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Private Elegant Waterfront Home, 4 Acres, Views! Fam Friendly!

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View of the lawn and river from the porch and living room.
Living room, with stone fireplace and views of the river.
Dining room attached to kitchen.
Children's room upstairs.
Master suite, upstairs, private bathroom, river views.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lower Waterford, VT
  • Dog Mountain
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Littleton Coin Company
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Franconia Notch State Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Lyndonville, VT (LLX-Caledonia County)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Elegant Waterfront Home, 4 Acres, Views! Fam Friendly!

4000 square foot river front log home elegantly expanded and updated, on three acres of woods with rolling fields and stone walls down to private waterfront with sunset view beyond the river. Huge living room with picture windows and stone fireplace. Large master suite with jacuzzi tub in bathroom and dressing area with sink and walk-in closet. Equally large kids' room with two bunk beds and bath with shower. Separate area with two guest bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Cozy media room for reading, music or watching 42' HD TV via satellite. DSL and printer, washer and dryer. Full dining room. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and disposal. Screen porch with furniture for breakfasts with view of the lake, or summer dinners on the grill. Large deck with incredible view of the Connecticut River and sunsets. Community consists of approximately thirty vacation homes with six hundred acres, hiking trails, beaver pond and caretaker. Twenty minutes from historic St Johnsbury VT, with natural history museum and athenaeum and twenty minutes from Littleton, NH. One hour from Mt Washington, and children's attractions, including Six-gun City, Whale's Tale water park and Santa's Village . Two hours, forty minutes from Boston, two hours from Burlington, VT.

Keywords: cabin, house, home, Vermont, private, secluded, woods, forest, waterfront, views, lake, riverfront, river, family friendly, kids, peaceful.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Beach access - Renters are allowed to use the community beach except for on weekends and holidays which are reserved for member only access.

Important information

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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

About the area

St. Johnsbury

Located in St. Johnsbury, this cabin is on the waterfront. Littleton Historical Museum and Catamount Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Admac Salvage and Chutters. Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium and Littleton Coin Company are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Lower Waterford, VT

What's nearby

  • Dog Mountain - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • St. Johnsbury Athenaeum - 16 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Littleton Coin Company - 19 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Franconia Notch State Park - 25 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Burke Mountain Ski Area - 50 min drive - 48.6 km

Getting around

  • Lyndonville, VT (LLX-Caledonia County) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mooselook Diner - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Oriental Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Elegant Waterfront Home, 4 Acres, Views! Fam Friendly! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Elegant Waterfront Home, 4 Acres, Views! Fam Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Elegant Waterfront Home, 4 Acres, Views! Fam Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Elegant Waterfront Home, 4 Acres, Views! Fam Friendly! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Connecticut River and within 9 miles (15 km) of Dog Mountain and Dog Chapel. First Congregational Church and Admac Salvage are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 28 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

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

Great Vacation House

The house and location were perfect for our family vacation! Secluded area, but had everything we needed. Great river views and plenty of space in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Only thing missing was a screen on the door leading to the porch.

A good time was had by all. The view was amazing, the beach perfect. Much fun paddleboarding and sailing. The home worked well for our family, Heartily recommended, and would return for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pary T.

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

Fall getaway

My husband, my sister and I travelled to Vermont for a week long getaway. This house was a little bigger than we needed, but the location was a key point. The view of the river was beautiful. Although it's on an unimproved road, so are most of the roads in the North East Kingdom and it wasn't a problem at all. The house was very clean, spacious, the view couldn't be beat and I especially appreciated the well equipped kitchen and quality cookware. We'll stay here again with more family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Best vacation ever!

We loved our stay in lower Waterford Vermont! A perfect vacation with our adult children and their significant others. The place was clean, well maintained and had everything we needed. The view of the Connecticut river spectacular and access to the community beach was perfect. Far exceeded our expectations and we will definitely be back! Thanks to the forwand family for sharing such a special place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Peggy D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

This is such a wonderful property and great for swimming and fishing at the Community Center.

We had another excellent year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liza C.

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

Amazing vacation!

We had an amazing week. The house and location were even better than the pictures. The beach is amazing, the lake is beautiful, the house is great. Swimming, boating, fishing, kids playing ini the sand, adults lounging in the sun.... paradise. We have already booked our stay for next summer!.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessie S.

