Best Family Vacations in Vermont
Vermont has 7 family destinations in our catalog, the same 7 already named in this page title.
7 family destinations across Vermont, ranked by what actually matters to families with kids — quality of pool/beach access, walkability, kids' programming, and honest cost. 18 editorial property picks below.
Top family stays in Vermont
Highest-scoring editorial picks — jump straight to a stay review, or read the ranked roundups before you shortlist a destination.
- Smugglers' Notch Resort
Jeffersonville, VT · Condo units run roughly $300-600/night for a 1-2 bedroom; prices include access to most resort amenities
92FamilyFactorOutstanding - The Lodge at Spruce Peak
Stowe, VT · Roughly $350–$700+/night for standard rooms; suites considerably higher. Guests staying 2+ nights receive a $100 nightly resort credit.
91FamilyFactorOutstanding - Tyler Place Family Resort
Highgate Springs, VT · From $4,200/week per adult, kids $600-$1,800/week by age (truly all-inclusive)
91FamilyFactorOutstanding - Jackson Gore Village
Ludlow, VT · Roughly $250–$600/night for standard rooms; multi-bedroom units $500–$1,200+/night peak ski season
89FamilyFactorExcellent - Sunrise Village Condominiums
Killington, VT · 1BR condos typically $200–$350/night; 3-4BR units run $400–$700+/night depending on season and unit; peak ski holidays significantly higher
88FamilyFactorExcellent
Destinations in Vermont
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Stowe
4 picksEast Coast ski + summer mountain coaster + classic family inns
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Killington
3 picksEast Coast's largest ski resort + summer adventure park for families
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Ludlow
3 picksVermont's most family-tuned mountain — legendary grooming, slopeside pools, and an Adventure Zone that keeps kids busy from June through Labor Day.
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Warren
3 picksSki-in/ski-out slopeside suites, a charming valley inn with family units, and condo rentals steps from the lifts — Vermont's Mad River Valley punches well above its size for family mountain trips.
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West Dover
3 picksSouthern Vermont's most accessible ski mountain pairs slope-side convenience with genuine four-season family fun — just 2.5 hours from Boston.
Highgate Springs
1 pickTyler Place Family Resort on Lake Champlain — all-inclusive family resort with programming from infants through teens
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Smugglers' Notch
1 pickVermont's top-ranked family ski resort — all-ages programming from infant care through teen activities
What kind of trip works in Vermont
We've indexed resort, rental, hotel stays across Vermont. Pick a destination above for editorial picks, or use the advisor to get matched to a destination based on your kids' ages and budget.
Frequently asked about Vermont
How many family destinations does Vermont have?
Vermont has 7 family destinations in our catalog, the same 7 already named in this page title.
How do you pick family stays in Vermont?
Destinations are ranked by what actually matters to families with kids: quality of pool and beach access, walkability, kids' programming, and honest cost. Featured stays use FamilyFactor, our 0–100 family-fit score.
Can I book a Vermont stay from this page?
Yes. The hotel search and stay links go to Hotels.com (and Vrbo when a rental fits). Checkout stays on those sites. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.