Mountain Top Inn and Resort is a four-season getaway in Chittenden in central Vermont's Green Mountain National Forest; lication is 11 miles from Killington (a downhill ski resort.)
The Inn has 350 acres, lakefront private beach, and an Equestrian Center; three golf courses are nearby.
Guest rooms are rustic: you might find beamed ceilings, timber bed, sleigh bed, wingback chairs.
- lakefront private beach
- kayaking, canoeing, pontoon boat tours and swimming
- fly fishing, clay bird shooting
- hiking, mountain biking
- tennis, croquet
- day spa
Many styles of riding vacations are possible, for beginners to advanced riders, from casual trail rides to English or Western lessons, or instruction in Jumping, Dressage and Cross Country. 80 km of trails.
Summer equestrian camp, horseback riding lessons, pony rides; cross country ski lessons for all levels, sledding, ice skating; children's game room; kids' menu.
Mountain Top Inn often has family-friendly packages: see, for example, Family Fun Package that continues until Oct. 31 2005.
- dining is a feature but can be pricy
- check the cancellation policy
- pets are welcome (with nightly charges, and damage deposit)
- See the Mountain Top Inn site for details and special packages
- check visitors' comments at TripAdvisor.com
This brief profile is meant to introduce this resort to family vacationers; please note that the writer has not visited in person. Always check resort sites for updates.
*photo courtesy of Mountain Top Inn; photo by Jerry LeBlond.

