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Escape to The Pondhouse, a haven in Vermont's picturesque countryside. Unwind in the private patio overlooking gardens, a serene pond, and majestic mountains. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with local flavors at your fingertips and warm up by the faux wood fireplace. Discover nature's beauty on nearby trails or relax amidst solar-powered comfort.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 395 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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

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.

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

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.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,024 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash all dishes.
Leave keys on the desk.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Smoking is not allowed in the home; smoking is allowed outside.
A well behaved dog is allowed; please make an inquiry with Ellen before booking. $25 charge / night. A Pet Agreement will be sent.
No parties. Daytime guests welcome. Please let Ellen know if you'll have company.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 1 dog allowed; check w/ Ellen before booking.

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Winter in Vermont A Snow Lovers Dream smugglers Notch Area
Winter in Vermont A Snow Lover’s Dream Smugglers’ Notch Area
Vermonters Vacationing in Vermont This Summer Smugglers' Notch

About the neighborhood

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 Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center 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 sledding. Visit our Jeffersonville travel guide
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Cambridge, VT

What's nearby

  • Fall coloured forest at Smugglers Notch Vermont New England USA
    Smugglers Notch
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Skiers getting up at the chair lift at vermont ski resort
    Village Ski Lift
    5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Smugglers' Notch Ski Area
    Smugglers' Notch Ski Area
    8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Barn at Smugglers' Notch
    4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Brewster Ridge Disc Golf Course
    5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Den
    15 min drive
  • The Cliff House Restaurant
    32 min drive
  • Spruce Camp Bar & Lounge
    21 min drive
  • Espresso on Main
    8 min drive
  • The Village Tavern
    8 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 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated in Jeffersonville, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Smugglers Notch, Barn at Smugglers' Notch, and Brewster Ridge Disc Golf Course. Village Ski Lift and Mogul Mouse's Magic Ski Lift are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 244 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was quiet and special. The Pondhouse had just about everything you would have at home. Clean, cozy and awesome views. Less than 10 min drive to Smuggers Notch. Ellen the host was sweet, accommodating and communicated quickly to my questions. I definitely would stay again. .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean, spacious, warm and comfortable. It was beautifully decorated with many lovely pieces of artwork.We had a great view out the huge window facing the mountains. I had everything I needed from kitchen utensils to hot showers to extra towels. Ellen was attentive, turning the outside lights on for when we returned in the evening, but gracious about giving us our space
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bridgett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the Pondhouse. The view was beautiful, it was quiet, clean, and very relaxing. Ellen was a great host! Everything was exactly as pictured. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This space is truly extraordinary. The property is beautiful and so very peaceful. Everything you could need has been considered. Ellen is a true steward of the property and it shows. She is warm, thoughtful, and a great communicator. We cannot wait until we have a chance to go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellen was extremely nice and very helpful with recommendations in the area! Property was gorgeous and nearby many activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This studio cottage is adorable! The setting is stunning and Ellen is such a great host. The photos in VRBO don’t do the place justice. It’s spacious and open and served as a quiet backdrop for our busy five days. I can’t recommend the Pondhouse enough! I would definitely love to return to my new Vermont home!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a wonderful time at the Pond house. Very quiet and peaceful. Great location, place to stay and wonderful host. Thank you, Ellen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the comforts of home! Ellen was available but not intrusive. The place was lovely in a very quiet neighborhood with lovely gardens full of flowers and a pond. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For 4 nights it was our "Peaceable Kingdom". My wife and I thorougly enjoyed our stay and you would as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pondhouse was open for us and ready to enjoy when we arrived. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, silverware, appliances, and kitchen utensils. We greatly appreciated the provision of bins for trash, recycling, and composting. You can eat at the kitchen island or on the very nice dining table. Napkins and table mats were also provided. Lighting is excellent for both. Bathroom was large and bright with a very nice glass shower stall. Soaps and shampoos were available as well as towels and floor mats.Bed was large and comfortable. Pondhouse is VERY quiet both day and night. Heating and cooling are very effective and add only a bit of noise, as do the 2 large ceiling fans.Bluetooth speaker was excellent quality and came in handy both inside and out. TV is smallish but that's not what we came to Vermont to see! But it had a very good selection of free streaming services, including Sling and Amazon Prime.All in all, Pondhouse was a perfect place to spend several days in the beautiful hills of Vermont!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Vermont Gem

The Pond House is a great place to stay while exploring the Jeffersonville/Stowe area of Vermont. The house is well stocked and comfortably furnished for all your needs. The grounds are beautiful, with perennial flower gardens, outdoor seating, and a pond. It is serene and private with a mountain view. Ellen, the host, is friendly and communicates very well. We would definitely stay again if we return to the area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountaintop cabin by a pond? Yes, please! It was a quiet and beautiful place to stay. The passing clouds were gorgeous and even on a rainy afternoon we loved it. Ellen the host is delightful and clearly puts a lot of work into the lovely plant life around. We greatly appreciated how intentional the property is about being eco-friendly, and there is plenty of fun things to do within a short drive. Plus, there is a charming bullfrog in the pond! Definitely 5/5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

steve o.

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

Great spot

Loved the garden and house had great view of yard and mountains. Ellen was great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

diane b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

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

Peace and Quiet

If you are looking for a quaint place to relax and unwind. This is your spot. Communication was excellent and property is lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

st s.

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

Smugglers Notch Retreat

Great place...close to Smugglers...incredible views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maud B.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great ski family vacay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Ethan M.

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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
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10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Deb P.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

Great

Wonderful place to stay Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Astara M.

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