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Guest Cabin-- a Mountain Get-Away for Relaxation... or Romance

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Newly renovated, spacious interior
lake & mountain views from wrap-around deck
nestled in the mountains of Vermont
Terrace/patio
dining area and deck overlooking Star Lake and mountain vistas

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Belmont, VT
  • Buttermilk Falls
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Lake Rescue
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Okemo Mountain Resort
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Guest Cabin-- a Mountain Get-Away for Relaxation... or Romance

**** Open late April thru October... Closed in the winter...
**** For WINTER, see our OTHER LISTING #71156. -- 'Cozy 4-season COTTAGE-- ski, swim, hike, foliage- Family Fun or Romantic Getaway...' ****

A one-room Vermont mountain Cabin one mile to picturesque Belmont Village and Star Lake, and 6 miles to Okemo Resort and Ludlow. Enjoy this guest cabin on a knoll above our home, with a deck overlooking Star Lake, meadows, mountain vistas and spectacular sunsets. Sleeps 1 or 2 guests (Queen); completely renovated with new, modern kitchenette and bath. A beautiful mountain get-away, yet close to activities.

Nearby to mountain lakes - swim, fish, boat rentals. Central to sightseeing, golf, tennis, horseback riding, hiking, biking; near historic Weston Playhouse and Weston Priory. Surrounded by Vermont forests and autumn foliage.

We are in the heart of the Green Mountains between Killington and Stratton/Bromley. We have beautiful (spectacular!!) views off to the west and northwest (great sunsets). The cabin sits on a hill, at the edge of a pasture, at 2100 feet above sea level and overlooks a lake and mountains beyond.

Share our corner of Vermont paradise, surrounded by 100 acres of our land, and hundreds more acres of friends, family and the State of Vermont. We have our own trail network for hiking, and there's lots of other hiking all around the town and local area.

Although nestled away in the hills of Vermont, our cabin is in the heart of the Vermont ski and tourist area so there are lots of restaurants, shops, and activities within 5 to 10 miles.

NO SMOKING
DOGS allowed with permission; please inquire when booking.
$90 Pet Fee. (sorry, NO CATS)

NOTE – no TV, so enjoy a real get-away vacation :) ... tho the cabin does have hi-speed internet :):) and a radio/CD player.

Available late April thru October

For WINTER rentals see our ski cottage, VRBO #71156, or call/email for more info.

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Property manager

Ron Unterman
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs by permission; sorry, no cats
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Holly

Located in Mount Holly, this cabin is in the mountains. Community Historical Museum of Mount Holly and Mill Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Okemo Mountain Resort and The Ice House Ice Skating. Timber Ripper Mountain Coaster and Green Mountain Sugar House are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Belmont, VT

What's nearby

  • Buttermilk Falls - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Fox Run Golf Course - 17 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Lake Rescue - 19 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Okemo Mountain Resort - 21 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Killington Resort - 59 min drive - 43.0 km

Getting around

  • Rutland Station - 30 min drive
  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodman's American Pie - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪DJ'S Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Rustic Rooster - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tom's Loft Tavern - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Roundhouse - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guest Cabin-- a Mountain Get-Away for Relaxation... or Romance pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Guest Cabin-- a Mountain Get-Away for Relaxation... or Romance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guest Cabin-- a Mountain Get-Away for Relaxation... or Romance?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guest Cabin-- a Mountain Get-Away for Relaxation... or Romance located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Star Lake Wildlife Management Area, Star Lake and Mount Holly Town Library. Community Historical Museum of Mount Holly and Green Mountain National Forest are also within 3 miles (5 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

Michael P.

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

Hidden gem!

From the time we stepped in, we noticed how cozy and clean and welcoming this place was! The hosts were great and we plan on staying there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

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

Wonderful Cabin with Amazing Views

Ron was the perfect host and went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable. His cabin was a truly magical place with amazing views. Our dogs really enjoyed property as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful Property

We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin was great, and the location was beautiful and quiet. A very relaxing get away.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fritz F.

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

Excellent vacation spot

Fantastic location; well-maintained and comfortable place; outstanding hosts. We plan to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

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

Quiet cabin

This was exactly as advertised- a quiet cabin in a lovely setting. It was perfect for relaxing but still keeping connected thanks to the great wi-fi. The location was centrally located for hiking and visiting a smattering of New England towns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea V.

