- Tons of onsite and nearby activities for families
- Spacious one- and two-bedroom suites with fireplaces and kitchenettes
- Camp Cook, a kids' cooking experience
About The Essex, Vermont's Culinary Resort & Spa
Situated on 18 acres between the Green Mountains and Lake Champlain, the AAA Four Diamond Essex Resort & Spa is almost guaranteed to offer something of interest to everyone in your family. In summer, kids keep busy day and night with fun outdoor activities on property or nearby such as swimming, biking, horseback riding, tennis and boating. In winter, activities on property include snow shoeing and sleigh rides. Indoors, enjoy a pool, a full-service spa and fitness center, cooking lessons at onsite Cook Academy, and dining at two award-wining restaurants: Amuse and Tavern, offering seasonal menus using fresh and local ingredients.
Kids will also enjoy Camp Cook, a cooking class for chefs ages 10 and up, offering two-hour classes and all-day and week-long programs where kids learn cooking skills, swim, garden and visit the farm zoo. At the Essex, you'll be just minutes from additional cultural attractions in Burlington, Vt., and a short drive to excellent skiing.
All 120 guestrooms and suites include a flat-screen TV, new 300-thread count linens, an i-Home audio system and high-speed Internet access. Select suites feature a sitting area with extras like a fireplace, whirlpool, gas stove or kitchenette. When making your reservation, be sure to check for available all-inclusive packages.
Written by Kimberly Liu
The Essex, Vermont's Culinary Resort & Spa Reviews
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