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Madbush Falls

Stay at Madbush Falls Lodge in Waitsfield, VT. Enjoy 4.8-star comfort with free Wi-Fi, parking, restaurant, and easy access to Sugarbush Resort and Mount Ellen.

7575 Main St, Waitsfield, VT 05673, United States View on map
9.6/10
Exceptional Based on 200 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned Laundry service
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stay with excellent location and attentive service

Guests highlight the lodge’s peaceful setting near popular ski resorts, friendly staff, and cozy, well-equipped rooms. Some note occasional noise near the restaurant and strict cancellation policies.

Guests often praise

  • Convenient location close to Sugarbush, Mad River Glen, and Waitsfield with easy access to outdoor activities.
  • Friendly, helpful, and accommodating staff providing personalized service.
  • Comfortable, cozy rooms with useful amenities like air conditioning, in-room climate control, and quality bathroom products.
  • Unique features such as the natural cold plunge, sauna, and peaceful views of the waterfall and surrounding woods.
  • Cleanliness and tasteful, simple décor creating a relaxing atmosphere.

Worth knowing

  • No breakfast or fitness center onsite, but there is a restaurant and bar available.
  • Rooms near the restaurant can be noisy, so request location preferences if sensitive to noise.
  • No pool or pet-friendly accommodations.
  • Cancellation policies are strict; payment is required even if arrival is prevented by weather conditions.
  • Shower temperature control may take a moment to adjust, and some guests find beds a bit soft.

Best for

  • Outdoor enthusiasts seeking easy access to skiing, hiking, and recreation.
  • Guests looking for a quiet, scenic lodge with unique wellness features like sauna and cold plunge.
  • Travelers valuing personalized, friendly service and a cozy, comfortable atmosphere.
  • Families needing accessible, kid-friendly accommodations with parking and no road noise.
  • Visitors planning trips to the Mad River Valley area who prioritize convenient location and relaxed lodging.
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About this property

Welcome to Madbush Falls

Madbush Falls is a highly rated lodge located on Main Street in Waitsfield, Vermont. It offers a quiet retreat with convenient access to popular local attractions such as Sugarbush Resort and Mad River Glen Cooperative, making it well suited for visitors interested in outdoor recreation and sightseeing. The setting includes a notable natural feature—a waterfall and wooded area—visible from the back of the property, providing an appealing backdrop praised by guests.

The lodge’s facilities focus on comfort and practicality, featuring air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, and accessible design. There is on-site parking and a smoke-free environment, alongside a restaurant and bar. While there is no pool, fitness center, or pet accommodations, the availability of a sauna and a natural cold plunge near the waterfall enhances the wellness options. Guests have mentioned the comfortable rooms with thoughtful touches such as high-quality bathroom amenities and flexible climate control.

Reviewers often highlight the helpful and friendly staff, particularly appreciating the ease of check-in and attentive service at the restaurant. The location is described as convenient to local ski resorts and town centers, with minimal road noise despite being adjacent to a main road. Some guests recommend requesting room placement away from the restaurant area to avoid potential noise during busy periods. Policies such as non-refundable payments despite travel difficulties have received mention in feedback.

This lodge primarily suits travelers looking for a peaceful base close to ski areas and hiking trails, who value a simple but thoughtfully equipped environment. The combination of kid-friendly amenities and adult-focused features like the sauna and bar makes it a fit for families as well as individual guests or couples seeking to explore the Mad River Valley.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Pool
Pet-friendly
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MR
Michael Ryan Apr 06, 2026
10

Just right, great location convenient to Sugarbush and Mad River Glen. Room and restaurant were very good. Staff very helpful and friendly and enjoyed what they were doing. Definitely would stay there again.

TB
Tracy Bingaman Apr 03, 2026
10

Super convenient to town (Waitsfield) and close to Sugarbush Lincoln Peak base lodge. Great pricing, even in what felt like the height of the season. A complete and thorough local guide. Savu sauna and delicious dining at the bar. A natural cold plunge at the base of a waterfall? Count me in!

