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Summer in Vermont: Smugglers' Notch -- bike, hike, art, breweries & more!

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Spring in Vermont...soon to become a glorious summer.
Private patio amongst flowers. A BBQ grill just off to the right.
The open floor plan.
The bed is behind the '1/2 wall' on the left side of this photograph.
View of kitchen area and island taken from the dining table.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Cambridge, VT
  • Place, Smugglers Notch
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Barn at Smugglers' Notch
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Brewster Ridge Disc Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Summer in Vermont: Smugglers' Notch -- bike, hike, art, breweries & more!

The Pondhouse is perfect for travelers seeking to combine vacation with a space in which to create, find solace, seek connection with nature and/or significant other….
This region of Vermont has long been a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy skiing & riding, biking, hiking, breweries, culture, fishing and paddling. Smugglers' Notch Ski Resort is ~ 3 miles away with alpine and Nordic skiing. and loads of summer fun. Nearby, Stowe, offers a plethora of offerings (please note: Stowe is ~ 15 minutes away in the summer and is one hour away in winter months due to the closure of Rte 108). Jay Peak is 50 minutes away. This area is popular with painters, writers, photographers and to the art community at large. Equally a favorite for foodies and craft beer lovers. If you enjoy locally grown and the slow food movement, this is a place to explore. Discover the best of the country's best craft beer and savor locally grown food.

Enjoy a totally separate home/studio (30' x 32') with a private entrance that leads to fully equipped kitchen, dining room, bathroom with shower, queen bed, comfortable living room with faux wood fireplace. Enjoy the private patio overlooking gardens, a pond, and mountains.
Includes:
- Full kitchen with pots, pans, spices, etc.
- Smart TV
- WIFI
- Coffee maker, French Press, toaster, microwave oven
- Fantastic drinking water from a 320' foot well
- BBQ grill

A unique feature of The Pondhouse is the array of solar panels that powers the property. Your visit is heightened knowing that you are helping to reduce our carbon footprint.

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About the area

Jeffersonville

Jeffersonville is home to this apartment. Smugglers Notch and Stowe Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Brown & Jenkins Coffee Roasters and Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Cambridge, VT

What's nearby

  • Smugglers Notch - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Barn at Smugglers' Notch - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Brewster Ridge Disc Golf Course - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Mogul Mouse's Magic Ski Lift - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Smugglers' Notch Ski Area - 8 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Essex Junction-Burlington Station - 43 min drive
  • Stowe, VT (MVL-Morrisville-Stowe State) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Den - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Spruce Camp Bar & Lounge - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Cliff House Restaurant - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Octagon Cafe & Gallery - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Midway Bar & BBQ - ‬16 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 244 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay peaceful and quiet. Very close to smugglers notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So happy to make it back to VT.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect space for our visit to Vermont, Ellen was a very welcoming and helpful host. Definitely will be visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, cozy, clean and with a full kitchen. Peaceful rural setting with views of the mountains. Close to Smuggs. Perfect for a couple or single. Pet-friendly which is important to me because I try to bring my dog with me on my travels whenever possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigid G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellen was extremely responsive, and had small details ready for our stay that we didn’t even know we needed! It felt like a home away from home with views of the birdfeeders and thoughtful Vermont dedicated art.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellen was extremely nice and very helpful with recommendations in the area! Property was gorgeous and nearby many activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful big windows! Cozy space. 3 mins drive to Suggs. Beautiful view. Ellen is very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was quiet and special. The Pondhouse had just about everything you would have at home. Clean, cozy and awesome views. Less than 10 min drive to Smuggers Notch. Ellen the host was sweet, accommodating and communicated quickly to my questions. I definitely would stay again. .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a wonderful time at the Pond house. Very quiet and peaceful. Great location, place to stay and wonderful host. Thank you, Ellen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diane b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the Pondhouse. The view was beautiful, it was quiet, clean, and very relaxing. Ellen was a great host! Everything was exactly as pictured. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great ski family vacay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For 4 nights it was our "Peaceable Kingdom". My wife and I thorougly enjoyed our stay and you would as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean, spacious, warm and comfortable. It was beautifully decorated with many lovely pieces of artwork.We had a great view out the huge window facing the mountains. I had everything I needed from kitchen utensils to hot showers to extra towels. Ellen was attentive, turning the outside lights on for when we returned in the evening, but gracious about giving us our space
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

st s.

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

Smugglers Notch Retreat

Great place...close to Smugglers...incredible views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve o.

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

Great spot

Loved the garden and house had great view of yard and mountains. Ellen was great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

Great

Wonderful place to stay Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This studio cottage is adorable! The setting is stunning and Ellen is such a great host. The photos in VRBO don’t do the place justice. It’s spacious and open and served as a quiet backdrop for our busy five days. I can’t recommend the Pondhouse enough! I would definitely love to return to my new Vermont home!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This space is truly extraordinary. The property is beautiful and so very peaceful. Everything you could need has been considered. Ellen is a true steward of the property and it shows. She is warm, thoughtful, and a great communicator. We cannot wait until we have a chance to go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the comforts of home! Ellen was available but not intrusive. The place was lovely in a very quiet neighborhood with lovely gardens full of flowers and a pond. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel G.

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

Wonderful fall stay

Beautiful property and Ellen is a great host. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

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

Perfect Peaceful Getaway!

Perfect relaxing retreat for a beautiful fall retreat. Ellen was awesome to talk with, and the "Pondhouse" was extremely well appointed with every detail that may be needed for your stay. Absolutely a great place to stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NILKA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect place for relaxing and quite time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

A great place to stay in Vermont!

My husband and I returned to the Pondhouse for our second time this year, and it was just as good as the first! We highly recommend for anyone looking for hiking or just a relaxing getaway nestled between stunning mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita R.

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

Wonderful stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Pond House. Ideal location for hiking and exploring the area. Ellen is the most gracious host. A relaxing retreat!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
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