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Views!-Spacious 3-floor Custom Chalet. 18 acres. Ski most resorts within an hour

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12334 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Views!-Spacious 3-floor Custom Chalet. 18 acres. Ski most resorts within an hour

Events like weddings and filming are welcome! Call for details!
Why ski one Mountain, SKI THEM ALL! Central to Vermont’s Bromley, Stratton, Okemo, Killington, Pico, Lake George. Your family and friends will enjoy an entire 3600 sq ft Chalet on 18 private acres. The Rye Chalet is a True Artisan Chalet that sleeps up to 12. We even have 2 pack ‘n’ plays for the kiddos! The property Perfect for retreats, weddings, family reunions, getaways, and creatives.

FAST Wi-Fi, ROKU HDTVs, HVAC Heat & Baseboard Heat, Artisan fireplace, oven, Induction cooktop, and a well-stocked kitchen featuring a new induction cooktop plus the cookware-just ask us what you need and we'll let you know if it's at the Chalet.

Pets are welcome, up to 3 well-behaved pets, ask for rates.

An optional separate 350 sq. ft. private studio office, 5-star by work-from-homers, is available, more is below on the Creative Studio.

Sleeping accommodations:
The total number of beds in the chalet are: one king bed, two queens, one twin bed and a daybed, and two queen sofa beds. The ground floor bedroom has a twin and a queen bed. The main floor bedroom has a queen bed. The third floor bedroom has the king featuring a comfortable Nectar mattress. The chalet has two separate livings rooms; one on the ground floor, with a queen sofa bed and the daybed, and one on the main floor with a queen sofa bed.

This beautiful Chalet retreat allows working/learning remotely on our high-speed internet. Enjoy a stunning valley view while you breathe Vermont's famous clean, fresh air from tranquil woodlands and trails surround this spacious, comfortable, artisan chalet. Weather permitting, gather around the fire pit and cook up s'mores and great memories.

A custom 3-story spiral staircase, Picture windows and a wrap-around deck look over Hidden Valley's miles of hills, fields and streams.

Central HVAC on the two upper floors is rare for A Frame Chalets and this custom home books quickly! With this much space, the chalet offers several gathering areas, including two separate living rooms, a game table, a dining area, a 15x25' fire pit patio, and a welcoming kitchen furnished down to the cookbooks. The kitchen also features a really cool induction cooktop and cookware. There are games galore, hundreds of well-chosen books and over 300 movies on DVD. Outside, play horseshoes, corn hole, or badminton.

CREATIVE STUDIO (behind the chalet-weather permitting)
The newly-renovated 350 sq. ft. creative studio is ideal for work-from-homers, artists, meditation, yoga or prayer. It's furnished with a desk, HDMI monitor, comfy chairs, Zoom-ready high-speed internet, an Ethernet connection, an Alexa, chalet phone extension, a 65” ROKU-ready WiFi TV, an electric ambiance fireplace and a relaxing view of the meadow behind the studio. There is no powder room or running water. Connects to the house high-speed WiFi. Perfect for confidential work from home. Rental: $55/night, two night minimum, plus $35 cleaning fee. Let us know if you want to rent this extra amenity.

All within an hour: learn Fly Fishing at the Orvis Fly Fishing School or visit the American Museum of Fly Fishing in historic Manchester village: the Norman Rockwell Exhibition, where Norman Rockwell's models are your tour guides, at the Arlington Gallery in Arlington, hometown of Norman Rockwell 1939-53, on historic Route 7A; the world- famous Simon Pearce Glass-Blowing workshop and restaurant in Quechee, VT and the noted Billings Farm Museum in Woodstock, VT.

