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

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 584 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Strafford, VT

East Hill10 min drive
Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal)37 min drive
King Arthur Flour40 min drive
Dartmouth College40 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.

Property manager

Chris Hudspeth

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Water view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Above 7 years old

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

Property Registration Number 1275530

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Strafford

Located in Strafford, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Saskadena Six Ski Area and The Strong House Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Quechee Gorge Village and King Arthur Flour. Travelling with kids? Consider Red Wagon Toy Company and Montshire Museum of Science. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Strafford, VT

What's nearby

East Hill - 10 min drive
Quechee Gorge Bridge - 34 min drive
King Arthur Flour - 40 min drive
Dartmouth College - 40 min drive
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center - 44 min drive

Getting around

White River Junction Station - 33 min drive
Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

Upper Pass Beer Company - 20 min drive
Worthy Burger - 20 min drive
Sandy's Drive-In - 20 min drive
Crossroads Bar & Grill - 21 min drive
Vls Soro Cafe - 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.

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?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

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

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 20 mi (32 km) of Saskadena Six Ski Area, Red Wagon Toy Company and Quechee Gorge Village. Lake Fairlee and Thompson Arena are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D., Hillsdale, NY

4 Sept 2020

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

29 Oct 2019

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.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Fairfax Station, VA, USA

9 Sept 2019

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!

10/10 Excellent

Leena O.

2 Aug 2019

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

10/10 Excellent

Carys L.

1 Sept 2018

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

About the host

Hosted by Chris Hudspeth

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"