This was our 3rd time here in the past few years. They…read morehave truly upped their game with a new chef and menu. Four of us had dinner at the Inn and had an amazing experience. The service was friendly, attentive, and prompt from the moment we sat down. We started with some incredible cocktails and shared the smoked maple flash-fried Brussels sprouts, which were outstanding. Between the four of us, we had the Filet Mignon, Iberico pork tenderloin, day boat scallops, and the lemongrass-infused striped bass. Every single dish was cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. It's rare that everyone at the table loves what they ordered, but that was definitely the case. Chef Dylan Taylor's new menu is fantastic, and it really shows. Everything felt fresh, creative, and thoughtfully prepared without being overdone. The dining room is elegant but still feels warm and comfortable. And a special shoutout to owner George, who was incredibly warm and welcoming. You can tell he genuinely cares about making sure everyone has a great experience. From the food and cocktails to the service and atmosphere, everything was spot on. We can't wait to come back and would highly recommend the Pitcher Inn if you're in the Mad River Valley.

TLDR: perhaps the best meal I've had in Vermont, and a great choice for anyone in the area…read more The dining room at The Pitcher Inn has a 3-course or 4-course pre fixe menus available for dinner, and you can chose any combination in the menu (except the entrees more than once). 3-courses was filling for me. Dinner started with an anchovy amuse-bouche that had a nice savory taste. They even offered a free glass of champagne for my birthday. The grilled octopus was nice and light, and the cauliflower was okay with the dish. It was a smaller potion, but left room for the remaining courses. The tagliatelle was cooked well and the tomatoes and mushrooms added nicely to the dish. This was a nice sized portion, and definitely filling. The chocolate raspberry tart was more on the chocolatey side. Maybe my least favorite course from those I had, but nonetheless still good. The check came with petit four which was a nice touch. My waiter, Sergiu, was delightful and made me feel welcome the entire time. I really enjoyed my dinner here and would look to return.

Fantastic renovated rooms with a rustic charm started our week long stay with smiles. We enjoyed…read morevery comfortable beds, spacious bathroom, and a big flat screen cable TV. Besides having a great interior, the back of the property might be an even better feature to this accommodation. Complete with multiple fire pits, barbecues, firewood, chairs, and the ambience of string lights overhead this area sings with the gentle sound of the babbling Mad River which passes beside it. To the left and right are paths to take you on the Mad River trail to find a near by swim hole. To top it all off, the owners Zan and Dana are not only helpful providing for whatever arising needs we had, but they also gave us great advice on local attractions. All and all, we had a terrific stay and would definitely book again.

Excellent place for our family to spend a few days while exploring Vermont. The River runs beside…read moreit and there is both a trail leading along the river and fire pits. I highly recommend it and we look forward to staying there in the future.

We stayed at the Christmas Tree Inn during our yearly work trip to Sugarbush. In our group alone…read morethere was at least 40 people and this place still had room to accommodate more people. The bedrooms are dorm style. Some with twin beds and some with two sets of bunk beds. All rooms have their own full bathroom. There is an industrial size kitchen and decent sized dining room on the main floor. Also a large living room with a big screen TV. Down in the basement there is a pool table, darts and a bar for entertaining large amounts of people. The rooms got a little cold at night but other than that our stay at the Inn was excellent. They also have free WIFI internet and phone service is very very spotty at the Inn. An excellent place for large groups.

I recently stayed here for a place to crash before an early morning hike. The check in person and…read moreprocess was excellent. The building has an old ski lodge feel to it. However, it's very dated. The room was very small with basic amenities. There was no way to control the air conditioning temp which I would have preferred (at least I couldn't easily locate a thermostat). The beds were okay. Sheets and pillows were great. The tv was TINY and had a pretty legit delay when changing channels. The outlets are old and my cell phone charger kept falling out if it. I also found no available open outlets, had to unplug the lamp and alarm clock to accommodate two chargers. For the price you pay ($190/night) it's reasonable. I left far too early to see any of the continental breakfast offerings. And was disappointed to learn their gym is not on property. Overall suited my needs for night.