AE
Annie Everhart Mar 24, 2026
10

I had an amazing stay here! It was just what I needed. It’s the perfect place to rest and recharge between activities! I really enjoyed every minute of my stay. It was super comfortable, cozy, and relaxing. Highly recommend!!

JP
Julie Pietrini Mar 17, 2026
10

The Lodge was in a perfectly accessible location to Waitsfield and Warren. It's right on Rt 100 and there was zero road noise that we noticed, which was fabulous. The room was simple and lovely...and huge! We loved that there were two entrances in the room, front and back. It made it quite convenient to get to and from the sauna and restaurant quickly and easily and warmly. The bed was extremely comfortable and the bathroom had Ursa Major products. That was completely unexpected and wonderful! The back of the lodge is nested up to this incredible waterfall and woods area, again unexpected and such a treat! We'd absolutely stay again and have already recommended it to our friends. Thank you for such an easy, clean, comfy stay!

JN
Johnathon Nunez Feb 18, 2026
10

To start I want to extend my appreciation to the staff for changing my reservation last minute as well as being so accommodating. What I knew as a kid as John Egans Big World and Pub, has been transformed into a cute homey feeling little “motel” in the heart of the Valley. The room was clean easy to check into, and simple with elegance. The shower took a bit to warm up, and the bed could be a bit firmer, but if those are my only complaints, then this hotel should be at the top of your list for your next trip to the valley! The in room pour over coffee packets were actually quite exquisite. The ability to easily control your rooms thermostat to a comfortable setting and quickly is definitely a rarity. Not to mention waking up the beautiful snow covered waterfall area in the back was a special forgotten surprise. I highly recommend a trip to Mad Bush Falls ASAP!

LJ
Lisa James Feb 08, 2026
8.0

We had a lovely stay @ Madbush Falls. A few key recommendations: * Make sure your room isn't near the restaurant. We just booked a room, not knowing it'd be near the restaurant and noisy. *You will pay for your room despite Mother Nature. We tried more than anything to get there Friday night, although there was a huge storm and our vehicle wouldn't make it up the hill. You will have to pay even if you can't make it. We understand. *The restaurant fills up fast, make sure to plan ahead for a reservation, or wait. You still might be turned away. It was great!

RP
Rina Pfeifer Jan 17, 2026
10

Amazing lodge at a reasonable price for peak ski season, I also booked very last minute. Easy to book on Airbnb, responsive host, would recommend to anyone. Very clean inside and beautifully decorated. Super convenient to get to sugarbush, and it is off a main road that makes winter travel easier and calmer. Lovely staff at the adjacent restaurant also said there are many things to do in the summer. Will definitely be returning.

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Michael Freas (Michael Freas Photography) Dec 30, 2025
10

Mad Bush Falls is the perfect basecamp for a ski week at Sugarbush. The staff is incredibly welcoming — Dennis especially went above and beyond all week, from handling my room to the exceptional pour over coffee packets every morning. The natural cold plunge fed directly by Mad Bush Falls is unlike anything you’ll find at a typical lodge, and the sauna pairs perfectly with long days on the mountain. The restaurant is genuinely delicious, the property is dead quiet at night, and all of it means you’re rested, recovered, and ready for first chair. Can’t recommend it enough — already planning the return trip.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Madbush Falls

Waitsfield, Vermont, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Burlington International Airport 55 min Car
  • Lebanon Municipal Airport 1 hr 16 Car
  • Rutland Southern Vermont Regional Airport 1 hr 25 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Vermont. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Sugarbush Resort 1,544 reviews

Sugarbush Resort

62 Gate House Ln, Warren, VT 05674, United States

4.6 · Ski Resort
Mad River Glen Cooperative 532 reviews

Mad River Glen Cooperative

57 Schuss Pass, Waitsfield, VT 05673, United States

4.6 · Ski Resort
Mt Ellen 36 reviews

Mt Ellen

Warren, VT 05674, United States

4.7 · Mountain Peak
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