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

Perfection!

This is our second time staying with Ron and will not be our last. The cabin is a perfect retreat away from life to relax and reset! Simply love it! And Ron and Dottie are delightful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen E.

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

Cabin with a view

This was our second time in this cabin. Comfy and with everything you need. The view from the deck is amazing with sunsets to die for. The host,Ron, is attentive ,gracious and very welcoming. The Mount Holly area is lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Repeat Guests

We gifted my parents a few night stay at Ron's property. They have been there a couple of times before and absolutely love this little home away from home. Ron is amazingly communicative, keeps the house clean, and offers everything you need for a comfortable stay. The property is stunning and we'd highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Literally the BEST place I've ever stayed in (IN THE WORLD!)

If you're looking for a scenic place in which to say, this is DEFINITELY your place! Ron was an absolutely AMAZING host who not only made check-in amazingly easy, but the accommodations were phenomenal. He also sent us a VERY comprehensive list of activities to do around the area. We will most definitely be returning to stay there! Thank you Ron and Dottie for making this such a special stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

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

Nature and beauty

Rustic, cute cabin in the woods. Excellent view of Vermont Green Mountains and rural countryside. 17 minutes from Ludlow! Owner is very responsive to questions and provided information about the area! There are steps going up a hill as well as as the ones pictured in the picture of the cabin.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea V.

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

Peaceful

My husband, our dog, and I loved our stay with Ron and Dottie. The listing is just like the pictures however the views are better in person than any picture could capture. Ron and Dottie were lovely to chat with and we look forward to staying again for leaf peeping! Did not leave without rebooking! Totally recommend if looking for off the beaten path and peaceful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

IDEAL Personal Getaway - SO relaxing

Ron & Dottie's cabin is a fabulous personal retreat space. Comfortable, beautifully furnished, and in a setting that offers inspiring views and a peaceful environment in every direction. I got to experience almost every kind of weather (except snow) during my week there and the cabin was always cozy. My dog and I also greatly enjoyed all the wonderful outdoor space to ramble through on the property. We never saw "the moose" but we saw lots of signs! One small detail, that wasn't really an issue for me: if access to Verizon cell service or wireless internet is important for you to have inside the cabin, you may be a bit frustrated. I could only get the wireless reliably from the corner of the deck. You can get Verizon cell service reliably out in front of the Belmont store (~1 mile away) However you will probably find, as I did, that the appeal of electronic connectedness pales in comparison to the charms of this lovely cabin in a gorgeous setting.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nina M.

Charming, well-equipped cabin in a scenic and peaceful corner of Vermont

My husband and I stayed for six days in mid-August in Ron's and Dottie's idyllic cabin on a hill. We enjoyed it very much. The cabin, while simple, is provided with everything one needs, in abundance. It was spotlessly clean and everything was in excellent condition. Facing west, allowing for beautiful afternoons and sunsets, the cabin has many windows, all with screens and shades, so it can be as light and breezy as one wishes inside. Outside there is a huge deck with Adirondack chairs and a picnic table. This was our favorite part... the sunsets were staggering, but we even enjoyed a summer storm. The area is lovely, with fields and woods, near the small and friendly village of Belmont (or Mechanicsville until it was renamed in the early 20th century); and the cabin is set well back from a little-traveled road. It is deliciously quiet. A thick folder put together by Ron and Dottie has tons of information on the area, including menus and maps, and suggestions of pertinent websites to follow up on. Ron was extremely friendly and helpful. He was on call for any questions, easy to contact, and very nice!, going out of his way, for example, to help us find a hike on our last day, and answering all questions (including a couple of unnecessary ones due to not having read the folder) with cheerful patience. He and Dottie gave us delicious large summer squash from their garden. All in all we felt most welcome in a relaxed atmosphere, while at the same time enjoying total privacy. We hope to return. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Grace R.

