Mountain Top Resort

ding, it was advertised from 8am to 10am, but when I arrived at 8:10am, there were still empty areas of the table where there is a tag says "fruits", but no fruit to be found. I had to go out of the room and let the staff know about the lack of fruit at the very beginning of breakfast. And then around 9:45, still 15 minutes left to our paid breakfast, the staff started to take food and etc away from our part of the room to the main breakfast room. On top of that, after 2 of my guests sat down, 1 staff came around to their table to ask them "what do you want to drink?" My guests asked if there is cappuccino. But the staff didn't inform them there is extra charge for those. They were surprised with a bill when the staff came back with their drinks.

during a pandemic with state and federal guidelines changing every month made things that much crazier, but Mountain Top's staff were with us every step of the way to ensure our wedding and all the events around it (fishing, lawn games, rehearsal dinner by the beach, frisbee golf, clay pigeon shooting, etc.) were complete successes! When we couldn't make their scheduled tasting dates, they arranged a private one instead! Chelsea was super fast and thorough in answering our endless emails with numerous planning questions for months. Gayle in the floral department was so easy to work with leading up to our big weekend, and when we got to see her arrangements and creativity on our actual weekend, we were blown away. As our event got close, Carly took over for Chelsea seamlessly. Once we arrived, Carly was a ROCK STAR for the 5 days we were there. She was on top of everything and when surprises arose (as they do in all weddings), she kept us calm, quickly resolved the issues, and ensured our experience, and that of our guests, were never impacted. Beyond these superb ladies, the rest of Mountain Top's staff were also very kind, polite, and professional. All of the ammenities and activites are a blast. The setting cannot be beat. All of the various room and house options for lodging are amazing. I could go on and on and on. They gave us the best day of our lives for our wedding and we feel so happy and blessed that we chose Mountain Top.

The entire staff is accommodating, communicated promptly and clearly, and we’re overall so pleasant to work with. I had a million and one questions and Chelsea answered each of them with patience and professionalism. They were transparent from the beginning about cost, food options, the execution of the day, and all as covid-19 began to change details, Chelsea kept us informed every step of the way. If you’re looking for a venue that will take away the stress of planning a wedding, the MTI is it.

ement with 25 people. From the moment I spoke with Carly she completely got my vision and was able to work with us, our budget, and COVID guidelines. We were married on site and had dinner in the restaurant. The food was amazing. The service was top notch and if we needed ANYTHING Carly was on it right away. Our guests raved about how safe they felt and how nice it was to enjoy a wedding with everything going on. From our room, to the wedding, to the food we had an amazing weekend we will never forget. Thank you Carly for being superwoman! She set up all our decor and it was out of this world! We can’t wait to celebrate every upcoming milestone we have at MTI!

inquiring online, we were sent a complimentary overnight in their best suite! We visited in Feb ‘19 and instantly fell in Iove. It is.. stunning. The venue size is expansive yet quaint - never feeling crowded. The vibe is authentic Vermont. After one overnight, dinner, a massage, and a tour.. we knew this was it. Because we were so at ease, we turned a quick visit into a romantic getaway. After locking in our June ‘20 date, we began working with Cassie. She is the best! Proactive, professional, and friendly. We planned a Knoll/Barn wedding and a welcome party. Our biggest draw to MTI was that everything was on-site. We could host a wedding weekend without leaving the property – maximizing time with guests. The January ‘20 Tasting event was amazing. The food, vendors, and decor options helped us visualize our day. Our vendors were The Linen Shop, Dorset Bakery, Meadows Edge Floral, Prime Salon, Silver Arrow Band (we cancelled due to Covid) and Sam Bufalo Photography. All talented ladies we highly recommend. When Covid hit in March, MTI acted quickly to develop a backup plan. We moved our date to August ’20 and drastically decreased our guest list. MTI was great - never swaying us but arming us with info and support. We went from 120 to 15 guests: immediate family only. Our reception shifted from The Barn to The Jewel. On the wedding morning, the guys went skeet shooting while the girls went on a boat tour. It was easy to plan an activity before getting ready. Before our ceremony, it started to rain so Cassie leapt into action with backup options. As we decided whether or not to brave the rain, the shuttle picked up our guests with umbrellas. When the sun peeked out, we decided to head to The Knoll. Cassie radioed the MTI staff and they ran out to the wood benches with squeegees and towels! We were so impressed with their flexibility and attentiveness. Even with 15 guests and a blue tooth radio - the ceremony was seamless.. made more memorable and symbolic by the sun that followed the rain. The reception kicked off at the Jewel. The 1st floor had been transformed into our venue! The deck was our app station/dance floor. The dining room was our bar/dinner buffet, and in the living room sat a 16’ long dining table. The staff was amazing at flipping the space - all done contact-less. We enjoyed cocktail hour outside while the chef finalized the dinner buffet inside. Once ready, the staff left and we ventured in. The food... was incredible. Alone with family – the evening felt safe, relaxed, and intimate. While dancing outside that night, the staff came back to flip the space and clean (in record time). The night ended downstairs, lounging and playing pool. A day we will cherish forever. We even stayed another night (our 4th) to kick off our honeymoon. MTI will forever be special to us. We plan to visit for years to come. Even though we drastically changed our event size, MTI never made us feel like it was less important. The staff went above and beyond to make our day perfect. If you are considering this as your wedding venue, we highly recommend it. Thanks to everyone at MTI, especially Cassie. Your talent and kindness brought our day to fruition. We’ll cherish these memories for a lifetime.

