• Take 10% off our standard room rates for stays of 4 or more consecutive nights. This discount does not apply to Golf & Stay Packages, and may not be combined with any other special offers. It is not valid during holiday periods.
• Take $10 off our daily room rate for single occupancy, midweek only, holiday periods excluded.
• Mad River Glen Shareholders receive an additional 5% discount on your total room rate! This discount does not apply to Golf & Stay Packages, and is not valid during holiday periods. You must mention this special at time of booking.
• Discounts may not be combined.
• Group rates are available. Why not consider an exclusive inn booking? Contact us for details.

The rates for the specials listed below are in effect from May 15, 2008 - September 18, 2008. We will update the rates on this page for subsequent spring & summer seasons as the time approaches. Please contact us directly if you have any questions regarding possible seasonal rates beyond the posted booking period.

Golf & Stay Packages | Weekend Getaway Package | Weathertop Dining Package
Asian Dining Adventure | Spring Birdwatching Package | Open Studio Weekend
Vermont Quilt Festival | Mad Rally | Asian Culinary Odyssey | Stage Race

For those that don't fancy Vermont's winter climate or winter sports, there is always golf season in the Mad River Valley...

The Sugarbush Golf Club is one of the finest mountain courses in all of New England. Combine a round of golf (or two...) with a stay at Weathertop Mountain Inn for a warm-weather getaway that can't be beat.

The rates on the following table apply for the 2008 season. Shoulder Season is from course opening through 15-June and from 02-September until course closing. Peak Season is from 16-June through 01-September.

• Golf & Stay packages include discounted lodging and discounted tickets for golf.
• RATES ARE PER PERSON PER ROUND OF GOLF, and are IN ADDITION TO THE LODGING RATE.
• For all Golf & Stay packages, our normal lodging Terms & Conditions, Deposit & Cancellation Policies and General Policies apply, unless otherwise noted.
• All golf packages must be booked three (3) days prior to arrival.
• All rates are subject to change without notice.
• Holidays: Memorial Day (26-May), July 4th, Labor Day (01-Sept) & Columbus Day (06-Oct).

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Need some time to unwind? Want to get away from it all, if just for a few days? Let us help, in any season! While you will have to decide how best to relax and have fun, we can take care of everything else.

Start off with a welcome bottle of sparkling wine on Friday evening. Follow this up with a full breakfast on Saturday morning. Go out and play for the day, then return to a 4-course dinner with a select bottle of wine. To ensure you don't leave hungry, we also provide a full breakfast on Sunday morning.

Can't get away for the weekend because your off days are midweek? Not to fear! We offer this special anytime, and our midweek rate is even lower!

With everything the Mad River Valley has to offer, we're sure to see you again!

Weathertop is pleased to offer the following weekend getaway packages to our guests:

• $302 per couple per weekend!!!
• Holiday Periods: Not available.
• Weekday Discount: $20 per couple.

What's included:

• A bottle of sparkling wine on arrival.
• A 4-course dinner for two on Saturday evening, chosen from our nightly menu.
• A bottle of wine with dinner from our select list.
• 2 nights lodging in a Queen Room.
• A full, cooked-to-order breakfast daily.
• Additional beverages may be purchased at an extra charge.
• Rates do not include a 9% Vermont Rooms and Meals Tax or a 4% Community Sponsorship Fee.

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After an action-filled day of golfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, etc., why spend the extra time and energy to prepare for a dinner elsewhere? Why not dine with us in a relaxed and unhurried atmosphere? Take it easy - you're on vacation...

Have a soak in the hot tub, enjoy a glass of wine from our extensive menu, then join us for a casual, culinary feast. Our menu ranges from hearty to eclectic, and is very reasonably priced. If you crave something from Southeast Asia, we're the only place to be in The Valley. Hand-carved steaks and chops are also a specialty! Dine with us once, or every evening. The choice is yours...

Weathertop is pleased to offer the following dining package to our guests:

• Any 4-course dinner from our nightly menu at $27 per person per night.
• Rates do not include a 9% Vermont Rooms and Meals Tax.
• Beverages may be purchased at an additional charge.
• These rates are only valid for advance bookings, otherwise our a la carte rates apply.
• Advance notice is required if you plan to dine with us on the evening of your arrival. Otherwise, you can let us know in the morning your plans for any other day of your stay.

