What's included at Skytop Lodge — and what costs extra
Skytop Lodge includes complimentary in-room and public-area Wi‑Fi, free self-parking (with EV charging), access to the Aquatic Center and many estate activities covered by a daily service charge, plus basic amenities like shuttle service around the property. Extras commonly charged separately include spa treatments at The Nest, formal dining and bar tabs, golf, some guided/outfitter activities, and wedding/ceremony site fees.
In this guide
- What the room rate covers
- Dining: which meals are included and when you need to pay
- Pools, beach and aquatic access — what's included
- Activities and the Adventure Center: free vs paid choices
- Spa, fitness center and wellness — what costs extra
- Weddings, events and meeting space fees
- Practical policies to know (check-in, pets, parking)
What the room rate covers
Standard room rates at Skytop Lodge include complimentary Wi‑Fi in guestrooms and public areas, self parking, and access to many on‑site facilities covered by a daily service charge. The property lists three room type names: Cottage, Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King), and Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Premium King).
Rollaway/extra beds are available for an additional charge (published as $40 per night through third‑party listings). Pack‑and‑plays can be requested directly from the lodge; standard cribs are not available through booking channels.
- Included with room rate (or daily service charge): Wi‑Fi, shuttle around property, select fitness classes, Aquatic Center access, hiking trail access, daily estate hayrides, some kids’/arts & crafts programming.
- Usually extra or charged separately: spa treatments, golf fees and lessons, outfitter activities (guided rifle/shotgun sessions), and most dining/drinks.
- Pool access: indoor pool and splash pad are open daily 9:00 am–9:00 pm; hydro spa and dry sauna restricted to guests 16+.
| Item | Included? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Included | In guestrooms & public areas |
| Self parking & EV charging | Included | Free self parking; EV charging available |
| Rollaway bed | Extra | $40 per night (third‑party listing) |
Dining: which meals are included and when you need to pay
Skytop Lodge is not an all‑inclusive resort: meals and drinks are charged separately unless you purchase a specific package (breakfast is available for a surcharge rather than being automatically included).
Several on‑site venues serve different meals and price points; dinner reservations are required at Windsor and Lakeview, and The Taproom also requests reservations.
- Windsor — breakfast (7:30–10:30 am) & dinner (5:00–9:00 pm); resort casual dress code; reservations required.
- Lakeview — dinner (5:00–9:00 pm), seasonal and with happy hour; reservations required.
- The Taproom — brew‑pub menu and drinks; hours vary (weekday midday–9 pm; later on weekends); reservations recommended.
- Corner Roast & The Market — coffee, pastries, grab‑and‑go items; Corner Roast opens daily at 6:30 am, The Market opens daily at 11:00 am.
| Venue | Typical service | Reservation required? |
|---|---|---|
| Windsor | Breakfast & Dinner | Yes |
| Lakeview | Dinner (seasonal) | Yes |
| The Taproom | Lunch & Dinner (pub) | Yes |
Pools, beach and aquatic access — what's included
The Aquatic Center’s indoor pool and splash pad are available year‑round to resort guests (open daily 9:00 am–9:00 pm). Access to the Aquatic Center and other aquatic facilities is limited to resort guests and homeowners only.
The hydro spa and dry sauna are available 9:00 am–9:00 pm but are restricted to guests 16 and older. The lake beach and the inflatable Wibit water park operate seasonally and have specific rules (for example, the Wibit requires a minimum weight and a Skytop life jacket).
- Indoor pool & splash pad: included for resort guests; pre‑booking with the property is recommended per some booking sites.
- Hydro spa & dry sauna: included for eligible guests but age‑restricted (16+).
- Lake beach & Wibit: seasonal hours; Wibit requires weight minimum (50+ lbs) and life jacket.
| Facility | Included with stay? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indoor pool & splash pad | Yes | Open daily 9:00 am–9:00 pm; guests only |
| Hydro spa & dry sauna | Yes (age 16+) | Adult‑only hours apply |
| Lake beach & Wibit | Seasonal (included access) | Wibit has weight & life‑jacket rules |
Activities and the Adventure Center: free vs paid choices
A wide range of on‑property activities is available. The lodge’s daily service charge covers many organized items (select fitness classes, some kids’ programming, hiking trails, and the Aquatic Center).
