Vermont Adventures
Inner Chef
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Package includes:
- Exclusive promotional room rate
- Essex Branded Apron
- Cook Academy Class for Two (reservation required)
- Dinner for two at Junction (reservations required)
- Breakfast for two at The Lazy Goat Tavern Daily
Please note: Meal gratuities are included. Alcohol is not included. Tavern breakfast includes one juice or milk, coffee, and entrée or two sides per person. Junction dinner includes one order from each course, upcharge for premium items. Upcharges for add-ons, premium entrees, and extras may apply, ask staff member at time of meal/service. Please note Junction dining reservations & Cook Academy classes must be booked in advance. Reservations for breakfast at The Lazy Goat Tavern are highly recommended. Please call to reserve Cook Academy Classes and meals when you have finalized your overnight package or guest room reservations.
Restrictions: This package is built for a two-night stay. Advance reservations of 5 days or more required. Stays available based on current cook academy class availability, please review available options by visiting the Cook Academy page at https://www.essexresort.com/burlington-vt-restaurants/cooking-classes, or by calling the front desk at 802-878-1100, option 0. Restrictions and add-on upcharges subject tochange. Pricing and inclusions are based on the number of guests indicated at time of reservation, please provide an accurate guest count.
Looking for more than 2 nights? Take a peek at our customizable Vermont Destination Exploration-Travel Your Way package.
Romantic Getaway
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Package includes:
- Special Rates
- A bottle of champagne and house-made chocolate treat on arrival
- 50-minute couples’ massage at Spa at The Essex (reservations required)
- Dinner for two at Junction (reservations required)
- Breakfast for two at The Lazy Goat Tavern daily
- Late check-out at 2pm
Meal and spa gratuities included. Alcohol is not included. Tavern breakfast includes one juice, coffee, and entrée or two sides per guest. Junction dinner includes one order from each course, upcharge for premium items, per guest. Upcharges for add-ons, premium entrees, and extras may apply, ask staff member at time of meal/service. Couples massage is a $410 value and can substituted for other services at the spa of an equal or lesser value. Please note spa services, dining reservations & cook academy classes must be booked in advance. Please call to reserve when you have finalized your overnight package or guest room reservations.
Two Night Minimum Stay. Advance reservations of 14 days or more required. No stays Tuesday night, Restrictions and add-on upcharges subject to change.
Travel Your Way
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Choose from a selection of accommodations, handpick activities that resonate with your interests, and indulge in personalized extras that elevate your stay. This is more that a vacation; it's an invitation to craft your narrative, making every moment uniquely yours.
Explore a variety of on-site and off-site activities including:
- Spa Services
- Dinner in Junction
- Cook Academy Classes
- Breakfast or Lunch in The Tavern
- Essex Cinema Movie Tickets
- Live Entertainment at the Double E
- And more!
Based on season and availability. Spa services, dining reservations, and cook academy classes must be pre-booked. Contact us to secure your reservations once you've finalized your overnight package or guest room reservations. Additional charges may apply for add-ons, premium entrees, and extras—please inquire with our staff during your visit. Advance reservations of 14 days or more are mandatory, and offerings are per person based on the number of guests in the reservation. Both restrictions and add-on upcharges are subject to change.
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Hook your next adventure with our Fish Tales package – designed for anglers looking to cast off in style. Your stay includes two Pirani cups at check-in and daily snack packs, perfect to take along on the water.
Choose your fishing experience:
- Charter with Jimmy Kennedy – Spend 4, 6, or 8 hours on Vermont’s scenic lakes and ponds with pro bass fisherman Jimmy Kennedy. A Mississippi native turned Vermonter, Jimmy is a longtime competitive angler with top finishes in B.A.S.S. Opens and the Toyota Series, a cookbook author, and founder of Vermont’s Champlain Bass Series. Your trip takes place aboard a fully equipped 2025 Skeeter ZXR21, with all rods, reels, and tackle provided.
- Walk & Wade with VT Fly Fishing Co. – Wade into Vermont’s streams for 4, 6, or 8 hours with expert guides Steele Lewis and/or Ralph Kucharek. Perfect for anglers who want a hands-on, immersive fly fishing experience.
- Inland Pond & Lake/Float Trips with VT Fly Fishing Co. – Explore Vermont’s ponds, lakes, and rivers on a 4, 6, or 8-hour float with Steele or Ralph. Relax on the water while chasing a variety of local fish species.
Blackout dates apply. Minimum two-night stay required. Offer not valid for groups.


