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

Cutest, quietest place ever :)

We had such a great time here. It’s so quiet and gorgeous but close enough to every outing you could imagine to encapsulate vermont. It’s of course perfect for just staying in a doing a puzzle or playing games too :) the hosts were super nice as well! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen W., Houston, USA

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

Wonderful stay

We stayed in Belmont for a week and thoroughly enjoyed it. The cabin was a nice size for two people. We had our two small dogs with us and they loved walking in the fields. The views of Salt Lake and the Green Mountains was marvelous. The cabin is at the top of the hill so there are some steps provided to help with that climb. Lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Very nice

Very nice area to visit restaurants were good and scenery is great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

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

Great place

It would have been nice to hear about the steps ahead of time but they were no problem
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sike B.

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

Love this beautiful cottage amazing veiw the owner Ron was very helpfull and attentive to any needs

Love this place and the location of the property.Vermont was amazing can’t wait to go back and I will definitely be booking with Ron again I had a great time I rate everything 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colette M., belchertown, Massachusetts

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

cozy and quiet

This cabin was truly awesome! Beautiful views, very quiet, well appointed-everything you need for a perfect getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

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

Great for Relaxation

Perfect place to unwind and enjoy stepping back in time to simpler time on our history.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kunwar Jeet Singh D.

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

Magnificent Experience

It was pleasure meeting Ron and Dottie. They’re wonderful couple. To be honest, our experience was so vibrant and delightful that we didn’t even wanna leave the beautiful and serene atmosphere around the cabin and even around the nearby towns. Especially, if like stargazing, the night sky will make you excited and exuberant. Thank you so much for wonderful experience, Ron and Dottie.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

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

Quiet!

We enjoyed the cabin, the peace and quiet, the view and the sunsets were Excellent. Just a few suggestions; The bed was uncomfortable for us, could use a new one, and a mention of the stairs to the cabin for those of us with bad knees.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

serena m.

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

Hidden Gem

This sweet spot in the mountains of Vermont is pure magic. The cabin is clean, extremely well appointed and had everything that we needed for our stay. The views are outstanding and the cabin is very private. We look forward to returning soon! Plus Ron is so nice and available if you need anything or recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Beautiful and relaxing stay..

We stayed at this cabin for 3 nights. Enjoyed every minute. The view and property are absolutely stunning! The hosts Ron and Dottie were very welcoming and personable. The rustic cabin is quaint, very clean and well equipped for everything you need for a low-key relaxing stay. Close to Okema, great stores and restaurants. Our black lab loved it too!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Perfectly Peaceful

My husband and I enjoyed this beautiful, quiet, peaceful setting. Sitting in the Adirondack chairs on the deck looking out at the lake and mountains was our favorite! We enjoyed playing games on the picnic table in the sunshine. The kitchen was well-equipped…we brought our groceries and made all of our meals in the cabin. The farm fresh eggs from the owner were a bonus! I highly recommend for a serene get-away. We hope to celebrate another anniversary here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ron Unterman

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My wife and I are retired and live full time in Belmont. This guest cabin sits on a knoll above our house. Come visit us in our little corner of paradise :)

Why they chose this property

Ron's family began coming to Belmont for summers in 1956 and his parents moved here full-time from New York City in 1970. As a teenager Ron worked on a local farm and the family came up to Belmont for every vacation, all year 'round. Ron and Dottie moved here full-time in 2001 and enjoy all of Vermont's seasons -- You will too :)

What makes this property unique

We are in the heart of the Green Mountains between Killington and Stratton/Bromley, and minutes to Okemo. We have beautiful (spectacular!!) views off to the west and northwest (great sunsets). Our cabin sits on a knoll at 2100 feet above sea level and overlooks a lake with a 75 mile view across the mountains of Vermont and into New York State (we see the highest mountain in NY). We are one mile from Star Lake which has a beach and boat access. The cabin is very private being surrounded by 100 acres of our land, and hundreds more acres of friends, family and the State of Vermont. We have our own trail network for hiking, snowshoeing and xc skiing, and there's lots of other hiking all around the town and local area. On our land across the road from the cottage there are four beaver ponds that string along a brook that runs into Star Lake.

..... and we have a moose that visits every now and then [EMAIL us for this picture and many others].

Although private, this cabin is in the heart of the Vermont ski and tourist area so there are lots of restaurants, shops, and activities within 5 to 10 miles (Mt. Holly, Ludlow, Weston, etc.)

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