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Lotus Mountain Retreat

3.0 star property
Slopeside fun with restaurant and hot tub

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Cafe
Fireplace
Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds
Lobby sitting area
Lotus Mountain Retreat offers a peaceful escape with a library and on-site shopping. The lobby fireplace is a cozy gathering spot after outdoor activities. Enjoy vegan cuisine at Gaia's Garden and effortless ski-in/ski-out access for hitting the slopes.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
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  • 28 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 8
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Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (You Are Light)

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  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Forrest View, You Are Magical)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Richmond, Lotus Mountain Retreat is in a rural area and in the mountains. Stowe Mountain Resort and Smugglers Notch are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. The Cabot Annex Store and Snowflake Chocolates are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding and snow tubing.
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4010 Bolton Valley Access Rd, Richmond, VT, 05477

What's nearby

  • Bolton Valley Ski Area - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ben and Jerry's Factory - 19 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Trapp Family Lodge Touring Center - 37 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Alchemist Brewery - 38 min drive - 24.6 miles
  • Stowe Mountain Resort - 50 min drive - 31.6 miles

Getting around

  • Waterbury Station - 19 min drive
  • Burlington Intl. Airport (BTV) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BV Cafe & Espresso Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oktoberfest. Trapp Family Lodgr - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪The Welcome Kitchen - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Fireside Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Outside Groove World Headquarters - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Lotus Mountain Retreat

Lodge in the mountains
A terrace, shopping on site, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Lotus Mountain Retreat. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this lodge featuring ski-in/ski-out access. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site vegan cuisine restaurant, Gaia's Garden, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), 2 meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Free newspapers and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 10 for adults and USD 5 to 7 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Gaia's Garden

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowshoeing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1976
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 20 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 10 for adults, and USD 5 to 7 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 20 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property will place a credit card authorization for any bookings where the clients will arrive after the check-in hours.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Lotus Lodge Inn Bolton Valley
Lotus Bolton Valley
Black Bear Hotel Bolton Valley
Lotus Mountain Retreat Lodge
Lotus Mountain Retreat Richmond
Lotus Mountain Retreat Lodge Richmond

Frequently asked questions

Is Lotus Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this lodge allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of USD 20 per stay and a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lotus Mountain Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lotus Mountain Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 10 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lotus Mountain Retreat?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Lotus Mountain Retreat located?

Located in the mountains, this Richmond lodge offers ski-in/ski-out access and is within a 10-minute walk of Snowflake Ski Lift, Bolton Valley Ski Area, and Vista Quad Ski Lift. Mid Mountain Ski Lift and Wilderness Ski Lift are also within 10 minutes.

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