Guest Comments Prior to 2003

"We always look forward to coming back from the minute we leave. This is the perfect family vacation. Each child feels special as well as the parents." Ava, IL "A great relaxing getaway for grandparents, adult children and small grandkids to spend time together. You can be together for awhile and apart. The best family vacation we've had in years and everyone had fun. It's like being at camp with all the comforts of home. Everyone is so friendly; we made lots of friends here." Wallingford, CT "If you have kids and want both to get away yet be with them, Tyler Place tops our list for family resorts - absolutely the best!" Atlanta, GA "Our parent helper was everything I wanted in a person taking care of our most precious possession - our 6 month old - mature, knowledgeable, fun and loving. She was also great with our 4.5 year old when us parents got to stay out late!" Cinnaminson, NJ ""The Tyler Place is the perfect family vacation. Parents spend quality time together and children get memories to last a lifetime." Virginia Beach, VA "We loved ending our day with a hike home from the senior midget playground down the wooded path along the lake, taking in the stillness and sunset, all of us feeling good from a hard day's play!" Alexandria, VA "We traveled all the way from Oregon for our 4th year at the Tyler Place. Coming to Tyler Place is our 'relief valve' for the rest of the year. We work and live all year for our week at TP." Coos Bay, OR "I travel an enormous amount for my work, and deal with countless front desks, hotel dining rooms, etc. Many a four-star hotel could learn from how you guys run your place." Brooklyn, NY "Great variety of activities. Ample facilities so that there is no problem waiting for use of courts, etc." East Hardwick, VT "The Tyler Place is an incredible family vacation. The staff and facilities are absolutely unbelievable. Our 4 year old had the time of his life. Most impressive - things are so organized at TP, you find yourself saying,"All resorts should be like this!" Princeton Jct., NJ "A benefit I didn't fully appreciate until I got here was dinner without the kids - my wife and I had some time with each other or with other interesting couples." Cave Creek, AZ "Same time next year! We can't wait to return for our fifth year. The hospitality and peace of mind you provide to us while watching after our four kids is remarkable. Thanks again for another great week." Abington, MA "The staff was outstanding. Our 2 year old received the best one on one attention that I have ever seen and the ratio of caregivers to children is great." Ridgewood, NY "This was the best family vacation we've taken, the kids never even mentioned the fact that there was no TV." McLean, VA "The best part is really how much the children look forward to going to 'camp' every morning and afternoon. Also it feels safe enough here to let the kids have a little more freedom than at home, i.e. letting the older ones take off on their bikes to ride to the pool or camp without me." Anchorage, KY "We had a blast! Everything was outstanding. This was the best family vacation we've ever taken. The kids were happy and we got to have adult time to be a couple and also to meet and mingle with new friends. We wish we could stay all summer!"Southborough, MA "Heaven does indeed exist on earth, and the Tyler Place is one of the best examples. Parents and children alike can have their own vacations as well as a wonderful retreat together. This is what a family vacation should be!" Annandale, VA "Once again another great visit to the Tyler Place. So many fond memories to reflect upon since 1978. Looking forward to next years visit." Hampden, CT "This is by FAR the perfect family vacation. Our son had a great time as did we with all the adult friends that we made. We are looking forward to next year!" Louisville, CO "We've been coming here intermittently for 18 years and still can't imagine a more wonderful family resort." Dover, DE "The service, programming and management is the gold standard to which all other all-inclusive family resorts can be compared." Ithaca, NY "The entire vacation went off without a hitch, from children's activities to adult activities, food and accommodation...the time allotted as parent time, children's time, and family time was perfect." Kansas City, MO "This was our second year at Tyler Place and it is by far the best family vacation. We had even more fun this year than last year and can't wait to come back next year. The kids want to know how long a year is until they can come back." Syracuse, NY "A top-notch family resort for a top-notch family vacation. Our family could tell the Tylers have been at this a while as all the kinks have been worked out...truly wonderful." Jamestown, NC "Idyllic, charming New England resort with spectacular views, awesome neighbor-next-door friendliness. No wonder there's a wait list!" Leesburg, VA "1 cup love, 1 cup memories, 3 large cans of daydreams, 3 heaping tablespoons of