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or the time being.... 5 out of 5 stars for sure - Perfect Vermont Wedding Venue. We used them for ceremony and reception. The Knoll was picturesque Vermont - overlooking mountains and a beautiful little lake. The barn was great for the reception - offered a wonderful backdrop that you could either dress "up" for elegance, "down" for cute rustic vibes, or a mix of both. We got married on a Monday (my grandparent's wedding anniversary), so it fit into our budget - site fees were waived and we got a larger discount on housing and food. The guests didn't even mind a Monday wedding like we thought they might, so if you LOVE this venue but are on a tight budget, I would suggest a weekday wedding so you don't have to compromise location. The "day-of" coordinator that is included is PRICELESS. I put it in quotes because Kelsey, our coordinator, went well beyond day-of. She made herself available for questions and guidance the full year and a half leading up to the day, and when we got there for the rehearsal, took everything into her hands. We dropped of all DIY/bought items (even a couple that still required some assembly) and that was it - on the actual wedding day, my husband and I had little to nothing to worry about - we showed up and everything was ready for us! Afterwards, they broke everything down, cleaned up, and left anything we might want to take home (flowers, extra desserts, everything we provided) in an easy pick up spot. High praise and recommendations for Mountain Top. If you still need convincing though, reach out for more info from them and they will likely offer a free night stay with your tour so you can see for yourself. That night stay is what sold us (wake up to see the sun rise over the lake, if you like that kind of thing), and we are SO thankful we went to check it out.

ng weekend! Cassie (our coordinator) was very attentive to any questions I had along the way and brought everything together at the end. The weather was not really cooperating, but we still managed to carry out our outdoor ceremony on The Knoll, with horse/carriage ride, family pictures in the Barn, reception on the beach at the Lakeside Pavilion. I wanted to give my guests the full experience of the property. My kids loved it there. The staff are so friendly, kind and go above and beyond to make everyone happy. The food is AMAZING!! The views are AMAZING!! I can't say enough about this place. I would recommend MTI to anyone looking to get married in VT. We will definitely go back often for anniversaries.

he rustic reception venue...it was everything we imagined and more. We were planning our wedding from Florida, and Cassie (our wedding planner at Mountain Top) made this a breeze. All of our guests couldn't stop commenting on what a wonderful experience they'd had. We had an absolutely perfect wedding day and we can't wait to come back to celebrate our anniversary here as well!

remony up on the knoll was breathtaking. The fact that everything was on site (rehearsal, ceremony, reception) was a huge benefit and made it so easy for guests. The only negative thing was the lack of clarity around pricing for lodging. What was shown on the website ended up being considerably less than what we ended up having to pay. I would encourage anyone considering booking rooms to get an exact quote for price of rooms as it seems that prices fluctuate considerably based on season and day of the week. However, everything else was so incredible it makes up for confusion around price of rooms ten-fold, which is why I still rated Mountain Top Inn & Resort 5 stars. It is such a special place that I would highly recommend to anyone looking to get married in Vermont.

ave to worry about weather too much!), to the fact that everyone can stay on-site--it's phenomenal. The latter was especially cool, as seeing your family and friends around the property all weekend, having your reception dinner down at the beach, then being able to walk from the ceremony to the cocktail hour to the dinner, all made the weekend feel special and unique. But, as I actually mentioned in my wedding toast, what we weren't ready for, and what I want to highlight here, are the people who are there and the atmosphere they create. Caitlin, our wedding coordinator, was phenomenal, involved while still giving us our space, completely prepared and professional to the point we didn't even realize we hadn't worried about anything related to organization until after the wedding was over (did I mention the wedding coordinator is included in your rental?). The staff was relaxed but on top of it, the wait staff was awesome, the whole place has a very chill-but-amazingly-nice vibe to it (free rentals of paddle boards, lawn game equipment, etc.). I walked away appreciating the people we worked with more than the view, and that's saying a lot. I could go on and on about how great Mountain Top is, but I promise you, make this the first decision with your wedding like we did, and you won't regret it.

l, knowledgeable and so sweet. Food was unreal. Can't say enough good things about MTI!

ail or phone call. We felt sure that our wedding would be exactly what we wanted because she was in constant touch with us, running options by us and giving us recommendations when we asked for them. The Mountain Top Inn's grounds are simply stunning. From the lake you can swim in, to the horses you can ride, the delicious restaurant, various lawn games outside, and gorgeous homes to rent, it was perfect for a gathering. We had our ceremony outside at the Knoll, which provides a breathtaking back drop for your vows. We had our reception in the barn and used the Mountain Top's florist for all of our flowers, Dorset Rising for the desserts, and Blush Salon for hair, make up, and nails. All of the vendors worked seamlessly with each other and there were no worries or concerns at all. I would highly recommend this venue for anyone who loves the outdoors and mountains. We had family come from near and far and many people stayed for several days, keeping busy with the many activities on the property. We will be coming back time and time again as it is beautiful in all seasons and a great location in Vermont.

t stopped looking at our pictures and reliving this magical day! The Mountain Top Inn and Resort is the perfect location for a rustic Vermont wedding. Our wedding Coordinator, Cassie, was such a pleasure to work with over the last year. She answered every question I had, my family had and my husband’s family had with professionalism, genuine care and concern. With all the weddings Mountain Top has, you would have NEVER known she had other brides that she was taking care of. She and her team took care of everything from measuring the window sills in the Barn for lanterns and decorations, to offering her own hair and time for a hair pre-trial, from organizing hors d'oeuvres and drinks to be sent to our photo location, to delivering our wedding gifts and cards to our room for the night. I truly can’t thank her enough and I know we’ll stay in touch! The pictures on here truly don’t do this venue justice. Take a minute to search their location or hashtag on Facebook and Instagram. If you’re a bride to be- once you see the views, guests living it up during cocktail hour, bride and grooms looking head over heels in love, you’ll begin to see yourself, your family and friends in those photos. No matter the season or time of year, Mountain Top feels like the most magical place on earth. While cell service is limited, it turned out to be a blessing to have some time to unplug with family and friends and truly enjoy the day. My last recommendation would be to stay a few extra days on either end to really enjoy the amenities Mountain Top has to offer, as well. We reserved guest houses for close family and friends and blocked off hotel rooms for additional guests. The guest houses were absolutely stunning and definitely worth the money! Be sure to organize in advance, which house will be hosting the rehearsal and wedding after parties! I loved everything about our wedding day and the service Mountain Top provided, was truly priceless. I can’t wait to come back and relive all these wonderful memories. Thank you Mountain Top!!!

