Hot tub, sauna, arcade, 18 acres

Johnson, Vermont
$870 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 14

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Escape to the Ponderosa in Vermont with 18 acres of nature and two beautifully landscaped ponds right outside your front door. With a hot tub, sauna, fire pit, ponds, arcade, gym and bar you be fully entertained at the house with friends and family—the perfect setting for bonding and making lifelong memories! The house is located just two min from gourmet groceries, coffee, hiking, biking, kayaking and river fun. And centrally located near three of Vermont's best ski resorts!

THE SPACE

This 4BR/3BA plus a finished basement with two trundle beds. It sleeps up to 8 adults plus 7 kids—it does not sleep 15 adults. It's located in the Green Mountains of Vermont offering an idyllic retreat complete with a hot tub, sauna, arcade, and two beautiful ponds filled with wildlife in the summer and a large sledding hill in the back in the winter, and much more.

Spacious and stylish, the designer interior features 3500 square feet of living space. New floors, furniture, and updated kitchen appliances all add to the appeal.

Centrally located with tons of summer activities just minutes away including kayaking, biking, hiking, fishing and more. And in the winter, if you’re not visiting one of the three top ski resorts closet by you can use the snow shoes and cross country skis included in your stay to explore the 18 acres out back or bundle up the kids and enjoy sledding down the huge hill (sleds provided).

This home is in a quiet neighborhood and is ideal for families. PARTIES ARE NOT PERMITTED.

LIVING AREA

The welcoming upper living/dining room features a 8 person dining table (more room for the kids at the breakfast bar), a seating area with flat screen smart TV, sonos speakers, charging station and new furniture.

The lower living room features a 75” flat screen smart TV, full bathroom, sauna, game closet, and wet bar with sink, beverage fridge and plenty of glass ware and bar tools to mix your favorite cocktails.

Off the lower living room you’ll find the game room and gym featuring two arcades (Pac Man and Street Fighter), darts, and gym equipment (eliptical, stationary bike, weights, yoga mats, and a flat screen smart TV to stream your favorite workout).

During summer months, the upper level has Air Conditioning in all four bedrooms, the living room and kitchen. The basement level does not have AC but stays cool on it's own.

KITCHEN & DINING

The gourmet kitchen is outfitted with a brand-new suite of stainless steel appliances – including a fully stocked coffee station (stocked with coffee, tea, sugar and creamers) and waffle bar for the kids (with genuine real VT maple syrup, of course).


BED & BATH

This home sleeps a maximum of 15 people. There is room for 8 adults in the four bedrooms plus finished basement each equipped with a smart TV and all have new beds and mattresses. Plus additional sleeping space for 7 kids on the bunk beds off the primary bedroom or on the pull out trundle bed in the full guest room, or on the double trundle beds in the lower level arcade/fitness room.

The primary suite features a king bed, desk, smart TV and set of bunk beds for kids. The en-suite bathroom has radiant heat floors and is appointed with a double vanity and walk-in shower.

The second guest room has a king bed, flat screen smart TV, dresser and spacious closet.

The third guest room, bright and airy with a view of the mountain landscape in the back, has a queen bed, flat screen smart TV, rocking chair and spacious closet.

The fourth guest room will make kids and adults smile, bright and airy with a feeling of being surrounded by nature, there’s a full bed with a pull out twin trundle, dresser and spacious closet.

The fifth sleeping area is the lower level arcade/fitness area where on one end of the room there are two twin trundle beds sleeping a total of four kids.

Each bedroom has a luggage rack, hamper and fan. And the bathrooms are stocked with the following travel size amenities: premium shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and hand soap.


OUTDOOR AREA & AMENITIES

So many areas to explore on this property. From the various activities in the front to the mowed path on the 18 acres in the back, you’ll have plenty to do right here on the property..

The private front yard includes a dining table for 8, a brand new 6 person hot tub, an upper patio with seating and a bbq and all with a view of the two beautifully landscaped ponds.

The ponds feature two electric flowing waterfalls, a fountain and plenty of wildlife. You'll find creatures of all sizes enjoying the two ponds.

As if the ponds aren’t enough, the play structure, croquet and sand box ensure plenty of entertainment for the kids while the adults relax.

For magic hour the whole group can enjoy happy hour in the 8 adirondacks chairs down by the pond with the firepit surrounded by wildlife and nature.

In the winter months you can use the snow shoes, sleds and cross country skis provided to explore the 18 acres (mostly cleared) in the back!



EXTRA PERKS & MORE DETAILS

Complimentary high speed Wi-Fi, tons of books, and a brand new washer/dryer, and a second full size fridge in the basement (key for large groups) are provided along with keyless locks, a Nest thermostat system and wifi boosters and smoke alarms. Driveway parking is available for four cars and the garage off the entry way fits two cars.

This is a three level home with stairs to each level.

For those bringing dogs, we provide dog beds (with washable covers), dog blankets, dog dishes, doggie bags, doggie treats.

