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Absolute Slopeside Condo Private Entrance

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PRIVATE ENTRANCE
INSIDE SKI & BOARD STORAGE
GUEST BEDROOM
BATHROOM
DINING

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 883.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Jay, VT
  • Pump House Indoor Waterpark
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Jay Peak Ski Resort
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Jay Peak
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Absolute Slopeside Condo Private Entrance

Crane's nest is a newly remodeled two bedroom ski condo. Primary bedroom sleeps two on a queen, guest bedroom has two bunks sleeps four. Living room has two futons. All paint is a warm earth tone as you can hopefully see in the pictures. New kitchen with granite and fully equipped. Gas fireplace to make it cozy and warm. Inside storage for skis and boards. Simple to come and go, trail outside your door !!!!

Property manager

RAYMOND J CRANE JR

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

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

About the area

Jay

North Troy is home to this condo. Missisquoi Valley Historical Society and Musee d'Art Singulier Contemporain are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pump House Indoor Waterpark and Pleinairsutton.coop.
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Jay, VT

What's nearby

  • Pump House Indoor Waterpark - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jay Peak Resort Golf Course - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jay Peak Ski Resort - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Jay Peak - 3 min drive - 0.6 km
  • Mont Sutton - 48 min drive - 50.3 km

Getting around

  • Newport, VT (EFK-Newport State) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Four Corners Mini Mart - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tower Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Clubhouse Grille - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mountain Dick's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Alice's Table - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute Slopeside Condo Private Entrance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Absolute Slopeside Condo Private Entrance ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolute Slopeside Condo Private Entrance ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Absolute Slopeside Condo Private Entrance located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out condo building in North Troy is within a 10-minute walk of Pump House Indoor Waterpark, Flyer Express Quad and Jay Peak Resort Golf Course. Jay Peak Ski Resort and Jay State Forest are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

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

Great Ski Weekend

This property is 20 yards to the Queens Hiway trail which leads to the tramside base area. So the ski in/out location is excellent. Kitchen was well equipped, including spices and paper essentials. Jay Peak is a gem; many challenging trails for all skills.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E.

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

Perfect Condo at the Perfect Mountain

My friends and I spent 3 nights here. We are 4 pretty hardcore skiers, who wake up, hit the slopes, apres ski, hang out a bit before sleeping, sleep, and then do it again. Absolute Slopeside Condo Private Entrance was a perfect accommodation for us—enough beds, very cozy and comfortable, and right on the Queen's Highway trail. We were able to watch Netfilx at night and make breakfast in the morning. It was all that we needed, and Ray was very responsive when I had questions. Highly recommended for any group of 6 friends or 4 adults/4 kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

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

True ski in ski out!!! Five stars!!!

My family and I had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Place was just what the five of us needed for a nice ski/ snowboard trip to Jay. We were able to ski right to the front door when we were done for the day or needed a mid day snack. We like to cook and there are plenty of dishes, pots, pans and spices already there in a very nicely renovated kitchen. Not only was it convenient for the slopes but an easy walk to the water park and shops in the evening. We will be staying here again! Five stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah r.

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

Jay Stay

Our family had a great time in the condo! It was our first time to the mountain, and this was a perfect location! So easy to ski in/out during the day without a car walk with our gear. Mountain was great and waterpark was a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

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

Great location

Clean, well equipped, and good proximity to the trails. The Crane’s are great and responsive hosts. Will be booking again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

K C.

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

Great stay at Jay Peak

We spent five days at the condo with our three teenagers and had a wonderful time. The location can’t be beat for ski-in ski-out and proximity to Tram side amenities. Would happily stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean L.

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

slopeside at Jay Peak during February break.

My family and I have made it a tradition to go to Jay for a few days in February. We have stayed at several slopeside locations and this one is the most convenient yet, right off of Queens Highway. Nice cozy two bedroom unit. Kitchen and appliances were all top-notch. Communication with Ray was awesome. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Cathy B.

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

Super close to ski slopes

As a European, these American ski houses often seem rather tired, with decor that looks as though it has not changed much in 20 years. Having said that, that does appear to be the norm. And this is undeniably a great location. We loved the fire, and the place was cosy and easy to heat up. We loved the blackout blinds and slept very well as a result. The shower is poor (weak) and the bathroom feels tired. The 'ski in and out' was great. There are steps up form the carpark, so you';ll need to lug your cases/bags. It was nice to be asble to use Netflix to watch a film. The owner offered us a very flexible checkout, which we were grateful for. The property is easy walking distance to restaurants and the waterpark, and we also took the shuttle to the Clubhouse Grille one evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne D.

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

Great ski in ski out location!!!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this prime location on Queens hiway trail! We also enjoyed the new years we’ve fireworks from the balcony as well as some much needed downtime in front of the fireplace watching movies with our kids. Thanks to The Cranes kids another great weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

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

Perfect Jay peak location

Great Ski-in, ski-out location at Jay Peak. Stocked kitchen, cozy 2 bedroom condo which was great for our family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne D.

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

Great place to call home for our ski trip

We had a wonderful time at The Cranes Nest at Jay Peak! We were steps from the trail. The condo was well appointed with everything we needed for our stay. Ray was great to deal with and was available if we needed anything! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

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

Ski Trip

Great experience staying at this slopeside condo. Ski in, ski out. Walk to the main lodge for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deidre F.

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

Perfect location!

Loved our stay at Cranes Nest. You can’t beat the location and the condo was spotless. We’d definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

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

Cozy. Clean. Great location!

