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| Handmade 4 Bed Log Cabin | 5 Min From Skiing |

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Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, music library, video library
Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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Chester, VT
  • Place, Lowell Lake State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Magic Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Viking Nordic Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

| Handmade 4 Bed Log Cabin | 5 Min From Skiing |

About this space
Wake up to brisk mountain air with a cup of coffee and moose in the front yard... This house is a sanctuary, ideal for ski trips, hiking, leaf peeping, wine, beer, and cheese tasting, shopping and sugar house adventures.

This is a place to unwind with friends and family. Sit in front of the cavernous fire place and watch the flames twist up the 18ft, handmade, stone hearth.

With three private bedrooms, two bathrooms, a futon, and 10ft dining table, this house comfortably sleeps and feeds 8.

The space
WINTER: In 5 minutes, you can be on Magic Mountain: North America's 2018 Winner of the Overall Best in Snow Awards, by Liftopia. If Magic doesn't suit you, there are 5 other ski resorts within 30 minutes. Additionally, there is snowmobiling and cross-country skiing within 10 minutes.

SPRING: If you are a "real" skier, then you already know- you can ski through April in VT. For the rest of us: Maple syrup production is in full swing! The blue lines you see in the woods are running full of cold sap. The sweet maple vapor fills the hills of VT. If you have never witnessed the creation of this elixir, spring is the time for it!!

SUMMER: There are amazing lakeside or mountain climb hikes within 5 minutes of the house. Major ski resorts like Mt.Snow, and Killington open up their trails to downhill mountain bikers. This is awesome if you have never tried it- you can be there in 45 mins. White water (intense)/ inner tube (relaxed) rafting down any of the major rivers is a must. Finally, summer is a cool time to mingle with locals at farmers markets and fairs. The closest farmers market is 7 minutes away in Londonderry- Quintessential VT.

FALL: Perhaps the most magnificent of them all. You are still getting short sleeve afternoons but the frosted-grass bows to winter in the morning. Foliage is peaking and the leaves are alight with orange, yellow and red. I'm not going to list activities, because even changing a tire is pleasurable during a VT fall.

ALL: The town of Manchester is 30 minutes away and has everything you could possibly want: spas, outlet shopping, white table cloth restaurants, wine, beer and cheese tasting, world class golf courses, cute coffee shops, country stores, art galleries all within 30 minutes. Awesome place, super rustic and refined.
Guest access
On the estate there are two properties: this log cabin and a small timber frame loft. While the properties are separated by an acre of forest, they share the same entrance and parking. We ask that all of our guests show mutual respect to one another. Don’t block people in; and respect the privacy of the other guests.

We ask that you refrain from having fires in the small kitchen fireplace, as it is non-functional.

Other things to note
FIRE WOOD
You may use as much firewood as you like: we charge $8 for 1 bundle, $15 for 2 bundles or $25 for 4. Anything after that is free.

CHECK IN TIME: 4PM
**If you would like to check in early, we offer an early check in at 1pm upon availability for $25. Send me a message and I will contact our cleaners to request this!

CHECK OUT TIME: 10AM
**If you would like to check out late, we offer a late check out at 12pm upon availability for $25. Send me a message and I will contact our cleaners to request this!
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On the estate there are two properties: this log cabin and a small timber frame loft. While the properties are separated by an acre of forest, they share the same entrance and parking. We ask that all of our guests show mutual respect to one another. You will have very little if any interaction with other guests, so make it count! Don’t block people in; and respect the privacy of the other guests… thats pretty much it.

We ask that you refrain from having fires in the small kitchen fireplace, as it is non-functional.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Lowell Lake State Park. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 10 minutes by car from Lowell Lake State Park and 11 minutes from Magic Mountain Ski Resort
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1 square foot

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please refrain from wearing boots or shoes in the house.
Do not remove ashes from fireplace. We will take care of that.
Keep fireplace screen on at all times.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 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
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Poetic Mountaintop Log Cabin Nestled in the Woods Chester

| Handmade 4 Bed Log Cabin | 5 Min From Skiing | Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

karen g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall trip

Cabin was difficult to find at night. No bathroom upstairs had to come downstairs to get to the bathroom. Cabin was very well decorated and comfortable other than bathroom issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Mollie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stranded because we didn’t get check in information

