Location: Wilmington, Mt. Snow, Vermont, USA (Seven miles from Mount Snow and near Marlboro Music Festival) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: House, Island, Lake Raponda, Wilmington, Vermont, Lake,
There is no place like it! Escape to your own private island on Lake Raponda, Wilmington, VT with 360 degree water views - lovely any time of year. Nestled among the foothills of the Green Mountains in Southern Vermont between Bennington and Brattleboro, the lake is approximately 1.5 miles long and a .5 mile wide, with boating, swimming and trout stocked fishing. Eight minutes to town, 15 minutes to Marlboro Music Festival and 14 minutes to Mount Snow ski slopes. In winter, conveniently located near several ski resorts and snowmobiling trails. Easily accessed by a 30' auto bridge. Cape-style home with well-equipped country kitchen, large fieldstone fireplace and spacious living room with dining area, lake views and sliding doors to 36' deck. Four bedrooms (queen, 2 full, 2 twin) and sleeps 8. In Summer/Fall enjoy your own sandy beach, boat landing stage, two docks, floating swim/sunbathing deck, 2 canoes and 2 sea kayaks.
Beautiful scenery and countryside combined with wonderful arts and entertainment. Located in the Deerfield Valley/Mount Snow Resort area in Southern Vermont, Wilmington offers Brattleboro/Putney fine dining, art and music offerings plus Marlboro's famous summer chamber music festival. The area provides access to extensive hiking and snowmobiling trails. Visit interesting villages such as Wardsboro, Grafton and Jamaica or Newfane with its two general stores and large Sunday flea market. Antiquing, outlet shopping, tennis, riding and golf nearby.
History of the Island: In 1890-1920 the Island was originally the location of a dance pavilion for the Raponda House hotel located on the adjoining peninsula. Famous guests such as F. Scott Fitzgerald stayed at the hotel and enjoyed evenings listening to music and dancing in the pavilion. Photos and writings about this very special place adorn the walls to offer a look at the past. This Island is one of only two privately owned islands in Vermont.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Lakefront : The property is a private Island with 360 degrees of lakeside views.
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Sept 4-Dec 15, 2011 = $550 weekend (2 nt min) $165/additnl nt, $1,350/week
Dec 15, 2011-Jan 5, 2012 = $1,950 per week
Apr 16-June 15, 2012 = $575 weekend (2 nt min) $165/additnl nt, $1,350/week
June 16-Sept 1, 2012 = $2,350 weekend (1 wk min)
Sept 2-Nov 30, 2012 - $600 weekend (2 nt min) $165/additnl nt, $1,400/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1977
Property Photos
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- Private Island home on Lake Raponda during Fall colors - Wilmington Vacation House near Boating, Swimming and Fishing.
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- The Island - front of house - Wilmington Vacation House near Boating, Swimming and Fishing.
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- The Island - 36' Sundeck located outside kitchen & dining area - Wilmington Vacation House near Boating, Swimming and Fishing.
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- The Island - 30' auto bridge to provide year round access to Island
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- The Island - Aerial view of home (center), boat house and bridge (upper left)
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- The Island - Living room and wood burning fireplace
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- The Island - Dining room overlooking the deck and view of Lake Raponda
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- The Island - Kitchen connected to dining and living rooms
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- The Island - Master bedroom suite with private bath & deck
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- The Island - One of two bedrooms with double beds on first floor
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- The Island - Second of two bedrooms with double beds on first floor
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- The Island - Twin beds on second floor with bathroom across the hall
Traveler Reviews (5)
Family oriented
Guest: Anna
(New York)
Date of Stay: 12/28/11
Review Submitted: 01/20/12
Best place ever. Quite but not too far from civilization. Beautiful views. Very comfortable house with fire place and all amenities you need. You can not ask for more, just come and enjoy.
Owner response:I am so glad that you enjoyed the house and the Island. It is a very special place and loved by our family and the many people who come back year after year. Melissa
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Perfect Private Getaway
Guest: 2dogs
(New Britain, CT)
Date of Stay: 06/11/11
Review Submitted: 06/22/11
Our experience at Lake Raponda was an excelent one. The Island was very clean and very spacious, plenty of room for my dogs to play, The house was very cozy. We were there June 11 through June 18 it just so happened to rain every day and was only 52 during the day but we did have 2 sunny mornings. Even with the rain we had a great time, we had fires every night in the fireplace, and there was plenty of games and puzzles to play. I highly recomend this property for vacation. I will be coming back next year.....Hope it doesn't rain again....
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, families with teenagers.
April at the Island
Guest: Mari
(Queens, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/15/11
Review Submitted: 04/26/11
Thank you for a wonderful stay. We had beautiful views and a wonderful experience!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway.
Charming home
Guest: Vy
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Date of Stay: 02/09/11
Review Submitted: 03/12/11
Hi Melissa, I just wanted to write to say we had a wonderful time at your charming island house. I love that everything was so self explanatory throughout the process, and that you have been such an accommodating hostess even from far away. Having the firewood available was fantastic - we really enjoyed gathering around the fire. My siblings and I definitely want to come back in the summer or fall! Thanks again, Vy
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