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

Magical Waterfront Cabin

We shared this the cabin with another family, and had an amazing time! The 8 year olds swam everyday in the pristine river. We all joined it to play tag on the lawn while the sun set framed by the water and mountains. Can’t say enough about the natural beauty surrounding this house, I would book again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA F.

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

Perfect getaway for a multi-generational family

It's rare that a rental property exceeds our expectations, but this one hit it out of the park! Our multi-generational family loved the ample bedrooms and bathrooms and plentiful communal spaces, both inside and outside. The river view was incredible and the easy access to a lovely beach and swim area within walking distance worked so well for us. Hiking, biking, and country walks added to our stay. Even COVID-19 did not overshadow our enjoyment of this beautiful property. Highly recommend and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peggy D.

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

Vermont Family getaway

This was our second time staying at this property. It is as stated and very nice. We had all age ranges and all were happy with plenty of room. Water is so clean and enjoyable for fishing and swimming. The screen house is a big plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jesse G., Philadelphia, PA

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

Idyllic getaway

We had an incredible time at this gem in Lower Waterford. The house is large and comfortable, with a full bathroom for each bedroom. Definitely check out the “rafterball” instructions – a basketball-type game the owners invented that is played using the rafter beams and a light ball. Literally hours of fun. The view from the house is stunning and can be enjoyed from indoors and the large deck and the screened in side porch. A beautiful 3-min walk gets you to the beach area where there are kayaks and many other boats and floats to enjoy. The swimming is heavenly and there’s a floating dock that young people enjoy. We couldn't have enjoyed ourselves more and can’t wait to return next summer. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peggy D.

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

Absolutely beautiful home on Connecticut River. Almost everything you need is there.

WONDERFUL and quiet place to stay. They have everything you need there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

E C.

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

Perfect!

We had such an amazing week. The house was immaculately clean, comfortable, and well appointed, with stunning views of the river and absolute peace and quiet. We fell in love with Lower Waterford and can't wait to go back. Thanks for sharing your home with us!

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane O.

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

Magnificent!!!

This lovely home had everything our family of six needed. The location was perfect with a great club house, a lovely beach and great hiking trails. We hope we can book another stay there next year! Thank you ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sheryl J.

Beautiful location

Have a wonderful vacation in Vermont. This home and community was perfect for our family vacation. My only complaint is no screen door on the patio door. Would have been nice to open it up for some fresh air in the living room with the hot afternoon sun. Other than that, it was great. Thanks so much, made more great family memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Peaceful, relaxing, quiet with plenty to do!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time together at this well-equipped house! After traveling from South Alabama, we wanted a week to relax while escaping the August heat. This house was perfect me, my husband, our 3 year old and my parents. Everyone had plenty of space to spread out and enjoy solitude. Or we could easily gather at one of the 4 large tables (2 inside, 2 on porches). The kitchen has everything you could possible need and good quality. (Not always the case in my experience with renting vacation homes) In addition to the spacious home, we enjoyed the amenities of the community including the beach (complete with chairs and a floating dock) and the community center (my almost 3 year loved the foosball). And the best part was that it was a quick, easy walk through the woods! Liz is prompt and thorough with her communication. The decor is warm and inviting and comfortable. My mom and I had a fit over the chairs with the soft leather arms. Yummy :) We hope to return! Thank you for sharing your home, Liz!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Krystyna P., Little Falls, NY

Serene Escape from Reality!

This vacation home was absolutely wonderful. There was plenty of room for 6 adults and the views were astounding. Very peaceful and quiet. We couldn't have asked for a better week off from reality!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wanda M.

Serene and scenic

Seven of us rented the house while on a foliage vacation. This was the perfect house for us. Plenty of room and very comfortable. Off the beaten path it was a very quiet retreat. The scenery was spectacular! The trees were in full color and the view from the deck was breathtaking. We enjoyed our stay very much. House was clean and well stocked for our needs. Would highly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nora B., Boston, MA

Best vacation property I've stayed in

This is the second time my family and I have stayed at this lovely house. It is so perfect for us -- 4 adults and 2 children. We all enjoyed swimming, boating, tennis, hiking, cooking, eating, fishing, reading, talking, and just generally relaxing at Liz's house. The area is beautiful, the view is amazing, the river is a source of tranquility and fun. Unlike most rental houses, the kitchen, though small, is very well-equipped. We love it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hendrik K.