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If you have a passion for the diverse cuisines of Asia, or wish to try one you have never experienced before, our Asian Dining Adventure is not to be missed! You pick the country, you pick the main ingredient (protein source), and we take care of the rest...

For $60 per couple, you get a starter, a salad and a main course - chosen by us - from your selected country, followed by a fabulous dessert from our nightly menu. Visit Asia for an evening - no passport required!

All you have to do is answer three questions:

• What country? Cambodia/Laos, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia/Singapore, Thailand or Vietnam
• Main ingredient? Beef, Chicken, Duck, Pork, Fish, Shrimp or Tofu
• Any dislikes or allergies?

Additional information:

• Rates do not include a 9% Vermont Rooms and Meals Tax.
• Beverages may be purchased at an additional charge.
• Advance reservations are required to experience our Asian Dining Adventure. We need additional time for preparation and ingredient procurement, but it's definitely worth it!
• This dining special may not be available during busy holiday periods - please inquire.

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The Mad River Valley is an excellent location for birdwatching in any season; however, it is extra special in the springtime. With acres of uninterrupted forest in the mountains, birders have the opportunity to witness neotropical migrants in their breeding grounds. Our Green Mountains are home to such birds as the rare Bicknell's Thrush, the Blackpoll Warbler and the Golden-crowned Kinglet.

Journeying to the valley floor, one will find lush agricultural fields and grasslands where the American Woodcock and Bobolink are found. Alder swamps provide breeding grounds for the Yellow Warbler and Alder Flycatcher, while the Mad River provides a haven for Spotted Sandpipers, Common Mergansers and Warbling Vireos.

Plan some time birdwatching in the Mad River Valley this spring, and receive a lodging/dining package at Weathertop which includes a guided walk hosted by our resident birding experts - The Mad Birders. Every walk is unique, featuring different topography and different birds. All guided walks begin at easily located meeting points within a 3-15 minute drive from Weathertop. A list of scheduled walks is provided below. More details can be found on The Mad Birders website. Why not stay some extra days and explore other birdwatching trails of the Mad River Valley on your own? Just bring your walking shoes & binoculars and we'll take care of the rest!

Weathertop Mountain Inn is pleased to offer the following birdwatching package to our guests:

What's included:

• Evening lodging at the inn.
• A 4-course dinner for two, chosen from our nightly menu.
• A boxed breakfast & hot beverages on the day of your early-morning guided walk.
• A copy of the book "Birdwatching in Vermont" by Ted Murin and Bryan Pfeiffer (one copy per room).
• A copy of the Mad River Valley Trail Map (one copy per room).
• All fees to The Mad Birders for the guided walk.

Cost:

• $185 per room, double occupancy. Extra persons @ $50 each.
• Additional nights with dinner at $155 per room, double occupancy. Extra persons @ $45 each.
• Rates do not include a 9% Vermont Rooms and Meals Tax or a 4% Community Sponsorship Fee.

Scheduled walks:

• 5/17: Old Center Fayston Road Walk, 7:30 AM @ Old County Road.
• 5/22: Freeman Hill Walk, 7:30 AM @ Freeman Hill.
• 5/25: Center Fayston Walk, 7:30 AM @ Shaw's Parking Lot.
• 5/29: Mad River Path Walk, 6:30 AM @ Meadow Road Parking Lot.
• 5/31: Wu Ledges Walk, 7:30 AM @ Shaw's Parking Lot.
• 6/05: Blueberry Lake Walk, 7:30 AM @ South Blueberry Lake.
• 6/07: Mt. Ellen Alpine Bird Adventure, 6:30 AM @ Mt. Ellen Parking Lot.
• 6/12: Moretown Common Walk, 7:30 AM @ Shaw's Parking Lot.
• 6/14: Ward Hill Walk, 7:30 AM @ Shaw's Parking Lot.
• 6/19: Phen Basin Walk, 7:30 AM @ Shaw's Parking Lot.
• 6/21: Granville Gulf Walk, 7:30 AM @ Shaw's Parking Lot.
• All guided walks last approximately two hours except Granville Gulf which is a full morning.

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Vermont is home to some of the finest crafts people and artists in the country. The unusual beauty of Vermont's countryside and the solitude and peace found here nurture the creative spirit. Our community of 1500 professional crafts people and artists includes quiltmakers, printmakers, potters, furniture makers, metal workers, weavers, painters, and glassblowers.

