Vermont Cottage Amherst Lake & Sanctuary - Plymouth
Vermont Cottage Amherst Lake & Sanctuary - Plymouth
Summer Cottage Volleyball Fire Pit
12 Guests · 7 Bedrooms · 4 Bathrooms · Cottage · Entire place · 3500 Sqft
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1 reviewRegistration ID: MRT - 10098621
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Step back in time in this 1930s-era cottage. Modern creature comforts, accommodating 1-14 guests. At Vermont Cottage we are the de facto setting for family gatherings, reunions, staff retreats, girlfriend getaways, fishing trips, and celebratory weeks. This lake cottage will draw you in, and wrap you up so you wont want to leave! You will make memories of warm summer days lounging, kayaking on the lake by day, ... campfires by night. We are located in a valley that features 5 lakes. Lake Echo south of us features a wonderful state park. Explore these interesting lakes, swimming holes, & hiking trails!
“Nothing has been overlooked in this beautiful, fascinating, and extremely charming house.
Go take a look at the pictures....... and then come back and read more!
Contact the owner and ask questions. Email the owner at vermontcottage@gmail.com
Outdoor Summer Features Memorial Day ~ Labor Day:
• Fire-pit outside
• Gas & charcoal grills
• Large screened-in porch
• Private beach
• Private dock
• Floating dock
• Boat & Floats- 1 canoe, and 1 paddleboat included.
• Volleyball court
• Ping Pong Table
• Croquet
• Badminton
• Bocci Ball
• Basketball hoop on the garage
• Wiffleball
• Fishing
• Kayak rentals available. We will arrange and have them ready and waiting for you.
Indoor Features & Entertainment:
• 1 smart TV in the main living room and 1 smart TV in the main bedroom
• Wireless Internet
• Great cell phone reception
• Washer/dryer/ironing boards
• Down pillows, comforters, and extra bedding for your convenience
• Living room with fireplace
• Kitchen geared towards Foodies
• Spice cabinet with all the basics. Its a shared take it & leave it system. Use your own discretion.
Close-by:
• Camp Plymouth State Park
• Coolidge State Park
• Hike & play on Okemo or Killington ~15 minutes to either.
• Shop & site see Woodstock 30 minutes away
• Browse & shop Ludlow 10 minutes away
• Day Trip excursions outlined in our guest folder ~ never be bored!
What our guests have said:
Its like renting an entire bed & breakfast for yourself!
They just dont build them like this anymore.
All we had to do was show up.
A true gem!
This is a fantastic house!
We LOVED it!
Let us know if you want to sell.
Perfect for our family reunion.
The location is fantastic...
Perfect for our wedding!
I must have said I love this house 50 times!
This is it. The cottage is a relaxing, calming place. It has many must-have conveniences with high-quality creature comforts because it needs to be THAT special place. You will love entertaining at the cottage because there is plenty of room for everyone.
Off-Season we accommodate smaller groups. Flexible floor plans. Discounts possible. Prices will vary, please inquire. We recommend this option for groups of up to 14. Makes a vacation very affordable.
More about the cottage-
Perks - Huge screened-in porch overlooking the lake, screened-in sleeping porch overlooking the lake, modern unpretentious creature comforts, generous amenities, well organized, well stocked, allows dogs, private beach, two docks, comes with a canoe and a paddleboat, volleyball court, ping pong table, lawn games......
Bedrooms - This immaculate cottage rental offers six bedrooms + a summer sleeping porch.
The master #1 bedroom comes with a king-size bed, #2 comes with a queen-size bed, #3 a queen bed, #4 a double-size bed. Upstairs: #5 a king-size bed, #6 a queen-size bed, #7 a screened-in sleeping porch with two double beds. There are four bathrooms.
Kitchen - The full kitchen is geared towards foodies, offering guests plenty of luxury amenities. For coffee fanatics, this rental offers a Keurig, a Cuisinart Drip, a French Press, Italian press, Chemex, and a coffee grinder. Additionally, guests will have plenty of cooking utensils and dishware. Plenty of state-of-the-art appliances including, a dishwasher, ice maker, and a pantry. There is a kitchenette upstairs with a full-sized refrigerator and stove.