ccessible through the whole planning process and who seamlessly transitioned our ceremony indoors when it rained on our wedding day. So many of our guests commented on how impressed they were by the venue. Book this place now - you won't find anything better!

s awesome. We are STILL hearing from guests about how phenomenal the food was (we offered prime rib and salmon). The service was great down to little things like needed help shoveling snow, they were there. Our guests loved how attentive the bartenders were throughout the weekend (huge deal for weddings - usually the main complaint I have). The details were ironed out with Chelsea our planner throughout the last few months before the wedding and they excited everything down to my very last note about what I wanted where. Chelsea + The Mountain Top Inn, Thank you so much for helping to make our wedding weekend one we will cherish forever. We also used Meadow's Edge, the on-site floral team, for our florals. Gayle and her staff did an UNBELIEVABLE job. She took everything I asked for and turned it into something out of a magazine. I am extremely picky about florals and she listened to my every worry and need. Especially considering it was March and there was no local florals to be had. Know that you're putting your trust into a wonderfully talented team at the MTI + Meadow's Edge.

or and she did everything she could to make sure we had the best experience, and we did!!! It is not cheap getting married at such an amazing place, with amazing views, but they have so many options to help you save money. We chose a Friday wedding which helped us out tremendously off the bat, and on top of that they have so many different packages to help you stay on budget and still feel like your having the most amazing wedding ever! The venue was worth every penny spent, the views are unbelievable, they have all the amenities you could need, and the staff are all so kind and welcoming, I felt like a princess all weekend long! We are not from Vermont so we didn't know where to begin with choosing vendors so we chose to use all the vendors suggested by the Mountain Top Inn, and they were all amazing, and Cassie helped by work closely with all of them which took a huge burden off my shoulders. I highly recommend choosing The Mountain Top Inn as your wedding destination, and we cant wait to go back every year! See our photos to see just how magical our special day was.

arn, keeping our guests informed of the events, and answering our never-ending questions during the planning process. We could not have asked for a more perfect venue for our wedding.

woods, etc). The facilities are spotless and well maintained (outdoor flowers are gorgeous.) We felt right at home. We had our rehearsal and the beach pavilion, ceremony at the knoll, cocktail hour by the pool, reception in the barn, and after party (with chicken tenders and tots) in the tavern. Food: The food is delicious. We had several people say it was the best wedding meal they have ever had. For the rehearsal we had the backyard BBQ (mac and cheese, salad, and corn bread still stand out in my mind.) For the cocktail hour, we had passed watermelon & feta, mac and cheese bites, chicken and waffle bites, and asparagus wrapped with prosciutto. For the reception we had the lemon statler chicken, prime rib, and maple salmon. We got our cupcakes from Dellveneri Bakery in Rutland (great price and tasty!) The wine and beer selection is wonderful too – great crowd pleasers. Staff: The staff is lovely (from the front desk to the waiters) We have to give a special shout-out to our coordinator, Ashley. Ashley is amazing! If she is your coordinator, then you have no worries on your wedding day. She is extremely thoughtful, organized, attentive. She kept us feeling relaxed throughout the weekend. Thank you, Ashley! (for those who don't know - the tip form your bill does not include your coordinator. Please tip your coordinator separately. They work so hard to make your big day special!) How we chose MTI: choosing your venue is hard. Here is how we chose MTI. We wanted the following in our venue choice: scenic, good lodging on site (some venues we saw had great food but shabby lodging), great food, outdoor activities for guests (our families love the outdoors), and easy to work with staff. Mountain Top Inn (MTI) had all of this; however, we were worried about budget. MTI helped us see our options based on our estimated 80 head count (we ended up with 69 final head count.) We found we could have our dream wedding on a weekday and we chose Monday (this was a new concept to us but worked out perfectly!) This allowed the family to come up and relax for the weekend, have our rehearsal on the Sunday, and the wedding on the Monday. MTI’s professionalism and quality was AMAZING. One tip would be to book your rooms/guest houses as soon as possible once you’ve started the contract process. We were waiting on our first coordinator to give us the green light on our contract and ended up missing out on the guest house we wanted to stay in (thankfully we got a new coordinator soon after and she was WONDERFUL! Also, the guest house we ended up in was lovely.) My other tip would be to go to the Wooden Barrel for breakfast sandwiches and quick meals – our families love a good breakfast sandwich.

ve the rustic Vermont feel of everything. We barely did any decor for our winter wedding as the natural scenery is just so beautiful not much else is needed. We did our ceremony outside on the terrace and we were provided with space heaters and blankets on the benches for guests which was such a nice touch. Caitlin was our coordinator and she was absolutely amazing! I had so many questions throughout the entire process and must have sent her a hundred emails, but she was so great and had an answer for everything I needed. The rehearsal and wedding day were flawless and stress free. Caitlin took care of absolutely everything from set up, to keeping things running smoothly and on time, and taking everything down the next day. We didn't have to worry about anything which I am so grateful for. Our wedding flew by so quickly, so getting to fully enjoy it was very much appreciated! We also loved their onsite services such as Meadow's Edge Floral. We worked with Gayle at Meadow's Edge for all our florals and decor and she did an amazing job! I was SO happy to see the results on our wedding day. The bouquets were absolutely beautiful and the garlands for the arbor and the farmhouse tables were perfect! They also have a great selection of candles, lanterns and other decor items that we used! The amount of candles needed ended up being cheaper to rent through Meadows Edge than purchasing ourselves, and all the set up / take down was done for us so it was totally stress free just like everything else!

