Sitting on 2,500 acres with views of the valley and the rolling mountain tops of Stowe, Vermont, is a European style resort, with a one of a kind charm that combines the feeling of a cozy home away from home with the luxury of an upscale resort. Whether you’re planning a small, intimate wedding, or a big celebration, consider a Trapp Family Lodge wedding!
About the Trapp Family Lodge
The Lodge was started by the Von Trapp family, and is still family owned! They brought a little bit of Austria to the mountains of Vermont, with the goal of creating a stunning year round retreat. The unique combination of upscale amenities and outdoor space makes this the perfect place to host a wedding.
Trapp Family Lodge Wedding Venues
The Trapp Family Lodge sits on a huge piece of land in Vermont’s remote mountains, so you have several spots to choose from for your ceremony and reception!
Meadow Barn
The outdoor spaces at Trapp Family Lodge offer some of the most incredible ceremony locations. The Wedding Meadow is on top of a hill, with panoramic views of the mountains that surround Stowe, Vermont. It’s hidden a little from the main lodge, providing a secluded space big enough to host your wedding!
Croquet Lawn
In the front lawn is the picturesque Croquet Laws, surrounded by perennial gardens and evergreen trees. It’s close to the entrance of the Lounge, making it a convenient wedding site for an outdoor ceremony and a reception that can extend into the Lodge, or stay outdoors in good weather!
Concert Meadow
This area of the Trapp Family Lodge is often used for summer concerts, but can double as your wedding venue! From the Concert Meadow, you can see the sweeping vistas of Nebraska Valley, and there’s a stage for you to stand on, providing an unobstructed view for every guest.
Mozart Room
There are several indoor venues for your Trapp Family Lodge Wedding, which can be used to host your reception, or serve as a backup ceremony location. The Mozart Room is the largest, accommodating 80-100 guests with either a plated or buffet style arrangement, with a dance floor and room for a band. The rustic Mozart Room features beams and high ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and an adjacent patio and lawn for extra space!
Main Dining Room
For indoor weddings and receptions, the Main Dining Room has big windows that offer views of the gorgeous Stowe mountain scenery. PErfect for cold weather weddings without sacrificing the views, there’s plenty of space for your celebration!
Salzburg Room
The Salzburg Room is designed for intimate weddings of up to 50 people. The cozy space can also be used for cocktail hour, and is adjacent to the Main Dining Room.
Trapp Family Lodge Wedding Cost
Budget is usually a big factor in choosing the perfect wedding venue. For the most up to date pricing info for a Trapp Family Lodge wedding, and detailed information about the options for your wedding, get in touch with the venue!
The venue doesn’t provide detailed pricing information online, but during peak season, rental fees for a Trapp Family Lodge Wedding begin at $2,000.
Trapp Family Lodge Wedding Amenities
It doesn’t just stop at the gorgeous options for your wedding ceremony and reception! Here’s what you get when you get married at the Trapp Family Lodge.
Trapp Family Lodge Guest Houses & Accommodations
One of the best features of the Trapp Family Lodge is, of course, the lodging! For your wedding, you’ll have plenty of options. There are 96 suites in the Main Lodge, 18 villas, and 100 guest house chalets – perfect for couples and their guests!
The Main Lodge has standard guest rooms and suites with one and two bedrooms, many of which face the gorgeous mountain views. There are a few rooms in the Main Lodge that will accomodate dogs under 50 pounds, so you don’t have to leave your fur babies behind!
In the villas, you’ll find two- and three-bedroom options, tucked on a secluded piece of the venue with luxurious comfort and absolute serenity.
The guest house chalets are perfect for families, offering a place for you and your guest to stay with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen, living area, and more! These cozy cabins are ideal for spending time with your loved ones during your stay.
Farm-to-Table Dining
Part of the charm of this family owned lodge is farm-to-table food, with a culinary experience that prioritizes connection. With European inspired dishes, you have several options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your stay, and can create a customized catering menu for the wedding day!
Throughout your stay, you can dine in the Main Dining Room, Bakery, or Lounge, or venture 3 miles from the Ski Center to enjoy a warm meal at the Slayton Pasture Cabin. There’s also a brewery and wine cellar onsite, for homemade lagers and wine tasting!
Pools and Hot Tubs
There are indoor and outdoor pools, and a hot tub – so you can have the ultimate relaxing getaway! The Trapp Family Lodge is the perfect place to host a wedding, followed by a relaxing honeymoon.
Activities and Adventures
There’s so much to do on the grounds of the Trapp Family Lodge, and you can venture out to explore the surrounding mountains! There are gorgeous, colorful gardens at the resort, along with opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, golf, bird watching, and more. There’s even a rock climbing wall!
In the winter, this mountainside location is incredible for backcountry skiing and snowshoeing.
Trapp Family Lodge Wedding Photographer
If you’re ready to plan your Trapp Family Lodge wedding, the first step is to book the venue! Reach out to the Lodge here for availability, pricing, and more information. Once your venue is booked, you’ll need a photographer – ideally one with experience photographing in the gorgeous mountains of Stowe, Vermont, who’s worked at the Trapp Family Lodge.
You won’t have to look too far – contact me, and let’s start planning your retreat!
