We enjoyed our stay at the Mountain Top Resort, and attended a wedding on site. This property is…read morelocated in Chittenden which might be convenient during the winter ski season, but we found it a bit out of the way and not very close to much. Rutland is the closest town. About the property, it is nice and seems well cared for and has beautiful views of the reservoir and surrounding mountains. Rooms are a bit dated, but clean. All the staff we met were very friendly. We had a chance to eat dinner at the restaurant on site and we were pleasantly surprised at the caliber of the food, well above standard "hotel" dining. This carried through to the food which was served to us at the wedding, again well above what we expected. There are a variety of activities available, but we felt that the property didn't quite rise to the "resort" bar. Again, winter might be completely different.

Go almost every year with a small group... still a friendly…read morestaff; Brenden at the bar is awesome and can make a cocktail; good items on menu; good wine list; beautiful al fresco dining. But do not ever, ever order a steak if you like it anything under medium or well done. They consistently over cook

Just returned from a weekend wedding here and we had a great time! EVERYTHING was…read moreterrific...Especially the staff. Everyone was friendly, accommodating, professional, etc. The rooms are mediocre but we knew coming in this isn't the Ritz Carleton. Overall very solid experience.

This review is for the inn only. The restaurant at this point in July 2022 wasn't open on Tuesday…read morenights (the only night we stayed). Also, just FYI, most of the restaurants in town are closed Mondays, Tuesdays and some on Wednesdays as well. Or the deli is open till 7pm but you can't order sandwiches past 2pm. ‍ We were only in the area for a day but weird closing times or days were highly prevalent. But I digress, Mad River Inn has lush gardens and thoughtful landscaping throughout the expansive property. It seems like a wonderful place to hold a rustic themed wedding as they have an outdoor chapel with seating and a dedicated indoor hall. The inn, tap room and restaurant are all very tastefully decorated in modern farmhouse style, with a lot of greige (gray-beige) paint that was very popular a while ago. Thoughtful touches are every where. Our check in person was very nice and helpful. We loved our room for our family of three where we could spread out and not be all in the same room all the time. The twin beds were wonderfully soft (my personal favorite) but the queen bed was definitely not as lush. I slept in one of the four twin beds as my husband snores. The bedding was soft and inviting. AC was great as it was a very hot humid day/night. The complimentary breakfast the next morning was next level good served by a very friendly, very accommodating chef. Homemade granola, breads, bagels, pastries etc but also a cooked to order breakfast of scrambled eggs, bacon and home fries. Juice coffee etc of course as well. So I would actually give this place 5 stars but took off some for not having a dining room open for guests every day and the fact that our whole family mentioned the constant low level banging noise we heard below us as we were all trying to sleep. As there were no guest rooms below us we surmised that it was probably a washer and dryer making the noises. Husband said an easy fix to this is an arrester on the dryer that can be added to lessen the banging. Or skip doing laundry past 10pm. Still would highly recommend. Wish we could have tried the restaurant for dinner.

So we got our Thanksgiving turkey at The Green Mountain Girls Farm, and it was the best turkey I've…read moreever made. Even my sister said so! The day before, my husband picked up a big 22-pound bird that had just been butchered a few days ago. It was so fresh that I had a few tiny feathers floating around in my brine. It was so fresh that I could just barely separate the skin from the breast meat to rub in the butter and fresh thyme, which the Girls also so generously provided. It was so fresh I didn't really have to tie together the legs or pin down the wings. It was so fresh that you could *taste* it. And this was (or had been) one healthy turkey! You could tell by the quality of the skin, the texture of the uncooked meat, the size of the bones!!! Man, this turkey had been doing some weight-bearing exercises or something! Huge leg bones. Wings you could make a meal of. I can't wait to taste the broth. Yet the meat was as tender as it was flavorful. Now, with fresh turkey from a farm, you're gonna want to brine it. My 22-lb bird fit in the brining bag from the grocery store beautifully. I put in 1.5 cups of salt, a cup of sugar, and about 2 gallons of water, and I let her sit for about 18 hours. I rinsed her real well; patted her dry; stuffed her with onion, carrots, and celery; covered her with a pound of bacon; wrapped her up tightly in tinfoil; and then I let her roast at 425 degrees for about 3 hours, unwrapped her, and let her brown for about 30 more. Perfect. Tomorrow I'm making turkey pot pie and turkey stock--with locally grown carrots, onions, garlic, and celery. I love knowing that my turkey had been well-cared for and loved, that she is about as organic as you can get, and that her purchase supported my favorite local farm girls. And my guests loved that tender, tasty turkey.

The women who own and run this business have created an attractive space through hard work and…read moreheartfelt investment, but after buying a few items from their farm store, I would say that it's unlikely that I would make a habit of shopping here. If no one is available to show me where items are in the disorganized room or to help me use my credit card, I would be at a loss. Prices were high, as they should be, but convenience should be elevated as well. Good luck to them as they sort these issues out.

Very nice stop and easy pull-off from the highway! The bathrooms are nice and clean and there are…read moresome information pamphlets as well as an interactive large map. There were lots of locally made treats in vending machines and I got the macaroons which came out nice and chilled. There was a nice staff member there who helped everyone out with the vending machines too. There was some "I heart NY" merch in shirts and mugs too. I'd love if they added Adirondack merch too though. Lots of seating, Adirondack-style chairs to stretch your legs out on if you're taking a break from driving. There is also a kids playground and a dog area as well as a small area for everyone else to walk around. Overall, it was a great and easy stop!