d still rave about it! The location is absolutely GORGEOUS, and the accommodations (chalets or rooms in the main building) are beautiful and fun. We had about 70 guests and had 2 ceremonies: an Indian ceremony on Sunday night in the Jewel chalet with a tent set up right in front, which ended up being open (no walls) as we had such a perfect weather, and a Western ceremony on the grass at the knoll with the beautiful lake and mountains in the back, with the reception in the barn. We had a great experience, MTI made it look super easy - they are used to having weddings and a lot of thoughts have been put into any aspects that you can't even think of to make your big day is perfect. We had great weather but even the backup rain location would have been nice with view on the lake and mountains. Our MTI venue coordinator was Chelsea and she was professional, responsive and effective. Honestly our skills at organizing are not the best and it was a relief to be in such capable hands taking care of the all the logistics. We used mainly vendors that were already familiar with the venue and all had great reviews - again this made it very easy. We had : - Idena Beach Photography for photos/videos - a top notch experience with talented photographers and great people! (Idena and Mike) - see my separate detailed review - Top Hat Entertainment for music (ceremony and reception) and lights (reception). They were eager to play the music we gave them which included French and Indian songs - Meadows Edge Floral (MTI on site florist/decorator) - Gayle has been great to work with and eager to customize decoration for an Indian Mandap, she made beautiful arrangements that we could use for both ceremonies during the 2 days - Vermont Tent Company - Briana was great to work with and very responsive - MTI caterer for the main reception - here also they were flexible and we had a mix of dishes that were "standard" choices and custom Indian dishes - Guru the Caterer for the Indian ceremony food the day before - great food - MTI Spa for hair and makeup - hair was beautifully done although didn't last very long (could have used more pins?) and makeup was beautifully done. Thanks MTI for the great venue and the best wedding week-end!

wedding they have ever been to and this is because of Mountain Top. The food was so good both at the reception and in the tavern. Everything about this location is stunning. Cassie was our coordinator and she was absolutely incredible. Working with her was a dream and she made sure everything ran smoothly and that I did not have to worry about one thing. On the wedding day I truly had no stress because I knew she was on top of everything. I could tell that she truly loves her job and she wanted everything to be perfect for us. I cannot thank her enough!! The staff in the barn were great as well and so was the bartender Aaron. Brittni and Leah from MTI Spa did the bridal party makeup and they were wonderful! I loved my makeup and all the bridesmaids' makeup looked flawless. We got ready at the Mountain Aire which was SO nice (steam shower in master bedroom is heaven) and stayed there for 2 nights with the bridal party. My husband and I already cannot wait to return to Mountain Top. My only regret is that I can't travel back in time and relive that day. There is really no better place to get married. THANK YOU SO MUCH Mountain Top for our dream wedding. It brings tears to my eyes. You will forever have a special place in our hearts and I know we will return every year. I cannot speak highly enough about this place!! Absolutely amazing.

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g process was great while working with Chelsea. She so easily goes with the flow when things arent going to plan and I greatly appreciate her help in making the wedding of my dreams come to life. It was absolutely perfect.

nous backdrop. Everything went so smoothly. The wedding coordinator was extremely helpful and always had everything under control. Had our reception in the barn, which looked like a winter wonderland with the lights and Christmas tree. Even went sledding down the hill afterward with the bridal party! Overall a fantastic experience. Highly recommend!!

ich was very convenient because they knew the space and what looks good. Brittani did our makeup and Tracey did hair, they were both amazing! Our guests were mostly Vermonters and even they were amazed by this location and are planning trips back. Definitely have your wedding here and don't stress because the team at MTI has it all under control!

our guests (most somewhat local) were very impressed. We are so happy we found the Mountain Top Inn and Resort and chose it as our venue. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for an outdoor wedding at an easy-going place.

. It was a beautiful night for the rehearsal dinner and MTI even provided a campfire where our guests could make s'mores at the end of the night. During the day of our wedding, there were many activities for guests to partake in (such as horseback riding, pontoon boating, kayaking, canoeing, clay shooting, etc.). We had our ceremony at the knoll which was BEAUTIFUL. The mountain views were specular from all angles. We then had our reception in the barn. The barn was newly built and had a good amount of space for the number of guests we invited. The MTI staff were very helpful and supportive. They were always checking in and making sure everything was running smoothly. We highly recommend MTI for a wedding venue!!!!

lot of experience in managing weddings and it shows! Our guests raved about the food and said it was the best wedding they'd ever been to. I don't have anything negative to say about this place. Their coordinators do a great job. We had Cassie and she handled everything perfectly for us! The views and landscape are incredible and make for a perfect backdrop in pictures! Highly recommend using this venue.

ideas that the bride and groom bring in. We had three different coordinators over 15 months because of 2 coordinators leaving, which was frustrating from the perspective of continuity, but MTI was gracious about making sure everything was taken care of. Our final coordinator was Cassie and she was wonderful - very detail oriented, understanding, timely, and kind. Cassie answered all of our questions and was incredibly helpful (and patient!) with us and our families the whole weekend. We did a welcome party at the beach the night before - it was really great and with the separate spaces, you don't feel if there's another wedding going on. The wedding day went so smoothly; MTI helped with shuttling us around and attending to all the tiny details on our schedule and for our decorations. The staff, across the venue, were friendly, helpful, and kind. We used the MTI spa for our services and they were great as well. The food was tasty, the views can't be beat, the guest houses were very clean. We really have no complaints!

crisp. It’s a small paradise hidden in Vermont. The staff is efficient and friendly and know how to host a wedding. Our wedding coordinator was responsive and helpful and walked us through all the aspects of the wedding. Everyone was accommodating and helped us with every question we had. We were making changes up to the last week and they handled it easily and kindly. Without a doubt, I could not think of a better place to get married, and our wedding was perfect. It was so great that our guests could stay right on the resort and have lots of fun activities to do to stay entertained.