Certain Adventure Center offerings and Outfitters activities are typically charged separately: examples include zip lines, the TreeTop Adventure ropes course, paintball/arrow tag, guided shooting sports, specialized lessons, golf fees, and some equipment rentals.
- Typically included (as part of daily service charge): hiking-trail access, some fitness classes, daily hayrides, select seasonal arts & crafts, Aquatic Center access, some boat rentals (listed as seasonal).
- Usually extra: Adventure Center experiences (zip line, ropes course), paintball/arrow tag, outfitter shooting sessions, golf (greens/lessons), specialized guided fly‑fishing instruction, ski lift or tubing fees when in season.
- Many activities require advance booking through the Adventure Center or Outfitters; some have age/weight restrictions.
| Activity | Included? | Booking/notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hiking (11 trails) | Included for guests | Trails are for guests & homeowners |
| Ropes course / Zip line | Extra | Offered by Adventure Center; reservations required |
| Guided fly fishing / shooting | Extra | Offered by Outfitters program |
Spa, fitness center and wellness — what costs extra
The Nest at Skytop Lodge (the property spa) offers massages, facials and body treatments; spa services are charged separately from room rates. Guests must be 18 or older to receive spa treatments (younger guests may require an adult present).
The fitness center is available daily (hours listed as 6:00 am–10:00 pm) and is included for guests, with scheduled fitness classes covered by the daily service charge in many cases.
- Spa services: charged per treatment; sample add‑ons and specific prices (e.g., some treatments and add‑ons) are listed on The Nest site.
- Fitness center: included for guests (open 6:00 am–10:00 pm).
- Hydro spa & sauna: included but age‑restricted (16+).
| Service | Included? | Age or booking notes |
|---|---|---|
| Spa treatments (The Nest) | Extra | Guests must be 18+ for treatments |
| Fitness center | Included | Open daily 6:00 am–10:00 pm |
| Fitness classes | Often included | Many classes covered by daily service charge |
Weddings, events and meeting space fees
Skytop Lodge offers multiple outdoor ceremony sites (Evergreen Garden, Formal Garden, South Porch, Streamside Lawn) and indoor ballrooms. Ceremony site fees and food & beverage minimums apply and vary by location.
Examples of published fees: the Evergreen Garden carries a $2,000 ceremony site fee; the Formal Garden lists a $3,500 ceremony site fee; the Evergreen Ballroom has a published F&B minimum (reported as $35,000). You should request a current event contract for full pricing and what is included.
- Ceremony site fees: vary by venue (Evergreen Garden and Formal Garden fees are published on the property site).
- Ballrooms and meeting rooms: multiple sizes available; Evergreen Ballroom is 4,128 sq ft and Hemlock Ballroom is 2,600 sq ft, with additional meeting rooms listed on the property website.
- For weddings and conferences, many items—vendor fees, rentals, service charges, and F&B minima—are handled through the events team and will be additional to room rates.
| Venue | Published fee/minimum | Capacity/size |
|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Garden | $2,000 ceremony fee | Up to 350 guests |
| Formal Garden | $3,500 ceremony fee | Up to 300 guests |
| Evergreen Ballroom | $35,000 F&B minimum | 4,128 sq ft (up to 300) |
Practical policies to know (check-in, pets, parking)
Check‑in is guaranteed at 4:00 PM and check‑out at 11:00 AM. Persons must be 21 or older to check in; a valid government‑issued photo ID and major credit card are required at arrival. The property has a 24‑hour front desk.
Skytop Lodge is smoke‑free and maintains a no‑pet policy (service animals are allowed). Self parking is free and EV charging stations are available on property.
- Check‑in/check‑out: 4:00 PM check‑in; 11:00 AM check‑out.
- Minimum age to check in: 21 (younger guests may check in when accompanied by someone 21+).
- Pets: no pets allowed; service animals welcome.
- Parking: free self parking; EV charging available.
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check‑in age | 21 years (ID & credit card required) |
| Smoking | Smoke‑free property |
| Parking | Free self parking; EV charging stations |