We were completely stranded at 9pm when we arrived because the check in instructions only told us where the key was but there was a keypad as well. It was below freezing temps and we had in and out service. We were exhausted from the drive which took us over an hour over due to a bridge that was undergoing construction about 20 mins from the house. We called and called and texted when our service came through intermittently but the host didn’t answer. The VRBO team couldn’t help us after 45 mins of boing on the phone with them, standing on the front porch because that’s the only place we could get one bar (not a warm car). We completely missed a night in the cabin with our friends who were waiting in their car with this stress. We were given instructions to find a hotel so we drove to 30 mins to Ludlow to get service and book one but they were all booked except a Best Western that was also 30 mins away. As we approached the hotel the host texted the code to the cabin door. We wanted to all be together and didn’t want to sleep in a janky hotel. So we drove back, 30 mins. I am livid that we had to go through this. The photo of the bedroom is inaccurate, there are not two twins, it’s a full. I want reimbursement for the hotel we never used and a full refund with additional key cash to use towards another stay, this was quite frankly the worse check in experience I’ve ever had using one of these booking sites. If it’s on VRBO, and not the host, you guys need to make it right.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place - pictures don’t match bedroom layout

We enjoyed our stay for skiing Okemo. The house accommodated us in every way. Our only comment is the pictures do not match the actual bedroom layout. The host was prompt to sort this confusion prior to our stay, however I will share the actually arrangement below to save anyone the hassle: Bedrooms: 2 and 1 lofted above the living room (so not entirely private) Beds: 2 queens, 1 full. Underneath the upstairs beds are two twin mattresses for extra use. Additionally there is a futon and couch (the couch is more comfortable for sleep) Bedroom 1 (queen): downstairs near the kitchen, next to the bathroom. Bedroom 2 (queen): upstairs lofted / mezzanine with small railing looking over living room. Bedroom 3 (full): upstairs, smaller. Also, worth noting the 2nd bathroom is in the unfinished basement, though it is recently refinished.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great VT log cabin getaway

This property was great! Nice and secluded, super comfortable beds and furniture, and the fireplace was beautiful. One thing to note- the kitchen has the basic amenities (pots and pans, k-cups, oil and vinegar), but that’s it. If you need sugar, foil, ziploc bags, etc, be sure to grab them before you arrive. Not a big deal, but a little less stocked than a lot of properties we’ve stayed in. Overall though, the place is fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iya K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely log house in green mountains

Very clean, well made cabin in secluded area. We enjoyed few days of stay and relaxation in the nature. House has everything you will possibly need. Lisa was very welcoming and just few minutes away to answer any question I had. Will return with pleasure. W
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duggan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski Weekend Getaway

Great place. Comfortable and close to Magic Mtn.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

dorothy s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house located in woods.

Second bathroom was located in basement, stairs to basement older and steep. Kitchen needs new pans for cooking. Otherwise good place to stay with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice cabin in thebwoods

Very nice property. Had a great week in the cabin. It was good for the 2 of us. The only thing is that the second bathroom is in the basement not in the main living area which would have been inconvenient if we would have had more people staying. It doesn't show that in the add.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Stay in Lovely Cabin

We loved being in a cabin out in the country with its peaceful surroundings. The place was very clean and comfortable and we liked having a full kitchen to cook our own meals. The cabin has two bathrooms, and we wrongly assumed that there would be bathrooms on both the main and upper floors. There was, indeed, a bathroom on the main floor near the bedroom, but the second bathroom was not upstairs with the other 2 bedrooms, but in the basement where the washer and dryer are. This may not be a problem for most, but if you have someone in your group who needs to use the bathroom during the night, then it can be an issue. We had not read in any of the reviews that the 2nd bathroom was in the basement, nor was that specified in the description. The cabin is lovely, but we just would have felt better knowing this piece of information. Wood was provided for the fireplace, there were spices and enough cookware in the kitchen, and it was a very comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Leaf Peeping Getaway

Soothing and relaxing getaway! Lots of rustic charm and solitude, exactly what we were looking for in a quick weekend of viewing the fall fireworks in VT. Lisa’s cabin was exactly as described. Everything we needed was provided for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C., Malden, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great again!

