Located in Wells, this chalet is in a rural area and on a lake. Lake St Catherine Country Club and Whaleback Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Saint Catherine State Park and Lake Saint Catherine. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
Lake Saint Catherine State Park - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
Poultney Public Library - 19 min drive - 20.7 km
Green Mountain National Forest - 19 min drive - 21.7 km
Getting around
Castleton Station - 32 min drive
Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Stewart's Shops - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min drive
Dairy Queen - 16 min drive
Scarlotta's Car Hop - 11 min drive
Cumberland Farms - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Views! Large 3600 sqft 3-floor Custom Chalet w/HVAC, fast WiFi, 18 private acres pet-friendly?
Yes, this chalet allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Views! Large 3600 sqft 3-floor Custom Chalet w/HVAC, fast WiFi, 18 private acres?
As of 28 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Views! Large 3600 sqft 3-floor Custom Chalet w/HVAC, fast WiFi, 18 private acres on 1 November 2026 start from NZ$1,868, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Views! Large 3600 sqft 3-floor Custom Chalet w/HVAC, fast WiFi, 18 private acres?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Views! Large 3600 sqft 3-floor Custom Chalet w/HVAC, fast WiFi, 18 private acres?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Views! Large 3600 sqft 3-floor Custom Chalet w/HVAC, fast WiFi, 18 private acres?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Views! Large 3600 sqft 3-floor Custom Chalet w/HVAC, fast WiFi, 18 private acres located?
This family-friendly Wells chalet is located on a lake, 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Lake Saint Catherine, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Wells Lakeside Park and Burt Hill. Lake Saint Catherine State Park and Lake St Catherine Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
If you need a place in the Wells, VT area to stay to accomodate a large group (or even just a couple), this would be my first choice. Ideal for 3 couples but has room for small children. The host could not have been more accommodating and even provided our two little ones with extra's. Responses to my questions were answered in minutes so really appreciated the communication. The house was clean, well equipped and pet friendly. The view from their deck is beautiful as well. Everyone in our group was thrilled with the house and I'm sure you would be too!
The home was amazing. Very clean and comfortable. Amazing views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Thank you, Karen and it was a pleasure having you stay at the Rye Chalet. Don’t be a stranger, you’re always welcome back with advanced booking and our friends and family discount.
Enjoy the holidays!
Rita and Kevin
Delightful four-day trip with three generations of our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you Lino. It was a pleasure having you and your family at the Chalet. Thank you for caring for the home ‘n’ house rules and how you updated us during your stay. Lino you are always welcome back. Fall and the holidays are coming, look forward to our friends and family discount on your next stay. 🌲⛰️🎁⭐️x5
Enjoy the rest of your summer.
Rita and Kevin
This was our second stay at the chalet and it will not be our last. Accommodations were super. Chalet is spotless and roomy. Owners are responsive ti all inquiries. A perfect spot for much needed family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2025
Susan was a great guest during both of her stays. Hosts, if you’re lucky enough to host Susan, look forward to someone who respects your home and is a joy to communicate with.
It’s a beautiful location. The home is clean and well cared for. Very relaxing time, exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words Crystal. It was a pleasure having you as a guest. We look forward to you staying again at The Rye Chalet. Be well 🌞
The chalet was great! Close by to lakes, and offered beautiful views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
Thank you for enjoying the Chalet, Sylvia and family 🏠⛰️🐶🐶. Please do stay again especially in the Fall and look forward to our friends and family discount 😊🎁
Rye Chalet is an incredible property with sweeping views of the valley below. The chalet is a great combination of 60’s A frame architecture and vibe with modern technology and comforts. Highly recommend staying here for a unique and special way to experience Vermont.
We had a great time away. We enjoyed the beautiful veiw. The owner was wonderful to talk to and the house keeper was also wonderful! The house was beautiful and clean. My favorite part was the fireplace!
It’s a beautiful house on a beautiful piece of land. We had a wonderful stay. I have never rented from a more attentive and caring home owner. If you’re looking for a quite space to enjoy family time this is the place for you.
