Review of The Field Guide Lodge in Stowe, Vermont

During a recent trip to Stowe, Vermont, I had the pleasure of revisiting one of my favorite hotels in the area, The Field Guide Lodge. I had previously stayed at this Lark Hotels property in 2020, so I was excited to revisit now that pandemic-related precautions were no longer needed and to stay in a new-to-me guestroom: a Trail House suite.

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The Field Guide Lodge has a distinctly Vermont feel, with plenty of nods to the area’s outdoors and ski culture. This is continued throughout the suite, which featured plenty of wood notes, a faux taxidermy deer above the fireplace and furnishings that incorporate woodsy elements. The suite was rather large, with a small entryway, large living space, furnished balcony, bathroom with both a shower and soaking tub, and a private bedroom.

While still modern, the suite did show a little wear and tear, and, unfortunately, the view was of the hotel’s pool area. While there was, thankfully, no excess noise due to this, it wasn’t exactly welcomed.

© Holly Riddle

Beyond the pool area, the property also offers a hot tub, fire circle and an expansive bar dubbed Après Only that was, admittedly, the most aesthetically pleasing, Instagram-worthy space I saw throughout the entire property, with its luxe vintage ski vibe. Daily (complimentary) breakfast is served here, and you can also swing by for a full drink menu and small array of snacks in the evening. Throughout my stay, the space remained relatively quiet, with only a few patrons in the bar at one time.

Otherwise, The Field Guide Lodge offers a relatively good location. While not within walking distance of Stowe’s Main Street, it is within walking distance of several restaurants, bars and shops.

In all, while the guestrooms could use a little TLC, this is one property I would continue to return to on future trips.