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About a year and a half ago, Ty and I bought anoth

About a year and a half ago, Ty and I bought another property just down the road from the campground, right on the Brewster River with some pretty incredible views of Smugglers’ Notch.

The plan was to have it finished about six months ago… Instead, we’re probably still another six months out. The truth is we keep getting carried away with the details. Every time we finish something, we think of another way to make it a little more beautiful, a little more unique, or a little more special. Our philosophy has become pretty simple: do it once, do it right.

When it’s finished, it’ll be called The Brewster River Getaway - a wellness and nature focused retreat that’s an offsite to the campground, but with its own feel. Think saunas, cold plunges in the river, mountain views, a six-minute walk to the ski lifts, and a place that encourages you to slow down for a while.

Some of our favorite projects so far have been the clay plaster walls, zellige tile, seven custom built arched doors, converting the flat truss ceilings into exposed-beam cathedral ceilings (not easy!), a sunken living room, a huge treehouse-style deck, nearly 50 windows to bring the outside in, and a (soon) unbelievable wild-flower meadow. 🌻🌷

It’s been an incredible amount of work, but also one of the most rewarding projects we’ve ever taken on. We still have a lot left to do, but we wanted to share a little behind-the-scenes look at what we’ve been building. We can’t wait to welcome you here someday.
-Matt

Shared by one of our campers today: a father and s

Shared by one of our campers today: a father and son enjoying a quiet afternoon casting a line together on the Brewster River. 🎣💚

Nature has been shaping this little corner of Verm

Nature has been shaping this little corner of Vermont for thousands of years - and you can experience it just steps from your campsite. From the cave to the waterfall to the emerald pools, it’s one of our favorite places on our campground. 💙

The best summer days are simple: fresh air, cold w

The best summer days are simple: fresh air, cold water, and great company. Wishing everyone a fun, safe, and happy Fourth of July weekend! ☀️

Some of the best memories are made with nothing mo

Some of the best memories are made with nothing more than a river, a few rocks, and hours of imagination. Nature really is the greatest playground. 🌿🌱

So pumped for this year’s BRJF!! Make sure to ge

So pumped for this year’s BRJF!! Make sure to get tix soon as it will sell out. Thank you @sammyyohe for designing this sweet flyer! And also big shout out to @ahaas011 for working with the musicians and gettin them all booked for this!

Last year’s was awesome, and this one will be even better. Gunna be a lot of 🍂🍁🍂🍁!!

@brewster_river_jamfest

Pretty Spring day at the campground. 📸 from to

Pretty Spring day at the campground.
📸 from today.

One of the many little tributaries that feed the B

One of the many little tributaries that feed the Brewster River, right beside Site 14. They wind quietly through the campground, especially beautiful in the early morning light this time of year.

Reservations for the 2026 season are now open. 🌱

April melt turns the Brewster River into a roaring

April melt turns the Brewster River into a roaring, glassy cascade. 🌊

We feel so lucky to have welcomed such thoughtful

We feel so lucky to have welcomed such thoughtful guests - there’s something timeless about the art of handwritten notes, and each one means more to us than words can say. 📝

Snowmelt finds its way home. 🌊

Snowmelt finds its way home. 🌊

Some Spring laps under bluebird VT skies. ⛷️ @

Some Spring laps under bluebird VT skies. ⛷️
@smugglersnotchvt

❄️Peaceful Brewster River walk today.

❄️Peaceful Brewster River walk today.

❄️Fresh snow, longer days, and some of the bes

❄️Fresh snow, longer days, and some of the best skiing of the season still ahead. Our Cottage and Loft have a few open days left — come sneak in one more winter stay.⛷️

Built the old way, one beam at a time. Our timber-

Built the old way, one beam at a time. Our timber-frame Cottage holds winter beautifully - the kind of place where craftsmanship, warmth, and quiet all meet. 🪵

Snow outside, heat on, boots drying by the door -

Snow outside, heat on, boots drying by the door - winter at the Loft. 🎿

Fresh snow, good company! 🎿@megbenay @smuggler

Fresh snow, good company! 🎿@megbenay

@smugglersnotchvt is skiing beautifully this winter — and we’re just down the road when you’re ready to rest your head .🛌

Winter wonderland today at the campground ❄️🎿⛷️

And just like that, our 4th season has come to a c

And just like that, our 4th season has come to a close. The leaves have fallen, the river’s growing quiet again, and I’m sitting here feeling nothing but gratitude.

To every camper, traveler, musician, hiker, disc golfer, and friend who found their way to the Brewster River this year — thank you. You made it another unforgettable chapter.

One of my favorite moments of 2025 was our first-ever Brewster River Jam Festival — five bands, over 200 smiling faces, dancing under the mountain sky. The energy was pure joy. We’re already planning to bring it back even bigger next year. 🎶

While the campground now rests under a blanket of snow, our Cottage, Loft, and Mountainside Home are still open — ready to welcome you for a romantic winter escape or a cozy family getaway. Think fireplaces and snowflakes, ski runs and saunas, and that deep quiet you only find in the mountains. ❄️

We’re also now open for 2026 campground bookings, so if you’re already dreaming of campfires by the river, now’s the time to book your spot.

On a personal note — this year has been a full one. Fiona and I are expecting baby #2 in January, so Rozzi (& Waffles) are about to be big sisters. I've been working toward my pilot’s license and dream of one day offering flight tours around these mountains to our friends and guests. Ty and I have also been pouring our hearts into a new project a mile down the road, right next to Smuggs — The Brewster River Getaway — opening spring 2026. It’s been a labor of love, and we can’t wait to share it with you.

In my twenties, I was the one traveling — exploring the world and chasing sunsets. So now it’s an honor to be able to offer that kind of experience to others. Our mission has always been simple: to cultivate happiness and wellness by reconnecting people to nature and to each-other.

Thank you all for being part of this journey — see you this winter or next season! 🌲✨

— Matt, Fiona, Rozzi, Waffles, Ty, & Pip

Anyone got a rake? 🍁🍁🍁

Anyone got a rake?
🍁🍁🍁

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