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Lovely Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, Ski.5 Mins to Williamstown!

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Exterior
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, video library
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, Ski.5 Mins to Williamstown!

The Cottage At Mountain Meadow
Originally built as a guest house on a 45 acre country estate in Vermont just five minutes from Williams college, this secluded year-round Vermont home has always been called “The Cottage”, although a recent expansion to a family sized home stretches that definition. Three bedrooms, two full baths plus a pine-paneled loft with additional sleep options. Kitchen opens onto a large, bright and cheerful great room with floor to ceiling local fieldstone fireplace and skylights. Soak up the ambience of a cozy wood fire in colder months. Walk from the house and property directly onto the 240-acre Mountain Meadow Preserve trails…this protected land surrounds the estate. Lush and private woodland setting. Swim or fish for catch and release brook trout and bluegill in the large stocked spring-fed pond.

Relax with family and friends around the fire pit, pick wildflowers in the meadow, collect pictures of birds and wildlife, choose one of the many marked trails to explore, fish or troll the edge of the water with your net for pond life, and don’t forget you are still just five minutes from restaurants and shopping on Spring Street in Williamstown, and four minutes’ drive to the Williamstown access of the new Mohican Trail (mixed use trail: bike, walk, or run). Just thirteen minutes to MASS MoCA.
A comfortable and warm home base for a ski weekend; it’s a scenic16 mile/about 20 minute drive to Jiminy Peak (with no traffic until you reach the resort), and hour to Mount Snow, and the trails surrounding the property are great for cross country skiers.

This home was constructed for privacy, with the front door opening to woods. No windows are visible to the main house up the road and vice versa.

King bed and ensuite bath in the master. Two bedrooms each with a full size bed. There is a twin bed and oversized sleeper chair in the loft. There is an additional foldout chair bed which can move easily to any bedroom. Sleeps 7-9.

We now have 1Gps fiber optic high speed internet.

We ask for no special check out instructions or requirements!

If the dates you have chosen over a year in advance end up being the date of one of the rare local festivals or events, we may raise rates and give you the right of first refusal. (This is to prevent a guest from reserving all the possible weekends of a future event long before the actual date is announced.) We look forward to hosting you!

Property manager

Venetia

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Note from host: Dogs must be leashed. Another dog lives nearby.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Permission required for events. Fees may apply
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Pownal, VT

What's nearby

  • Williams College - 5 min drive
  • Williams College Museum of Art - 7 min drive
  • The Clark Art Institute - 8 min drive
  • Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute - 8 min drive
  • Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tunnel City Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bright Ideas Brewing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Moonlight Diner & Grille - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Freight Yard Restaurant & Pub - ‬16 min drive
  • Meng's Pan-Asian

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, Ski.5 Mins to Williamstown! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Lovely Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, Ski.5 Mins to Williamstown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, Ski.5 Mins to Williamstown!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, Ski.5 Mins to Williamstown! located?