The land is equidistant between Killington and Okemo, Vermont by historic route 100. Overlooking the entire length of Lake Amherst in Plymouth, Vermont the cottage has beautiful views and is in a great location. There is a spacious yard, a flat and grassy space for kids to play, and a volleyball court. Guests will also enjoy having a large screened-in front porch overlooking the lake!
The area - is packed with fun things to do such as shopping in beautiful Woodstock, skiing/hiking at either Killington or Okemo, Long Trail Brewery lunches, tours & samples at the Plymouth Cheese Factory, and trips to Buttermilk Falls to name only a few. Harrys is our favorite restaurant and is less than 12 minutes down the road. Check out our guides here and our FB pages for the latest updates of things to do and places not to miss: Vermont Cottage or Lake Amherst Vermont Cottage or GlampCampVermont and Vermont Cottage on Instagram. Please view our guides on this site!
Extras- Dog fee, hot tub is optional in hot weather and there is a separate fee, kayak rentals available.
Summary - Quaint cozy 1930s era cottage updated and maintained in a boutique style for its true charm. The cottage is not a cookie-cutter trendy design, but rather old-time charm that is unique for its pairings of old and new. Quirks are included at no extra charge! All you will need are your clothes and food.
July & August the entire cottage must be rented. From September 10- May 15 we offer up the cottage with varying options to rent to suit your needs. Seasonal times and restrictions do apply.
****IMPORTANT****
BEFORE BOOKING property, please read entire site and verify owner identity.
Please preview this entire site for terms before booking. A request to book indicates that you have read, understand, and agree to the terms including buying travel insurance and our refund policy. If you have questions, please ask before requesting to book. We will be happy to answer and assist.
Calendar updated weekly.
GUEST OCCUPANCY AGREEMENT - All rental transactions are held accountable to the Guest Occupancy Agreement between guest and owner. It outlines check-in and -out times, recycling requirements/laws, cancellation policy, emergency procedures, Acts of God etc. Owner will contact guest to fill out the contract. The contract will be mailed to the guest and we ask it be returned via e-mail or snail mail within 3-7 days. The rental may be cancelled by the owner at owners discretion if terms are not met. Trip insurance is strongly encouraged and recommended.
No booking fees! Need a payment plan? Talk to us. Talk directly with the owner! 802-558-0040. Dog friendly......Woof! Cash discount! Vacation in Vermont! Owner by e-mail: vermontcottage@gmail.com and mention Houfy.
Ready to book? Have you read the entire listing?
Stay safe,
Alecia & John
“Nothing has been overlooked in this beautiful, fascinating, and extremely charming house.
Go take a look at the pictures....... and then come back and read more!
Contact the owner and ask questions. Email the owner at vermontcottage@gmail.com
Outdoor Summer Features Memorial Day ~ Labor Day:
• Fire-pit outside
• Gas & charcoal grills
• Large screened-in porch
• Private beach
• Private dock
• Floating dock
• Boat & Floats- 1 canoe, and 1 paddleboat included.
• Volleyball court
• Ping Pong Table
• Croquet
• Badminton
• Bocci Ball
• Basketball hoop on the garage
• Wiffleball
• Fishing
• Kayak rentals available. We will arrange and have them ready and waiting for you.
Indoor Features & Entertainment:
• 1 smart TV in the main living room and 1 smart TV in the main bedroom
• Wireless Internet
• Great cell phone reception
• Washer/dryer/ironing boards
• Down pillows, comforters, and extra bedding for your convenience
• Living room with fireplace
• Kitchen geared towards Foodies
• Spice cabinet with all the basics. Its a shared take it & leave it system. Use your own discretion.
Close-by:
• Camp Plymouth State Park
• Coolidge State Park
• Hike & play on Okemo or Killington ~15 minutes to either.
• Shop & site see Woodstock 30 minutes away
• Browse & shop Ludlow 10 minutes away
• Day Trip excursions outlined in our guest folder ~ never be bored!
