QUIET COMFORT: It is difficult to be depressed here. The beauty of the ponds and the surrounding hills and valleys gives special meaning to your time spent here. The interior of the cottage was redecorated in the Spring of 2025. This cottage was designed as a comfortable year around home with central forced hot water base board heat. It provides a quiet place to enjoy your vacation while being near a number of attractions and support services throughout Vermont. The Town highway goes by but there is a long owner maintained driveway to the cottage to provide you with privacy. The cottage has a back-up generator in the event of power failure. The essentials are all on one level. There is one step onto the porch and one step from the porch to the interior of the cottage. There are stability handles for each of the two doorways. There is also a rainy day room in the basement with card table, four chairs and a foosball table. There is a selection of puzzles and games available but you can always bring your own. TWO BEDROOMS: There are two bedrooms, each with a Queen sized bed, closet/or a bureau. There are two full bathrooms, one with tub- shower combination and one bathroom with a shower only. The larger bathroom has a washer and dryer. The fully equipped kitchen with electric stove & oven, full sized refrigerator, microwave, air fryer, coffee maker, toaster, etc. looks out on the West pond. The dining and living area has hardwood floors and views of both ponds (leaves permitting). During the occasional hot weather, good cross ventilation is enhanced by window fans. Fiber optic 300 MPS internet access and free US and Canadian phone service, a 50" Roku HD TV with blue ray player with some DVDs provided. The fireplace is for ambiance only with no fires allowed. TWO CONNECTED NATURAL PONDS: Twin Ponds was created by a glacier (10,000 to 14,000 years ago) and is about 45 feet deep at the deepest point. There is a grassy boat dock and sandy play area. There is great fishing (VT fishing license required) with five different species available including Large Mouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, Perch, Horn Pout (Eastern Cat Fish) and a few Brook Trout. There is a diving float and two boats (one aluminum row boat and one fiber glass pedal boat) available. There are a selection Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) on the porch for your safety while boating. There is a fire pit on the grassy dock area. There is a charcoal grill near the cottage. There are two different paths from the cottage to the grassy dock area. One is more direct and one is more gradual. There are three lawns which can be used for lounging in provided lawn chairs, badminton, croquette, etc. accessories provided. There is a mix of flowers and shrubs on the lawns, The screened-in front porch provides an alternate dining, sitting or computer work area with a view of the ponds. Typical of this rural part of Central Vermont, we have a full array of wild animals to include deer, black bears, beavers, eagles, loons, turkeys, turtles, etc. Our 228 acre Christmas tree farm is available for hiking, bird watching and exploration. A complimentary Christmas tree farm tour can be scheduled. We raise over 12 different species of Christmas trees which are at many different stages of growth.
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Return the keys
A written check out policy is provided at check in along with a short orientation. Check out is done in person and the damage deposit is returned then if all is in order,
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Property # 702890vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Brookfield
Located in Brookfield, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Northfield Golf Course and Montague Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Northfield Shopping Mall and Berlin Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Green Mountain Girls Farm and Rock of Ages. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
Brookfield Free Public Library - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
Allis State Park - 11 min drive - 6.5 km
Williamstown Town Forest - 14 min drive - 8.0 km
Norwich University - 17 min drive - 19.1 km
Getting around
Randolph Station - 23 min drive
Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
The Den - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Secluded But Accessible Cottage on Twin Ponds pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Secluded But Accessible Cottage on Twin Ponds?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Secluded But Accessible Cottage on Twin Ponds?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded But Accessible Cottage on Twin Ponds?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Secluded But Accessible Cottage on Twin Ponds located?
Located in Brookfield, this beachfront cottage is next to a golf course, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Ainsworth State Park, and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Brookfield Free Public Library. Allis State Park and Williamstown Town Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Lew Stowell
I grew up in Chester, VT and graduated from Norwich University. I retired from the Vermont National Guard, the State of Vermont (Department of Public Safety, Emergency Management Division and now am just operating the family Christmas tree farm and hosting the cottage. I live about 1/2 mile by Twin Pond Road from the cottage. I try to be available when needed but will let you enjoy your vacation without interruption.
Why they chose this property
My father always wanted a trout pond. He cut wild Christmas trees on the property for many years and purchased the property for the family in 1958. In 1961 the family purchased the adjoining property which now has most of the Christmas tree fields. It turned out that Twin Ponds has a mix of fish that are not compatible with trout. The State of Vermont in the 1950s and 60s took possession of several ponds in the area that were 20 acres or more and killed all of the fish in those ponds. They stocked them with trout and created access for the public to fish. Twin ponds has the traditional mix of fish. The Chain Pickerel and Large Mouth Bass eat small trout if they enter the ponds by either of the two brooks. Occasionally a larger surviving trout is caught. However the mix of fish (Large Mouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, Perch and catfish) is desirable because at least one of the four main species are likely to bite sometime most days. Brookfield was primarily a farming community and while it still has farms, now mostly it is residential country properties with significant acreage. Twin Pond Road is a class three town maintained gravel road on both ends but the middle portion is class four, minimally maintained by the town. The West end connecting the cottage is class three and is well maintained. The cottage is set off from the town road to provide seclusion but still have easy access to Twin Pond Road. Because of the portion in the middle, there is not as much through traffic which makes the road safer for hiking.
What makes this property unique
One of the most popular areas of the cottage is the screened-in porch which is approximately 24 x 12 feet. There is a glider with new deep cushions and several chairs and a table so that your family can gather for meals, plug into power for extended laptop/tablet use, enjoy the view of the woods, lawns and ponds or just take a nap. The cottage is just high enough above the ponds to have a nice breeze but only a short walk from the beach and boats (a pedal boat and a 12 foot row boat). The porch is also the home of Badminton, Croquet, big tubes, life vests, horseshoes and other outdoor fun items. Recently we have added a Rainy Day Room in the walk out basement that has a Foosball table, card table and four chairs with an assortment of games to make up for the fact that is raining outside. You are encouraged to also bring your favorite games.