We loved this well equipped condo. Owner was very clear w instructions for arrival and departure. About 20 feet to trail but can ski back directly to door. Lift is a short downhill ski away. Be prepared to walk up two flights to get moved in, but once you are settled in, it’s a lovely well equipped get away location for Jay skiing. Owner Ray, was very responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Great location

The condo was a great ski in ski out location. The kids loved it. We also loved all the streaming services. It was movie night every night. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Grey G.

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

Good stay in Jay.

Great spot for small group ski trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

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

Great condo in a great location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Crane's Nest. Ray was a thoughtful and responsive host, and graciously accommodated our early check in request. The apartment was clean, well stocked, and had plenty of storage for all our equipment. The ski in/ski out location was perfect for warming our toes between runs, and the base area was easy to access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noelle K.

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

Fabulous mountain fun

The location of this rental maximizes fun on the mountain! Queen’s highway is literally steps away and you can ski/ride right up to the porch. It’s a short walk to restaurants, provisions and water park. The house itself is super functional. Even after a short break gloves and buffs are dry when left in the bench. Tons of hooks helped the 5 of us stay organized and tidy. Main bed was super comfortable for my aching body (first trip of the season). We’ve stayed at many vrbo and air b&b places and this place tops the list. I’m a big fan of the Crane’s nest!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

April Fools Snow Storm

We had a nice stay at the Crane’s Place! Located on the Queens Trail and we were able to ski/in and out with ease. The kitchen is well equipped and I cooked most meals. One bedroom has a Queen and the other had double bunk beds (a tight squeeze). There are also leather futons as an option. Great mountain! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B., New Hampshire

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

Great spring ski weekend!

Had a fun weekend at Cranes Nest! Ray was very easy to work with and quick to respond. Location was great and we had a good time. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

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

Beautiful ski-in/ski-out condo

This property was perfect for our family of five (3 kids)'s ski "staycation". Ray has done a great job outfitting the unit with everything that you will need for a cozy family vacation, including a ton of hooks, slatted bench, boot warmers, a well equipped kitchen and plenty of board games. Owner is incredibly responsive and helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dian B.

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

1st Time at Jay!!!

This place was an amazing location! Everything was as described in the profile. We literally skied to the front door! Felt more spacious than I thought it would. We comfortably slept 3 adults and 5 teeanagers (my family and a friend and his daughter). Our friend and his daughter slept on Futons and they said they were comfortable (and friend is over 6 foot tall). My only suggestions is look at the map of the condo location and a may of Jay before you go. Our only issue was that it took us about a 1/2 to find the condo. This was no fault of the owner. It was that we were looking for it in the dark after driving 7 hours!!! Would definately stay Crane's Nest again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth L.

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

Amazing Stay +++

We just got home from the most amazing stay at the Cranes Nest. I'm going to list all the pros and cons of the stay in hopes it's helpful to anyone considering staying at this property. Let's start with the Cons: There are none. The pictures don't do this place justice at all. It's so much nicer than what appears in the pictures. It really is! Pros: Cleanliness and Location. The location is the best in terms of ski in and ski out. It's literally slopeside and likely in the best spot I could imagine. And if you don't ski, an easy walk to/from the village/restaurants. When we entered, we were immediately greeted with a nice entry way, with a long bench and a dozen or so hooks for hanging all your belongings. There's also a shelf for the helmets/hats above. There's a large closet there too, in addition to the closet to store your skis/boards. This area was perfect and unexpected (call it a bonus!) Entering the condo, the kitchen is really nice and clean and has everything you'd wish for in a vacation rental. We found everything to be more than sufficient in terms of cooking meals and serving our family. The dining area is right off the kitchen and comfortably seats 6. The table and chairs are high tops, so families with small children might want to keep that in mind... The living room was spacious and the futon couches were great. The TV included a firestick with Prime, Netflix, HBO and more, in addition to full cable. The wifi is fast. There were also tons of board games, cards, etc. to play when you make it back to the condo after a day on the slopes. The fireplace was cozy & perfect. The bathroom was spotless. The washer/dryer is in a closet in the bathroom. It's on the small side, but perfect for a daily load of laundry to wash face masks, scarves, etc. The bedrooms had plenty of space for unpacking and the queen bed in the master was so comfortable. The bunk room was a little tight in terms of space, but you can squeeze in 4 people, so it's perfect for a larger family with kids. It's not like you spend time in there, so it's fine. (We only have one child, so he was more than comfortable in there.) Lastly, there's a large area in the hallway between the kitchen and bedrooms with shelving where you can store dry food/snacks as well as clothes if need be. Plenty of storage beyond the kitchen and bedrooms if you need it. Ray was wonderful with communication and we truly loved spending time at this place. We will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

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

PERFECT LOCATION!

Couldn’t have been a better experience! Great snow, location was absolutely awesome. Right on trail, close to restaurant at base. Place was warm, cozy and clean. Ray was proactive, helpful and kind. Would recommend 100%
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by RAYMOND J CRANE JR

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We purchased Crane's nest just over ten years ago. Our sons were young and we raised them Jay ( Jay phrase ) my reason for owning at Jay is simple. It always snows.

Why they chose this property

I can't say it enough, it is directly on Queens highway. What I love is that in the morning you just walk a few steps and throw on your gear and go directly to the lift. Going back to condo is simple, just ski right up to your door step.

What makes this property unique

Private entrance, We are a end unit on the first floor. No stairs to climb !
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