PEOPLE, PLACES & PERSPECTIVES FROM THE HEART OF THE RESORT INSIDE:
THE NEXT CHAPTER ARRIVES
For decades, Topnotch has been more than a resort. It has been part of the evolving story of Stowe itself—a place where people return year after year, where seasons shape traditions, and where the experience of Vermont continues to evolve alongside the community around it.
Explore the people, places, and experiences shaping the season ahead.
Today, Topnotch enters an exciting new chapter with the introduction of the Topnotch Residences—a new vision for luxury living in Stowe that builds on the character, hospitality, and setting that have defined the resort for decades. As we look ahead to this next phase of Topnotch’s story, it also felt like the right moment to bring back the Topnotch newsletter as a way to share more of what’s happening across the property and throughout the seasons ahead.
More than 50 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails await exploration just beyond the resort. Ownership includes access to curated resident events, a private library, dedicated indoor parking, and climate-controlled storage.
In this issue, we’re leaning fully into summer in Stowe — longer days outdoors, a full calendar of local events, time on the courts and trails, and all the small moments that make this time of year feel so special in Vermont. Inside, you’ll find ideas for exploring the area, updates from around the resort, and experiences designed to help you make the most of the season.
Whether you’ve been visiting Topnotch for years or are discovering it for the first time, we’re excited to have you with us as this next chapter begins.
Warmly, Matthew Wheeler, General Manager
Mountain Living, Reimagined
A NEW WAY TO CALL TOPNOTCH HOME
Topnotch has always o ered guests a distinctive way to experience Stowe—one defined by mountain views, active days outdoors, restorative moments at the spa, and a deep connection to the natural beauty of Vermont. Now, the resort enters a new chapter with the introduction of 27 private condominium residences, bringing a new ownership opportunity to one of Stowe’s most established destinations. CONTINUED INSIDE »
JUST 27 RESIDENCES WILL SHARE IN THE TOPNOTCH LEGACY, OFFERING AN EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE VERMONT YOURS.
From the moment owners arrive, every detail has been considered to provide a seamless experience. The residences o er a variety of layouts tailored to di erent lifestyles. Spacious one-bedroom homes provide an ideal mountain retreat for individuals and couples, while expansive two- and three-bedroom residences o er ample space for families and entertaining. Select residences feature four-bedroom
and flexible layouts well suited to multi-generational living and extended stays. Open-concept living spaces, oversized windows, private terraces, premium finishes, and sweeping mountain views create an atmosphere that is both refined and welcoming.
Beyond the residences themselves, owners enjoy full access to the amenities that have made Topnotch a cornerstone of the Stowe experience for generations, including two restaurants serving Vermont-inspired cuisine, an award-winning wellness spa, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, family and adult pools, a state-of-theart fitness center with training and yoga classes, and the renowned Topnotch Tennis Academy. Ski valet services, equipment storage, shuttle transportation, comprehensive property management, and rental services provide the flexibility and convenience of a true four-season getaway.
More than a place to stay, Topnotch Residences represent a rare opportunity to become part of the resort’s ongoing story—one that continues to evolve while remaining firmly connected to the spirit of Stowe and the Green Mountains that surround it.
Thoughtfully designed and fully furnished by RH, these turnkey residences blend timeless design with the character of the surrounding Green Mountains.
The collection includes a range of floor plans designed to accommodate a variety of lifestyles, from one-bedroom retreats to expansive four-bedroom residences.
Summer Après
A CHEF’S GARDEN, LUNCH AT FLANNEL, AND SUMMER APRÈS
Summer brings a di erent rhythm to Stowe. Long days on the trails, tennis courts, and mountain roads create plenty of reasons to slow down, gather, and enjoy a meal outdoors. This season, Topnotch is adding another reason: lunch has returned to Flannel.
Back by popular demand, Flannel’s lunch menu celebrates the flavors of summer with favorites like lobster rolls, shrimp ceviche, and fresh seasonal salads. Guests can also enjoy spa-inspired Bento boxes, perfect for a relaxed afternoon by the pool.
Many of the ingredients that define the season begin just steps from the kitchen in Chef Travis’s garden. What started as a personal passion more than a decade ago has become an integral part of Topnotch’s culinary identity, with vegetables and herbs inspiring dishes and cocktails throughout the resort.
That influence can be found across the menus at both Flannel and The Roost, where Vermont cheeses,
garden-fresh produce, and locally inspired flavors take center stage. Fresh mint from the garden stars in the Mint Cucumber Smash for a cocktail that captures the essence of summer in Stowe.
Because in Vermont, après has never been limited to ski season. At Topnotch, summer brings its own tradition—rooted in fresh ingredients, mountain evenings, and the simple reward of a day well spent.
Mint Cucumber Smash
4 slices of cucumber sprig of mint
1.5 oz. Green Mountain Vodka .75 oz. simple syrup seltzer
DIRECTIONS:
Muddle the cucumber and mint in a high ball glass. Add vodka, simple syrup, and ice then stir. Fill glass with seltzer and garnish with cucumber and mint.
Summer on the Courts
Instruction, Clinics, and Competitive Training for Players of Every Level
Weekend Adult Academy
For USTA 3.0+ players, the Academy’s flagship program combines focused instruction, high-level drills, and live coaching designed to strengthen every part of your game.
Clinics & Cardio Tennis
Join all-level drills throughout the week or take the court for Cardio Tennis, a high-energy blend of movement, conditioning, and competitive play.
Junior Tennis & Pickleball
Young athletes build skills, confidence, and court awareness through a dynamic program featuring instruction, drills, match play, and fundamentals.
