Private and artistic log cabin, bring your pets and enjoy the best of Vermont
- Cabin1800 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 10
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Min Stay: 2–4 nights
4 bedroom, 4 unique/artistic bathrooms, private rustic setting, no hidden fees
Bedrooms
Owner
Rik Sassa
- Languages:
- english
About Rik Sassa
I am a stone mason/carpenter/artist that believes in living simply and close to nature. I enjoy creating spaces for people to use and demonstrating that living spaces can be beautiful, efficient comfortable and economical to build if you use your imagination and local resources. I think a building can have a life of it's own and impart a feeling on the people that stay there. I stive to create exotic, beautiful and organic structures that resonate tranquillity and harmony with their surroundings...... I hope you will agree.
Why Rik Sassa chose West Pawlet
This property has every thing that I was looking for in a piece of land: various levels, a view, open land and wooded, some huge old tree and stone walls that give it a feeling of history, water nearby and a rural feeling, and of course- being in Vermont, a state I feel a great connection with.
What makes this Cabin unique
The benefits of this property are that it is centrally located, as I have said, 'all roads lead to West Pawlet.....eventually'. It is also private yet easy to access.
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- TV
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 4
Safety features
- Smoke detector
- Exterior lighting
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon-monoxide detectorOne in living room/kitchen area, one in hallway of lower bedrooms, one in hallway of upper bedrooms
- First-aid kit
Location Type
- RuralFarms all around, fields, woods and old style country farm houses and barns, people are friendly and the pace is slower. 1 mile away is a farm/cafe where they make world famous goat and cow cheese.
- Mountain ViewPrivate location with views of surrounding hillsides, and Green mountains. In evening as sun lowers you understand where the words 'purple mountains' majesty' comes from. In summer, lots of green.
General
- Telephoneno land line, limited cell service (at+t works, verizon- not really)
- Heating Gas furnace on thermostat.
- Linens Providedall linens and towels provided
- FireplaceThe most amazing fireplace you will come across. Some wood and kindling provided, more available to purchase in town or from host.
- Parkingparking next to cabin
- Internetwifi available
- Towels Providedall towels provided
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Living RoomPlenty of sitting room, couches, tables and lights, very comfy
Kitchen
- DishwasherDishwasher and detergent for it, also hand dish rack provided
- Refrigeratorlarge frig/freezer type
- Stove2 stoves, small and large
- Oven2 ovens, small and large
- Microwavesmaller size
- Grill
- Coffee Makerfrench press and electric coffee maker with filter screen
- Toastertoaster oven
- Pantry Itemscondiments, breakfast food for new arrivals
- Dishes & Utensilsall needed dishes provided and all kitchen utensils provided
- KitchenFully appointed
Dining
- Dining Area
- DiningTables can be attached in a way to seat many or left separate for more intimate groupings.
Entertainment
- Televisionnot flat screen
- Stereosmall stereo ipod player and small CD player in kitchen.
- DVD Playerdvd player provided
- Booksvariety of books for adults and children
- Gamescloset full of board games and puzzles
- Toysgames, board games.
- Video Libraryassorted DVDs
Outside
- Lawn / GardenBig varied lawn, fruit trees, berry bushes, different levels and small fields, 17 acres of land surrounded by woods and farm fields
- Balconysmall Romeo and Juliet balcony off of master bedroom. Balcony overlooking slate patio.
- Kayak / CanoeKayak/Caneo rentals at the Battenkill river which is 35 mins away.
- Boatboating and rentals at nearby Lake St. Catherine 15mins away, Lake Bomoseen 30mins away, Big Lake George 45mins away
- Deck / Patiolarge slate patio with benches and small outdoor fire chimenia
- Water Sports GearSki area with water slide 40 mins away, Ski area with water slide and tree top adventure course is 1 hour, Great escape amusement park is 1 hour away and Lake George is an hour away (watersports)
- Ski & Snowboard7 ski areas (major and smaller) in every direction from 40mins to an hour and a half
- GolfThree 18 hole courses, one 15 mins away, two 25 mins away. Mini golf 20 mins away.
Onsite Services
- Massage
House Rules
Children allowed - Not suitable for very young children. Ask why.Not suitable for very young children. Ask why.
Pets allowed - Well behaved pets are always welcome!Well behaved pets are always welcome!
Parties/events allowed
Smoking allowed - Only outside of house. On the porch is fine.Only outside of house. On the porch is fine.
Max guests: 10
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
150 Reviews
Another Great Trip to West Pawlet
My wife and I just got back from our 2nd visit to Rik's cabin, and I'm pretty sure we'll be up there again. The cabin is beautiful, Rik is a very helpful, friendly, host, and the area is so peaceful. I would recommend this cabin to anyone looking for some peace and quiet in a really nice, clean, and unique cabin.
Amazing location
We had a great time at the eco friendly oasis that is Rik’s cabin. Other than the lack of tv and slight privacy issues that just come with being on the same property as the owner, there was absolutely nothing to say that made this experience bad. The bathrooms, porches and treehouses made the house and the stay for us.
-The bunch of college students!
February Vacation
Absolutely terrific experience. If you're looking to get away from it all in a pristine northern environment, this is it. Recommend it many times over.
Beautiful getaway and perfect place to reconnect.
Could not have asked for a better weekend away. The pictures don’t give this place justice. Rik is a gracious host and his home is one we will never forget. It snowed before arriving allowing my 17 abd 18 year old a chance to snowboard and sled on the grounds. Our dog Annie was worn out from all the exploring. We look forward to coming back in the fall to see the foliage. Thank you Rik.
Winter Wonderland
Our Family and dogs had a great time unplugging from our normal hustle and bustle. Rik was great as was his rosemary bread.....hot off the press. The house is perfect, just like the pics! Unbelievable that Rik did all of this himself. We'd love to visit in the Springtime. Thank you Rik
Map
This is a four season location, centrally located between five ski areas (two large, Stratton and Killington and three smaller ones, West Mountain, Bromely and Willard Mountain). There is cross country skiing and snow shoeing nearby. In the warmer months, there is trail hiking at Merck Forest Farm Center (along with various homsteading demonstrations and workshops on different weekends). There are a few mountains to hike nearby for views of surrounding towns and area (1 to 2 hour hikes). Many biking opportunities around, including a tandem bike here that is at your disposal. There is a 30 mile converted rail trail at the bottom of the driveway for biking, walking, horsebackriding and snowmobiling. Fishing on the Famous Mettowee and Battenkill rivers (canoeing/tubing as well). Dive into history and swim at the Old Dorset Marble Quarry, there is also a playhouse and an 18 hole golf course/tennis, along with fine dining in Historic Dorset (15 mins away), Saratoga is an hour away with Racetrack/Casino, shopping, dining, music and arts. Water slide, tree-top adventure course and zip line at two ski resorts in summer. Beautiful Lake St. Catherine (15 mins away), Lake Bomoseen (35 mins away) and big Lake George (45 mins away) all have boating, water skiing while Lake George has golf, mini golf, dining, malls, and Great Escape amusement park/ water park. Locally there are numerous farmers markets, yard sales, and antiquing options around. Natural Vermont provides streams to peruse, birds to watch, hunting in hunting season and mid Sept. to mid Oct. is foliage season when the hills burst into oranges, reds and yellows. Sightseeing all around, but if all this activity seems too much and what is really needed is a break from activity, then grab a cold drink and relax on the porch swing or hammock and enjoy the sunset while listening to the great horned owls, then come inside for a nice romantic evening in front of the fire.