I just don't know where to start with this place. I mean honestly, I'm at a loss for words. It…read moreseems like the owners had a clear goal in mind but they've certainly given up. Now before I start getting all negative, I will list some pros Pros: -Not pricey depending on what room you book -On the access road (short drive) and one of the GMT shuttle stops -Clean (For the most part - will return to this later) Now that that's over, here's why this place is 2 stars in my view: The room itself is a standard motel room: Two uncomfortable beds with scratchy, plastic-y linens, a small TV, a desk, coat rack, and a window. The bathroom appeared to be clean, however, the dollar store shower head certainly didn't help make the lukewarm water any more pleasant. Instead, it turned the already lukewarm water into a fine mist. For any of you who haven't skied before, that's the worst way to end a day of skiing in single-digit temps. The bathroom was equipped with a dim vanity light and a light-fan combo that sounded of a helicopter with the de-fogging power of simply leaving the door cracked open. The people running this place certainly aren't generous with the heat, another thing that ticked us off. The breakfast at this place is a true reflection of the lack of effort put into this place. What were the breakfast items available at a lodge right in the center of a state known for its cuisine? Coffee, store-bought Activia yogurt, bagels, cheap pastries and cereal in a broken plastic dispenser. It was served in the bar which other than the food setup had 3 little tables in it (People also ate in the Great Room). It isn't that hard to simply move these tables in the morning, add another table where they were, put out some waffle irons, some batter, and nice maple syrup to help improve this laughable breakfast. This is without mentioning the biggest problem with breakfast - it doesn't start until 7:30. Good luck eating here and getting to the mountain in time for when Super Bravo and GMX start loading. And now, this place's attempt at a cozy, warm vibe - the Great Room. Like the breakfast, this place also resembles the lack of effort put into this place. We headed there to sit by the fire before our dinner reservations at Tucker Hill. We were, of course, the only ones there. I can't blame the other guests, what was there to see? The floor lamps were turned off, the fire was smoldering out (only 6:30 PM, mind you), some crappy pop music was cutting in and out of the iPod on the mantle, and the most uninviting bit, a security camera was very proudly mounted on the chimney. Based on other guest's experiences I can only assume this is in part meant to prevent people from drinking their own booze outside of their rooms (How dare they). By the time we returned from dinner at around 8:45, the fireplace had been covered up and the lights in the lobby were mostly turned off. Upon our morning of checkout, we were confronted with a rude awakening: A freezing cold room, and after we packed all of our stuff, a brown-ish stain (pictured) on the box spring which appears to be spilled coffee, or dare I say, blood. When driving to dinner the night before, we took note of the large number of other places to stay on German Flats, nearly stripping SL's benefit of being much closer to the mountain than everything else. Upon the stain incident, we were sure we weren't staying here again. For curiosity's sake, we looked to see the prices of Tucker Hill to find that a room of comparable size only costs $20 more than SL, and with not a single review under 5 stars. Sugar Lodge, we won't be back.

We spent a wonderful three nights at this charming Inn . Lori makes delicious and varied healthy…read morebreakfasts. She accommodates special diets. We stayed in the ground floor suite and it was so airy and light. The Inn is kept very clean and it was a delight to meet her family. Across the street there is a barn with chickens, goats, and a horse. The views from any room are lovely. She also baked cookies or brownies and tea or coffee is available anytime of the day. We loved the historic town of Waitsfield. Sugarbush is only 15 minutes away. Another day we had a lovely drive to the Van Trapp resort where we cross country skied. It's a very relaxing place to stay. Lori recommended three very good nearby restaurants for dinner.

Absolutely charming and unforgettable! Our stay at the Yellow Farmhouse Inn (for two weekends!) in…read moreVermont was excellent! Monte and Lori were incredibly hospitable and made us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. The inn itself was picturesque, cozy, and elegant (think GIlmore Girls in Vermont). Breakfast was a standout--the fresh eggs from their own chickens made for excellent omelets, as well as delicious pancakes and homemade pastries. If you're looking for a serene getaway with delicious food and warm, welcoming hosts, the Yellow Farmhouse Inn is the perfect choice. Highly recommended!

