HOB KNOB INN, Stowe

Hob Knob Inn - A historic ski lodge with mountain views, seasonal pool, and two scenic ponds on 10 acres

Dating back to 1937 as Stowe's first ski lodge, Hob Knob Inn spans 10 acres along Mountain Road. This Stowe hotel features 20 air-conditioned rooms equipped with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, with select rooms offering balconies, fireplaces, and spa tubs. The property serves a continental breakfast with freshly baked bread, oatmeal, fruit, yogurt, and cereal. The on-site restaurant, operating since 1965, specializes in certified Angus steaks, fresh fish, and homemade desserts, while the lounge opens Thursday through Saturday from 6:00 PM. Outdoor amenities include a seasonal pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day), two ponds, and mature gardens. The property sits 7.5 miles from Smugglers Notch and 9 miles from Smugglers' Notch Ski Area, with the mountain road shuttle eliminating the need to drive to ski areas.

Pros

Located just 0.5 miles from Edelweiss Mountain Deli and 0.5 miles from Percy Farm Corn Maze

Natural wooded grounds with mountain views and mature gardens

Family-owned and operated by Kate and Rick

Direct access to cross-country skiing, hiking paths, and mountain biking trails

Cons

Pool operates seasonally only (Memorial Day to Labor Day)

Located 9.5 miles from Morrisville-Stowe State Airport