. I would ask a question and get a response usually within 10 minutes. Jenn & Steve made everything pretty effortless for us. Steve helped us with bar selections, table lay out and set up specialty cocktails. Jenn coordinated with all of our vendors for arrival times, set up and take down. We were able to drop off all of our decor on a Wednesday and Jenn had it all set up when we came Friday for our rehearsal. What a special treat for our bridal party and close family to be able to preview the venue with the majority of the decor set up. A review of our wedding day: we had downpours in the morning and in to the afternoon. The team at the Barn set up for an indoor ceremony just in case. Our ceremony was at 4:30pm and downpours came again at 4:15. As I (the bride) was coming down the stairs the clouds parted and I gave the nod to have the ceremony outside - probably right at 4:30pm. Jenn had the team dry off chairs outside not once, but twice after 4pm and we were able to have our ceremony outside, just as we had envisioned. I doubt you will find this level of flexibility anywhere else where you can literally make the call at the very last minute - it meant everything to us to be able to get married with the mountains in the background. The rest of the night was absolutely flawless. Steve made sure to bring us cocktails during dinner, Jenn brought us an array of apps so we could enjoy our cocktail hour while photos were being taken. I had no idea what time it was all throughout the night, but Jenn made sure things were executed on time. She clearly is a professional and seems so chill but is also so organized and direct when she needs to be. The Barn is no doubt the best place to get married in Vermont. I wish I could do it all over again - every moment was absolutely magical. Thanks Steve & Jenn for our perfect day - look forward to working with you both as a wedding vendor and getting to visit the place we got married often.

If you are still searching for the quintessential Vermont wedding venue, look no further. As a…read moremaximizer bride (who searched through hundreds of venues in the state) and an interior designer by trade, I can attest that you have stumbled upon THE most beautiful venue Vermont has to offer. Jen and Steve have created a space that is both chic and elegant, while retaining the signature VT charm. Every detail has been thought out, from amenity baskets for guests in the lovely restrooms, to an en suite shower for the bride to use on the day. From the beginning of our discussion with the wonderful owners, we knew we had finally found our venue. My husband and I had our makeup wedding (after two Covid postponements over the past three years) this past weekend and it was nothing short of magical. Jen and Steve were kind enough to work with us, graciously accommodating our schedule changes, as well as being incredibly flexible as the scope of our day shifted from a large 180-person shindig to an intimate 30-person DIY experience. They allowed ultimate personalization: granting me the opportunity to come on the property the day before to setup our table spread per my vision and providing a delicious signature cocktail along with our open bar. With every interaction, the owners make you feel special and excited for your day, as if they are close family friends celebrating with you. Our guests noted the quality of the bar selections, as well as the delicious catered food provided by Sugarsnap. We all agreed that the meals represented the best food anyone had ever experienced at a wedding. Kristen was a delight to work with as we coordinated our culinary selections for the big day. All and all, this is the perfect venue run by caring and thoughtful owners and their incredible staff. You cannot beat the natural beauty that surrounds this soulful space, nor the gorgeous interior. Do yourself a favor, and reach out to them ASAP to save your date!

In order to appreciate this classic building, you'll want to read the marker and squint your eyes…read morejust a little. Step back a hundred years and imagine life in Burlington in the late 19th century. What was shopping like? What sort of vehicles traveled here? What were people wearing? Where were they heading? The marker reads, "This impressive Italianate-style commercial building with a massive five-foot tall cast iron cornice was historically known as the Exchange Block. Designed by local builder William Townsend, the building was intended to stylistically complement the former Vermont Life Insurance Company building adjacent to the east on Main Street, which was completed in 1877 and also constructed by Townsend. The first occupant of the Exchange Block was E.P. Shaw, who owned a fashionable men's clothing store in the corner storefront. On May 27, 1962, a fire destroyed the third floor of the northerly section of the building; it was never rebuilt." [Review 18511 overall - 110 in Vermont - 2033 of 2022.]