Most Vermont craftspeople work in studios located in or close to their residences. These are places of production and inspiration located in downtowns as well as at the ends of dirt roads. Wherever their locations, they are exciting places to visit because they reflect the dynamic yet organized process that is used to produce the finished work of art.

This coming Memorial Day Weekend celebrates the 16th anniversary of the Vermont Open Studio Weekend. More than 264 sites will be open to the public, with more than 300 artists and artisans participating. Many galleries will host educational forums and feature special exhibits in conjunction with this event.

Why not utilize Weathertop Mountain Inn as your relaxing home base for this creative weekend? We are centrally located, and within easy reach of many event participants. Stay with us for Open Studio Weekend and receive a $10/night discount off our standard room rates. To receive this discount, you must mention this special at the time of booking, or show us a craft item which you purchased in support of our local artisans!

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Preparations are in full swing for the 32nd Annual Vermont Quilt Festival, held from June 26 - June 29 at The Champlain Valley Expo Center in Essex Junction and St. Michael's College in Colchester. The Festival will kick off with a Preview Social, a Quilt Contest Awards Ceremony and a Champagne & Chocolate Preview on the evening of June 26th. Hundreds of quilts will be on display in this annual contest, as well as moving quilt exhibits, antique quilts and art quilts. During the course of the Festival, there will be many special events and programs to tempt both serious and light-hearted quilters and quilt lovers.

For the quilter who wants to expand his or her horizons, there will be 83 classes (including two for the 8-15 year old set) taught by some of the best known quilt artists and teachers in the country.

Rather than choosing a local dorm room or chain motel for lodging, why not consider a stay at Weathertop Mountain Inn while attending the festival? We're an easy 45 minute drive from the Expo Center, and you can experience first-hand the beauty & serenity of our The Mad River Valley. Stay with us for the Quilt Festival and receive a $10/night discount off our standard room rates. To receive this discount, you must mention this special at the time of booking.

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Enjoy motorcycling in the beautiful Mad River Valley of central Vermont. The Valley is home to numerous scenic routes ideal for motorcycling, including Routes 17 & 100, considered by many to be two of the premiere motorcycling roads in the U.S.

On July 11-13, Kenyon's Field in Waitsfield will host the annual Mad River Motorcycle Rally. Every year, more people come to The Valley to experience this growing event. Come for yourself, and see what riding in our valley is all about! On top of everything else, the weather couldn't be better...

Ride to Weathertop Mountain Inn for The Rally and receive a $10/night discount off our standard room rates. To receive this discount, you must mention this special at the time of booking, or arrive on two wheels!

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Beginning on Wednesday, August 6, join us at Weathertop Mountain Inn for a culinary tour across Southeast Asia. Our contribution to this year's Vermont Festival of the Arts will be a series of 4 artfully prepared 4-course feasts. Each dinner will highlight the unique cuisine of a different Asian country/region. Come to one event, or come to all, and really experience the culinary diversity that Southeast Asia has to offer! We will also be featuring an eclectic selection of very reasonably priced beer, wine, and sake to pair with these offerings. Visit 7 countries in 4 weeks! No passport or visa is required, but please bring a hearty appetite!

Each dinner is priced at $40 per person, tax included.

We will have one seating each evening, starting promptly at 6:30 PM. Participation is limited and reservations are required. Please contact us at 802-496-4909 to "book your passage"...

Our Itinerary:

• Wednesday, August 6 - A Taste of Indonesia, Malaysia & Singapore
• Wednesday, August 13 - A Taste of Thailand
• Wednesday, August 20 - A Taste of Cambodia, Laos & Vietnam
• Wednesday, August 27 - A Taste of Vegetarian Asia

This is a sanctioned event of the Vermont Festival of the Arts.

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The Green Mountain Stage Race, Aug 29 - Sept 1, is one of the most challenging, competitive cycling events held in New England, and Weathertop Mountain Inn is situated in the heart of the action! As always, an early and hearty breakfast is guaranteed to all riders. After a grueling day of cycling the roads around the Mad River Valley, come back for a soak in our hot tub, a leisurely dinner in our restaurant, and a comfortable night's sleep.

Stay 4 or more nights and receive a 10% discount off our room rates.

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