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Entire 3bed/1bath Cabin on pond - Sleeps 5

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Another beautiful spring sunset
The cabin is to the right and our home is to the left.
Cabin porch
Living space
Living space

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Strafford, VT
  • Place, Ashley Community Forest
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Clover Hill Wildlife Management Area
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Tunbridge Public Library
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Entire 3bed/1bath Cabin on pond - Sleeps 5

Alton Pond is a privately owned, seven acre spring-fed pond with a beautiful earthen dam. We are at the top of the watershed and head water for the Fay Brook. The pond is twenty-five feet at its deepest point, and is home to migrating ducks, geese and stocked trout.

Summer (late May-early September) Explore the pond on any of our human-powered canoes. Dangle your feet in the water on the floating dock or hop in for a swim or watch the stars. For a quiet and shady picnic, you can walk or paddle down to Boles Beach, named for our wonderful neighbors. When you adventure out, be sure to visit the local farmers markets or our neighbors for essentials likes fresh vegetables, eggs or flowers.

Fall (mid-September to late-November) A wonderful and popular season to visit for the changing trees that reflect off the pond, migrating water fowl and the active trout making ripples. Locals festivals and apples picking are favorites, as well as hikes up to Kibling Hill.

Winter (December-February) We sleds and snow shoes you can use. If you enjoy cross-country skiing, we are 1/2 mile from a VAST trail crossing. Our local family ski resort, Quechee's (unaptly named) Suicide Six is just 25 minutes away, and Killington Ski Resort is 45 minutes away. The roads and driveway are plowed and well kept in the winter. Please only use a 4-wheel drive vehicle with appropriate tires for snow tires.

On the grounds just outside our cabin is a fire pit with benches and chairs and on a clear night the milky way and Big Dipper. We enjoy summertime fires and you are always welcome to join us for s'mores and a good possibility of music.

The Cabin

An airy great room features a new kitchen with floor to ceiling windows and sweeping views of the pond. Enjoy summertime meals on the large covered deck with grill and dining area. Rest, read and relax in one of three cozy bedrooms There is a full bathroom and a washer-dryer in master bedroom. The kitchen has everything needed to enjoy a long stay. If you have any special requests or needs, please be sure to let us know.

On the grounds just outside our cabin is a fire pit with benches and chairs and on a clear night the milky way and Big Dipper. We enjoy summertime fires and you are always welcome to join us for s'mores and a good possibility of music.

In winter, the cabin stays toasty with a wood-fire stove. If you are unsure or have never used a wood-stove, it is best to visit during warmer months.


Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Above 7 years old
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Food composting, separated recycling and trash is required by Vermont state and local ordinances.
Fishing is catch and release - barbless hooks only

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
Property Registration Number 1275530

About the neighborhood

Strafford

Located in Strafford, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hughes Barn Museum and Day Breaks Glass Studio are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Morrill Homestead and Thetford Hill Historic District. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowmobiling.
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Strafford, VT

What's nearby

  • Ashley Community Forest - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Clover Hill Wildlife Management Area - 9 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Tunbridge Public Library - 19 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Joseph Smith Birth Place Memorial Visitor's Center - 23 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Quechee Gorge Bridge - 37 min drive - 36.8 km

Getting around

  • White River Junction Station - 37 min drive
  • Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carlita’s Cantina - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Worthy Burger - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Carlita’a Cocina - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪802 Pizza Soro - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads Bar & Grill - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Entire 3bed/1bath Cabin on pond - Sleeps 5 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Entire 3bed/1bath Cabin on pond - Sleeps 5?

As of Apr 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Entire 3bed/1bath Cabin on pond - Sleeps 5 on Oct 25, 2021 start from $197, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Entire 3bed/1bath Cabin on pond - Sleeps 5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Entire 3bed/1bath Cabin on pond - Sleeps 5?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Entire 3bed/1bath Cabin on pond - Sleeps 5 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Clover Hill Wildlife Management Area and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kibling Hill Wildlife Management Area and Tunbridge Public Library. Joseph Smith Birth Place Memorial Visitor's Center and Baxter Memorial Library are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Pond, Lovely spot!