ame property as the weekend events and Mountain Top had the best layout for that. We had guests in the main lodge and houses. Everyone loved their accommodations. With the lake pavilion and barn we were able to enjoy waterfront and mountain views for the rehearsal, wedding reception, and send-off brunch. We were blessed with incredible weather which allowed guests to hike, kayak, canoe, and horseback! So many of our friends and family said the weekend felt like a mini-vacation. If you decide to go with Mountain Top (which of course you should) please ask for Ashley Reynolds as your Wedding coordonator. She is exceptional! Extremely supportive and available through the whole process. Ashley was always available to offer guidance and expertise and so prompt with email! She was such a support all weekend, I could not have asked for more. Thank you Mountain Top and Ashley for making all our dreams come true! - Ali and Brad

of the planning process, through the entire wedding, the Mountain Top Inn staff (especially our amazing wedding coordinator Chelsea) was there every step of the way to ensure our wedding would be the best day of our lives. Myself and my bridesmaids also had our makeup done by Brittany of the Mountain Top Inn Spa, and all of us were so so happy with our makeup. The Mountain Top Inn is full of a team of true professionals and we 100% without hesitation would recommend it for a wedding any time of the year.

d the food at our reception. The wait staff also made sure that my husband and I had drinks and/or food and were comfortable and happy throughout the event. (And our welcome event the night before!) Our shuttle bus driver was so accommodating as well and drove as late as we needed. I would say there were hardly any negatives about the venue, but we didn't anticipate how many outside vendors we were going to need and some of the extra rental costs we would incur along the way, but as we were planning the wedding, the mountain top were very clear and helpful about the budget and what we would need for our dream wedding (I think we were just a little green to the process as well but how many wedding planning experience does a person have?! haha). They also have a list of preferred vendors which can be helpful or a little tricky to manage as there are certain set up things that they would only do with their preferred vendors. We used some of their vendors and some of our own and it was perfect. The Mountain Top is just breathtaking and honestly can't be beat. Nothing can beat having your family and friends all in one place on the resort as well. They had so much fun spending the weekend together and catching up. I would definitely recommend this venue.

were over anyway. Nonetheless, our wedding party definitely enjoyed the spa and the hot tub, and the groom and groomsmen had a man day shooting clay guns. We chose the Mountain Top because of it's beautiful location overlooking the lake and the mountains, the perfect setting for our destination wedding. But, it wasn't just the setting that made our wedding day here unforgettable; everything from the food to the service to the numerous on-site lodging choices to our wedding coordinator far surpassed our expectations! Chelsea, our wedding coordinator, helped to make our wedding day flawless. She was truly a pleasure to work with. Chelsea has such a sweet yet assuring way which left me feeling completely calm and at ease throughout our day! I knew that I could trust Chelsea to make sure everything went smoothly and she did just that. The Barn at the Mountain Top was something out of a story book. It was the perfect amount of rustic we were looking for, but was still elegant and tasteful. My husband and I couldn't be happier with our choice in Mountain Top as our wedding venue! Highly recommend!

elped make wedding planning less stressful. From the day we got there for rehearsal to the wedding it self I felt complete taken care of. Everything went off without a hitch. Would definitely recommend it!

s to stay onsite, and The Mountain Top checked all of those boxes! While we had some issues with the Mountain Top staff throughout the process in terms of "being on top of stuff," we were able to work with them to figure it all out and the day came together very nicely. One thing to know is that The Mountain Top does a ton of weddings, especially in their prime Fall season, and often have multiple weddings per weekend. (Our week in mid-September, we had the Saturday wedding, and the Mountain Top had other weddings on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday of that week.) If something like that bothers you, I would say you might want to look elsewhere, but if not The Mountain Top makes for a beautiful setting, and you can really use their Barn reception space as a "blank slate" to decorate how you want.

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in Aire Lodge for our ceremony and cocktail hour, and moved down to the nearby tent for the reception and we loved the venue. It was nicely secluded from the rest of the resort and we felt like we had the place to ourselves in the forest! It was so fun having family stay in the houses on the property for the weekend - there are so many activities to do there. Every one of our guests raved about the amazing time they had. The food for the rehearsal dinner BBQ, cocktail hour, and reception was excellent. We really appreciated their flexibility with the menu and accommodating dietary restrictions. We can't say enough good things about this place! I think the icing on the cake was really the help of the coordinator - Bethany was great at responding to emails leading up to the wedding and was so calming and helpful the day of the event. It kept both the bride and groom very relaxed and able to enjoy the special day. We are so happy with our choice to get married at MTI and we strongly recommend it to anyone looking! We can't wait to go back and visit.

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received. I guarantee that you will not regret having your wedding here. The food at our wedding was delicious and every request/question we had were responded to promptly. It was a trek for our guests from both coasts to travel to this location--but it was well worth it! Thank you, MTI for having the perfect venue for us to celebrate our special day! And a big thank you to Chelsea, Sharon and Heidi for helping us create the exact wedding we imagined!

Every member of the staff was amazing and went out of their way to make sure our day was perfect. From the intimate rehearsal dinner we hosted at one of the cottages, to the nail, hair, and makeup services we had at the MTI Spa, each aspect of our wedding was a dream. The food was incredible and many of our guests commented on how impressed they were with the food and accommodations. Most importantly, our wedding coordinator, Caitlin, was a rock star! She made sure every detail was taken care of and not only ensured that our wedding planning process was stress free, but also that it was fun. This was such a gift as we were planning our wedding from out of state. Bottom line, we could not be happier with our Mountain Top wedding experience. It is a day we will treasure for the rest of our lives and we are so grateful for all MTI did to make it perfect!

