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350 Reviews on “Waterville Valley Resort”

Excellent
4.7
350 reviews
On Court Experience
5.0
Off Court Experience
5.0
Overall Tennis
5.0
Overall Pickleball
5.0
Tennis Instruction
5.0
Pickleball Instruction
5.0
Accomodations
4.7
Resort Amenities
4.8
  • JS

    The resort nestled in the valley of the white mountains is stunning; it’s hard to keep your eye on the ball surrounded by such beauty. The head instructor Tom is excellent, a nice combination of technique and humor. He quickly can evaluate your game and tweaks it. Nothing to big but enough that you leave with something to work on. Thank you Tom.

  • TT

    Well maintained clay courts in a picturesque setting. Coaching by pros both professional and tailored to your specific needs.

  • JD

    Really great instructor!

  • JH

    We appreciate not only the 18 red clay courts surrounded by 4,000-foot mountain views, but also the beautiful resort. Nice folks, great courts, and just a wonderful place.

  • MA

    Fantastic views, great surfaces, friendly helpful staff

  • MR

    Tom Gross is an inspirational tennis guru (“sometimes it’s the Indian, and not the arrow”), technical diagnostician (“respect the toss”), and highly skilled sparring partner wrapped in one. Our 18 year old son was off to college to play on the tennis team and needed to “dial it in again” in Tom-speak. Amazing progress inconsistency and in mindset over ten days. “Every ball has its own personality” he coached “no need to go all Mach 5 on every ball.” Tom’s the best; his assistant Sam was professional, friendly and eager to please.

  • PH

    Every time I have gone to Tennis Camp with New England Holidays my game improves by leaps and bounds… and I am 70 years young! The coaches are great at melding all levels into the play while keeping us going at a perfect pace- challenging but not intimidating. I have been now 6 times over the years and love it every time. It was rainy the weekend we went so we could not play on the clay courts, which I was looking forward to. Oh well… next year!

  • DM

    Supportive and positive coaching from all the New England Tennis Holiday staff. Video feedback was extremely helpful. Could have used more game strategy sessions.

  • KD

    The tennis instruction is superb! Tom Gross is very encouraging and explains things well. He makes the experience very enjoyable. My technique improved immediately. The chiidren’s programs are very strong too. Our six-year old daughter enjoyed group and individual lessons.

  • BB

    Always can play great clay courts

  • UH

    Great tennis courts in a spectacular mountain setting!!

  • SP

    Stunning family resort with 17 clay courts with amazing views. Lots to do for whole family. Great kids programs. Peaceful, wholesome environment. Exceptional tennis experience with out being over the top!

  • SA

    Beautiful setting and well maintained facility

  • PR

    We love playing tennis at Waterville Valley.

  • BT

    tennis:strengths-16+ clay courts great shape, beautiful outdoor views weakness – always got a court but if I remember correctly reservations only a day or two in advance Resort in general=many, many things to do, easy access to all activities, great setting , surrounded by mountain peaks, great variety in hikes, remodeled sports center is excellent

  • LF

    Excellent teaching staff! The most scenic resort I have ever played tennis at; you feel as if you are in your own world while in Waterville Valley. Beautifully maintained outdoor clay courts.

  • GC

    Clay courts are well maintained and well operated. This is the most beautiful area surrounded by the White Mountains. Great pro shop and if you are looking for instruction, they have that covered. Also there is always someone ready to play in case you are short for doubles or singles.

  • CR

    Great location. Beautiful Surroundings. Feel like I’m in Switzerland1

  • ML

    Outstanding instruction, well-maintained courts, great scenery, other activities nearby, indoor courts, golf and ski village, wide choices for lodging, opportunities for arranged matches – great place to go short or long term. No weaknesses I can think of.

  • PD

    Waterville Valley delivers. I’ve been a long time visitor of Waterville Valley and just this past summer picked up a tennis racket for the first time in over 10 years. A trip up to WV and few lessons, with legend Tom Gross, later and I remember how much I love playing tennis here. The views are fantastic, don’t just take my word for it though, a google image search will give you all the evidence you need! While I was pretty rusty Tom’s excellent teaching ability helped to identify my weak areas while improving my stronger points. The valley itself possess a unique charm and you will find the people here immensely friendly. There is also no shortage of mountain biking, hiking, etc. People have been playing tennis here since the 1880s for a reason, it’s awesome!

  • JR

    Beautiful setting; well-maintained tennis courts; friendly, competent staff; excellent summer weather.

  • TS

    This is the best tennis resort ever! Well-Maintained clay courts and views to die for.

  • DG

    Tom Gross at Waterville Valley Resort has laserlike intuition when exhibiting his teaching skills. He immediately zones in on your best and worst to appropriately praise then evaluate and convey whatever he deems necessary. As a result, it becomes impossible to not improve your game. What else do you need to know tennis fans! Oh yes, spectacular views, exceptional clay courts and crisp mountain air will not only enhance and invigorate your game but will also entice you to return! Did I mention Tom’s wonderful sense of humor?!

  • DM

    Small program with excellent instruction. More like getting an intense private lesson with some opportunity to practice. Because the program was so small, you may not be matched with players at the same level for practice. However as the instruction was one-on-one, Tom (the superb pro) could instantly identify and fix problems in my game.

  • MG

    Beautiful setting; great people especially Tom Gross in charge of instruction

  • RB

    Great views.18 clay courts. The Wed round robin and party afterwards are a real bargain. Great company.

  • CF

    Beautiful setting!

  • ML

    This is one of the very best tennis camp: solid instruction, lots of valuable drills, terrific instructors. After three days in the beautiful White Mountains in Waterville Valley, NH, I feel energized and ready to put all I learned into practice.

