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Sugarhouse Lodge—A Secluded Hilltop Retreat

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Front of the house with a view of Scragg Mountain in winter
Front of house in spring
Front Entryway
Wrap around deck accessible from master bedroom and kitchen
Front Entryway

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8273.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Waitsfield, VT
  • Waitsfield Main Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mad River Glen Cooperative
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Sugarbush Ski Resort
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master (main level)

1 Queen Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Sugarhouse Lodge—A Secluded Hilltop Retreat

Beautiful 4 bedroom house on 5 secluded acres. Located at the end of a private lane just across the covered bridge from the quaint town of Waitsfield in the heart of the Mad River Valley. Only a few miles from Mad River Glen and Sugarbush ski resorts.

Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and rustic wood-burning stove. There are two large bedrooms on the top floor, each with its own balcony where you can enjoy your morning coffee and take in the mountain views. The master bedroom suite opens out to the wrap-around deck. The bottom floor is a large bedroom suite with its own recreation area with foosball table.

Slip into an Adirondack chair by the natural stone firepit and watch Scragg Mountain glow in the sunset. Relax in the hammock under the rustle of the tall trees. Hike or mountain bike the private trails maintained by the owners. Go for a stroll to enjoy the wildflowers and pick raspberries and blackberries in the summer. Hop on a bike and coast to the famous covered bridge swimming hole on the Mad River. Perhaps you would like to strap on some snowshoes (or hiking shoes) and take the hiking trails to Wu Ledges, accessible by a short walk from our driveway down the lane to the trail head. The view of the Mad River Valley from Wu Ledges is breathtaking in every season!

Kids will love the swing set with slide and clubhouse and the tree swing! There is even a small sledding hill on the property!

Snowshoes, bikes (with child seat), canoe, river tubes, sleds, and other equipment are available to help you enjoy the outdoors. In warm weather, Blueberry Lake, various swimming holes, waterfalls, and hiking trails are all nearby.

Attending an event at The Round Barn? The house is 0.7 miles away from this amazing venue.

If you are looking for a long weekend away, Sugarhouse Lodge is the way to go. Check-out is flexible, so you can make the most of your stay, and you can still ski the day you leave.

If interested, the town of Stowe is 45 minutes away and Killington is about an hour away.

Property manager

Renee B.

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Booking Traveler MUST: -be part of the group staying in the property

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waitsfield

Located in Waitsfield, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Green Mountain National Forest and Camel's Hump State Park, while Green Mountain Cultural Center and Artisans' Gallery are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Waitsfield, VT

What's nearby

  • Waitsfield Main Street - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • The Big Picture Theater & Cafe - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Mad River Glen Cooperative - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Sugarbush Ski Resort - 17 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Norwich University - 36 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

  • Waterbury Station - 22 min drive
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castlerock Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lawson's Finest Liquids - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mad Taco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Three Mountain Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Wünderbar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sugarhouse Lodge—A Secluded Hilltop Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sugarhouse Lodge—A Secluded Hilltop Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sugarhouse Lodge—A Secluded Hilltop Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sugarhouse Lodge—A Secluded Hilltop Retreat located?

This family-friendly Waitsfield holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mad River Valley and Green Mountain Cultural Center. Waitsfield Main Street and Mad River are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Excellent! Very well stocked!

We loved this property! The house is really well laid out for family gatherings. We even made waffles in the morning with the waffle maker! Enjoyed doing the Vermont Puzzle! Lots of nice comfortable touches and very clean! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy V.

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

Quiet, secluded, and fully stocked - an amazing find in VT!

Our family of 6 (2 adults, 4 kids ages 9-16) stayed in this home for two nights, and what a fun time it was! We had a long road trip to get there and it was such a relief walking into a fully stocked home where we could relax because everything had been thought of. We have rented many VRBOs over the years but this was by far the most well-equipped. In the kitchen we found a waffle maker, regretted not having brought pancake mix, then were delighted to find an unopened box of it in the cabinet. The kids were in heaven the next morning! Besides the kitchen that had everything (so many pots and pans, containers, baggies, and more) there were high quality brand full size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash bottles in the showers, tissue boxes in most rooms, the.good.toilet.paper and paper towels, sunscreen, bug spray, etc. The were also books, video games, a playset, bikes, a canoe, snow shoes, other outdoor items, and even a guitar (which the kids were careful with as they attempted to play music and serenade us). The house is huge and a great layout and the owners were very communicative and friendly and clearly take good care of the house. We just can't say enough good things about the property (and we are picky!) Thanks for an amazing few nights in Vermont!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl R.

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

Wonderful Wedding

This was the perfect spot to stay for our family’s Waitsfield wedding. Hope we can find a reason to come back some day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin A.

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

Surpassed all of our expectations!

This property was amazing! Even better than the pictures. It was the ideal spot for our family gathering with spaces for everyone to come together, but also have their own privacy. The kitchen was amazing and stocked with everything we could possibly need. We loved the remote quiet location, but it was close enough to run to town for s'mores ingredients for the firepit. Would definitely return and recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Better than ever

We spend a week in Vermont every summer with friends and family, usually in the Waitsfield area, and Sugarhouse Lodge is our favorite rental by far. This was our third stay, and the house is even better now that the lower floor has been renovated with a beautiful lounge featuring a large internet-connected TV. For more details, see last year's review "Another great week in the Mad River Valley"!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne F.

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

Wonderful!

Beautiful home/property! The house was very clean, and well stocked with things you may have forgotten or didn't realize you would need (flash lights, bug spray, sunscreen, etc). Matt and Renee were so kind and easy to communicate with. We enjoyed the fire pit, expansive yard with private trails, and fall leaves. Excellent home/property for our first trip to Vermont!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

Best ever!