sunshine, pinch of silliness (no substitute), dash of serendipity, acts of kindness. Carefully and thoroughly remove all worries and cares. Mix all ingredients until well-rested. Stir in plenty of laughter (giggles may be substituted). Spread out over one week. Enjoy! Serves 60 families." Hillsborough, NJ "The Tyler Place is a family vacation made in heaven! The surroundings, staff, activities, and families are simply the best! You can do a lot or just chill out. You can do activities together of as individuals. It just doesn't get any better than The Tyler Place." Columbia, SC "Things we liked about the place? Hmmm, let me count the ways.... Basically, we felt, from the moment we arrived, that someone had been secretly watching our 'normal' lives and had carefully designed a family vacation that was customized to perfectly satisfy our every desire, and some of our fantasies to boot. Thanks!" New York, NY "My husband and I have fond memories of careless summers. We often wondered how it would be possible to give these moments to our children. Tyler Place has made it possible. From skipping stones, to stargazing, kick the can and cool breezes, you have made a haven for us. Thank you!" Baltimore, MD "This is truly a lovely place for a family vacation. Vermont is beautiful and stress melts the very first day." Arlington, VA "Tyler Place so exceeded our expectations that we hesitate letting the word out for feat it could be booked into the next century." Ft. Smith, AR "The Tyler Place anticipates all of a family's needs. And if a special need arises, the friendly and enthusiastic staff takes care of it. Thanks for another fun family vacation. See you next year!" Niskayuna, NY "The dads and kids all have a wonderful time but it is the Moms who relish the week. Great food but no cooking or cleaning or master planning kids activities. Just yoga, water sports, tennis and rest." Cambridge, MA "With three under 5, we have been looking forward to our return to Tyler Place all year, and so have they!" Washington, DC "The children's groups were world class. It is rare to find such joy and energy in one place. Our kids are already packed for next year." Seattle, WA "Everything about the Tyler Place and the Tyler family is so welcoming and friendly. A very enjoyable family vacation for all ages." Miller Place, NY "Year after year the Tyler Place continues to provide good friends, good food, good times, and good memories! Thank you, Tylers." Mason, OH "This was a most enjoyable vacation for the whole family. It was the best of both worlds - time with our kids and time away from our kids. We can't wait to come back next year!" Rumford, RI "Five years later, we still rejoice that we found Tyler Place. We'll see you the same time next year!" Briarcliff Manor, NY "Our children are older now, but somehow The Tyler Place has created programming that evolves with our needs. We no longer desperately need to be away from the kids for a while, but rather enjoy watching them test their independence and grow into responsible, fun-loving older kids. The kids are in heaven here -- they'll never be too old to come!" Cleveland Heights, OH "This is the only family vacation where all 5 of us have a blast and can't wait until our next visit. A perfect balance with superb children's programs, adult fun, and great people, all supported by a caring and talented staff." Acton, MA "As always, The Tyler Place is a wonderful family resort for all the generations (we have three). We always love seeing our grandchildren make new friends and enjoy old ones at camp. Our grown children get to relax and have fun knowing their kids are safe and well cared for. We just love the place and all the activities." Watchung, NJ "No other family vacation can compare to Tyler Place, we've made friends here that we look forward to seeing year after year." LaGrange, IL "Every year my daughter has a greater experience and more fun. It's been a pleasure to watch her independence and confidence grow each summer. She seriously has aspirations to being a counselor and can't wait until she's old enough." Atlanta, GA "A magical place where parents and kids have time to enjoy their interests. Great kids programs, interesting people; excellent facilities and good food combined with a constant focus on family make for a great time for all." Huntington Station, NY "For us the best part was learning new skills and enjoying various activities (canoeing, mountain biking, yoga) while knowing our kids were so happily involved in their own (treasure hunting, parachute play, petting zoo). How relaxing!" Houston, TX "I returned to the Tyler Place this year after 32 years. I had talked about how much fun I had here as a child to my husband and children. They've told me it was all I said and more. It was the best family vacation we've had. So much has changed but the excellent service, friendly atmosphere and fun-filled activities remain the same." Crofton, MD "Our week at Tyler Place each summer is a gift we give our children and