  • NF

    Beautiful setting. Third time I have been to this [New England Tennis H9oidays] camp. Professional instruction, but fun and thoughtful instructors. Work on all aspects of game and attempt to work with each individual to give pointers are particular areas that need work. Great time for all Will be going back

  • ML

    Great tennis instruction, idyllic surroundings, beautiful courts

  • DL

    Great. Great coaches. A beautiful setting. Well maintained red clay. I have no negatives. It is my top choice and recommendation for others.

  • RR

    over 16 great clay courts. kept in a1 condition. round robins every day open to public for about two dollars per person. beau.indoor athletic facility with huge indoor and outdoor pools/hot tubs etc & restaurant overlookg indoor tennis courts. beaut. town center surrounding large pond/indoor skating rink/ boat (and ski rentals)

  • AN

    Waterville Valley is a beautiful, family oriented resort–great for tennis, hiking, biking and other outdoor activities. !7 clay courts plus a couple of indoor for backup in case weather gets bad. What i like is that you can park your car and walk or bike to everything. It’s a small place but everything you need is there–four or five restaurant options-and all at least decent–Wild Coyote is excellent as is Pizza Company and Legends Bar. Weaknesses–a bit off the beaten path, and a bit short on glitz, but some of us like it that way. A lot of other non-tennis activities for children as well. Value equation is excellent, as lodging, while not luxurious, is more than adequate and very inexpensive compared to schmancy places.

  • LB

    Strengths – great courts, friendly staff, friendly local members and resort visitors for a daily round robin while kids took lessons. Lessons were great – taught kids about the court areas and technical skills. Weaknesses – would be nice if the courts were lit for late evening, night playing. Otherwise, fantastic resort and tennis.

  • JK

    We visited Waterville Valley for the first time and we loved playing tennis at the tennis center run by the fabulous Tom Gross. The center features 18 clay courts with beautiful mountain vistas and it was wonderful to have the opportunity to play here. I cannot believe we did not discover this place sooner. Tom gave my teenage son a tennis lesson that he is still talking about and helped him with a lefty “Pancho Gonzalez” serve. Tom was warm, funny and a fantastic coach, and it was worth the trip to New England just to have that experience. We also played several times during our stay, using our activities pass for unlimited free tennis. You can sign up for clinics or private lessons (individual or group) at the tennis center (for a fee) or be matched with a partner if you just need someone to play with. Also, the Athletic Center down the road has two indoor courts for an extra fee per hour.
    Waterville has lots of activities but tennis was the draw for us and it exceeded our expectations. We loved it! Oh–and after tennis you can grab a chairlift ride right next door up a mountain and do some hiking. Or head to the Athletic Center for a swim in one of the beautiful pools. So…please don’t just think of Waterville Valley only as a winter ski resort–you will enjoy the tennis here for sure. And don’t miss a lesson with Tom!

  • JG

    [New England Tennis Holidays camp}: Great location and good support from the pros. We did a lot of drills, watched ourselves volley in slow motion on a TV, and played a lot of doubles. I would have liked to play a bit more singles, but it’s no big deal. I would love to do this again.

  • RH

    Well run, lots of instruction individualized for each person. Sometimes, the lead instructor talked a little too long but overall an amazing experience.

  • RH

    I have been in the tennis camp for 3 days and I learned a lot. Teaching team was very patient and fun. They were also very professional too. I would recommend to everyone to go there for 1, 2 or 3 days of tennis camp. I would not hesitate to go back.

  • DT

    The NE Tennis Holidays team does a fantastic job. We attended camp at Waterville Valley and it was well-run, and we got a ton of value out of the instruction. We’ll definitely be back!

  • ML

    The best camp at the best, most beautiful location. Terrific pros, terrific programming and tennis drills. Couldn’t have asked for better coaching.

  • MC

    The courts are beautifully located in the white mountains. The red clay courts are in really good shape. The club have 18 courts so there is always an open court. The resort itself have many great activities beside the tennis. Tom Gross is a real tennis genius that can take your game and especially your serve to the next level.

  • MC

    Training on this resort was awesome! I’ve learnt so much about the serve from tom!! I will definitely keep in mind, all of the things I’ve learned. Thank you, see you next time!

  • BJ

    Love the 18 clay courts situated in the beautiful White Mountains. Spent many summers there and have had a great experience each time. There’s also fun round-robins which are fun for meeting other guests. Really enjoy biking to the courts surrounded by a 360 degree view of the mountains.

  • BB

    Beautiful, friendly resort. Downside, courts could be better maintained.

  • JS

    The Tennis Center is so much fun. The Waterville Valley Tennis Center earned a Top 25 in the world ranking. The ranking was voted on by vacationers who rated the tennis center by going online to tennisresortsonline.com and describing their experience in Waterville Valley. The Tennis Center, in existence since 1884, is part of Waterville Valley Resort. The resort features hotels, restaurants, fitness center, and a variety of other amenities (i.e. golf, mountain biking, hiking, in-line skating, canoeing, paddle boating). The Tennis Center offers a variety of instructional lessons and opportunities for unstructured play for visitors.
    The Waterville Valley Tennis Center’s Director is United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) professional Tom Gross, Jr., who was trained by and worked for Rod Laver, Roy Emerson, Lew Hoad, Mal Anderson and Jack Kenney.

  • DS

    Extraordinary location. Views. Serenity. Lots of amenities.

  • WB

    Most beautiful place in the world.

  • KB

    Pristine and well run – Waterville Valley Tennis is the best!

  • DL

    Great place for a family of 3!!!

  • DF

    Great clay Great mountain views and air Great staff

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