Summer in Vermont: Smugglers' Notch -- bike, hike, art, breweries & more!

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Spring in Vermont...soon to become a glorious summer.

The bed is behind the '1/2 wall' in the left side of this photograph.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 31024 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Laundry
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Cambridge, VT

Smugglers Notch
‪4 min drive‬
Smugglers' Notch Ski Area
‪9 min drive‬
Stowe Mountain Resort
‪59 min drive‬
Stowe, VT (MVL-Morrisville-Stowe State)
‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The Pondhouse is perfect for travelers seeking to combine vacation with a space in which to create, find solace, seek connection with nature and/or significant other….
This region of Vermont has long been a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy skiing & riding, biking, hiking, breweries, culture, fishing and paddling. Smugglers' Notch Ski Resort is ~ 3 miles away with alpine and Nordic skiing. and loads of summer fun. Nearby, Stowe, offers a plethora of offerings (please note: Stowe is ~ 15 minutes away in the summer and is one hour away in winter months due to the closure of Rte 108). Jay Peak is 50 minutes away. This area is popular with painters, writers, photographers and to the art community at large. Equally a favorite for foodies and craft beer lovers. If you enjoy locally grown and the slow food movement, this is a place to explore. Discover the best of the country's best craft beer and savor locally grown food.

A unique feature of The Pondhouse is the array of solar panels that powers the property. Your visit is heightened knowing that you are helping to reduce our carbon footprint.

Enjoy a totally separate home/studio (30' x 32') with a private entrance that leads to fully equipped kitchen, dining room, bathroom with shower, queen bed, comfortable living room with faux wood fireplace. Enjoy the private patio overlooking gardens, a pond, and mountains.
Includes:
- Full kitchen with pots, pans, spices, etc.
- Smart TV
- WIFI
- Coffee maker, French Press, toaster, microwave oven
- Fantastic drinking water from a 320' foot well
- BBQ grill

Property manager

Ellen Hill

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

1 dog allowed; check w/ Ellen before booking.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not allowed in the home; smoking is allowed outside.

If you want to bring a well behaved dog, please make an inquiry with Ellen before booking. $25 charge / night.

No housekeeping service.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Jeffersonville

Jeffersonville is home to this apartment. Smugglers Notch and Stowe Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Brown & Jenkins Coffee Roasters and Stowe Golf Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.

Cambridge, VT

What's nearby

Smugglers Notch - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Smugglers' Notch Ski Area - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
Stowe Gondola - 15 min drive - 12.8 km
Smugglers Notch State Park - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
Stowe Mountain Resort - 59 min drive - 58.7 km

Getting around

Essex Junction-Burlington Station - 43 min drive
Stowe, VT (MVL-Morrisville-Stowe State) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Den - ‬16 min drive
‪Martell's at the Red Fox - ‬4 min drive
‪Spruce Camp Bar - ‬22 min drive
‪Morse Mountain Grille - ‬7 min drive
‪Cliff House Restaurant - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer in Vermont: Smugglers' Notch -- bike, hike, art, breweries & more! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Summer in Vermont: Smugglers' Notch -- bike, hike, art, breweries & more!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer in Vermont: Smugglers' Notch -- bike, hike, art, breweries & more!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Summer in Vermont: Smugglers' Notch -- bike, hike, art, breweries & more! located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out apartment building in Jeffersonville is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Smugglers Notch and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Barn at Smugglers' Notch and Brewster Ridge Disc Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

st s.

4 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smugglers Notch Retreat

Great place...close to Smugglers...incredible views!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maud B.

29 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter wonderland for our little Christmas getaway

My partner and I stayed at Ellen’s place for 5 nights over Christmas - it was a wonderful getaway! The space is designed as one big open space (like a studio) with very large windows overlooking a pond. It is extremely cozy and quiet. Note that there are no shades to block out light so you might want to bring an eye mark of you are sensitive to light in the morning. It snowed quite a bit but Ellen was very communicative with us and a snow plower came to ensure the path was clear. I still recommend to come with a sturdy SUV and snow tires during winter. I also recommend guests to shop groceries before arriving as the local shops are quite basic.The kitchen was well equipped which was very useful as we cooked everyday! The only downside was that the gas fireplace was not working and we didn’t know about it, it would have made the atmosphere even cozier.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

21 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

It was a great ski family vacay.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

25 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience at Pondhouse!

My husband and I had a wonderful experience at the Pondhouse. Ellen was a very gracious hostess, and was especially kind to help us when we experienced a flat tire (she hooked us up with a local repair shop, and drove us to purchase groceries during the repair.) The property was beautiful and peaceful, with plenty of space to walk our dog on the property itself, and on the adjacent road. The location was perfect, with easy access for family wedding activities at Jeffersonville, Smuggler’s Notch, and Stowe. Highly recommend!!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan M.

21 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Ellen was great and our stay at the cottage was very pleasant. It had everything we needed and was very cozy and comfortable. The WiFi was occasionally slow at random, but overall no problems at all.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

10 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

Our host Ellen was amazing. Ellen made a point to check in and meet us and ask if we needed anything. The area is stunning and the house is beautiful, much more than I expected from the listing.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb P.

10 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific accommodations, fabulous host

This is a great place to stay. Close to Stowe, Smugglers Notch, and many local villages and attractions. Clean and nicely appointed, comfortable bed and lots of cooking tools (I love to cook a lot, we only eat out once or twice when we come up). The big front windows overlook the little pond and the beautiful grounds, and we can see the sun come up over the cloud shrouded mountaintops most mornings. It’s lovely. Ellen is a wonderful host and is just a message away if we need anything. We love Ellen!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

8 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Peaceful Getaway!

