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Expert Review: Field Guide
Field Guide in Stowe, United States, a Michelin Key Selected property, offers a distinctive and appealing stay, blending a modern ski chalet aesthetic with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. It generally receives positive feedback for its unique design, excellent location, and comfortable accommodations.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
Field Guide garners a strong "Very Good" rating with an average score of 8.5/10 from over 560 reviews on some platforms, and a "Wonderful" rating from Michelin Guide guests. Guests frequently describe the atmosphere as cozy, welcoming, and having a "millennial vibe" or "modern rustic flare."
2. Key Highlights
Guests consistently praise several aspects of Field Guide:
- Design & Ambiance: The hotel impresses with its modern decor inspired by a traditional ski lodge, featuring "rustic-chic" interiors, reclaimed wood, and playful pops of color. The lobby, in particular, is noted as a sociable hub with a fireplace, vintage games, and comfortable seating areas.
- Location: Its fantastic, central location in Stowe is a major draw, being within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and cafes, and a short drive (10-15 minutes or via a free shuttle) to Stowe Mountain and ski slopes.
- Amenities: The year-round outdoor hot tub is a favorite amenity, perfect for relaxing after a day of activities, while a seasonal outdoor heated pool and a fire pit area for s'mores also enhance the guest experience. Complimentary parking and free Wi-Fi are also appreciated.
3. Room Quality
The rooms and suites at Field Guide are described as comfortable, clean, and stylish, featuring a "rustic-chic" or "modern rustic" design with punchy colors and unique decor like ceramic antlers or bird-print wallpaper. Rooms are well-equipped with amenities such as 40-inch LED Smart TVs with Apple TV, in-room iPads with local information, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, waffle kimono robes, and Lather toiletries. Some larger accommodations, including luxury suites and cottages, may offer extras like seating areas, gas fireplaces, or soaking tubs, with options for private entry and outdoor patios. Beds are generally found to be comfortable.
4. Dining Experience
Field Guide offers a complimentary breakfast, often described as a "tapas-style" or "continental" spread. Guests have praised the breakfast for being "delicious" and "changed daily," with a variety of fruits, pastries, and protein options like chia seed pudding, yogurt, and egg dishes. However, some guests have expressed disappointment regarding the breakfast, citing limited variety and quality, or items getting cold.
The hotel also features "Après Only," a bar and tasting room open Thursday through Sunday evenings, celebrating 80's nostalgia and classic Vermont ski culture, offering drinks and snacks like charcuterie, pretzels, and cake. There is no full-service restaurant for dinner at Field Guide itself, but numerous dining options are within walking distance in Stowe.
5. Service & Staff
Guest feedback highlights the staff as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Concierge services are available, and the front desk can assist with arrangements.
6. Location & Accessibility
Located at 433 Mountain Road, Field Guide is centrally situated in the heart of downtown Stowe. This prime location allows for a 10-minute walk to shops, restaurants, and the Stowe Recreation Path. For skiing and mountain activities, Stowe Mountain Resort is approximately a 10-15 minute drive away, with a free shuttle service often available. Morrisville-Stowe State Airport is about a 13-minute drive.
7. Value & Pricing
Field Guide is generally considered a charming and stylish boutique hotel with what some consider affordable rates. Prices can vary significantly by season, with low season (July) seeing rates from around $131, while high season (October) can see prices rise considerably, averaging around $228 for weeknights and $217 for weekend nights. An amenity fee is included, covering breakfast, outdoor pool, hot tub, ski locker room, outdoor fire pits, parking, and guest Wi-Fi. While many find it a good value, one reviewer noted it as "way way overpriced" for their experience.
8. Common Complaints
While largely positive, some recurring issues have been mentioned by guests:
- Breakfast Inconsistencies: While some praise it, others find the complimentary breakfast to have limited variety or quality, with items sometimes getting cold.
- Noise Transfer: Complaints about thin floors and walls leading to noise from neighboring rooms or above have been noted, particularly at night.
- Heating System: Some guests have found the heating system to be loud and, at times, make the room too hot.
- No Elevator: The lack of an elevator can be an issue for guests with heavy luggage, as the property has multiple floors.
- Seasonal Pool: The outdoor pool is seasonal and closed during winter months.
- Limited Hot Water: In one instance, a guest reported a lack of hot water in the evening.
- Limited Front Desk Hours: Check-in closes at 8 PM, requiring guests arriving later to make arrangements in advance.
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Points to Consider
- •While largely positive, some recurring issues have been mentioned by guests:
- •Noise Transfer:** Complaints about thin floors and walls leading to noise from neighboring rooms or above have been noted, particularly at night.
- •No Elevator:** The lack of an elevator can be an issue for guests with heavy luggage, as the property has multiple floors.