It was a rainy day and we had some time to spend, so Nate and I visited the ECHO center while in…read moretown recently. It is a small museum that is geared towards children, but we enjoyed exploring the animal displays (lots of turtles!) and learning about Champy. I think it's fascinating that Champy predates the Loch Ness Monster, and is a beloved being in Vermont. Does it actually exist? What is it? Who knows? These are the types of questions that we pondered. We actually learned quite a lot, especially about the different species in Lake Champlain (eels!). I liked seeing the baby softshell turtles - so cute. It was also cool to see the sturgeon in the big tank. The second floor is a lot of interactive STEM stations, which were cool but it was a bit busy so we didn't spend a ton of time here, as we wanted to allow all the kids to check them out. Just want to note that the people at the front desk were super kind and friendly. There is a gift shop area which has some really cool souvenirs. I think this museum might be best for younger kids, but I still enjoyed it. I don't think I need to go back every time we're in Burlington, but glad we got to check it out.

Rating: 3.5 Came to…read morevisit this aquarium/science museum at the lake champlain. Parkings available as well as street parking. It's a relatively small aquarium and has small gift shop at the entrance. There are 2 floors consist of small tanks of sea creatures and fishes and science interactive games. It was entertaining but we got through the entire place in 30-45min. Staffs were nice overall and friendly. As an adult we paid 23$ per person and i don't think that it was worth it as i've been to other aquariums that are much larger and offers much more things to see. I can see that it may be good for family and kids but will be a short trip and better to spend more time at the park right outside for walks or shopping at the church street market.

The house is fantastic and very close to Montpelier. I'm only giving it 3* because of the sound…read moreinsulation and significant noise from traffic that made it very hard to sleep. I really appreciated the vintage quirks and original features of the house as well as owners' hospitality. They were very friendly and made great breakfast. It's a bummer there was construction nearby and many trucks otherwise I'd would have been the perfect stay!

Helpful when I ran into an issue with the booking. Book straight through them, don't go through…read moreanother site!

My husband and I had afternoon tea there. It was traditional and very tasty. The scones, tea…read moresandwiches and sweets were freshly made. Suzanne, the owner is a lovely hostess. We enjoyed our time.

The house is beautiful and lovingly maintained and provides a perfect setting for an elegant and…read moreeven inspiring afternoon tea. The hostess could not be more kind and attentive and the tea could not have been more delicious. Each item on the three-tiered stack seemed more intricate and delicious than the next. In reading reviews, one should note that the hostess does not appreciate rude behavior. Personally, I love that about her and one should seriously consider if slow Wi-Fi is affecting your rating when you are in the midst of history so beautifully preserved and presented if you are really in the right place. If you read this far you don't care if I'm a snob, but outside of the United Kingdom there is not a better high tea available. Put on your best clothes and your best behavior and this will be the closest thing to a safe ride in First Class on the Titanic available in North America- just don't act like you're in steerage class and be grateful that folks like the hostess maintains civility in a age of decadence.

We were lucky enough to be in Vermont on a Friday evening to experience this restaurant. In an old…read morebarn done up with lights. Gourmet food with a homemade Vermont spin. Had a vegetable soup with a cheese covered ciabatta roll, which was a delicious and light first course. Then I had the clam cakes which sat on a spring mix with a great dressing applied on it. My dining partners had the watermelon and feta salad and burger, both were satisfied. You go up to the bar to order, the atmosphere is informal. Also had great local ales and ciders on tap and a full bar. A part of the 1824 inn. Service was attentive, with local teens learning the business waiting on you. Will be back next time I'm in the Waitsfield area.

Avery, Nicole and the rest of the catering group at the event for my best friends niece were…read moreabsolutely the most professional, fun and courteous I have ever seen. Thank you for making this event even more special then it already was going to be and creating a perfectly beautiful atmosphere for a special day.