I loved my stay at the hotel. I was staying on the first floor, and the suite was beautiful. There…read morewere two bedrooms, a single bathroom, and a living room. One of the bedrooms had a queen-sized bed, and one of them had two single-sized beds. I stayed in the room with two single-sized beds and ended up pushing them together. My stay was more than comfortable, the pool area was nice but the water was below freezing, almost like swimming in the middle of the Atlantic. I also got a chance to enjoy the morning breakfast. I got the scrambled eggs with bacon and orange juice. The eggs were cooked just the way I liked them and the hostess was more than accommodating even if I was late and had come back from an early morning nap, I mean yoga lesson. I would happily come here again for a little R&R if given the chance.

Pros and cons to staying here, Pros: we rented the…read morehoneymoon suite, the room was beautiful and the fire place made it perfection! My husband paid for the romance package, it was beautiful when we walked in with the "rose petals" and tea lights on the bed. Cons: the wifi was awful, the tv remote wouldn't work after a few minutes, there was barely warm water in the shower all evening the night we arrived, so even if there was hot water, I would NOT have used the jet tub as it the jets we're disgusting and covered in mildew. My husband paid $60 for the romance package which as I said was beautiful, however the rose petals were fake, not worth the $60! If the above issues were corrected, it would be a perfect place to stay!

Though there was no TV, no ice at all, no housekeeping service, and a limited breakfast, I took the…read morebest picture I've ever taken of any hotel room I've ever been! However, I would never return.

Absolutely awful experience. I booked a room at The Waitsfield Inn eight months in advance for a…read morewedding, and on the morning of the wedding, they called to say they'd overbooked and we no longer had a place to stay. No apology, no urgency -- just a casual "we'll find you something else." Not long before the wedding, they finally came up with another B&B -- 20 minutes farther away, completely screwing up our plans. We had no ride back after the wedding. The new B&B cost $250 more and they said they'd cover the difference. But that turned into another mess. I called three times, and every time Frank lied, saying variations of "the check's in the mail" or "I'm sending the check tomorrow." Not true. I've been chasing him down for two months and still haven't been paid. If you make a mistake, own it and make things right, don't lie or jerk people around. This whole experience is incredibly frustrating and unprofessional. I'd never stay here or recommend it to anyone.

Loved our visit! Breakfast with the innkeeper included a most informative conversation about…read moretoday in Vermont. Farming practices, tourism. And we shared a fondness for carving. Be sure to notice the beautiful woodwork in the house especially the banister. Bed was very comfy. Very clean. Breakfast pancake excellent.

What a lovely respite! We found Mad River Inn as a haven from the overheated yurt we had booked…read more The owners (Brandon and Susanna) let us know we weren't the first yurt stayers they had rescued. And what a rescue! From an abundance of tea options to daily fresh cookies to some wonderful recommendations, we were comfortable from the start of our stay to the end. The real bed and air conditioning were just cherries on top! We felt taken care of and had a lovely time.

Great place to stay - we'll be back. Vickie & Jon do a wonderful job of providing a friendly,…read morefamily atmosphere and a comfortable setting. Rooms are well stocked and clean. Walk to local restaurants and shops. Bike to trails from the Inn.

From the owner: The Waitsfield Inn, a traditional Vermont bed and breakfast located in the center of the Mad River…read moreValley offers a perfect lodging experience. Built in 1825. Today, the Inn's historic charms blend perfectly with modern comforts. The Waitsfield Inn is located close to shops and dining.

Fun local dive bar, a great place to talk skiing with friendly folks at the bar, right in the heart…read moreof the village. Very unusual movie choices. Good beers on tap and in cans. Decor wise, not much, and only 2 tables to sit at. It was chilly inside and we kept our jackets on Food - the good- the sandwiches are large and inexpensive. The bad- they were verging on inedible. The chicken was hot and the bread was ice cold, like the meat was microwaved.

Great local establishment. Dino and his family have it going on! Their NY style sandwiches are…read morenamed after family members. Huge subs!