Our family came for 2 weeks. Our hosts were wonderful and very welcoming. We swam every day. Listened to the ducks, and frogs, watched the turtles. Saw eagles fly over head. It was a very relaxing get away, in a beautiful spot. We will be back!
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting

We had a great time here. It is a beautiful spot and hosts are very laid back and easy going.
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely retreat

We enjoyed our stay here to attend family wedding festivities nearby. Comfortable beds and great hospitality!
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10/10 Excellent

Leena O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay !

We had such a lovely week at Alton Pond. Beautiful house in the most beautiful and tranquil setting. Chris and Sashi were so welcoming and kind we couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Will definitely love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Carys L.

Serene and rustic

My family had a lovely time at this peaceful & private log cabin on Alton Pond. The cabin is rustic in all the best ways – cozy and comfortable. My sons loved the water trampoline newly installed in the pond as well as all of the other water sports available – paddleboard’s, inner tubes, kayaks, etc. My husband enjoyed the large canoe and catch & release fishing. My little son loved spotting turtles especially the baby ones hiding in the shallows. The owner, Chris, who was next-door was extremely kind and helpful. He led us on a creek walk and invited us to a next door drum ceremony. We enjoyed an outing to Strafford, hiking down to the Old City Falls and visiting the Justin Morrill historic homestead. We also appreciated streaming movies on the smart TV during the one rainy day. The cabin is rather remote on a dirt road. Basic services are a good 15 to 20 minute drive. If you’re looking for nightlife and excitement, this is not the VRBO for you. If you value peace, privacy, and pristine nature, You will love the cabin on Alton pond.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Renee Y.

Tranquil, rustic!

This is the perfect Vermont get-a-way. Chris is probably the nicest guy on the planet- a gentle and kind host. He told us about local happenings, the pond's history, and shared marshmallows with us! The stars at night are breathtaking, we saw several shooting stars, and the milky way. Location is off a beautiful dirt road, quiet as can be, and the pond is such a lovely feature to look at, swim, canoe or kayak in. I had two teenagers with me and they actually put down their phones to explore the pond! The photos of this cabin are beautiful, but it's so much more so in person. Very large, open living room with deer antler chandeliers, and other 'Vermonty' touches. The couch is large, super comfortable, the deck has plenty of room for outdoor seating. The kitchen is small but very well supplied with olive oil, salt, pepper, cooking spray, etc. which was much appreciated! There's not a whole lot of counter space, and the lighting in the kitchen was meh....but we weren't up there to have a culinary experience so it didn't matter to us. There is a workshop under the house that they use and you can faintly hear voices upstairs while they're in there. No big deal but something to know if you like to sleep all day. My favorite part was drinking coffee and watching the fog roll over the pond in the morning. Next time, I plan to stay an entire week. 4 days wasn't nearly enough! Thank you for sharing this beautiful retreat with us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Chris Hudspeth

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We love sharing the cabin and Alton Pond with people who appreciate nature and want a space to relax or having a working vacation. Chris is usually on-site from late spring (after mud season) to late fall and lives in our home (200 feet away) which also overlooks the pond. We have a young son and two cheery little dogs (Merlin and Flame).

Sashi is the best tour guide for hikes and Chris will help with directions, campfires, and s’more roasting techniques.



Why they chose this property

Alton Pond was built in 1965 and is a special place that we hope guests who stay find that being here opens something up inside of them - a creative spark, a new perspective, a renewed connection. Whether it is the constant flow of water, wind going through the trees or birds calling to each other. Every day is different and unique.

Japanese culture has a word for it: shinrin-yoku or "forest bathing"

What makes this property unique

This is Vermont, most everything is unique.

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