endly wedding, but made the trip from CT to meet with the staff. We ended up choosing a Friday afternoon/evening wedding in January. I was so impressed with their ability to work within our budget. I honestly did not think it would be possible, but they made it happen. Many of our guests said it was the best wedding they had attended with some of the best food. We did station style food waves to help with our budget and there was PLENTY - everyone (myself included) was so full. Caitlin was an absolute pleasure, and our vendor team worked flawlessly together (El Folio Entertainment and Jaclyn Schmitz Photography). We did use the spa which was a lovely space, but would not return if given the choice for hair and/or make-up. We were in a wedding a few months before ours and the hair/make-up team they had was drastically different in quality (and lower in price). We paid over $400 with tip for my wife and I to have our hair and make-up done, which all in all took less than an hour and was not entirely the look we had hoped for. Don't get me wrong, the quality was good, but it was not wedding great.

wedding here you have a wedding coordinator included, who helps you plan along the way and is there on your rehearsal and wedding day to run everything smoothly. I would not have hired a coordinator if I had a wedding elsewhere, but boy am I thankful that Chelsea was there for us. She was so reassuring, calm, and organized. The inn has large homes in addition to the beautiful main inn building. They have an amazing bard with beautiful mountain views. We had a welcome party and rehearsal dinner catered in one of the large homes we had some family staying in (the mountain aire lodge). They were both great! It was such an amazing venue, it felt like having it at home, but you didn't have to cook or clean up ;) the food was awesome. We had popcorn with a toppings bar, nachos, sliders, truffle fries and then for the rehearsal, an amazing pasta bar. Seriously delicious, fresh, and the staff presented everything beautifully and kept everything stocked up. Our wedding itself was outstanding. Chelsea kept everything moving smoothly, the barn looked absolutely gorgeous, and the food and drinks were wonderful. We had a small wedding (about 60) and I was worried it would seem too big. They worked their magic and it seemed like it was meant to host our size wedding. After months of prepping all my things like table signs, escort cards, menus, photo booth and other details, it can be nerve wracking to hand it over for someone else to set up, but honestly they did such a fantastic job. Everything looked straight out of pinterest!!! The space is so versatile, you could have a rustic casual wedding or a black tie affair and they would both seem appropriate. There is also a spa onsite, and so many activities at the nordic center. The lake, ski trails, horseback riding make it a great place to have guests enjoy Vermont life. One of my relatives even got engaged on a sleigh ride during the weekend. Our whole wedding was so magical and full of love, and I attribute so much of it to the choice we made when we walked up to MTI a year and a half ago. Our jaws dropped when we saw this beautiful inn overlooking the Chittenden reservoir for the first time and we thought, there's no way a teacher and a grad student can afford this beautiful venue. But they are so willing to work with you, and the service is so amazing, it is worth it a hundred times over. We easily could have spent the same amount on a back yard wedding! This comes with setup, takedown, a wedding coordinator, an amazing tasting, full waitstaff, tables and chairs, and they provide all the catering from a huge and wonderful menu, bar service, and even the option of hair and makeup through the spa. You just can't beat it. One example of the service at MTI: my grandmother in law went to lunch at the restaurant (also great!) and was sitting near a door/window and was cold. A server brought over a small space heater to put under her table. The caring, professional, and friendly nature of everyone at MTI is what sets it apart. Don't be surprised if you see us back at MTI for holidays and reunions in the many years to come! :)

celebrate for the weekend. We hosted a welcome party, the rehearsal dinner, the ceremony and reception all on the MTI's property and I have ZERO complaints about anything. Our wedding planner(s) were attentive, helpful and overall amazing. The food was incredible, for all three of our events as well as the desserts, breakfast and all the tavern food (you have to try the truffle fries in the tavern). It was somewhat costly; however the $26k(ish) we paid was WELL worth the money. This also included the cost for us to rent a vacation rental for three nights, and putting our photographer up for two nights. A wedding at home in RI that ends at a set time can be just as costly if not more. MTI does NOT limit the reception time; however you do have to end by 2am as that's the law in VT. All our guests that decided to stay for two nights all stayed on the property without a hitch. There are local hotels that "one nighters" could stay at as well. I would recommend the month of November because it's their only off season month (costs are lower) and if you're having a large wedding, you'll likely take up most of the Inn. Don't hesitate, this place is amazing! Oh and don't forget to google image for pictures, the views are INCREDIBLE.

warm and friendly to our guests and us. The food was perfect, the coordinator (Caitlin) was fantastic, and honestly, could the view be any more perfect?! (the answer to that is no!) I'd recommend this place to anyone, no questions asked.

ed our day flow seamlessly -- we had absolutely nothing to do on our wedding weekend but show up and get married! The food, while on the expensive side, is delicious. The barn is beautiful, and climate controlled which is great for a hot summer or cold winter event. We had a great time relaxing on the Chittenden Reservoir before our rehearsal dinner, using the Inn's beach, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards to enjoy the water. The chalets and rooms we rented were likewise of very high quality, though again they are on the pricier side. We look forward to celebrating our anniversaries here for years to come!

commodating with every aspect of our wedding, and the food was excellent! The venue is on the more expensive side, but it is worth every penny. We already booked a weekend in the spring at MTI so we can enjoy the property without any wedding responsibilities...we absolutely love this place!

acation out of the trip for the week leading up to the wedding. Definitely take advantage of all of the amenities that the inn has to offer--kayaking, paddle boarding, pool/hot tub, horseback riding (extra $). The lodge itself is very beautiful, but if you have enough people, definitely stay in the vacation homes. Many people chose to do that and had a wonderful time. I would recommend both Four Pines and Wintergreen for larger families, but by far the best house (with the most amazing view) is the White Birches home where my husband and I stayed for the week. We also had our backyard barbeque for our rehearsal dinner there and the views were amazing--not to mention the 20+ horses that were wandering around the fields behind. Our guests raved about the food, both at the events and while they were staying at the inn. The ceremony was up on the "knoll" overlooking the mountains and the water. Not only were the views breathtaking, the landscaping was exquisite as well. Our reception was down at the beach pavilion (only 60 guests), and it was the perfect size and a beautiful location on the water. I would recommend eating in the pavilion and dancing on the deck outside--that way, you have enough space for both. While the ceremony and reception locations are spread out throughout the property, the staff was very quick and accommodating with shuttle rides whenever they were requested. We could not have had a better week there. Thank you!

