About Us

                                                                                                                                                                                        You may not know this person or even seen his pt cruisers and touring vans on the back roads of Vermont, but thousands of people traveling to Vermont are glad they did. You see, Kevin Lendway with his signature Donegal cap is the owner and operator of Mountain View Tours, (mountainviewtours-online.com ) a Tour company based in Stowe, Vermont has been dubbed: “Mr. Vermont”, by many of his customers.
            People come to Vermont from all over to get away from it all and unwind at a luxury resort far away. Searching the web, calling the chambers, often results in a simple call to a fourth generation Vermonter and tour guide for the past 12 years. "I really enjoy my work", says: Kevin, "‘What a thrill to meet people of all ages, from all over the world and from all walks of life such as: farmers, mechanics, truckers, school teachers to doctors, writers, artists and politicians,'” As far away as Cape Town, South Africa to addressing an audience of tour operators from Khuzestan Russia at a Vermont college., Kevin is more than up to the challenge.
            A husband of 36 years to Becky Lendway and although not having any children, he is a big kid at heart. Kevin was raised the youngest of 5 boys and 2 sisters, we never had a dull moment. We were good kids, if we got out of hand, my Dad would threaten to take us to Waterbury, no not to Ben & Jerry's but to the Vermont State Mental Hospital. That usually corrected any misbehavior on our part. Cable TV didn’t exist growing up, we grew up in the city of Burlington but had chores, chickens, a steer and a garden that would feed half the city. That was a lot of work. I learned from experience, that if one had goals in life then we would strive and work hard to reach them. I always liked radio as a boy. What a surprise that one day working at a college station in the city of Burlington did I learn I was the first radio announcer to talk on Vermont’s first stereo rock station, I was only 16 at the time.
            More recently, Kevin had rented a house to 4 students attending Johnson State College. A few years went by only to learn that the students had formed a band and named their group after their landlord. The band is called: "Lendway"; and has been ranked one of the top performing bands in Burlington, Vermont. Some of their music CD's can be purchased or downloaded on I TUNES. By the way the next time you are in Burlington and in the mood for pizza. Stop at "Bite Me Pizza", corner of Howard and Saint Paul St. and order the: "Lendway Pizza"; named after the band which of course is name after Kevin, the inspiration behind the name.
           Vacations were the highlight of our summers. I realized that vacations mean a lot to people no matter who they are or where they come from. That was the ticket, I thought, to give people something memorable-an exciting Vermont vacation they will never forget. Though my Dad thought I cracked up, we worked hard on this endeavor, we dug and we researched town after town, village and village for something that was highly educational, informative as well as entertaining with fascinating Vermont history, folklore, legends and tales whether it be maple sugaring and covered bridges to the buried mummy in a Middlebury graveyard and the lost diamond ring in a small Vermont town owned by Buffalo Bill while hunting.. Or how they got the name Camel’s hump (Vermont’s 4th highest mountain) from Camel’s rump? Kevin has something for everyone. Why Kevin’s Father, a long-time Vermonter passes on many of the intriguing stories such as the name “dunder rock” that resembles a ship on Lake Champlain. What a great story that makes on a Burlington city tour!.
           Unlike most Vermonters who prefer to stick close to home like Kevin’s father who barely left his living room chair, Kevin, strikes a common cord with most travelers. That is because he himself is also a tourists and a world-wide traveler who loves to take local tours.
           For “Mr. Vermont”, of Mountain View Tours working for the number one industry, tourism, has definitely paid off. Ideally, tourism is a win-win arrangement. The consumer escapes his normal routine and is pampered, entertained, or educated. What better place to offer that than to visit scenic and historic Vermont? There is more to vacations than fine dining and plush resorts. Tour Operators are thus challenged to make an actual visit an outstanding experience while resorts provide the comforts of home. That’s where Mr. Vermont “ of Mountain View Tours enters the picture, “Of all the factors which determine real pleasure and enjoyment while traveling, there is no other factor more important than the way guests are treated by the local people and the feeling of security which they experience.”
           But it is very challenging to be outgoing, pleasant, and smiling on the job all the time. That is why “Mr. Vermont” instills the need to approach whatever the role we play with the same professionalism that would characterize a doctor, an attorney, or an insurance agent. We use uncompromising standards for every function that makes up the overall tourist experience. The harder we work as a Vermont tour guide in achieving these standards, the more seamless and consistently higher the level of performance will be.”
          So, the next time you decide to get away from it all and unwind.. Remember that Vermont has plenty to choose from. But if you want to have the complete Vermont experience, than: “Mr. Vermont”, may just be what the doctor has ordered…. www.mountainviewtours-online.com

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COMMENTS FROM OUR CUSTOMERS

September 2011

Thank you so much for the tour of Montreal.  Your wisdom and knowledge of the city made for a great experience!.

Great Tour, I would be sure to pass along the "Mr. Vermont"; name.   Remember to tell people to watch

FOX 44  local news.

Brittney Hibbs

FOX 44 News

February 2003

A very enjoyable day on your tour- thank you.

The Mayor,

Fusco City , Alabama

November 2011

Mr. Vermont,

Thank you so much for all your expertise.  We truly enjoyed the day!

What a great honeymoon, we had.  Thanks again!

Shauna Pender

Miss Florida 2003

!2/ 2010

Thanks for making my dream trip to Vermont a reality. Just spending the day with you was most enjoyable and entertaining.

J.R.

Calabasas, CA -91230

10-23-2003

Thank you for making the day of our engagement so special. This trip will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Soon to be Mr. & Mrs. G.

Bronx , NY

December 2003

Thanks for giving me so much material for my next book.