LOCATION:

1.5 miles to Lamoille Valley Bike Tours, 10 miles to Vermont Canoe & Kayak Tours, less than 1 mile to numerous swimming holes and hiking

18 miles to Stowe, 16 miles to Smugglers Notch, 34 miles to Jay Peak

PLEASE NOTE: By booking this property, you are agreeing to:
- The House Rules;
- That all eligible refunds are subject to a 6% cancellation fee to cover the credit card processing fees; AND
- You are giving permission to SafelyStay,Inc., to verify your identity and check criminal databases to confirm your reservation. Complete terms regarding Safely's guest verification can be found on their website. You will receive an email to complete your screening.
- We do not accept cancelations due to Ski Mountain ticket availability or regional storms or evacuations. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for requests to cancel that fall outside of our cancellation policy as stated in our renters agreement.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3500 Sq Ft (325 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Sauna
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Desk Desk Chair
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Center Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Mountain Biking Nearby Rafting Nearby Snow Sports Gear Snowmobiling Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Stereo Video Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Toys Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 14

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Jessica P.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 11, 2025

    Great place to stay for our extended family annual vacation. Jayla and the management team were very accommodating and responsive. Beautiful property.

  • Eva V.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    We had a wonderful time with our children and grandchildren. The house was spacious and clean with lots of indoor and outdoor spaces to congregate. Pac Man was a big hit. We cooked most nights, and the open concept, and large kitchen made it easy with all the necessary utensils. The spa was a bonus, and the yard was just incredible. The frogs in the pond were entertaining and smore's around the fire pit were great. Lots to do in the area, hiking, visits to Stowe, Johnson and Burlington. Breweries and creamy's always a delight. The team was incredibly responsive!!

  • Cathy T.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    Great family home! Kitchen had most things, beds were comfortable. Atlas property mgt was quick to respond to all requests.

  • Alena H.

    Submitted Mar 3, 2025

    Stayed Feb 22, 2025

    We celebrated my husband’s birthday at the house, and it was amazing! The house was perfect for couples and single people. There was enough space to hang out, play games and have dinner all together. Hot tub and sauna were a great addition to relax after all day skiing in Stowe. I wish the house was a little closer to Stowe but 40 min drive was doable. I really appreciate the responsiveness of the host and highly recommend them for booking.

  • Judy X.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    We stayed at this lovely home for a long weekend in Feb. 2025. It was well equiped, very nicely decorated and the beds and couches were all super comfortable. I had brought food with us to cook and forgot the basics (salt, pepper, olive oil), fortunately they supplied all of that which was so nice. They even had a fresh bag of coffee and pancake mix. The mangement company was extrememly attentive, responded to all texts quickly. There was a snow storm during our stay (of course) and the driveway was plowed multiple times. We would highly recommend and would definitely stay there again. Thanks for a wonderful weekend.

  • Reilly R.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2024

    Stayed Nov 26, 2024

    This house was everything we could have hoped for and more! Our family (8 adults + kids and dogs) stayed here for the week of Thanksgiving and we were honestly blown away at how much the house had to offer. The kitchen & appliances were fully stocked with everything we could have needed for big family meals, including plenty of plates, serving ware, platters, mugs/glasses, etc. despite us being a large group. The house and property grounds were beautiful and very clean. We used the hot tub and sauna daily, both which were incredible additions to an already lovely experience in the house. We also loved having the two separate living room spaces (one upstairs and one downstairs) to spread out in throughout the week. The house was well equipped for children as well. The kids (ages 6-10) loved having so much outdoor space to play and the game room downstairs was also a big hit for them. In terms of location, the house is under 15 minutes to a large grocery store and only about 25 minutes to Stowe. Overall, we couldn't recommend The Ponderosa enough! We would love to stay here again.

  • Diane H.

    Submitted Jan 10, 2024

    Stayed Dec 27, 2023

    Not as close to stowe as we would have liked but absolutely beautiful property!

  • Tatyana L.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2023

    Stayed Dec 22, 2023

    We spend a wonderful time, the house is comfortable, clean and has everything we needed! We would consider to come again!

  • sherrylee b.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2023

    Stayed Sep 15, 2023

    This home was breathtaking. It was extremely clean. My best friend and my 2 adult daughters go away for a girls weekend every year to catch up on life and provide support to each other in our endeavors. It’s more like a women’s retreat. We refocus, reassess and when we leave we are rejuvenated. We eat amazing food ( my oldest is a chef) we enjoyed the house and jacuzzi. Everything was perfect. Even the management was super responsive when we had questions. The house was spacious and the family room down stairs was a a favorite spot to hang out. The locate is beautiful and we definitely want to go back! If you’re on the fence- jump! You won’t regret this home!

  • Caleb N.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2023

    Stayed Aug 16, 2023

    We can't say enough about our experience at the Ponderosa. The home is within close proximity to all sorts of nearby activities. Despite mostly rainy weather during our stay, we were able to squeeze in a fun zip lining tour about 20 minutes from the home. The Ponderosa was very well maintained and was well equipped to entertain folks of all ages. There was a croquet set, darts, a playset, sandbox, hot tub, sauna, and two arcade video games. Jayla was easily accessible and very responsive. We highly recommend this home to anyone looking to vacation in Vermont!

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$870+
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