AMAZING Home. Everything was clean and perfect. The house and the view is breathtaking. The Host was accessible and kind. Would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
26 March 2016
Absolutely beautiful, so peaceful
The Rye Chalet is definitely one of a kind! Me and my wife had a wonderfully relaxing time and felt right at home. The view from the deck is breathtaking, we still dream about it! We will definitely look to visit again when the weather is warmer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Michael, don't forget that the view in winter is quite dramatic, too, as you can imagine. Thank you for your kind remarks. We look forward to your return. Second-time visitors get our 10% Friends & Family discount for that visit and all thereafter.
The Rye Chalet was a great experience for our group. The house is extremely well provisioned and is clean and comfortable. Great views, surrounded by woods and blessed quiet. Easy access to neighboring towns and areas with lots to do, especially if you like hiking and outdoors. Excellent communications and support from the host. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you Leslie, and as we put in our review for you, you were a fantastic guest and you respected the Chalet. Our team will love your review and of course, are always welcome back with our friends and family discount too. ⛰️⭐️😊 be well- Rita and Kevin
Our Family enjoyed our stay at the Rye Chalet, we had such a great time the owners have taken care of every little detail, and it shows that their heart is in it. Extremely clean, comfortable, and family friendly, we plan to come back again and again, and we have friends that want to book based on our pictures and facebook posts. Thank you so much for a wonderful warm inviting place to spend a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Diane, we love your compliments and look forward to your return. We offer a 10% Friends & Family discount for great returning guests, like you.
Hope you'll post your compliments on social media for @RyeChalet.
Merry Lee
My family and I decided to book this wonderful place for my husbands 40th family. As soon as we pulled up it took my breath away. The scenery alone was spectacular. There was so much greenery everywhere we looked.
Everything was stocked well and the host was excellent with questions when we asked.
I definitely recommend this place and will be returning in the future.
Very nice and clean property with a beautiful view from the deck! The fire pit was lovely in the evening and the host supplied ingredients for making s’mores! The sky was completely clear and we enjoyed star gazing while we enjoyed the fire!
The host provided quick responses to questions I asked and provided amazingly detailed information about the property, which was very much appreciated. I would definitely recommend the Rye Chalet to others and hope to stay again soon!!!
Our family of four (5) (sons ages 7 and 10 and dog) stayed at the property in July '21. The house lived up to the listing/pics/reviews. The property was a great place for our family to unwind. Being able to bring along our furry family member was an added bonus. Location was great; as we were able to enjoy the benefits of the Adirondacks and the Green Mountains. Hope to be back in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Michael,
Thanks for the nice review, Michael, and especially for unwinding at Rye Chalet. We love it when we measure up for humans and for dogs.
ML
We stayed here with a group of friends for a mountain biking trip. We have stayed up at Kingdom Trails for the past 9 yrs and were looking to change it up. This spot was perfect! Close to all three trail heads, plenty of space for everyone indoors and out, great parking situation, not too far from town but felt very secluded. We had some questions about where things were stored while we were there and the hosts were incredibly responsive. Truly 5 star experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2024
Thank you for this wonderful review Kate. We love the location too. You are always welcome back with a friends and family discount.👍⭐️
You were a great guest and we hope you stay again. Be well, Kate
A key to deck door would have made it easier for 2 older women and an older dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Great suggestion Janet. I’m assuming you are referring to the kitchen door. We cannot leave a key as previous guests forgot to leave them after check out. Let’s do this, I’ll install a keyless entry there just like the main entrance. That should work. Great suggestion 👍 done. Thank you for staying and your feedback. 🌞
We were down in the area for to attend the VT NH Shrine football game in Castleton and had several family members attending. The house and property were perfect for this with 3 seperate bedrooms. One thing we noticed immediately was how quiet it is, especially at night. Hang out on the deck and relax and enjoy.
The house has just about everything you will need. Check in was easy. Thanks again for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Hope you can come back, Peter. We have a 10% Friends & Family discount for great guests like you.
We spent two weeks here with our family and the house was perfect for our group. Big enough to spread out with great spaces to gather together. The house was very well stocked with high quality linens and towels, plenty of kitchen pots and pans, lots of dishes, mugs, and glasses, and some extra touches like supplies for s’mores, wood for the fire pit, and charging stations for our electronics throughout the house. Land is lovely and location great. You can walk into Wells and you are about 30 mins from great shops and restaurants in Dorset and Manchester. Highly recommend this house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Thank you Jan, you were also a fantastic guest. You are always welcome back to our home in Vermont. Be well, Rita and Kevin