Perfect relaxing retreat for a beautiful fall retreat. Ellen was awesome to talk with, and the "Pondhouse" was extremely well appointed with every detail that may be needed for your stay. Absolutely a great place to stay!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

11 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Wonderful place to stay Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Astara M.

7 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We had a wonderful time at Ellen’s place. Very cozy and private. There are lots of things to do within a short drive. Beautiful space, very clean, great communication with the host. 5 stars all around.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni W.

29 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, art-filled escape in Vermont

The Pond House and surrounding property are beautifully designed and maintained. My partner, small dog, and I stayed for an idyllic week that combined remote work and vacation. The open floor-plan has several well defined areas and it was easy to stay out of each other's way / maintain separate work spaces throughout the week. (It may be tougher for two people who need to be on a lot of calls or virtual meetings.) I loved watching the rain and the trees through the large windows. The paintings by Ellen's mother are fantastic and inspired me to get back to my own art practice. Ellen is a warm, thoughtful, and gracious host. It was a fantastic experience! Thank you, Ellen!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

25 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful country escape

We loved our stay at The Pondhouse, and we love the host. The space is lovely -- it feels like home. The host provides everything you need. And the view of the pond and grounds is spectacular. If you're looking for quiet and calm with a beautiful view, this is it.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Country Respite

We had such an amazing stay at Ellen's place! She is amazing, so accommodating and helpful. Her place is gorgeous and so peaceful. The studio was beautiful with everything you need to relax and unwind. We loved our time there and will definitely be back again. Thank you Ellen, it was a dream!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

3 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The property provides a wonderful base from which to explore Northern VT. The garden is beautiful and the views from the property are inspiring. Ellen is a kind and thoughtful host and went above and beyond expectations to make our stay fantastic.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita R.

21 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Pond House. Ideal location for hiking and exploring the area. Ellen is the most gracious host. A relaxing retreat!

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

8 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pondhouse in Vermont

This property was beautiful and Ellen was very kind and welcoming. She lives on the property so it was very easy to reach her, she gave us her cell number too in case we needed anything. It is a large space with a large bathroom and a fully stocked kitchen (this was nice because we hosted our parents for dinner) and it had everything we needed. It was super clean as well and very quiet. A wonderful spot for a peaceful retreat.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi W.

27 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and wonderful host

We loved staying at this home in Jeffersonville. If you like a peaceful and quiet place to stay, this is the place. Ellen was so helpful and responsive. We are so grateful for staying there for our honeymoon. Thank you again Ellen!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle b.

25 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful unique experience!

The Pondhouse, property and location are just beautiful! Ellen was the perfect host and we look forward to a return stay soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

11 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional Find in the Green Mountains

This was an amazing property tucked away in the Green Mountains within minutes of Smuggler's Notch. The property is absolutely beautiful with everything we needed for a one week stay. The owner was friendly and responsive to our needs. This is a wonderful property which my wife and I highly recommend. Jim & Norma Carbine

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jay S.

30 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay, just as listed.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

28 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short but sweet

My only complaint about our stay is that it was too short! We only had a couple of days for a quick get away but it was worth the trip. My communication with Ellen was easy and she made checking in totally hassle free. The place is perfect, homey and comforting, and the property, even though it was winter, I could tell would be magical in the warmer months. The view out the living room window made it hard to get up and get going but we did some exploring. Nothing beats a small New England town at Christmas time...I hope we can come back soon!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

NILKA

13 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Perfect place for relaxing and quite time!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb P., Lowell, MA

7 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Wonderful Long Weekend

This is such a fantastic place to stay... The views are amazing, every window looks out onto beautiful scenery, the house itself is beautiful and has lots of cooking tools (I'm a big cook, so this is important to me), comfortable queen sized bed, and nice roomy clean bathroom. Ellen, our host, is my favorite host ever. She is friendly and available when/if needed, and just a great person all around. We love Ellen! We've already booked next year's anniversary weekend, and we can't wait to come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurel G.

21 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful fall stay

Beautiful property and Ellen is a great host. Highly recommend!!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

11 Sept 2023

Liked: Amenities

The space was clean and nicely appointed, and the view was beautiful. The property was private but provided good access to the surrounding towns.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ellen Hill

I am honored to have a home that allows me to share the beauty of Vermont. I lived in Vermont since 1974 take great pride in our cultural heritage and environment. If you are a lover of nature and culture--or desire a quiet, private get-away, this place will offer you many options.
As an advid biker, skier, kayaker and all-around general outdoor enthusiast, I'd be honored to share the magic of the region.

Why they chose this property

The Pondhouse has been called magical and enchanted. I've travelled and lived overseas and have served in the Peace Corps. To own a home (that actually has two homes) and allows me to host people from all over the world is a unique privilege. Now that I have offered The Pondhouse to others and I read the reviews and the notes that are left behind, I know that others cherish their time here and create special memories. I have been meeting the nicest people who love the magic of Vermont!

What makes this property unique

The Pondhouse has been described many ways:

"The "home" as well as the outside surroundings with the gardens and the mountains in the background are spectacular, peaceful and pristine."

"Perfect weekend getaway to escape the city and find true peace and quiet. The house was tucked away and all you could hear were birds and frogs."

"The Pondhouse felt like a home away from home."

"If you are looking for a convenient, well- appointed, lovely spot to get away from it all, this is your place. The photos can't possibly do it justice."

"It is a perfect place for a couples getaway, great space for cooking and enjoying a meal and each other."

"It's peaceful with beautiful surroundings, yet conveniently located just down the road from the bustle at Smuggler's Notch."

Come discover the magic for yourself!

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