s a perfect place for our wedding, and the accommodations (houses to rent) were above and beyond. We wanted a venue where everything could be in one location and MTI offered all of this and more. We had out of town guests rent houses in groups to save money and make a mini vaca out of our wedding weekend. We were able to get almost 1/2 of our wedding guests to ski at Killington the day before while the others, went xc and sledding at MTI. Now, I am a foodie and was so worried about the food...but it all came out hot and delicious! They set up everything and took it down and i was stress free on my wedding day! We had an outdoor ceremony in March (yes) where it snowed and MTI did an amazing job at working us to get a snow cat for our pictures, a sleigh ride to hold all of the wedding party as the entrance to the ceremony, hot chocolate for the guests, etc. We worked with Jodie and she made sure everything went perfectly and she never let me see her stress as I am sure she knew I would start to stress. Wedding was perfect and Jodie was there every step of the way to ensure our day was PERFECT. Our guests had SO many compliments about the service at MTI; welcoming, friendly, accommodating, etc. Go with MTI if you love that rustic/barn/outdoor venue.

ry step of the way. All of are friends and family are still talking about how much fun they had at the Mountain Top. My husband and I love this place so much that can't wait to visit and make an annual trip to celebrate our anniversary.

ing my husband and I free to soak it all in. Views, food, bar, outdoor ceremony - everything we wanted all in one great location. We chose this venue for the feeling we got from the moment we drove up to visit, and I am could not be more pleased with our choice. Just the best.

their time in Vermont, and there are a variety of housing options for different price points.

super-responsive to our many questions and also proactively made sure we were thinking about details that we needed to think through. The wedding weekend itself was terrific. The memory that best exemplifies our experience was after my wife and I went down the sledding hill in our wedding attire. We came back into the lodge invigorated, but cold and covered with snow. The staff had drinks waiting for both of us, a hot toddy for my wife and something called 'liquid fire' for me. That was pretty much how things went the entire time -- really friendly, attentive, and thoughtful service. The venue itself is beautiful. We wanted a rustic venue close to nature, but also a place where all our guests could stay on-site and Mountain Top fit that right to a tee. The event barn is a modern space with a rustic feel to it. It can accommodate a few hundred people, but did not feel too large for our wedding of about 90 guests. We had a winter wedding so many of our guests went skiing at Killington which isn't far away, or did cross-country skiing (there are a number of trails on the Mountain Top property). Pretty much everyone took advantage of the sledding hill, since they have sleds available for anyone to use at any time. A word about food - the food at the actual reception was great, but we were a bit underwhelmed at the tasting. Mountain Top does two tastings a year where they bring together all the couples who are getting married in the upcoming months. This way, you get to taste a wider variety of things, but I think that doing things this way makes quaity control a bit harder. For example, the salmon that was a bit dry at the tasting was perfectly cooked at the reception itself. I guess it's better to have the food come out well at the event than at the tasting, but something to keep in mind. The restaurant at the inn itself is terrific and we had many great meals there. Anyway, to sum it up, Mountain Top is a beautiful venue in a beautiful setting with really good food and great service. Highly recommended if you're looking for a wedding in a rustic venue without compromising on the creature comforts!

took care of every detail. No matter how big or how small the request was, Chelsea and the rest of the staff at the MTI made it happen. My husband's favorite beer is Switchback, so they made sure to have it on tap. I wanted to make sure I had the chance to sample my wedding cake and the rest of the desserts at my wedding and Chelsea made sure to put a sampler of desserts in my room for after the wedding. I had a very specific vision of how I wanted my wedding to be and Chelsea not only listened but made every detail of my vision happen flawlessly. I emailed her incessantly for almost a year and she never seemed to mind and always answered me promptly. The week before the wedding, she made sure to check her emails on her days off in case I needed anything. The rest of the staff is also top-notch. The bartenders at my rehearsal dinner and reception were so professional but at the same time were so fun and personable. They were the life of the party! No request was out of the realm of possibility. The servers also went out of their way for us all weekend. Everyone we met at the MTI during all of the trips up to visit prior to the wedding for planning purposes to the weekend of the wedding instantly became our friends and did everything they could to cater to our needs. We had our wedding in the off season so we couldn't use the boat house for our rehearsal dinner but the MTI let us rent a vacation home and it worked out so well! The food, from the rehearsal dinner to the reception to the farewell brunch was spectacular. All of my guests were raving about their meals! The Mountain Top Inn is a venue that allows you and your guests to get away for the weekend. It's a great place to have a well done, quality event that still allows you to feel as though you can customize your wedding every step of the way. You can plan your wedding exactly how you want it, down to every detail, or sit back and let the amazing, experienced wedding planners do it for you!

reception sites are very nice - I can't speak to the barn b/c my husband wanted the tent and we loved it, but the barn seemed nice too. The food was good, the backdrop and setting is phenomenally beautiful. We used the Mountain Aire Lodge to house us and several members of our bridal party for the weekend and it was amazing. It's a bit pricey but well worth the splurge!! The resort staff and our wedding planner, Lauren are all laid back and want to work with you to make your day exactly what you want. My husband and I have only the best things to say about The Mtn Top Inn/Resort, our wedding and our day! Thank you, Mountain Top Inn!

ng and picturesque despite rainy conditions. Khele and Leah made our day something very special for us and our families.

ber the details of what we wanted (we had to continually correct her), constantly tried to push for us to spend more money, and didn't seem to be enthusiastic about her job. To her credit, she had everything together on the day of the wedding and we had a wonderful experience. Would recommend to others.