We had a super time staying at Sugarhouse Lodge! Our hosts thought of everything to make our stay complete. The home was beautiful, spacious, clean, convenient to town and attractions (and our extended family nearby!). Couldn’t have asked for a more perfect place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob J.

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

Clean, Spacious and Well Furnished

This was an exceptional home that met our needs extremely well. All of the rooms were large and well furnished. Comfortable beds and well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. Everything we needed and more.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Another great week in the Mad River Valley

We love this house, and we haven't even used many of its great features, like the grill, firepit, and climbing wall. It has the most spacious tables for dining and tabletop gaming that we have encountered. The kitchen is very well equipped, and the air conditioning is a lifesaver for my older relatives. We discovered three more excellent nearby day hikes this year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Lovely Country Stay

This is a beautiful home that had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We stayed for 7 days, and never ran out of fun things to do. It is located down a secluded and forested lane. We lost power for several hours during a thunderstorm due to downed trees and power lines. Our hosts were prepared with several lanterns and flashlights available for us to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy K.

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

Excellent Home

Cannot state enough what a beautiful location and home Renee" and Matt have. Spacious, beautiful vistas, good location to town, quiet and nature all around. If you are visiting the area I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Definitely a cut above

We have been visiting Waitsfield almost every summer for years, but this year we needed a bit more space and also A/C for an elderly relative. We loved the exceptionally well stocked kitchen and the large tables for dining and gaming. The location is beautiful and convenient to town. When the washing machine had a glitch, the owners immediately helped us resolve it. This property will be our top choice for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark v.

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

Beautiful place for a weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay here! We were with four couples and the place was clean, spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Great property, location and amenities. Owner was very responsive. We loved evenings by the firepit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Spacious, clean and well appointed!

Lovely private spot within minutes of Waitsfield. Clean, spacious, comfortable beds with ample extra bedding, fully stocked kitchen, bbq, fire pit, and the list goes on! I loved the instruction binder which just made everything easier for the guest (details on how to operate the tv, or what if the bbq propane tank runs out!) and the fact that the homeowners could easily be reached in the event there was a question or a problem. I contacted them just to tell them how wonderful the place was! I’d go back and stay there ANYDAY!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

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

Fantastic home and setting!

What a wonderful long weekend at this impressive home! Beautiful setting and super clean just as described and pictured. Owners made so many home extras available that it made for a super convenient and fantastic weekend. From the fire-pit to the air conditioning (it was a hot weekend!) to the grill and the nice Wu Ledges hike close by! Couldn’t have asked for anything more. Thanks again Matt and Renee!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Excellent home

It was a beautiful warm well decorated and spotless home. Everything you need is there. It’s a great house for kids Or adults or both. The downstairs is like it’s own house so it’s a two-get rental It is a private area no neighbors in view with scenic mountain views and trails Our son graduated college in Vermont and our family stayed there and we were very impressed and had lots of fun round the fire pit . We never met The owners but communicated via text they were friendly and polite and made the process simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Perfect stay!

We stayed here for our wedding weekend, and it was the PERFECT location! We couldn’t of asked for a better stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Fantastic stay!

Beautiful property with very thoughtful touches included (e.g., firewood, outdoor recreational gear). Very private but right up the road from Waitsfield village. We encountered a minor plumbing issue during our stay Renee and Matt responded immediately to our message and had someone out to deal with it that very same day. Their responsiveness was impressive. Will certainly look to stay here in the future when visiting the Mad River Valley.

10/10 Excellent

nancy d.

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

Visit with my family and young children

I stayed at the property with my parents (who made the reservation) and we loved the property. This would have been true if it was just adults but this was particularly a wonderful fit if you have children! Mine loved playing in the outdoor playhouse, reading all the children's books, and playing with the toys. Having these items made our stay exponentially better and I would absolutely rebook this great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harold C.

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

Fantastic accommodation

Everything we had hoped for, and best VRBO we have ever stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lorrin E.

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

Heavenly spot and house

This property was better than we even could have imagined. It was a perfect landing spot for our family as we attended a wedding in the Waitsfield area. Simple and comfortable, everything we needed right at our fingertips, fabulous views, and beautifully hike trails right from our front door. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Sugarhouse Lodge

The property is beautiful and great location to local activities. It was the first time we were able to be together in 18 months and we had a blast! Firepit, play set, tubes. The house was perfect. Thanks Matt and Renee
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

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

One of the best properties we have ever rented!

We have rented houses for our family vacation for years and this house is by far the best one we have rented. It was so well stocked and had everything we needed--from small things like extra phone chargers and scissors, to everything we needed for cooking and baking, to plenty of dishes and glasses. There were lots of extra pillows, blankets, and towels. There were fun games and puzzles, lots of books and info on the Mad River Valley, and great extras like chairs to take to the river and even a small portable table we could use outside by the fire pit. The house is very comfortable, spacious, and was exceptionally clean. The owners were great, very responsive to our questions. The land around the house is beautiful and filled with trails and paths to explore. Our youngest loved to go explore and found lots of critters. The fire pit was our favorite area. And the Mad River Valley is filled with lots of things to do and is so close to Burlington, Montpelier and Middlebury!! I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil D., San Francisco

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

Excellent stay!

What a tremendous house! Well appointed, great location and helpful owners. We couldn't ask for more. And there's an amazing fire pit in the backyard. I highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Renee B.

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We have two young daughters and a goldendoodle. We love to travel, and we regularly rent people’s homes via vrbo.com for our trips.

Why they chose this property

We’ve been visiting the Mad River Valley for years, and we are excited to have a house here.

What makes this property unique

The home and property feel like a secluded paradise, but it is still close to everything!

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