Topnotch Resort

Surrounded by 120 wooded acres, this high-end mountain resort is 4 miles from the ski slopes of Stowe Mountain Resort.

Refined, airy rooms offer marble bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, as well as Keurig coffeemakers. Suites add pull-out sofas, and balconies or decks. The 2-5 bedroom houses include kitchens.

There's a modern restaurant and a relaxed lobby bar serving food. Other amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, a spa and meeting space. Organized activities include kayaking, canoeing, hot air ballooning, ziplining and golf. A resort fee applies.