What our guests have said:
Its like renting an entire bed & breakfast for yourself!
They just dont build them like this anymore.
All we had to do was show up.
A true gem!
This is a fantastic house!
We LOVED it!
Let us know if you want to sell.
Perfect for our family reunion.
The location is fantastic...
Perfect for our wedding!
I must have said I love this house 50 times!
This is it. The cottage is a relaxing, calming place. It has many must-have conveniences with high-quality creature comforts because it needs to be THAT special place. You will love entertaining at the cottage because there is plenty of room for everyone.
Off-Season we accommodate smaller groups. Flexible floor plans. Discounts possible. Prices will vary, please inquire. We recommend this option for groups of up to 14. Makes a vacation very affordable.
More about the cottage-
Perks - Huge screened-in porch overlooking the lake, screened-in sleeping porch overlooking the lake, modern unpretentious creature comforts, generous amenities, well organized, well stocked, allows dogs, private beach, two docks, comes with a canoe and a paddleboat, volleyball court, ping pong table, lawn games......
Bedrooms - This immaculate cottage rental offers six bedrooms + a summer sleeping porch.
The master #1 bedroom comes with a king-size bed, #2 comes with a queen-size bed, #3 a queen bed, #4 a double-size bed. Upstairs: #5 a king-size bed, #6 a queen-size bed, #7 a screened-in sleeping porch with two double beds. There are four bathrooms.
Kitchen - The full kitchen is geared towards foodies, offering guests plenty of luxury amenities. For coffee fanatics, this rental offers a Keurig, a Cuisinart Drip, a French Press, Italian press, Chemex, and a coffee grinder. Additionally, guests will have plenty of cooking utensils and dishware. Plenty of state-of-the-art appliances including, a dishwasher, ice maker, and a pantry. There is a kitchenette upstairs with a full-sized refrigerator and stove.
The land is equidistant between Killington and Okemo, Vermont by historic route 100. Overlooking the entire length of Lake Amherst in Plymouth, Vermont the cottage has beautiful views and is in a great location. There is a spacious yard, a flat and grassy space for kids to play, and a volleyball court. Guests will also enjoy having a large screened-in front porch overlooking the lake!
The area - is packed with fun things to do such as shopping in beautiful Woodstock, skiing/hiking at either Killington or Okemo, Long Trail Brewery lunches, tours & samples at the Plymouth Cheese Factory, and trips to Buttermilk Falls to name only a few. Harrys is our favorite restaurant and is less than 12 minutes down the road. Check out our guides here and our FB pages for the latest updates of things to do and places not to miss: Vermont Cottage or Lake Amherst Vermont Cottage or GlampCampVermont and Vermont Cottage on Instagram. Please view our guides on this site!
Extras- Dog fee, hot tub is optional in hot weather and there is a separate fee, kayak rentals available.
Summary - Quaint cozy 1930s era cottage updated and maintained in a boutique style for its true charm. The cottage is not a cookie-cutter trendy design, but rather old-time charm that is unique for its pairings of old and new. Quirks are included at no extra charge! All you will need are your clothes and food.
July & August the entire cottage must be rented. From September 10- May 15 we offer up the cottage with varying options to rent to suit your needs. Seasonal times and restrictions do apply.
****IMPORTANT****
BEFORE BOOKING property, please read entire site and verify owner identity.
Please preview this entire site for terms before booking. A request to book indicates that you have read, understand, and agree to the terms including buying travel insurance and our refund policy. If you have questions, please ask before requesting to book. We will be happy to answer and assist.
Calendar updated weekly.
GUEST OCCUPANCY AGREEMENT - All rental transactions are held accountable to the Guest Occupancy Agreement between guest and owner. It outlines check-in and -out times, recycling requirements/laws, cancellation policy, emergency procedures, Acts of God etc. Owner will contact guest to fill out the contract. The contract will be mailed to the guest and we ask it be returned via e-mail or snail mail within 3-7 days. The rental may be cancelled by the owner at owners discretion if terms are not met. Trip insurance is strongly encouraged and recommended.