Happy times!

We, a group of ten friends, had a great time staying at this place, which in addition to a beautiful view on the Connecticut river, has access to a community sand beach with plenty of beach chairs and kayaks. The house is very clean and well maintained. We were able to seat ten people at the dinner table and celebrated the last days of summer eating quality meat prepared on the outdoor grill. Unfortunately, we had only booked for two nights...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kellie C.

Absolutely perfect vacation home!

Our family of seven spent four nights at this lovely vacation home and our only complaint was it wasn't enough time to enjoy everything it had to offer! Our 82 year old Dad loved relaxing and enjoying the beautiful view. The grandkids (ages 7 & 9) had a blast fishing and the nearby beach and clubhouse entertained them for hours. At night we marveled at the stars and lightning bugs and after sleeping soundly we all woke up to the peaceful sounds of birds. Everyone had plenty of space and the kitchen was incredibly well equipped with everything we needed to make meals and snacks. (Stock up at the Shaw's in Littleton, NH) On the one day it rained we all played board games and the kids found Calvin & Hobbes books in the children's room so everyone was relaxed and cozy. Liz was a wonderful host in answering emails prior to our visit and available to answer questions via phone. When it was time to leave the entire family only needed to ask her one question, "is it too early to book for next year?"
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Place

This place is perfect. This was our second time visiting in three years. The house has plenty of space and you absolutely can't beat the privacy of the home. The yard is perfect for kids and there is access to a community beach and clubhouse. The fishing is great in the area as well. All in all a spectacular place for vacation that is reasonably priced and Liz is fantastic to work with!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Adi K.

Great vacation house

Really enjoyed this secluded house with its adjacent beach
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

A great time

We had a great time at this cottage. We were 3 adults and 3 children (all under 3 years old). The cottage was spacious, secluded, clean and very well-equipped. We particularly loved the screened in porch for dining. And while some aspects of the cottage were a bit dated; whatever, it generally just added to the charm of the place. The property itself was great for children with a lot of open space to run around and play games. It was a short 5-min walk through the woods to the community area with tennis courts, basketball net and a games room with ping pong and foosball. The beach area was great too with lots of chairs, toys and canoes / kayaks to use. And while it is actually a river, it is very much like a lake in that there were no strong currents - again, good for the kids. And it was quiet... only a handful of powerboats over the whole Labor Day weekend. We look forward to our next visit!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Just Perfect

This place was absolutely perfect! Right on the river, great layout for our kids, the clubhouse and community beach/boats were great. We couldn't have asked for a better vacation spot. I would highly recommend this place to anyone, and I certainly intend on going back next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful and restoring

I am rarely moved to write reviews but this house and its location are simply spectacular. Eleven of us celebrated my friend's pre-wedding girls' weekend here and it was perfect - clean, quiet and just the right size. I arranged the rental and each of the bride's friends (all different women with different backgrounds and tastes) loved every minute and every aspect of it (and I got to take credit, which should really be reserved for the friendly owner, Liz!). We swam, we went on runs, we lounged at the house, we cooked lots of food in the well-equipped kitchen, grilled on the picturesque porch, danced to music in the Great Room, took kayaks on the river, did yoga at sunset on the grassy point in front of the house.... The nearby beach is the icing on the cake. We spent all afternoon lying around, taking dips, and jumping off the dock. I was so restored when I returned home to my family and hectic job. Bravo, Waterford! I hope I have a chance to return!

About the host

Your host

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We are a family of four (with two grown daughters) now spread between California and Florida, though we raised our children in Boston with summers in our Vermont house. Having retired to Florida, the house does not get as much use, and we decided it was time to share our special home on the Connecticut River with others!

Why they chose this property

Within easy reach of Boston, the setting was perfect for a peaceful weekend out of the city. With small children, the ability to let them roam the woods and river was priceless, while the river sports, hiking and tennis proved relaxing for adults as well.

What makes this property unique

A morning swim in the river, when the water is like glass and the birds are out, followed by coffee on the porch, is the perfect summer morning.

Foliage season is spectacular in this area, with the woods surrounding the house ablaze with color. Crisp morning hikes with leaves underfoot is a fall treat - try to take in the fall colors from the lookout point at the top of Chamberlin Mt, a 45 minute hike you can start from the front door!