We spend a lot of time in Stowe, VT - just over the mountain from Smugglers. As the others have said, it's beautiful! Winter, Fall & Summer! (Spring is wet & weather is iffy) Smuggler's is a very family-friendly resort - lots of activities for all ages. There's not much to do right outside of the resort, but head over the mountain into Stowe and there's a LOT to do! Skiing in the winter of course, a ton of outdoor activities, great shopping, dining, sightseeing. We LOVE that area (love it so much we bought a vacation home up there). Have fun if you decide to visit!!!