About Topnotch Resort
Topnotch Resort sits on 120 acres of forested land on Mountain Road in Stowe, about a mile and a half from Stowe Mountain Resort. While best known as a luxury hotel and spa, Topnotch operates a full outdoor activities programme that includes guided horseback riding, carriage rides, tennis and pickleball at their award-winning tennis centre, hiking on private trails, and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter. The resort is a convenient base for visitors who want premium accommodation with direct access to outdoor experiences without driving anywhere.
The equestrian programme offers guided trail rides and lessons through their on-site stables, with rides winding through the resort's wooded acreage and connecting meadows. Pony rides for young children are also available. The tennis centre features both indoor and outdoor courts with professional instruction, and pickleball has been added to meet growing demand. In winter, guests can access the Stowe Recreation Path directly from the resort for Nordic skiing and snowshoeing, and the front desk arranges ski rentals, snowmobile tours, and other Stowe-area activities through trusted local operators.
What makes Topnotch relevant for the adventure traveller is its role as a one-stop concierge for Stowe outdoor experiences. The resort partners with Catamount Fishing Adventures for fly fishing, Snowmobile Vermont for snowmobile tours, and local outfitters for kayaking and mountain biking, bundling these into guest packages that simplify planning. For visitors who want to mix serious outdoor adventure with a comfortable bed and a world-class spa, Topnotch threads that needle better than most properties in the Stowe area.