L.C.- Author

Newark , England

12/30/03

After believing we were going to have a boring retreat at our lodge, we found you on the internet. Your knowledge, understanding and your willingness to share information was uncanny. Mountain View Tours is 2^ND TO NONE. Keep up the good work, forever sharing with other families.

W. R. W.

Florida

3/18/01

Very interesting & “sweet” tour. Highly recommended for those with a sweet tooth!

N.C.W.

Malaysia

6/20/01

Thanks for giving us such an informative, interesting tour! We’ll tell our Florida friends what a wonderful tour it is and what a beautiful state Vermont is.

Orlando , Florida

6/24/01

It has been a great pleasure in meeting you and having you as the most valuable and knowledgeable tour guide we have ever met. We really enjoyed your tour guidance which has turned out to be beyond our expectations. My family really enjoyed your company with a great deal of your scholarly narration of historical events of Stowe , VT. Thank you very much for your great and enjoyable hospitality.

Regards with best wishes,

Boston , MA and Bangladesh

June 26-28, 2001

First time in Vermont and thanks to you we had a wonderful experience. Probably we saw more of the North of Vermont than most locals. Thank you for your hospitality and we will definitely recommend your services.

A & M.B.

United Kingdom

7/15/01

Nice meeting you. I hope you’ll one day come and visit me in Cairo .

C.W.

Cairo , Egypt

August, 2001

It was wonderful to have a private tour of Montreal . We would recommend Mountain View Tours to anyone.

L & D.C.

Pennsylvania

8/17/01

You were absolutely wonderful! What a great experience touring Stowe with you. It was like you were a part of our group. Thank you so much for sharing your joyous personality with us!

T & S.B.

Dallas , Texas

11/13/01

I am a travel agent and by far this has been the best tour. I learned a lot. Thank you.

Y. L. Travel Agent

NYC

2-1-2002

What a great trip and so informative. It has made my trip so enjoyable.

Wellington , New Zealand

3/16/02

This has been a very interesting and amazing ride through Vermont . I’ve enjoyed it a lot and I love maple syrup. Thanks for all your kindness.

E.A.

Dominican Republic

3/22/02

The tour was great! You are the best and my best souvenir from Vermont ! Thanks for all.

Congo and Belgium

7/02/02

Thanks for showing us the “real” Vermont . You made our trip to Stowe even more enjoyable. You’re great. I wish more people can be like you.

N.N.

Queens , NY

8/02/02

Thanks Kevin! You saved our trip! Thanks for your patience & guidance.

Montreal

7/27/02

You have found your calling. You were more fun and informative than the lady from Stoweflake Inn had promised. Will give you a call when I get back up this way.

D.M.

Charlotte , North Carolina

8/02/02

The best thing about our trip was your tour. Nice way to end. Nibble, shop. Thank you. You are very kind.

M.B.

Montreal

August, 2002

This tour was perfect! Gave me a taste of everything of Vermont . Exactly what I was looking for.

Hyannis , Massachusetts

9/22/02

Thank you for the great and interesting day. Would like to do it again. You are a smart guy and you know your history.

K.H.

Kittering , Ohio

10/06/02

It has been a marvelous experience. You have been a real opal gem with your support, help and direction. You have made my experience in Vermont something to be remembered. Experiencing the colors, smells and sounds will be a lasting memory. This has been a lifetime wish to see lovely Vermont in my lifetime. Mountain View Tours has made a lasting impression. A great guide who knows Vermont and picks out memorable spots. An excellent and understanding guide. Very highly recommended.

A.R.

Adelaide , Australia

10/07/02

I loved Vermont before this trip, but now thanks to you I appreciate it even more. Thank you so much for the informative, beautiful tour. Just what I was hoping for. Just wish I could remember all the great information you told us. Hope you & your wife will come and visit us in the forest in Ocala, Florida .

D.C.

Ocala , Florida

6-4-03

I come from India but have lived in the United States for 30 years.

Mr. Lendway has been our guide in Vermont . He has a tremendous

knowledge of the state. He is a gentleman. We enjoyed having him

as our tour guide.

India

9-17-03

Our tours of Burlington and Montreal were very informative and lots

of fun. I learned so much. Good job! Thank you. Merci.

Cousin of Peter Cetera

Clearwater , Florida

10-31-03

After 2 tours, I feel like we’ve known you for a long time. Thanks so much for showing us around your beautiful state and New Hampshire . We had a great time!

K & D.L.

Aurora , Colorado

12/30/03

We so enjoyed our 2 memorable day trips with you! Montreal was a wonderful experience. We loved it! Our “Taste of Vermont” trip was also fantastic! Thank you for relaying all of your incredible knowledge of Vermont & the area to us! We learned so much & had a ton of fun!

Until next time,

J, B, M, & A.W

Fort Lauderdale , Florida

1/14/04

Thanks much for going that extra mile. We had a great experience at -16 degrees. I speak for all of us that we will think and talk of you when we see our home movies!

I.L.

Canada

3/21/01

Very good tour guide, friendly atmosphere

P.S.

England

8/28/01

Your really kept us busy during our short visit. Lots of memories. Thanks!

E.G.

Pearland , Texas

May 2002

You are the best tour guide in Vermont . I will go again and see all the same things. I like the ice cream the best. I had a great time.

A.A.

Atlanta , Georgia

05/19/02

Thank you Kevin for a splendid and informative day. Its opened our eyes. All the best. We’ll be back.

B.P.

Dollard, Québec

9/29/03

What a nice day! So much better than a big bus with a definite schedule. Thank You!

T.C.

Washington DC

6/05/03

Thank you for the fantastic tour! We enjoyed it!

E.J.

The Philippines