Surprisingly beautiful rest stop when you're just used to the NJ turnpike situations of bland…read morebuildings with the necessities. It's technically a welcome center which explains the fact that it's a much more calming and appropriately fitting to its environment in how it fits right in. There aren't any restaurants or shops here but plenty of vending options including souvenirs and other non food items. Facilities are clean and there's even a couple of photo op setups. It has a dog run and playground outside as well.

My husband and I stayed in the North Suite, a beautiful, comfortable suite with a fireplace and a…read morelarge bathroom. The room was quiet, clean, and the bed was comfortable. The owners were wonderful to us. We've eaten at their tavern many times. I recommend the caeser salad with grilled chicken, the jumbo shrimp appetizer, and the salmon, which was made to perfection. All in all, a wonderful place.

I visited in the afternoon of Labor Day 2023. Great atmosphere and a mix of tables in and out …read more Great simple country atmosphere , lots of worn wood , great looking bar (someone spent some time on that). Large outdoor seating area. The beer selection is well pretty wide. All craft or micro beers most from New England but a few further afield. If you are a sour beer fan this place is for you . It would be like a Christmas any month of the year. I am not a sour beer fan, in fact I really detest them. But if you like them, you will in a very happy place here. I had the Stone Corral Oktoberfest (Richmond Vermont). It was a pretty fine take on a . Marzen style ale. We shared a pretzel and the cheese board. The pretzel was your typical enormous soft pretzel. This one was just at should be fresh, slight chewy crust and soft inside. The Dijon mustard dip was good. The cheese board was huge enough for two for a lunch . A Brie like cheese, a pungent delicious blue cheese and a smooth but distinct hard cheese as well as a nice fruit jam , some slices of salami and actual fresh green grapes . Good service and pleasant staff. I didn't have them but the oysters look good and the prices for oysters on the half were quite reasonable

This past week was our second visit to the Bark Eater Inn. I can't compliment this place enough…read more It's close to various hiking trails as well as Lake Placid. Also, if you want to explore the inn's 200 acres of forest, fields and meadows you'll easily have your fill of nature without having to drive to a trailhead. I loved my morning walks through seemingly endless fields of wildflowers and then visiting the pond. Also, the farm fresh breakfast is incredible with Meghan & Tyler being the best hosts of any B&B I've been to in recent years.

My boyfriend and I recently stayed at the Bark Eater Inn to spend some time enjoying the outdoors…read morein the ADK - and we just booked our second stay at the Inn because we loved it so much! The rooms are gorgeous, clean, and comfortable. The grounds are beautiful with surrounding mountain vistas and stream. It's conveniently located with just a quick drive to Lake Placid, Keene Valley, and the Cascade xc ski park. Our hosts made us feel so welcome. There's a mini guest kitchen we used to store some of our snacks we brought and many nooks and places to enjoy meals if you don't feel like eating out. We loved our time there and can't wait to continue to visit.

Everything and everyone. It's inconsistent. Best burger I've ever had and the worst one. Same…read moreprice. Fcuk you.

Karin's Place was absolutely perfect for our group of 27 coming from NYC. The house was gorgeous…read moreand Jenny went above and beyond to make us feel at home. Her generosity and humor made our weekend very special. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend Karin's Place for any weekend getaway.

We stayed here for two nights, and had a good experience overall!…read more The restaurant was absolutely amazing as well! Everything on the menu looked incredible, and everything we ordered was as well. The dishes were a creative combination of flavors and textures. The drink menu was also carefully curated, including a variety of beers, cocktails, and more. My husband and I shared an appetizer, I got a veggie burger, beer, and mezcal margarita. The location was fantastic, right next to a Kinney Drugs and Tops, with a Stewart's basically across the street, making it convenient to pickup the few extra things we needed during our stay. Our room was cute too, with a record player. There wasn't a TV, so it felt like a step back in time to just relax. Great place to stay if you need to in the area.

The Deer's Head Inn Restaurant is an excellent place to enjoy great food in a warm and welcoming…read moreatmosphere. The restaurant has a cozy and charming vibe, making it perfect for dining with family or friends. The food is delicious, well-cooked, and full of flavor, with good portion sizes. The service is friendly and attentive, and the staff make you feel comfortable from the moment you arrive. Overall, it's a wonderful restaurant with tasty food, great service, and a pleasant atmosphere. Highly recommended, and I would definitely visit again.

Place was not good. Given a space heater'. No hot water. Place was musty and mildew. Couldn't…read morebreath left in the middle of the night.

I really wanted to like this motel, because it's so cute and cheap, and has a pool and parking…read more But, like Tupac said, we needs some changes. One is that none of the outlets in the rooms work. Another is that the WiFi doesn't work. Another is that the AC is broken. Another is that the shower water fluctuates from hot to cold on its own. Another is that the toilet makes a humming sound all night long. And another is that there was a blue powder in our room when we checked in that I suspect is some crazy drug. If you're set on staying here because of the price, be sure to bring toiletries, as nothing but toilet paper and minimal soap is provided, "minimal" meaning one bar the size of my pinky finger for four people. The cleaning guy doesn't actually clean the bathroom, so bring some baby wipes, too. One thing we did appreciate is that it's off the main road, so it's quiet and private.