Summer In Killington:
Just because the snow has melted and the skiers have gone home, it doesn't mean the Killington Region shuts down, in fact it comes alive. When the green grass begins to sprout, the air gets a little warmer, and the days get a little longer, thoughts turn to the great outdoors, summer activities, and unforgettable Vermont vacation experiences. With flowing streams, hidden waterfalls, secluded lakes, quaint villages, breathtaking views, covered bridges, green hills and cool breezes, the summer seems endless.
The Killington Region has many unique areas to hike and explore, with trails for all ages and levels. If you prefer biking you can tour the region along country roads, scenic Route 100, or ride Killington's mountain trails.
Experience a fly fishing adventure in the heart of the Green Mountains. Play a relaxing round of golf at nearby Killington golf course, or take a cool swim in our outdoor sparkling pool. Go for a swim in one of the many lakes and rivers located nearby.
Why 'The Lodges':
One of the big advantages of staying at 'the lodges' is it's location. Being part of the sunrise community it is right next to the sunrise center and lift. More importantly, you are able to use this lift without a lift pass. This is potentially a big plus for new skiers as it means you could practice your skills on this slope without paying for a full mountain pass. You are restricted to skiing back down 'bearview' then 'sundog' or 'rendezvous' but you don't need a lift pass for this. (See the Killington trail map for details). These are gentle runs and ideal for new skiers and novices wanting to gain confidence.
After all, novice skiers will be paying full price for a comprehensive pass accessing the entire mountain but they may, for a few days at least, see only nursery slopes - and possibly crowded ones at that. My view is that it's worth considering paying for private tuition and using only the sunrise village triple lift for your first few lessons --- big potential savings!!
See Us on YouTube:
We have now placed some video footage of ‘The Lodges’ on ‘You Tube’ which gives an even better idea of what is available. The first of the links shown below was taken in February 2009 so is up to date. Two and three were taken using a Nokia N95 cellphone in 2008. None are HD professionally produced videos.
Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:
