About the Jeffersonville and Cambridge Area<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nSmugglers\u2019 Notch Resort sits in a dramatic mountain pass in northern Vermont, between Madonna Mountain and Sterling Mountain. It\u2019s long been ranked among the top family ski destinations in the Northeast \u2014 three interconnected mountains, terrain for every level, and a relaxed atmosphere that skews friendlier than the busier resorts to the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jeffersonville sits at the base of the Notch on the Cambridge side, about two miles from Smugglers\u2019 Notch Resort. It\u2019s a working Vermont village rather than a resort town; there\u2019s a grocery store, a few good restaurants, an art gallery, and canoe rentals on the Lamoille River. The surrounding area feels genuinely off the beaten path, even though the resort is just up the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One thing worth planning around: the Notch Road \u2014 the scenic pass that connects this side of the mountain to Stowe \u2014 closes seasonally from roughly mid-October to mid-May. When it\u2019s open, Stowe is about 20 minutes away. When it\u2019s closed for winter, the drive around is approximately 50 minutes. During ski season, most visitors find there\u2019s more than enough to do without making that detour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nThings to Do Near Smugglers\u2019 Notch by Season<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOne of the reasons this area draws repeat visitors is the range of activities across all four seasons. Here\u2019s what to expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Winter<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Skiing and snowboarding at Smugglers\u2019 Notch Resort \u2014 three interconnected mountains with terrain for every level<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing through old-growth forest<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ice skating and family activities at the resort village<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Spring<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Fly fishing the Brewster River as snowmelt brings cold, clear water<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hiking the Long Trail \u2014 several of the cabins below sit within walking distance of trailheads<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Watching the Notch Road reopen, which locals treat as a proper seasonal milestone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Summer<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Disc golf at Brewster Ridge \u2014 internationally ranked and one of the best courses in North America<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Canoeing and kayaking on the Lamoille River from Jeffersonville village<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ziplining and aerial adventures at Smugglers\u2019 Notch Resort<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swimming holes, waterfall walks, and mountain biking on local trails<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Fall<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Peak foliage drives through the Notch and into the Champlain Valley<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Apple picking and farm visits in the surrounding towns<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hiking with ridgeline views of the fall color from the Long Trail<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
A Note on Disc Golf<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe Brewster Ridge disc golf course<\/a> near Smugglers\u2019 Notch deserves a specific mention because it\u2019s not widely known outside disc golf circles despite being ranked among the best courses in the world. The course threads through Vermont hardwoods with serious elevation change, making it a memorable round for players of any skill level. The Notch Lodges chalets are just minutes away, and at least one chalet even has a disc golf basket on site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nCabin and Chalet Rentals Near Smugglers\u2019 Notch to Consider<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAll five properties are in Jeffersonville or Cambridge, within two miles of the resort. They\u2019re all pet-friendly, all bookable directly through Stay with no service fees, and available to be combined for groups who want separate spaces on the same trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Charming Vermont Log Cabin \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nSleeps 6 \u00b7 3 bed \u00b7 2 bath \u00b7 From $202\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe log cabin<\/a> sleeps six across three bedrooms and is well-suited for families or groups. It has a gas fireplace, a firepit with seating for six, a gas grill, a fully equipped kitchen, and an in-unit washer and dryer. Located 2 miles from Smugglers\u2019 Notch, with easy access to the village of Jeffersonville for dining and grocery shopping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n2. Blue Jay\u2019s Blue Chalet \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nSleeps 4 \u00b7 2 bed \u00b7 1 bath \u00b7 From $127\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nA peaceful streamside chalet less than 500 yards from Smugglers\u2019 Notch Resort and minutes from the Long Trail. There\u2019s even a disc golf basket on the property for a warm-up round. Note that the upstairs bedroom is accessed by a steep, narrow staircase, which adds to the character but isn\u2019t for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n3. Vintage Chalet \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nSleeps 4 \u00b7 2 bed \u00b7 1 bath \u00b7 From $127\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nA romantic, wooded retreat with a fireplace, a streamside setting, and a loft bedroom reached by a spiral staircase. Ideal for couples or two couples traveling together who want a quiet, cozy base. The spiral staircase is not suitable for children under 8, and most dogs are more comfortable staying on the main floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n4. By the Brewster Chalet \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nSleeps 4 \u00b7 2 bed \u00b7 1 bath \u00b7 From $144\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nOverlooking the Brewster River, this chalet has a king bedroom, a second bedroom with two singles, a dedicated workstation, and a secluded backyard despite being a 3-minute drive from the resort. Good option for remote workers who need a desk setup alongside their outdoor time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Things to Do Near Smugglers\u2019 Notch by Season<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOne of the reasons this area draws repeat visitors is the range of activities across all four seasons. Here\u2019s what to expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Winter<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Skiing and snowboarding at Smugglers\u2019 Notch Resort \u2014 three interconnected mountains with terrain for every level<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing through old-growth forest<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ice skating and family activities at the resort village<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Spring<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Fly fishing the Brewster River as snowmelt brings cold, clear water<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hiking the Long Trail \u2014 several of the cabins below sit within walking distance of trailheads<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Watching the Notch Road reopen, which locals treat as a proper seasonal milestone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Summer<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Disc golf at Brewster Ridge \u2014 internationally ranked and one of the best courses in North America<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Canoeing and kayaking on the Lamoille River from Jeffersonville village<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ziplining and aerial adventures at Smugglers\u2019 Notch Resort<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swimming holes, waterfall walks, and mountain biking on local trails<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Fall<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Peak foliage drives through the Notch and into the Champlain Valley<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Apple picking and farm visits in the surrounding towns<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hiking with ridgeline views of the fall color from the Long Trail<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
A Note on Disc Golf<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe Brewster Ridge disc golf course<\/a> near Smugglers\u2019 Notch deserves a specific mention because it\u2019s not widely known outside disc golf circles despite being ranked among the best courses in the world. The course threads through Vermont hardwoods with serious elevation change, making it a memorable round for players of any skill level. The Notch Lodges chalets are just minutes away, and at least one chalet even has a disc golf basket on site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nCabin and Chalet Rentals Near Smugglers\u2019 Notch to Consider<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAll five properties are in Jeffersonville or Cambridge, within two miles of the resort. They\u2019re all pet-friendly, all bookable directly through Stay with no service fees, and available to be combined for groups who want separate spaces on the same trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Charming Vermont Log Cabin \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nSleeps 6 \u00b7 3 bed \u00b7 2 bath \u00b7 From $202\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe log cabin<\/a> sleeps six across three bedrooms and is well-suited for families or groups. It has a gas fireplace, a firepit with seating for six, a gas grill, a fully equipped kitchen, and an in-unit washer and dryer. Located 2 miles from Smugglers\u2019 Notch, with easy access to the village of Jeffersonville for dining and grocery shopping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n2. Blue Jay\u2019s Blue Chalet \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nSleeps 4 \u00b7 2 bed \u00b7 1 bath \u00b7 From $127\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nA peaceful streamside chalet less than 500 yards from Smugglers\u2019 Notch Resort and minutes from the Long Trail. There\u2019s even a disc golf basket on the property for a warm-up round. Note that the upstairs bedroom is accessed by a steep, narrow staircase, which adds to the character but isn\u2019t for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n3. Vintage Chalet \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nSleeps 4 \u00b7 2 bed \u00b7 1 bath \u00b7 From $127\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nA romantic, wooded retreat with a fireplace, a streamside setting, and a loft bedroom reached by a spiral staircase. Ideal for couples or two couples traveling together who want a quiet, cozy base. The spiral staircase is not suitable for children under 8, and most dogs are more comfortable staying on the main floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n4. By the Brewster Chalet \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nSleeps 4 \u00b7 2 bed \u00b7 1 bath \u00b7 From $144\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nOverlooking the Brewster River, this chalet has a king bedroom, a second bedroom with two singles, a dedicated workstation, and a secluded backyard despite being a 3-minute drive from the resort. Good option for remote workers who need a desk setup alongside their outdoor time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Skiing and snowboarding at Smugglers\u2019 Notch Resort \u2014 three interconnected mountains with terrain for every level<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing through old-growth forest<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ice skating and family activities at the resort village<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Spring<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- Fly fishing the Brewster River as snowmelt brings cold, clear water<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hiking the Long Trail \u2014 several of the cabins below sit within walking distance of trailheads<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Watching the Notch Road reopen, which locals treat as a proper seasonal milestone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Summer<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Disc golf at Brewster Ridge \u2014 internationally ranked and one of the best courses in North America<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Canoeing and kayaking on the Lamoille River from Jeffersonville village<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ziplining and aerial adventures at Smugglers\u2019 Notch Resort<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swimming holes, waterfall walks, and mountain biking on local trails<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Fall<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Peak foliage drives through the Notch and into the Champlain Valley<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Apple picking and farm visits in the surrounding towns<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Hiking with ridgeline views of the fall color from the Long Trail<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
A Note on Disc Golf<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Brewster Ridge disc golf course<\/a> near Smugglers\u2019 Notch deserves a specific mention because it\u2019s not widely known outside disc golf circles despite being ranked among the best courses in the world. The course threads through Vermont hardwoods with serious elevation change, making it a memorable round for players of any skill level. The Notch Lodges chalets are just minutes away, and at least one chalet even has a disc golf basket on site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nCabin and Chalet Rentals Near Smugglers\u2019 Notch to Consider<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
All five properties are in Jeffersonville or Cambridge, within two miles of the resort. They\u2019re all pet-friendly, all bookable directly through Stay with no service fees, and available to be combined for groups who want separate spaces on the same trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Charming Vermont Log Cabin \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Sleeps 6 \u00b7 3 bed \u00b7 2 bath \u00b7 From $202\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe log cabin<\/a> sleeps six across three bedrooms and is well-suited for families or groups. It has a gas fireplace, a firepit with seating for six, a gas grill, a fully equipped kitchen, and an in-unit washer and dryer. Located 2 miles from Smugglers\u2019 Notch, with easy access to the village of Jeffersonville for dining and grocery shopping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n2. Blue Jay\u2019s Blue Chalet \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Sleeps 4 \u00b7 2 bed \u00b7 1 bath \u00b7 From $127\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nA peaceful streamside chalet less than 500 yards from Smugglers\u2019 Notch Resort and minutes from the Long Trail. There\u2019s even a disc golf basket on the property for a warm-up round. Note that the upstairs bedroom is accessed by a steep, narrow staircase, which adds to the character but isn\u2019t for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n3. Vintage Chalet \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Sleeps 4 \u00b7 2 bed \u00b7 1 bath \u00b7 From $127\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nA romantic, wooded retreat with a fireplace, a streamside setting, and a loft bedroom reached by a spiral staircase. Ideal for couples or two couples traveling together who want a quiet, cozy base. The spiral staircase is not suitable for children under 8, and most dogs are more comfortable staying on the main floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n4. By the Brewster Chalet \u2014 Jeffersonville, VT<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Sleeps 4 \u00b7 2 bed \u00b7 1 bath \u00b7 From $144\/night<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nOverlooking the Brewster River, this chalet has a king bedroom, a second bedroom with two singles, a dedicated workstation, and a secluded backyard despite being a 3-minute drive from the resort. Good option for remote workers who need a desk setup alongside their outdoor time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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