December 23rd, 2010
Winter At Its Peak
Instead of fleeing to the beach this winter, why not face the flurries head on with a stay at the Jay Peak Resort. We recently stopped in for a weekend getaway that combined three of our favourite things: skiing, spa-ing, and sipping wine by the fire.
ski
Even though it is just 6.5 km south of the Quebec border, Jay Peak gets the most snow of any mountain in eastern North America. There’s plenty of adventure to be had if you accept their invitation to head off-piste and into the Glades (you can take a lesson). Just remember to ski between the trees and not into them! 76 trails, lift ticket $69, www.jaypeakresort.com
stay
We bunked into a 1-bedroom suite decorated with pieces by local artisans at the newly built Tram Haus Lodge (rooms start at $129, lift ticket included). With a view of the chairlift from our living room window, a fully stocked kitchenette, two flat-screen TVs, and a cozy overstuffed duvet on the bed, we felt like we were in our own private ski-in chalet, but with housekeeping service! Call 1-800-451-4449 or book online.
spa
Soothe your mogul-marred muscles with a deep tissue massage ($129) at the Taiga spa. We booked with shiatsu –specialist, Aubrey, who taught us the meaning of the phrase “sweet pain” as he kneaded our knots into submission. After adding in an individualized facial using B. Kamins products, we left feeling relaxed, revived, and ready to get back out on the slopes.
sup
The breakfast buffet at Alice’s Table, piled high with pancakes, two kinds of sausage, bacon, fruit smoothies, omelettes and pastries, is all you need to prepare you for a full day on the slopes. Head back at night to dine on locally sourced ingredients, including the grilled porkchop stuffed with caramelized onions, cranberries, pecans and a Vermont maple cumin glaze. Jay Peak, 4850 VT Route 242, Jay, Vermont, 802-988-2611, www.jaypeakresort.com