ourselves. Tyler Place is an extraordinarily beautiful place - from the serenity of an early morning cup of coffee with the herons at Edwards Bay to the perfect sunset spot in the hammock for two at the boat dock. I will bring back memories of laughing through bumper tubing with my daughter, my son's proud face after learning to bike and swim, and biking the beautiful Isle LaMotte with my husband. Thank you!" Southboro, MA "We had a great family reunion. After 25 years it is still a great family resort. We all enjoyed it from the oldest to the youngest." Sanibel, FL "Shouts of joy erupted in our van as we pulled into the Tyler Place drive. It's our home away from home!" Lewes, DE "Tyler Place is the best family resort, anywhere. Great programs, extraordinary staff, unbelievable attention to detail and strong value; all in a wonderfully peaceful and relaxing environment. Tyler Place is a treasure that everyone in our family looks forward to every summer." Charlotte, VA "After being on the wait list, we now understand why demand is so high. I don't think we've been to a family resort that has been so accommodating and one where the staff has been so pleasant. Not to mention the friends we've met, they made the trip. Thank you!" Gross Pointe, MI "The only true vacation...we are totally relaxed here because only the simplest decisions need be made - yoga or tennis? Cookies or ice cream? The intense self-micromanaging of our lives falls away for one week and we hand over control to the Tylers. Lovely." Phoenix, AZ "Our kids have been all over the world, but they always put Tyler Place at the very top of our 'world's bestest family vacations' list. Ten years & counting." Marblehead, MA "The Tyler Place is as close to perfection as I could hope for in a family resort. We look forward to coming back again and again!" New York, NY "We are very picky to whom we entrust our children but at Tyler Place we just know that our children are in wonderful, caring hands. A special thank you to all counselors and parent helpers! We had another great week at Tyler Place." SWITZERLAND "Our stay at the Tyler Place has been fantastic! We were here with our children and grandchildren for a family reunion and it was perfect. The staff, the activities, the food and the very special camaraderie that exists at TP afforded us a most memorable vacation. We all leave with such happy memories and will be back." Savannah, GA "We count on all the wonderful things about Tyler Place not changing; the way all the cottages look with their window boxes full of flowers, the views of the lake, the very friendly and competent staff. And we look forward to new things each summer that surprise and delight us, such as the gazebo or the new dining porch." Waban, MA "The staff and counselors for the children's programs are outstanding. They have a great attitude, clearly enjoy spending time with the kids, and always seem ready to go the extra mile. The time and attention spent in developing the children's programs as well as the printed summary of the daily planned activities." Weston, CT "It is so wonderful to find a place that is even better than it describes itself, where the entire family can truly have a vacation. Not only did we not need to worry about our toddler, we knew he was having fun. And so were we!" Chicago, IL "The Tyler Place was, hands down, the best, most relaxing vacation we've spent as a family. We departed feeling rejuvenated rather than frazzled, as we had often experienced with previous vacations." Williston, VT "There are resorts for parents where children are allowed. There are kids' vacation spots where parents can tag along. And then there is the Tyler Place Family Resort where everyone is welcome and appreciated." Los Angeles, CA "The children's programs at Tyler Place are the best in the business! We have tried several other family resorts, and not one even compares to TP." Arlington, MA "Our first visit to Tyler Place made us remember how much we love the outdoors, nature, socializing with adults and simplicity!" Elicotte, MD "What fun! We had a fabulous time. The hardest part was choosing which activity to do and managing our grief at missing out on something. The staff was attentive, gracious, fun loving and patient. The food was great. Thanks!" Albuquerque, NM "A special place with a delightful environment in which to play and relax with your family. The kids have a wholesome summer camp-type experience while the adults get to enjoy fun and activity or peace and quiet, along with incredible food. Tyler Place is summer vacation the way it is supposed to be. We have met some wonderful new friends and created great memories as a family. We will be back until the kids are too old to play any more."McKinney, TX "Our kids have never liked 'kids clubs' at any family resort we've ever been to before. We thought this might be the same. Our kids not only loved it, but they would arrive 1/2 hour early waiting for their group to begin!"Sharon, MA Return to Guest Comment and Review List