n in the new barn. We worked with Chelsea, one of the two coordinators for the Mountain Top, from the moment we signed the contract. She was incredibly helpful, answering every single question I had and providing guidance throughout the year leading up to the wedding. And on the weekend of the wedding itself, she and the staff of the Mountain Top took care of everything including setup of our decorations, corralling everyone for both the rehearsal and the ceremony, coordinating the vendors, etc. Because of Chelsea and the staff, my husband and I were able to relax and enjoy spending the weekend with our family and friends. Every single element of the service was top notch. JR, the bartender, worked with us to get our signature cocktail perfected (and made sure we always had one in our hands at the cocktail hour and reception!), the wait staff was incredibly professional and friendly, and every single member of the staff was happy to help anytime a question arose. In fact several of our guests commented on how wonderful the service/staff was. I'd be remiss to not mention the food as it was fantastic. We received a ton of compliments on the prime rib but people also enjoyed the chicken statler and autumn risotto too (and the sides were all delicious!) To produce such good food in such large quantities is challenging but the Mountain Top did an amazing job. And the food was very reasonably priced. Our guests had a great time all weekend (several took advance of the activities on site on Saturday morning, including kayaking, clay shooting, tennis, etc.). And they loved having everything - including the rehearsal dinner - on site. We were absolutely thrilled with how the whole wedding weekend turned out and can't wait to return to the Mountain Top to celebrate future anniversaries.

d as to touch my wedding favors and decorations. I think the barn should be off limits unless accompanied by a resort staff member (for potential brides and grooms). Other than that, I was very pleased with my experience.

t. The lodging was wonderful as well. They offered me rooms at the same rate as the comfort inn. My final cost included rooms, food, rehearsal dinnner, the whole deal (minus the cake and the flowers). I can't say enough good things! everything was wonderful!

guest at our rehearsal dinner 'hoe-down' which was great! The food is amazing and Chelsea the wedding coordinator is great to work with! The tent on location is really beautiful and the entire tent has wood flooring! Can't say enough good things!

mountain views and the feeling of being at home there. We were newly engaged, so we went back home and looked for something comparable for the next year...Needless to say nothing in our area came close, so we decided to book our wedding here and we were so happy that we did! The staff is excellent, including the professional and calming wedding coordinators, and everything from the views to the gorgeous grounds, delicious food, and top-notch, responsive service was above and beyond our expectations for our wedding. Thank you MTI!

emed like a terrifying and daunting task of planning a wedding a pleasant and not so scary experience. From helping us pick the perfect location for the ceremony to reminding us that we would need table linens, she was on top of everything! The wedding itself was everything we could possibly have imagined and more. The staff, the facilities, the food, and the views were absolutely amazing! Our family and friends can't say enough good things about the Inn either and are hoping to go back this summer for a visit.

guests and offered something for everyone. From the start, their wedding coordinator Chelsea was extremely hands on. If it wasn't for her I may have lost my mind, especially because Hurricane Irene hit the weekend before we were supposed to get married. When the resort had no power and I was frantically emailing and trying to call, Chelsea got back to me the minute she could, calmed my nerves and assured me that everything would still go just as planned for our wedding..and she was absolutely right! Everyone arrived, with only minor detours, and I didn't have to worry about a thing. Chelsea and the resort catered to Mike and I to make sure we had the most perfect day. We couldn't thank Chelsea, The Mountain Top or any of our vendors more, they will forver be a part of our most exciting day!

or, Chelsea Howe, who was always available to answer any and every question I had as they arose during my year of planning. She was in contact with my vendors, and also had wonderful vendor recommendations. During our wedding weekend, she was present the entire time, and made sure everything ran smoothly. To give a few more details about the available services - we had 170 person wedding, and 7 different catered events over the course of the weekend. Friday we chose a buffet style BBQ dinner, we had brunches planned for both Saturday and Sunday morning, a soup/salad/sandwich lunch on Saturday, the cocktail party and of course the reception, as well as late night "munchie" food in the tavern following the reception! All of the food is made in the kitchen at the inn, so there is no need to bring in outside caterers (except for the wedding cake). They had SO many options for food, my husband and I had a hard time deciding what we wanted to offer at each event. They also had a full bar, and provided our favorite types of beer and alcohol during the course of the weekend. Almost all of our guests chose to stay at the inn, which provides guest rooms, cabins, and chalet homes with nightly rents. Transportation was provided between the inns and chalet homes (although within walking distance) which was necessary on our wedding weekend because it rained almost the entire time! A note about the rain - it didn't affect the wedding at all! Although there is a beautiful outdoor arbor/alter/chuppah for the ceremony which we were really looking forward to getting married under, the ceremony was moved inside last minute and was still beautiful. On the day of the wedding, I didn't have to handle a thing. Chelsea managed all of the vendors, and the tent, tables, and decorations were set up perfectly. She was there during the ceremony to tell everyone when it was their turn to walk down the aisle, and was there at the end of the night to make sure the kitchen was ready with the late-night pizzas we ordered for our guests! I could go on for days about the breathtaking mountain views, but you honestly have to see it to believe it. The weekend was perfect, and everyone told us what an amazing time they had, and how beautiful the location was. No one seemed to mind about the rain at all! I honestly can't say enough wonderful things about our experience at The Mountain Top Inn. The accommodations were warm and beautiful, the service was perfect, the food was delicious, and I would recommend this venue to anyone!

alty, and made the whole process a fun adventure from start to finish. On the wedding day, the food was perfect and everything went picture perfect. All of our friends said it was the best wedding they have ever been to- and they were not just being polite! Absolutely A+ in every regard! Thanks Chelsea and everyone at The Mountain Top! Joe & Sonia

tion was gorgeous, which made for excellent pictures. The price was reasonable for such a beautiful location. We stayed in one of the honeymoon suites and found it to be perfect for what we needed.