Property manager

Rita B.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Water dispenser
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Day bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Books
  • Smart speaker

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Unit size: 3600 sq ft (334 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: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
3 total pets
Note from host: 1 pet-$40/night 2 pets-$60 3 pets-$80 Ask weekly

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: 40
This property uses 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, 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

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
WELLS, VT

What's nearby

  • Lake Saint Catherine - 7 min drive
  • Lake Saint Catherine State Park - 12 min drive
  • Bromley Mountain Ski Resort - 57 min drive
  • Okemo Mountain Resort - 68 min drive
  • Killington Resort - 83 min drive

Getting around

  • Castleton Station - 32 min drive
  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jen's Pit Stop - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Slate Town Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Scarlottas Carhop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pine Grove Diner - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Views!-Spacious 3-floor Custom Chalet. 18 acres. Ski most resorts within an hour pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Views!-Spacious 3-floor Custom Chalet. 18 acres. Ski most resorts within an hour?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Views!-Spacious 3-floor Custom Chalet. 18 acres. Ski most resorts within an hour?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Views!-Spacious 3-floor Custom Chalet. 18 acres. Ski most resorts within an hour located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Lake Saint Catherine and 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Lake Saint Catherine State Park. Pond Hill Ranch and Pro Rodeo and Lake Bomoseen are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Views!-Spacious 3-floor Custom Chalet. 18 acres. Ski most resorts within an hour Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 101 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lino P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rye Chalet in Vermont
Delightful four-day trip with three generations of our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chalet
The chalet was great! Close by to lakes, and offered beautiful views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect spot!
We stayed here with a group of friends for a mountain biking trip. We have stayed up at Kingdom Trails for the past 9 yrs and were looking to change it up. This spot was perfect! Close to all three trail heads, plenty of space for everyone indoors and out, great parking situation, not too far from town but felt very secluded. We had some questions about where things were stored while we were there and the hosts were incredibly responsive. Truly 5 star experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great retreat!
The Rye Chalet was a great experience for our group. The house is extremely well provisioned and is clean and comfortable. Great views, surrounded by woods and blessed quiet. Easy access to neighboring towns and areas with lots to do, especially if you like hiking and outdoors. Excellent communications and support from the host. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
It’s a beautiful house on a beautiful piece of land. We had a wonderful stay. I have never rented from a more attentive and caring home owner. If you’re looking for a quite space to enjoy family time this is the place for you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed Getaway
Great winter chalet that lived up to the billing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing vacation
It’s a beautiful location. The home is clean and well cared for. Very relaxing time, exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time !
We had a great time away. We enjoyed the beautiful veiw. The owner was wonderful to talk to and the house keeper was also wonderful! The house was beautiful and clean. My favorite part was the fireplace!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheilah c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get Away
We thoroughly enjoyed the house and the quiet of Wells. A very nice reprieve from Covid living in NYC.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible views from Rye Chalet
Rye Chalet is an incredible property with sweeping views of the valley below. The chalet is a great combination of 60’s A frame architecture and vibe with modern technology and comforts. Highly recommend staying here for a unique and special way to experience Vermont.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
My family and I decided to book this wonderful place for my husbands 40th family. As soon as we pulled up it took my breath away. The scenery alone was spectacular. There was so much greenery everywhere we looked. Everything was stocked well and the host was excellent with questions when we asked. I definitely recommend this place and will be returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Absolutely beautiful, so peaceful
The Rye Chalet is definitely one of a kind! Me and my wife had a wonderfully relaxing time and felt right at home. The view from the deck is breathtaking, we still dream about it! We will definitely look to visit again when the weather is warmer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas Gathering 2019
Our Family enjoyed our stay at the Rye Chalet, we had such a great time the owners have taken care of every little detail, and it shows that their heart is in it. Extremely clean, comfortable, and family friendly, we plan to come back again and again, and we have friends that want to book based on our pictures and facebook posts. Thank you so much for a wonderful warm inviting place to spend a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing birthday weekend
The property promises great views and delivers fully! The windows overlooking the valley are great all times of day and the house is well appointed. Three nicely sized bedrooms and bathrooms, plenty of areas for relaxing and hanging out. This chalet is a great deal in a good location in Vermont.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
A key to deck door would have made it easier for 2 older women and an older dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Fantastic
If you are looking for a quiet and peaceful getaway, look no future! The chalet was clean, comfy and relaxing. We stayed only two nights and found ourselves wishing our stay was longer. My kids loved hiking around the chalet and playing board games by the fireplace at night. We will defiantly be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J., Rochester, VT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf Tourney at Lake Saint Catherine.
Excellent spot close to the golf course. Three different levels to the chalet, each with it's own bath/shower really helped with 5 guys trying to get out the door at the same time. Also our cook (aka The Hoss) thought it was the best kitchen set up he has seen thus far. Poker table was a huge bonus!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place
We spent two weeks here with our family and the house was perfect for our group. Big enough to spread out with great spaces to gather together. The house was very well stocked with high quality linens and towels, plenty of kitchen pots and pans, lots of dishes, mugs, and glasses, and some extra touches like supplies for s’mores, wood for the fire pit, and charging stations for our electronics throughout the house. Land is lovely and location great. You can walk into Wells and you are about 30 mins from great shops and restaurants in Dorset and Manchester. Highly recommend this house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Lakewood, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home / Beautiful Location
Our family of four (5) (sons ages 7 and 10 and dog) stayed at the property in July '21. The house lived up to the listing/pics/reviews. The property was a great place for our family to unwind. Being able to bring along our furry family member was an added bonus. Location was great; as we were able to enjoy the benefits of the Adirondacks and the Green Mountains. Hope to be back in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Long Weekend
We were down in the area for to attend the VT NH Shrine football game in Castleton and had several family members attending. The house and property were perfect for this with 3 seperate bedrooms. One thing we noticed immediately was how quiet it is, especially at night. Hang out on the deck and relax and enjoy. The house has just about everything you will need. Check in was easy. Thanks again for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Unhappy
We received no less than 20 text messages and emails regarding the number of people staying at the property. The listing indicates the property sleeps 12, we had 8 for 3 nights and 3 for one night. This was our third time renting this property and this has never been an issue in the past. But we were told we had more than the "registered" amount of people. We were here for a golf tournament and to have fun. The constant badgering by the owner's representative seriously detracted from our enjoyment. Plus we were charged additional fees because of the number of people over four. We made this reservation in February for an August stay. We have no idea how many people will be coming. The price per night and the advertising is misleading at best. We will not be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian B., Lynbrook

