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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 395 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Cambridge, VT
  • Place, Smugglers Notch
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Barn at Smugglers' Notch
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Brewster Ridge Disc Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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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.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be close to Smugglers Notch. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, balcony or patio and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Smugglers Notch and 6 minutes from Barn at Smugglers' Notch
Summer in Vermont: Smugglers' Notch -- bike, hike, art, breweries & more! offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Jeffersonville apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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
  • Up to 23 kg 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 to 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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • 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

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
This property uses some solar energy
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
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
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay peaceful and quiet. Very close to smugglers notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, cozy, clean and with a full kitchen. Peaceful rural setting with views of the mountains. Close to Smuggs. Perfect for a couple or single. Pet-friendly which is important to me because I try to bring my dog with me on my travels whenever possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
So happy to make it back to VT.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful big windows! Cozy space. 3 mins drive to Suggs. Beautiful view. Ellen is very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Brigid G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ellen was extremely responsive, and had small details ready for our stay that we didn’t even know we needed! It felt like a home away from home with views of the birdfeeders and thoughtful Vermont dedicated art.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was the perfect space for our visit to Vermont, Ellen was a very welcoming and helpful host. Definitely will be visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Emily B., Oakland, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Abraham J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W., Emmaus, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

steve o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

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

10/10 Excellent

diane b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property. Nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

st s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Smugglers Notch Retreat

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

10/10 Excellent

Maud B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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