Situated in Pownal, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Green Mountain National Forest, Mountain Meadow Preserve, and Williamstown Trailhead. Mountain Meadow Preserve Vermont Trailhead and The Dome Trailhead are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Lovely Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, Ski.5 Mins to Williamstown! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amit P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay for a visit to Williams College
We stayed at the cottage for parents’s weekend at Williams college with our teenage kids and dog. The cottage is spacious yet cost, had everything we needed and very conveniently located. Communication with host was great. Thank you for a great place, we’ll be happy to come back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valentina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A home away from home
Everything in this home has a touch of thoughtfulness and taste. We loved it and our stay was very nice even though we were not lucky with the weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning and Great Access!
What an absolutely gorgeous property this is! The pond, the trails, the easy access to Williams, Bennington, mountaintop beer and pizza - perfect for a Berkshires getaway. Absolutely amazing experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Lovely home. Loved the complimentary shower products.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice get away!
We had a wonderful time nestled in the woods with our family! We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience
Wonderful setting, beautiful cabin, terrific hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B., Saint Marys, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Solid Sound Getaway
Venetia and Joe's property is a treasure! I almost don't want to gush about it because it will become so popular we won't get to stay there againBUT they deserve all the compliments. The home is gorgeous with lots of natural light and all the amenities we needed. We were close enough to North Adams by car for the Solid Sound festival, but far enough away that we could enjoy the wildflowers, the fresh water pond, and the quiet of the mountains. The property also has a freshwater pond you can sit by, swim in, or just watch the turtles and the fish. Venetia and Joe were very helpful and immediately responsive to any questions we had. They lent us lawn chairs for the festival and provided helpful advice for local activities. We hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., Bala Cynwyd, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place!
Venetia’s house and property is lovely. We didn’t spend much time in it other than sleep and grab light breakfasts, but it is fully equipped for more. There is no dining table, just 4 stools at the counter, but that didn’t matter for us. Venetia had left lovely fresh flowers in the house and responded very quickly to one simple problem we ran into. Travel up to the house on the dirt road was no problem in summer, but might be a challenge in winter. There are two places to park, but the one nearest the front door, which we used only for unloading and loading luggage, is a little tricky to negotiate for larger vehicles. But that should only concern the most timid drivers! The place is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Perfect
We will be back! Our stay was top notch. Everything we hoped and more. The owner was very responsive and kind, the property is breathtaking and peaceful and the location is very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Courtney H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Vacation
We stayed at the property for 4 days over the Christmas break. The house is beautiful and modern and warm. The location was convenient to Jay Peak and Mass MOCA and the Clark art museums. The house is up a steep hill into the woods, so caution at night driving to and from. I believe they are working to upgrade the WiFi to the TV, which wasn't consistently working while we were there. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property owner was very responsive in communicating. We were very comfortable at the property and will definitely look to stay there next year for our annual trip
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend away
This was a wonderful weekend away! The house was beautiful - in the forest with hiking trails adjacent and just a stone's throw from Williamstown. It was just perfect for our family and we will be sure to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Geoffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable cottage close to Williamstown MA
This is a comfortable nice property almost as advertised. Had all the amenities described. The shortcoming was the quality of the internet. We were advised that a high speed internet was 'coming'. It is adequate, just, for email but if visitors want to work the speed is unlikely to be adequate. Also, if visitors need to work, there is really no table or such like to facilitate this. The surroundings of the cottage are lovely and walking is nearby. The photos might suggest that it is a bit more isolated than the reality but we did not find this to be a problem. The host was very helpful and quite unobtrusive. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking the Berkshires
The cottage is really clean and organized. It's in a great location (off the beaten path but accessible to local attractions). It has a very charming decor and is comfortable and inviting.All questions before arrival were answered in a timely manner. Easy and fun. Pmatty
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is quiet and the grounds are beautiful. Inside the house has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The host was amazing, even putting out fresh flowers from the property for our arrival. I highly recommend and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, quiet house very close to Williamstown
My family and I loved this house. It's on a quiet property shared by the hosts, whose house is up the driveway a bit. The property is beautiful, surrounded by woods, with a pond full of fish. It's a calm, quiet, relaxing place. The house has everything you'd need. The kitchen is well equipped. Most of our activities were in Williamstown, and this house is just five minutes or so from the heart of that town. The address is VT, but this house is closer to Spring St, the Clark, and Williams College than many houses with a Williamstown address. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. Great hosts. We'd happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely House In Great Location
This is a lovely house, nicely renovated, in a great setting. It's close to Williamstown MA and Bennington VT, just a short drive off Rt 7 -- but once you're here you're in the woods near a pond and pretty fields with wildflowers. There is extensive hiking nearby, including trails accessible right from the house. The pond is spring fed and has an aerator, so you can swim there (along with the little fish and tadpoles). There is catch-and-release fishing, but if you're a serious angler the well-stocked pond may not offer much challenge. Venetia (rhymes with Patricia) is a friendly responsive host. Her family lives at the top of the driveway, close enough to be available but far enough for everyone's privacy. She has just started renting the house this summer and is clearly dedicated to giving renters a great stay. The Internet is fine for email and web surfing but bandwith is not unlimited, so if someone has an important live zoom it's helpful if everyone else stays offline.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023