No booking fees! Need a payment plan? Talk to us. Talk directly with the owner! 802-558-0040. Dog friendly......Woof! Cash discount! Vacation in Vermont! Owner by e-mail: vermontcottage@gmail.com and mention Houfy.
Ready to book? Have you read the entire listing?
Stay safe,
Alecia & John
Sleeping Configuration
1 / 3
Masater
1 king bed
Queen Volleyball
1 queen bed
The Bear
1 queen bed
Queen Sleigh
1 queen bed
Companion King
1 king bed
Sleeping Porch
2 double beds
Screened-in sleeping porch
Owl's Nest
1 double bed
What this place offers
Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Oven
Private Garden
Fire Pit
High Speed Internet
Laptop friendly workspace
Desk
Desk Chair
Nearby activities
Scuba diving or snorkeling
Sailing
Kayaking
Golf
Miniature Golf
Tennis
Cycling
Swimming
Suitability
Child friendly
No baby furniture. We do have sand toys and books.
Children's books and toys
Events allowed
For a fee and pre-arranged
No smoking allowed
Parking Included
Plenty of places to park!
Meet The Host
Alecia
Owner
Born in the 50s.
I spend too much time: Over-explaining what I mean.
Pets: My dogs.
I'm obsessed with: My cottage on Lake Amherst in Plymouth, Vermont.
My most useless skill: Psychic pops I can do nothing about.
My biography title: That time that I....
I spend too much time: Over-explaining what I mean.
Pets: My dogs.
I'm obsessed with: My cottage on Lake Amherst in Plymouth, Vermont.
My most useless skill: Psychic pops I can do nothing about.
My biography title: That time that I....
Member since: February 2018
Speaks: English
Response rate: 100%
Response time: within a few hours
Scenic views
1 / 5
Lake view
Bedrooms ~ #1 King ~ Primary Bedroom ~ Lake View
Lake view
Bedrooms ~ #5 Queen Bedroom with lake view from upstairs..
Lake view
Bedrooms ~ #7 View from sleeping porch with screened in large window for view of lake
Lake view
Living Room ~ downstairs with porch access
Mountain view
Living Room ~ With Fireplace
Lake view
Porch ~ Screened-in Front Porch With Lake & sanctuary View ~ HUGE screened-in porch
Valley view
Screened-in Front Porch With Lake & sanctuary View ~
Mountain view
Screened-in Front Porch With Lake & sanctuary View ~
Lake view
Hot Tub is outside and under a roof.
Mountain view
Hot Tub area with outside shower. Pictures to come.
Lake view
Night Delight
Valley view
Lake view
The Crepuscular Hour
Water view
Garden view
Woods view
Location
Waterfront
Lakefront
Mountainfront
Woods
Ski Slopes
Getting around
You need your own vehicle.
Directions
These directions are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause conditions to differ from the map results, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route.
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Policies and Rules
Check In: 4PM - Flexible
We will send you our no stress easy check in method once the contract is signed and returned with payments.
Check Out: 11AM
Minimum age limit for renters: 25
Maximum occupancy: 12
House Rules
Lakeside cottages are the de facto settings for family gatherings, reunions, staff retreats, girlfriend getaways, fishing trips, and celebratory weeks. This lakeside cottage will draw you in, wrap you up.... you won't want to leave! you will make memories....warm summer days spent by the lake kayaking by day and camp fires by night.
Rules are simply to keep the property safe, running smoothly, and free from damage.
It's mostly common sense, etiquette, and actually quite simple.
We do require a contract between host & guest for insurance purposes as well as protecting your reservation. It will be sent to guests from host after booking. Payment indicates agreement to the contract.
We do have outside surveillance cameras aimed at parking areas and the boat area.
There are also cameras in restricted/private areas which are generally locked.
Please state how many adults, children, and dog(s) in your initial request to book.
Please do an initial walk-through to ensure everything is to your liking.
Please let us know right away and privately about any concerns you have about the property and not in a review so that we can either explain or provide remediation for you while you are staying.
Recycling is required ~ Vermont Law ~ We all must recycle. It's a good thing. Follow posted recycling requirements. Rinse out, remove caps, sort, and compost properly.
