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Dog-friendly forest home on 2.6 acres with hot tub, EV charger & woodstove

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Property grounds
TV
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6145.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-friendly forest home on 2.6 acres with hot tub, EV charger & woodstove

The Nest

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Tucked away on 2.6 acres of woodlands like The Nest that it is, this cozy, traditional home makes a wonderful base for your Vermont adventures. Whether you're planning to hike the surrounding forest, catch spectacular fall foliage, or ski Mad River Glen and Sugarbush Resort, you'll be greeted back at home each day by a private hot tub and a crackling wood stove.

The setting is quiet and secluded - a place to spend summer mornings on the second-story 360-degree wraparound deck, listening to the sounds of birdsong and the babble of a neighboring brook. Yet you'll also be incredibly close to Mad River Glen (three miles), Mt. Ellen (four miles), and Sugarbush Resort (six miles), with an on-site EV charger making transportation all the easier.

The warmer months are for lingering outdoors - walking your dogs in the mornings, barbecuing in the afternoons, and roasting marshmallows around the firepit before slipping into the hot tub in the evenings. The winter is every bit as inviting, thanks to plush sofas, smart TVs, a woodstove to warm you, and plentiful windows framing the forest dusted in snow.

At night, find three bedrooms paired with three full bathrooms. Bonus features include a washer/dryer, large mudroom, electric vehicle charger, UV air purifier, a propane furnace with forced-air central heating, a MERV13 air filter, three dog runs, and a dog gate at the ground level deck.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 PM.
Check-out time: 10:00 AM.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.

Security camera details: There is an active security camera at the top of the driveway. It views the driveway for plowing and security purposes. It records 24/7 but is erased every seven days; it provides a live feed if desired.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 23 years of age to book. Guests under 23 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Vermont

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1568 sq ft (145.7 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 50 lbs each.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

111823

About the neighborhood

Map
Fayston, VT

What's nearby

  • Mad River Glen Cooperative - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Camel's Hump State Park - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Sugarbush Ski Resort - 13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Sugarbush Resort Golf Club - 15 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Norwich University - 40 min drive - 36.1 km

Getting around

  • Waterbury Station - 27 min drive
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castlerock Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lawson's Finest Liquids - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mad Taco - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Three Mountain Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Wünderbar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly forest home on 2.6 acres with hot tub, EV charger & woodstove pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly forest home on 2.6 acres with hot tub, EV charger & woodstove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly forest home on 2.6 acres with hot tub, EV charger & woodstove?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly forest home on 2.6 acres with hot tub, EV charger & woodstove located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Mad River Glen Cooperative, Single Chair Lift, and Practice Slope Chair Lift. Sunnyside Ski Lift and Sunnyside Double Ski Lift are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Dog-friendly forest home on 2.6 acres with hot tub, EV charger & woodstove Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews" "
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8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Eric V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway bad property manager
Great property but very difficult to work with property manager Vacasa. All the cookware was damaged and we did not receive any until the night before we checked out. Ended up throwing out food we could not cook.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Do Not Stay in Winter
There is a lot to like about this property - beautiful development, convenient to both ski areas, views of MRG and Mt. Ellen, dog friendly, each bedroom has a private bath, washer/dryer/dishwasher, hot tub, spacious mud room w lots of storage. Unfortunately the complete lack of care by property management made this a terrible experience, and I would recommend against a winter visit. There were 2 significant storms while we were there - 5 inches and 12+ inches, and at no point in the 5 days was any snow clearing done. There was 1 shovel and empty sand bins. I shoveled the entire driveway and all 3 parking areas the upon arrival, but since the very steep driveway needed to be sanded, only the car w studded snow tires could go down. Despite multiple calls, Vacasa never brought sand or managed snow removal (along with several other smaller issues that should have been resolvable). In the second storm we had to shovel a walking path up the driveway, all around the house for hot tub access, and clear the roadside parking ourselves. The EV car in our party had to park in town, as there was only parking for 2 at the road, and the EV charger was inaccessible without snow removal and sanding. I ended up having to stay an extra day because time lost to shoveling and transportation caused so much delay. One of the resolvable issues was that there was not cookware compatible w the induction stovetop, so assume you have to bring your own pots/pans. Great property, atrocious management.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
"Adventure" for sure
The property itself is lovely and as advertised, though as other reviews point out, the hot tub is in an enclosed, insulated hut. This trades views of the scenery (which are great, but not from the hot tub) for privacy (which our group enjoyed). What the listing does not say is that the property is approx 3/4 miles up a 7% grade dirt road that is heavily rutted with mud. We made it work, but Vacasa (the property management company) remained very strict on their 10am departure and were unwilling to grant any flexibility during a spring blizzard. If there hadn't been a break in the storm at about 9:30, I'm sure we would have been much later in getting out and the script the customer service staff was working with did not seem to give any leeway for that eventuality. So very glad we didn't need to put that to the test. The property also didn't have nearly enough towels - 5 bath towels and 1 beach towel for a "six person" stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scenic Ski Stay
The proximity to Sugarbush ski resort, boot-room entryway, hot tub and comfy beds made it a great stay for our family ski trip. There are some rustic details and a hilly dirt road and steep driveway but the gorgeous scenery and the relaxing sounds of the bubbling brook nearby totally made up for that! We appreciated the small details that accommodated our dogs. Kitchen was pretty well supplied* for cooking at home & grill worked great as well. (*note to future guests - please don't put the cast iron pans in the dishwasher! Luckily there was some veg oil available so we could still use them!)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We have a wonderful time in this cozy little cabin! Definitely need snow tires to drive up to this property. Super close to sugarbush!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Tony C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, with a sub-par stay
Honestly, this was one of the most disappointing stays I've had in over 10 years of renting. Location is great, but the house is not worth what's being charged per night by Vacasa. Seems like they did the absolute bare minimum to consider this rentable. On top of being over valued, you can utilize arguably the worst located hot tub you could ask for, which is inside an insulated shed that basically turns into a sauna after 5 minutes. For 5 nights/5 adults we were given 1 trash bag with no spares and 2 dishwasher pods which ran out after 3 days. Do better Vacasa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Melinda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall good stay
Great stay, hot tub great. Regarding communications I am hoping the owner can confirm if they can ship my young daughters swimsuit we unfortunately left behind. Overall would recommend just hopeful we can receive what we left.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
A+ True Ski House
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024