Private Coaching
Work one-on-one with Topnotch’s experienced teaching professionals to refine technique, prepare for competition, or accelerate improvement at any level. This structure should fit the design much more naturally than the original narrative article and gives each divider its own clear program pillar.
Wellness, In Place
HOW STOWE’S NATURAL BEAUTY INSPIRES A MORE THOUGHTFUL APPROACH TO WELLNESS AND SUSTAINABILITY
Few destinations possess the natural beauty of Stowe. From its forests and trails to its mountain views and working landscapes, the character of this place has long been one of its greatest assets. At Topnotch, preserving that legacy remains an ongoing responsibility—one that influences how we operate, the experiences we create, and the partnerships we pursue.
For us, wellness begins with connection—to ourselves, to one another, and to the environment that surrounds us. That perspective guides the treatments we o er at The Spa at Topnotch and the brands we choose to bring into our wellness experience.
Our new partnership with emerginC reflects this belief in wellness with purpose. Known for its results-driven skincare products, the company has also distinguished itself through a series of environmental initiatives that extend well beyond the treatment room.
ENGLISH LEATHER GRAND PRIX
Since 1996, emerginC has paired innovative skincare with a thoughtful commitment to sustainability, including a buy-one, plant-one tree program, the use of wind power in its operations and manufacturing, and a partnership with CleanHub that helps prevent plastic waste from entering coastal waterways. With every product purchased, approximately four ounces of plastic waste are intercepted before reaching the ocean.
We also value the brand’s thoughtful approach to ingredients, with formulations free from parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, and more. Their dedication to ethically and sustainably sourced ingredients makes them a natural fit for Topnotch, and we are excited to now o er both facials and body treatments with this product line.
Together, we are proud to o er spa experiences that deliver exceptional results while supporting a healthier future for the places we all cherish.
THE SUMMER THE PROS PLAYED IN STOWE
Tennis has been part of Topnotch’s identity since the resort first opened, helping establish Stowe as more than just a ski destination long before year-round mountain travel became the norm.
That legacy reached an international stage in 1979, when Topnotch hosted the English Leather Grand Prix tournament at its tennis center. The event brought some of the biggest names in professional tennis to Vermont, including world No. 1 Jimmy Connors, who captured the singles title in a dominant fashion during the tournament’s run in Stowe.
Throughout the late 1970s and early 1980s, Topnotch’s courts became a regular stop for professional exhibitions, elite instruction, competitive tournaments, and destination tennis programming. At a time when tennis culture was exploding across America, Topnotch emerged as one of the sport’s defining resort destinations in the Northeast—combining serious tennis with the mountain setting and hospitality that still define the property today.
More than four decades later, that connection to the game remains central to the resort. The courts, academy programs, instruction, and tennis community continue a tradition that helped shape Topnotch from the very beginning.
48 Hours with Stowe Land Trust
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
TOM ROGERS’ GUIDE TO STOWE
If you had just 48 hours in Stowe and wanted to experience the landscape that defines this place, where would you begin?
According to Tom Rogers, Executive Director of Stowe Land Trust, the answer starts beyond the village and beyond the mountain. “What many visitors miss is just how real and working this landscape still is,” he says. “Farmers are working those fields, loggers are managing forests, and families are navigating a year-round relationship with this place that goes far beyond recreation.”
His itinerary begins with a swim at Foster’s, followed by a mountain bike ride through the forests of Cady Hill. From there, a hike to the summit of Stowe Pinnacle o ers a sweeping view of the valley’s farms, forests, rivers, and ridgelines. End the day at Sunset Rock, where the town settles beneath the Green Mountains.
Many of these experiences exist thanks in part to the work of Stowe Land Trust, which has helped conserve more than 3,000 acres of scenic, recreational, farm, and forest land throughout the community. Through the Forever Stowe Partnership, Topnotch and Stowe Land Trust have created a simple way for guests to give back to the landscape they enjoy. A voluntary $2 nightly contribution, matched by the resort, helps support Stowe Land Trust’s ongoing work to conserve and steward the community’s natural resources—from working farms and forests to trails, rivers, and scenic open spaces. Together, those contributions help preserve the landscapes that make Stowe special.
THROUGH ITS PARTNERSHIP WITH STOWE LAND TRUST, TOPNOTCH IS HELPING ENSURE STOWE’S FORESTS, TRAILS, VIEWS, AND OPEN SPACES REMAIN PART OF THE COMMUNITY FOR GENERATIONS TO COME.
The List SUMMER EDITION
A ROUND UP OF STOWE’S BEST SUMMER EVENTS
EVERY SUNDAY THROUGH OCTOBER 18
The weekly Stowe Farmers’ Market brings together Vermont growers, makers, bakers, and artisans at Topnotch Fields from 10am–2pm.
Music in the Meadow— Summer Series
The meadow at Trapp Family Lodge hosts a standout lineup of open-air performances all season long.
JULY 5 Vermont Symphony Orchestra
JULY 17 Count Basie Orchestra
JULY 23 Dan Tyminski
JULY 4
An old-fashioned Fourth of July in downtown Stowe, complete with a parade, block party, and fireworks at dusk over Mayo Field.
AUGUST 29–31
The annual Stowe Jazz Festival fills venues throughout town with nationally acclaimed artists, intimate performances, and live music celebrating Labor Day weekend.
SEPTEMBER 19–21
Classic British automobiles return to Stowe for the annual British Invasion, featuring hundreds of vintage vehicles, a lively street festival, parade, and automotive showcases.