- Quiet hours twilight to dawn.
- No candles, glitter, confetti, slime, play-doh, silly string, fireworks.... etc.
- Report anything broken or damaged asap so we can fix or replace.
- Please follow simple check-out instructions on fridge upon departure.
"Not suitable for infants" because we don't supply baby furniture and we are not
childproofed. Some people do bring infants without our knowledge. You do need to list them by name and age if a guest list is requested. Therefore, bring own baby furniture, childproof all areas. We also charge for any human above the limit. All children under 11 must be supervised at all times.
Dog fee is $25/night/per dog. Must inform owner you are bringing a dog. We do offer cash discount. Dogs must be bathed and groomed prior to arrival. Pick up after dog
$30 charge for lost keys- time and trouble fee.
$30 fee for mailing back left behind items.
$50/hour, part of any hour for unauthorized late check-out.
All rental agreements are final. There is no trading of time. No discount for guests who don't show up. You are highly encouraged to buy trip insurance- we abide by our cancellation policies..No smoking or vaping. No parties or events unless pre-arranged with owner. Check-in is anytime after 4:00 PM
Rules are simply to keep the property safe, running smoothly, and free from damage.
It's mostly common sense, etiquette, and actually quite simple.
We do require a contract between host & guest for insurance purposes as well as protecting your reservation. It will be sent to guests from host after booking. Payment indicates agreement to the contract.
We do have outside surveillance cameras aimed at parking areas and the boat area.
There are also cameras in restricted/private areas which are generally locked.
Please state how many adults, children, and dog(s) in your initial request to book.
Please do an initial walk-through to ensure everything is to your liking.
Please let us know right away and privately about any concerns you have about the property and not in a review so that we can either explain or provide remediation for you while you are staying.
Recycling is required ~ Vermont Law ~ We all must recycle. It's a good thing. Follow posted recycling requirements. Rinse out, remove caps, sort, and compost properly.
- Quiet hours twilight to dawn.
- No candles, glitter, confetti, slime, play-doh, silly string, fireworks.... etc.
- Report anything broken or damaged asap so we can fix or replace.
- Please follow simple check-out instructions on fridge upon departure.
"Not suitable for infants" because we don't supply baby furniture and we are not
childproofed. Some people do bring infants without our knowledge. You do need to list them by name and age if a guest list is requested. Therefore, bring own baby furniture, childproof all areas. We also charge for any human above the limit. All children under 11 must be supervised at all times.
Dog fee is $25/night/per dog. Must inform owner you are bringing a dog. We do offer cash discount. Dogs must be bathed and groomed prior to arrival. Pick up after dog
$30 charge for lost keys- time and trouble fee.
$30 fee for mailing back left behind items.
$50/hour, part of any hour for unauthorized late check-out.
All rental agreements are final. There is no trading of time. No discount for guests who don't show up. You are highly encouraged to buy trip insurance- we abide by our cancellation policies..No smoking or vaping. No parties or events unless pre-arranged with owner. Check-in is anytime after 4:00 PM
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Payment Policy
For credit cards ~ 50% at booking and the remaining 50% due 90 days before commencement. If you need another arrangement, please ask.
We offer cash discount. Contact owner before proceeding. Place a $200 non-refundable deposit to hold the dates. Next, pay by check along with signed agreement with check paid in full minus the $200 within 5 days.
We offer cash discount. Contact owner before proceeding. Place a $200 non-refundable deposit to hold the dates. Next, pay by check along with signed agreement with check paid in full minus the $200 within 5 days.
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Damage Deposit Policy
As a security deposit alternative, houfyProtect, an upfront nonrefundable low cost property damage protection policy for just $5 per night, is taken at time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 120 days prior to arrival and we will refund your reservation, minus $200 cancellation fee and any credit card charges.
Notes
Anyone arranging a group or family stay is responsible for disseminating this site and the guides of information sent. This is especially important if someone other than the group coordinator is going to be showing up first. This will make access to the property go smoothly. It will also prevent misunderstandings due to lack of knowledge about the property.
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