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Blessing
Vacationing at Rye Chalet in Wells, VT from 7/10-16 was an absolute blessing. It is now part of of my many fond and cherished memories vacationing at Lake St. Catherine, Lake Bomoseen, Manchester, Woodstock, etc. over the years and for many, many years, and the first Vermont meory for my 15-month gradnson. From Matt to Kevin and Merry Lee, the service and responsiveness was unparallled.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house with gorgeous views
We loved staying at the Rye Chalet and will definitely rent it the next summer we are in VT. We vacation in VT almost every summer and used to rent the same house every time. For several years that house has not been for rent and we have been staying at other VRBO houses. None of them measured up to the views of the former rental u,til now. The photos of the interior of the chalet do not do it justice. It is much better in person. Also, the house was very clean. Can't say enough about how much we enjoyed the house. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vermont Gem
This property has a WOW factor. The view is spectacular and it is very peaceful. If you are looking for a place to retreat and rejuvenate, this is the place for you! We have a multigenerational family and my four kids loved the house. It is very thoughtfully designed and decorated. The induction cooktop was VERY cool. This property has awesome WI-FI so you could remain linked to technology as much as you would like (or not). The area is very quiet and peaceful. The country store in Wells is great. There are a lot of delightful small towns and shops in the area. Also, if you go in the summer, the local produce is incredible. I highly recommend staying here-a great place to interact with nature. Thanks Rye Chalet!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sue O.

This home is a great place if you want quiet and serenity.
We had to revamp our vacation due to hurricane matthew and decided on Vermont. This chalet is large and spacious with plenty of room and space for everyone. Everyone had their own floor to themselves for quiet time. It is so quiet and dark at night which was perfect for us as we were all looking to relax and recharge. Kitchen is pretty well stocked, could use some new pans. Laundry, linens and towels were nice to have there. The property was wonderful to walk around to soak in the beautiful fall colors. The landscape was breathtaking- we visited at the peak of fall foliage. Be sure to try the muffins at the Wells country store. Delicious!! We would recommend this chalet and the owner was very thorough in communication with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016