Vermont Golf Resorts

Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa has compelling golf for everyone from newbies and kids to those playing from the tips. First, tee up at the resort’s complimentary 9-hole, par-3 executive course that winds through the property. Next, head over to the majestic Stowe Country Club for a world-class round in the heart of Stowe Village with panoramic views of the mountains, beautiful fairways and perfectly manicured greens. If that’s not enough, there’s plenty of laughs and challenges waiting for you at Stowe Golf-in-Miniature just across the street. 

The resort has 180 luxurious guest rooms available in the breathtaking Green Mountains for your next golf getaway. There are also larger suites and private townhomes for groups who need more space or a little more privacy. Room amenities include cozy gas fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, plush linens, geothermal climate control, Keurig coffee makers, free Wi-Fi and a wet bar. 

The beautiful wilderness surrounding the resort offers a plethora of outdoor adventures. Guests can relax poolside or enjoy al fresco dining on the porch, or head to the nearby Recreation Path for scenic trail hiking and biking. The list of outdoor to-dos is endless: canoeing, fishing, horseback riding, gliding, hot air ballooning, zip lining, antiquing, shopping and more. When it’s time to relax, book a refreshing spa treatment at the resort so you’re loose and limber for that next round of golf. 

It’s said that “the sun never sets on a Robert Trent Jones golf course,” and this premier 18-hole, par-70 gem in Woodstock, Vermont is no exception. Consistently rated as one of the nation’s top resorts, the Woodstock Country Club features twisting fairways, challenging bunkers, water hazards and other natural features that will test your mettle. 

The Woodstock Inn & Resort is the perfect home base for a golf vacation in New England. First, brush up on your skills at the 9-hole putting green and driving range at the resort, or book a private lesson or clinic with one of the PGA pros on staff before heading to the country club. If you’re looking for something lighter, head over to Quechee Gorge Mini Golf in the nearby town of Quechee for plenty of smiles with family or friends. 

The resort offers 142 newly renovated guest rooms that exude luxury at every turn and are only steps from the putting green and driving range. Guests can relax on the property, enjoy a pampering spa treatment at the resort, or take in the majestic views along the many miles of local hiking and biking trails. Or, enjoy a round of golf followed by lunch on the deck overlooking the course as you talk strategy heading into the next round. 

Hit the links at Lake Champlain for epic golf on 18 championship holes with a slope rating of 126 at the Golf Club at Basin Harbor. The player-friendly course features contoured fairways, rolling hills, stately trees and perfectly groomed greens surrounded by the majestic lake. The Geoffrey Cornish-designed course is an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Golf Course and incorporates natural wildlife and features into its unique design. The result is a beautiful lakeside retreat with inspiring golf from Hole 1 through the 18th cup. 

A stay at Basin Harbor is the quintessential summer golf getaway. The resort is a member of the Historic Hotels of America. Guests can relax on the 700-acre estate that used to be a working farm and kick back at the main lodge, the gardens, the marina or tour the nearby Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. There are a total of 150 rooms and cottages for guests to unwind and enjoy the local surroundings. Accommodations range from traditional hotel rooms to one-of-a-kind cottages that can fit larger groups or families. 

The hotel presents delectable eats at the lakefront dining room Ardelia’s, casual cuisine at the Red Mill Restaurant, lighter fare in the Ranger Room and a traditional lakeside lobster bake at the North Dock three nights a week during the summer.

The Golf Club at Equinox is a Walter Travis-designed course with undulating greens, sweeping fairways, spectacular views and lots of fresh mountain air. The par-71 course covers more than 6,400 acres of mountain landscape filled with natural obstacles and unique challenges at every hole. The club also offers top-flight instruction from PGA pros and is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s top courses.

Off the course, golfers can kick back at one of the resort's 195 freshly renovated guest rooms and suites spread across four unique buildings. The hotel has a 19th Century harmonizing country charm but has all of today’s modern conveniences. The resort features high-end finishes and amenities like valet parking, spa bath essentials, a fitness center, sauna and heated pool. 

The surrounding area has several adventures off the links, too. When it’s time to take a break from golf, try your hand at fly-fishing, tennis, skeet shooting, canoeing or horseback riding. For a more relaxing vacation, schedule a relaxing spa treatment or sample local fare at one of the Equinox’s amazing dining spots like the Chop House, Falcon Bar or Marsh Tavern. On the course, make the turn and stop in for lunch at the Dormy Grill. 

Discerning golfers love the convenience and high-end luxury at the world-class Topnotch Resort in Stowe. The intimate resort has 68 rooms and 23 amazing resort homes surrounded by a 120-acre wooded mountainside estate with lush woodlands and unmatched serenity. The hotel is less than 20 miles from more than 10 public and private courses, including Stowe Country Club, West Hills Golf Club, The Lodge at Spruce Peak, Copley Country Club, Blush Hill, Woodbury and West Bolton. 

The hotel offers unprecedented access to endless summer fun like horseback riding, hiking or biking, and is known for its excellent year-round tennis program. Around town, guests can spend time off the golf course by shopping and exploring historic downtown Stowe at its eclectic mix of coffee shops, micro-breweries, cafes, restaurants and antique shops. 

Back at the resort, guests can fill up on regional farm-to-table cuisine that is just as tasty as it is unpretentious. A Topnotch, guests can celebrate local tastes ranging from freshly crafted artisan cheeses to signature maple syrup at Flannel, an open-kitchen bistro, or The Roost, the resort’s upscale contemporary restaurant with its own executive chef, craft beers and ambient patio dining. Guest rooms at Topnotch are charming, well-appointed and chock-full of luxury comforts and amenities. 

Lake Morey in the beautiful Green Mountains has been home to the noted Vermont Open for more than 50 years. The 18-hole course is a par-70 with a variety of grueling sand traps, water hazards and well-guarded greens. With large trees, sweeping fairways and supple greens, the course has a mature, finished design that plays consistently though all conditions. The course plays flatter on the front nine holes but picks up after the turn with a more rolling back nine holes. 

This golf destination is perfect for golfers who want to play the same holes that the pros play. The resort is less than three hours’ drive from Boston and Hartford, so it’s a great weekend golf getaway. When you’re not on the course, there’s plenty of swimming, hiking, canoeing, paddle boarding, water skiing, tennis, volleyball and more. The mountain lake has the longest skating trail in the U.S. and there are even smaller rinks for skating and pick-up hockey.

The hotel has suites and deluxe rooms available that have panoramic views of the lake and all the amenities you’d expect at a world-class hotel. Rooms are well thought out and have comfy beds with plush linens and high-end finishes throughout. 

The Links at Lang Farm is one of the newer courses in Vermont, but the accolades have been rolling in since the course opened in the early 21st Century. In its short history, the course has been recognized a one of the Top 25 par-3 courses in New England by New England Golf Monthly and voted as the reader’s favorite new golf course by Northeast Golf Magazine. 

The 4,000-yard course winds through pumpkin patches, wetlands, white pine trees and other obstacles – making it one of the most unique courses in Vermont. The Links is known for its excellent play, gentle greens and challenging bunkers. The course has three sets of tees and is popular with both beginners and seasoned pros. It plays quickly, and you can squeeze in 18 holes in under three and a half hours on average. Off the course, players can hone their skills at the 20-station practice facility that has a driving range, practice bunker, two putting and chipping greens. 

The Essex is only minutes away from the Links at Lang Farm and has 120 guest rooms and suites that have distinctive character and an inviting charm that you won’t find at most standard lodging in Burlington. Guests can choose from traditional rooms, spa suites, premier suites and fireplace mini-suites available.