AbuDonut

Any current stays at Twin Farms or The Point??
Was there two years ago but have heard Twin Farms in particular experienced a bit of a slip in service standards etc

thoughts?

ABG

@FlyingDoctorwu posted that they were going to Twin Farms this month.
I've only heard nice things, but it is laid back, warm, thoughtful Vermont service.... nothing ultra-polished.

I've never worked with or known anyone going to The Point

KatW

jctrav

I've been to Twin Farms 4 times in the past ~4 years. The first couple of times really wowed us with the incredible service, the next time was just OK, and the last time had a few mishaps which made me think it's just far too overpriced to warrant returning anytime soon.

In my mind, the two main things to consider are:

• Length of stay: One really needs to stay for 3+ nights to be able to appreciate the detailed service and personalized touches.
• F&B: One has to be OK with their no-menu concept. While I thought the food faired from OK to excellent, and they did their best to accommodate dietary restrictions, personally I found myself wanting for a menu each time. For example if you had a certain meal the evening before elsewhere and didn't want something similar again, or if you fancied something more simple or more complex, the onus is on you to talk to the chef about that in advance vs just being able to select from a menu. Contrast this with breakfast, where there was both a menu and it was made clear that you could order whatever you'd like.

My last experience involved a short stay where the staff were clearly tired from an event the night before and didn't really want to accommodate any requests. Yes we've all been there before, it just left me with the feeling that it was a nice hotel vs somewhere actually worth the $2.5k+ per night they charged.

bhrubin

KatW

LinLant

Ericka

Ericka

Kagehitokiri

one addition at the point is boathouse now open during winter

lake kora booked rooms sep 1 > oct 15, 1st time not exclusive-use

LinLant

When we were at The Point, the Boathouse was the most requested cabin. I think the most expensive also.
When I compare Lake Kora, Twin Fams and The Point, I find the rooms at The Point the most visually appealing. I am into detail, and love the juxtaposition of the colors, fabrics and trimmings. One of the reasons I loved the cabins at Brush Creek and Magee Homestead. I’m not into activity, and love to look, observe, and eavesdrop!

cjthekid

We stayed at both Twin Farms and Blackberry all in one year... granted it was a little over 4 years ago but for us Twin Farms was heads and tails a better luxury experience. It's intimate, felt unique and truly special. BBF was nice and the food was better, but not by that wide a margin. BBF also nickel and dimes you for everything. There are supplements on the menu, and all the activities are extra and they're not cheap. It's a beautiful resort in a beautiful part of the country, but I don't think it compares to TF. Completely different experience.

A4K

I did not think Blackberry and Twin Farms were even in the same league with Twin Farms being a superior experience even with the higher price tag. Service at BBF just wasn't there. Way too many clueless staff, especially in the restaurants. I felt like at TF staff were the best you would find anywhere in the states, remembering all my preferences, and doing things like going into town to get me something they didn't have.

I actually enjoyed the "no menu" for the food or wine, I am not picky and I like being surprised, although some might not be into that.

Both beautiful properties.

My stay at TF was about two years ago and BBF last summer.

The question was also about The Point and cannot say I have made it up there yet. The "black tie" and "jacket required" for dinner turn me off and make it seem like it would be a stuffy place where hobnobbers from the city go to get away, which is not my style.

KatW

KatW