Winter in Vermont: A Snow Lover's Dream in Northern Vermont-Smugglers' Notch

My husband and I have visited Vermont often since our two daughters live in the Burlington area. This is one of my favorite picks. The living space is very comfortable and complete with all you will need for your stay. There is a magical feeling around the property that really must be experienced. It is as beautiful as the site pictures show. We had a great visit to the Boyden Winery and Lavoie Stables. We also loved relaxing by the pond and experiencing all that Ellen has done to make her property shine.

She is a unique and warm soul who will do all she can to enhance your visit.

We hope to come up again and experience it during the snowy weather.

Nancy and Bob

This property is perfect for a couples get-away. It is quiet and cozy. A perfect place to relax and enjoy the views. It has a fully stocked kitchen in regard to cookware and spices. Towels and linens were provided, but need to provide your own toiletries for showering. There is a small grocery store in Jeffersonville that had the items we needed to get by. Recommend The Tavern and 158 Main for local restaurants. Definitely need to do some of the local hikes as they offer gorgeous views and be sure to visit Stowe! Will definitely come back to Vermont as it was wonderful and would be fun to experience at different seasons as well. Thanks Ellen!

If I could give the Pond House more stars to rate it I would! This was such an amazing experience. The owner has thought of everything in order to make this place warm and comfortable to stay in. Her attention to detail inside and out provides you with top notch accomadations. While sitting in your house there are unbelievable views of her beautiful property and surrounding mountains. I spent a lot of time just standing by the enormous windows watching deer, turkey, and all the beautiful plantings on the property. We were also provided with so much information on the area and activities;enough to keep us busy the entire time. Ellen truly has created a piece of heaven here in Vermont and her warm heart and personality just makes your stay even more special. Your looking can stop here... I doubt you will find a nicer place in the area that will provide you with the kind experience we had! Thank you again Ellen for sharing your home with us!

Ellen was a gracious host. She gave us some great advice about accessing Mt Mansfield to beat the crowds. Beautiful stargazing from the patio right outside the door, and a nicely set up, well equipped kitchen to cook and hang out. The space has amazing light.

We stayed 4 days in September and could not have been more please with the accommodations. The Pondhouse is aptly named as it overlooks a pond surrounded by gorgeous gardens and plantings throughout the property. Ask Ellen about the "treehouse" and the rock stair steps that she has created by hand. Inside the the Pondhouse are many painting depicting Vermont scenes. This modern unit is well equipped for cooking inside or grilling outside. The butcherblock island makes food prep a breeze and the large windows allow the user to usher in nightfall and wake to the sight of deer on the front yard. Modern with comfortable seating and direct TV allow for evening relaxation. At night, the stars are as bright as we have ever seen. We would recommend this property as it is private, yet very accessible to Smugglers Notch activities. If we are in this area in the future, we will stay here. Scott and Leslie Malony