This was our second time staying at Lisa's cabin, and we loved it even more than the first time! Highly recommend.
Stayed 51 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C., Malden, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible place!

We stayed at Lisa & Mike's place for two months in February and March. The cabin is idyllic, the property is incredible and totally secluded, and the area has everything you need within a short drive. Magic Mtn and Lowell Lake are just 10 mins from your front door, and dining/grocery options in Chester and Londonderry are just 15 mins away. We worked remotely from the cabin with three folks using the wi-fi at once and had no issues at all. Lisa and Mike were incredible and always responded quickly, but we didn't have much to ask because everything was taken care of. The caretaker, Bob, lives a few minutes away and is one of the nicer people you'll meet. Our family made a ton of great memories here and I can't emphasize it enough. Thank you for the awesome stay Lisa & Mike!
Stayed 65 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Judith O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Log Cabin

Very comfortable stay in secluded log cabin. Wonderful stone fireplace with lots of wood provided. Although the cabin is secluded it is near grocery store, amazing butcher shop, downhill and XC skiing. When it snowed the access road was ploughed out early and caretaker was there to shovel out the walk. Owner very responsive and available.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

We so enjoyed our stay... Lisa was great- easy and communicative. The space was beautiful... we enjoyed our time by the fire, hiking around the grounds, playing games and making food. And, the location is so perfect- so quiet and away from everything... best sleep in months! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent, Quiet retreat!

We stayed for a blissful weekend at the Mountaintop Log Cabin. There were no neighbors in sight - all we could hear were the peaceful sounds of the woods.This cozy, comfortable home was well equipped with everything we needed, including a stunning field stone fireplace. We explored the local area - bike riding on a path to the NH border, hiking around Lowell Lake and dinner in Chester. We hope to visit again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness

great getaway

This cabin is thoughtfully built and well-designed. The fireplace is gorgeous and the stone hearth was large enough to keep our toddler at a safe distance. We had so much fun playing in the snow and enjoying meals at the large kitchen table. Perfect mix of rustic cabin with all of the comforts of a house. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply Great

Great house and a great location; hosts were attentive and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Johnna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Felt like home

We absolutely loved the cabin from the moment we stepped through the doors. It was so comfortable and cozy. We felt right at home and wished our stay was longer. We look forward to coming back in the future. Thank you to Lisa. Your lovely cabin had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Cabin in VT

This is our second time visiting this cozy cabin in the woods. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay (again). Perfect for a getaway with family and friends. The fireplace is amazing and the large kitchen table is great for dinners, games, and puzzles. Lovely stay - hope to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil, Romantic Get-away

We enjoyed a short mid-week get away at Lisa’s cabin. It is a beautiful, clean, and well appointed cabin in a wonderfully secluded location. It is inviting and warm with incredibly comfortable couches excellent for lounging near the fire. It snowed for our entire stay… the perfect place for a romantic get-away.

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

My husband and I spent a long weekend at the log cabin. It was the perfect retreat - amazingly clean, comfy beds, beautiful property. Close to downtown Chester where we enjoyed the Stonehearth, Free Range, and MacLaomainn's Pub...but mostly relaxed on the beautiful front porch, reading during the day and stargazing at night. Quiet and peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

alexa C.

Super Cute and Comfy Log Cabin!

Our weekend at the Poetic Mountaintop Log Cabin was simply delightful --- The cabin has a nice combo of charm and creature comforts like cozy quilts, a big fireplace and great wifi. The living room includes three big couches where the six of us could easily lounge for our cocktail hour in front of the fire and followed up with a great dinner at the large kitchen table that also provide the perfect space for some intense games of Bananagrams! We skied Okemo and had about a 45 minute drive back to the cabin including the post - ski traffic in Ludlow. Our only suggestion for updates is an additional lamp or two in the living room for better reading light.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Beautiful cabin tucked into the woods!

Our party of two couples stayed at Lisa’s cabin this week and loved our visit! We skied at Stratton and we’re less than half an hour away. This is a very private retreat with all you need for a great vacation! We had our snowshoes with us and explored the property and found moose tracks! Very cool! We would stay at her rustic cabin again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

JACOB P., MIDDLE VILLAGE

Private, hidden in the woods and cozy cottage.

I really recommend this place. 1hr drive to okemo and killington ski resorts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018