Private Green Mountain get-away with pond in Ripton*

Ripton, Vermont
$470 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

***-NO PARTIES ALLOWED****

The Space

In the heart of the Moosalamoo National Forest Recreation Area, this is a bright, spacious, home on 32 acres bordering national forest with an open view of a large private pond. There is a small beach area on one end of the pond and a screened-in porch attached to the house for enjoying the view in the shade. Beyond the pond is a lovely creek and just up the road are various hiking and cross-country ski trails as well as the Robert Frost trail, Snow Bowl, Breadloaf campus, Silver Lake, and the famous Blueberry Hill. Also nearby are Middlebury, Brandon, Lincoln, Bristol, and within an hour are Burlington, Rutland, and Killington.
Relax in the quiet and enjoy views of green from every room. This beautiful retreat in nature is perfect for families, couples, friends, artists, writers, photographers, special private events and more!

Guest Access:

Check in times: 4pm-8pm . After hours check-in will be subject to an extra charge.

Each room have one queen size bed ( for 2 ppl).
Extra guest fee : After 6 guest we charge $30 per night/per person.
We provide an air mattress ( queen size also) for 2 ppl and can be set up very easy in any room or common space ( like living room area).
We only allow 2 more extra guest.
The house has two levels. Guests will have access to either the only upstairs level or both, depending on number of guests booked.

House Rules:

-NO PARTIES ALLOWED

-NO SMOKING INSIDE THE HOUSE.

- Smoking is only permitted outside in designated areas, and must be disposed of in provided recepticle.

- Must leave the property the way you found it. Exceptions: beds and laundry.

- No pets

- Fireplaces are NOT useable. They are decorative only and are not in working order at this time. Please do not attempt to build a fire.

-Each room have one queen size bed ( for 2 ppl).
Extra guest fee : After 6 guest we charge $30 per night/per person.
We provide an air mattress ( queen size also) for 2 ppl and can be set up very easy in any room or common space ( like living room area).

- Property is available for private events subject to approval by owners. Different rates and requirements apply.

-NO parties allowed without prior approval/arrangements with owners.

-The house is off a dirt road. Please use caution when driving at night and/or in strong weather conditions.

-Please use extra caution near ice. The pond may appear to be frozen, but is deep and does not freeze solid enough to be safe.

-Please supervise any children near the water, as there are no fences around the pond or creek.

-Place any trash in metal recepticles provided outside with lid CLOSED. We do not want to invite any wild animals.



Interaction with Guests

The owners are not in the same city; however, they are easy to contact and there is a property manager who will greet guests and will be somewhat available in the event of any issues.

The Neighborhood

Local hiking trails;
-Robert Frost
-Spirit in Nature
-Oak Ridge Trail
-Mt. Moosalamoo Trail
-Silver Lake trail
- Lake Dunmore (10 minutes drive).
-Snow Bowl (10 minutes drive)

Getting Around

Middlebury Shuttle Bus stops 1.5 miles down the street and will take you to the Snow Bowl or downtown.

Other Things to Note

The Ripton Community House holds the Ripton Coffee House event series nearby

There are places to kayak and paddleboard close by

There are nice shops, restaurants, coffee shops, and arts/culture events in Middlebury

LICENSE /REGISTRATION NUMBER : MRT-10126712.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing Ski Lift Privileges Ski Privileges
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2000 Sq Ft (186 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Italian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Hunting Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Snow Sports Gear Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Music Library Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Tara G.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 30, 2025

    Wonderful spot, beautiful, tranquil and close to amazing hiking and skiing. Super clean, lots of amenities and beautiful views. We had a great stay we would love to come back!

  • Nick C.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    After over a decade of regular VRBO stays, this is the first negative review we have ever left, and the first property we have had to leave. The house smelled very strongly of rodents, to the point of causing itching and breathing issues. The entire house was completely covered in ultrasonic deterrent devices, which clearly were not working. We left after about 15 minutes to go find somewhere else to stay, as sleeping there was out of the question. We immediately notified the owner, who has been friendly , but has pretended this is not an issue, and has not been at all forthcoming in honestly acknowledging the rodent problem and refunding our stay. He offered a one night refund, which is inadequate given the property was uninhabitable if you don’t want to sleep with rodents. We did not stick around to take a million photos, as we assumed the owner would be more professional. Attached is one photo which has one of the devices sitting on the toilet. There were probably 25 around the house. We would have not even bothered to leave this review if the owner would have done the right thing and given a refund.

  • Gilbert C.

    Submitted Feb 20, 2024

    Stayed Feb 15, 2024

    Property was in a great location with beautiful scenery. Hosts were easily accessible and very accommodating. Would definitely recommend and stay again.

  • Kate W.

    Submitted May 30, 2022

    Stayed May 27, 2022

    Nice home with large open dining/living area. That space was great for family (all adults) to hang out together, and each couple also had their own bedroom. Kitchen very well equipped.

  • tim b.

    Submitted Jul 9, 2021

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Our family originally built this home and it was amazing to see what Jose’s family has done to it over the years. If looking for a quiet place to stay that is still within a short distance of civilization, this is your place to go

  • Cleo D.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2021

    Stayed May 30, 2021

    Beautiful and cozy cabin that is spacious and welcoming. There is a pond and garden that add to the picturesque nature of the property. Overall a quiet and secluded place to vacay!

  • Diane L.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2020

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We live in Vermont, and decided to vacation in the state due to the coronavirus. We had to make several changes in our original reservation (due to the pandemic), and the property manager was very helpful in handling these. The place was even better than we imagined. We wish we could have spent more time away. There was so much to do, even just a short drive away. And, we could have happily stayed just at the house. It was comfortable, bright, and well-provisioned. In addition, although we couldn't swim in the pond, it provided endless entertainment to the two children who used the net to capture (and release) critters. Hopefully, there will be another visit in the future. Thank you!

  • NATASHA S.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2020

    Stayed Feb 27, 2020

    Definitely stay again

  • Lars E.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2019

    Stayed May 24, 2019

    Perfect spot. Exactly as described. We had a great time.

  • NATASHA S.

    Submitted Feb 6, 2019

    Stayed Feb 1, 2019

    Well stocked , great private location

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$501+
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