Guest Resources & Local Recommendations

Perfectly situated just off VT Route 30, Skylight Ski Lodge offers unmatched access to Southern Vermont’s best skiing, outdoor recreation, dining, and year-round attractions. Whether you’re planning a ski weekend, family reunion, retreat, or relaxed mountain getaway, everything you need is within easy reach.

Guests staying at Skylight enjoy quick access to multiple ski resorts:

• Bromley Mountain – 12 minutes
  Family-friendly skiing, lessons, and classic Vermont terrain.
• Stratton Mountain Resort – 25 minutes
  Large resort with ski school, dining, après-ski, and a pedestrian village.
• Okemo Mountain Resort – 35 minutes
  Known for wide groomed trails and excellent lesson programs.
   

Skylight Ski Lodge offers direct ride-in/ride-out access to Vermont’s VAST Snowmobile Trail System.
Guests can access the trail directly from the property, with no need to trailer sleds. This makes Skylight a favorite base for snowmobile groups looking for convenience and comfort.

Outdoor activities are accessible both on-site and nearby:

• Spruce Peak Trail – Access directly from the Lodge
• Green Mountain National Forest – Surrounding the property
• Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on nearby trails
• Summer swimming holes and quarries within a short drive
• Mountain biking, fly fishing, and scenic drives throughout the region
• Fall foliage viewing directly from Route 30 and surrounding mountain roads
   

Guests can access several scenic golf courses within a short drive:

• Stratton Mountain Golf Course – 25 minutes
  Championship course with mountain views.
• The Equinox Golf Course – 20 minutes
  Historic course at the base of Mount Equinox.
• Manchester Country Club – 15 minutes
  Classic New England course with a relaxed atmosphere.
   

Dining options are concentrated in nearby towns:

• Manchester, VT – 15–20 minutes (fine dining, cafés, bakeries)
• Stratton Mountain Village – 25 minutes (slopeside dining & après-ski)
• Windham Area – 15 minutes (casual group-friendly options)
   

For nights at the Lodge, guests may arrange food concierge services, including grocery pre-stocking, breakfast boards, and curated in-home dining delivered directly to Skylight.

Guests enjoy easy access to shopping and local markets:

• Manchester Designer Outlets – 15 minutes
• Downtown Manchester boutiques, bookstores, and artisan shops
• Manchester Farmers Market – Seasonal
  Located in Manchester Center, featuring local produce, baked goods, crafts, and live music.
   

Southern Vermont offers distinct experiences each season:

• Winter: Skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, holiday events
• Spring: Maple syrup season, quiet hiking trails, local sugarhouses
• Summer: Bromley Adventure Park, golf, swimming holes, fly fishing, outdoor concerts, farmers markets
• Fall: Peak foliage viewing, harvest festivals, scenic drives, hiking, craft fairs
   

Cultural and historic sites are easily accessible:

• Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home – 15 minutes
• The Equinox Resort – 20 minutes (spa, dining, golf)
• Local galleries, museums, and seasonal events in Manchester and surrounding towns
   

Families staying at Skylight have access to:

• Ski school programs at Bromley and Stratton
• Sledding and skating areas nearby
• Easy nature walks and beginner hikes
• Babysitting referrals available with advance notice
• Spacious indoor gathering areas at the Lodge for games and downtime