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Upscale 4BR Cottage • Walk to Middlebury College & Town • Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly

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Living Area with 65" TV and generous seating.
Kitchen stocked w/Calphalon stainless cookware and all the tools!
Owner's Suite with luxury bedding and personal AC/Heat pump for sleeping comfort
Otter Creek Falls just a few blocks away
4-6 person hot tub with private backyard setting

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Middlebury, VT
  • Place, Middlebury Falls
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Middlebury College
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History
    ‪11 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Level Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Level Single

1 Single Bed

Main Level Guest Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Owner's Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Level Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Second Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Upscale 4BR Cottage • Walk to Middlebury College & Town • Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly



Welcome to The Middlebury Cottage — a rare find in Vermont’s favorite college town. This upscale 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers modern luxury, historic charm, and unbeatable walkability just steps from Middlebury College, downtown cafés, shops, and scenic Chipman Hill trails.

Perfect for families, alumni gatherings, or groups visiting the college, the cottage combines designer comfort, eco-conscious living, and upscale amenities including a hot tub and pet-friendly accommodations.


🛏 Bedrooms & Baths

Owner’s Suite: King bed, Adirondack peek-a-boo views, premium bedding.

Main-Level Bedroom: Queen + twin bed, convenient for avoiding stairs.

Two Additional Bedrooms: Queen + twin, all with blackout shades & luxury linens.

2 Full Bathrooms: Modern fixtures and spa-like touches.



Living & Dining

Two living areas: 65” smart TV, sectional sofa, starlight projector.

Dining for 8: Elegant table just off the kitchen.

Work-friendly space: Desk + printer for remote work or study.



Chef’s Kitchen

A fully equipped chef-approved kitchen with:

Gas range + oven

Vitamix, Instapot, toaster oven

Calphalon stainless cookware

Full bakeware + glassware sets

3-stage water filtration system for pure coffee, tea, and drinking water



Outdoor & Amenities

Private hot tub + fenced backyard terrace with dining + rocking chairs

Tesla charger in garage

Ping pong table, yoga mats, washer/dryer

Solar-powered with eco-friendly, non-toxic products



Location Highlights

Walk to Middlebury College (12 min)

Downtown shops, cafés, and Town Green (3 blocks)

Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op & Shaws (2 blocks)

Chipman Hill trails with 3 scenic lookouts (next street over)

Amtrak Ethan Allen Express (4 blocks) – direct service to NYC




Why Guests Love The Middlebury Cottage

Upscale, luxury-level comfort in a historic Vermont setting

Perfect for families visiting Middlebury College

Eco-conscious and pet-friendly without sacrificing elegance

Walkable, modern, and designed for memorable gatherings

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Well-behaved, quiet, clean with a reference only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests shall remove shoes inside the house. It is important to us to leave the dirt and impurities that the soles of shoes carry at the entrance.
Insurance carrier does NOT permit guests to use wood stove
Max 2 cars parked in front of the house. Please ask host about additional public parking options close by.

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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

Middlebury

Located in Middlebury, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. National Museum of the Morgan Horse and Holy Cow Inc. are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Danforth Pewter and Vermont Folklife Center. Kevin P. Mahaney '84 Center for the Arts and Bulwagga Books & Gallery are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Middlebury, VT

What's nearby

  • Town Hall Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Middlebury Falls - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • National Museum of the Morgan Horse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Middlebury College - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Port Henry Station - 35 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rosie's Restaurant & Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Middlebury Natural Food Co-op - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Upscale 4BR Cottage • Walk to Middlebury College & Town • Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Upscale 4BR Cottage • Walk to Middlebury College & Town • Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Upscale 4BR Cottage • Walk to Middlebury College & Town • Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly on 8 May 2026 start from NZ$1,167, 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 Upscale 4BR Cottage • Walk to Middlebury College & Town • Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upscale 4BR Cottage • Walk to Middlebury College & Town • Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upscale 4BR Cottage • Walk to Middlebury College & Town • Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upscale 4BR Cottage • Walk to Middlebury College & Town • Hot Tub • Pet-Friendly located?

Located in the heart of Middlebury, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of National Museum of the Morgan Horse, Town Hall Theater and Holy Cow Inc.. Middlebury Falls and Danforth Pewter are also within 10 minutes.

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

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10/10 Excellent

Meghan W.

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

Amazing property

Thanks Lisa for our wonderful stay. It’s the nicest Place we have stayed near Middlebury College.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
We genuinely enjoy having guests who enjoy the special details and leave happy! Hope to welcome you back for future college events.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

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

Fabulous home!

Everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2024
This is music to our ears when families come together in our home and connect in meaningful ways! We look forward to hosting your graduation celebration soon!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Perfect holiday home

We had a fantastic stay in this beautiful, comfortable home. The owner has paid attention to every detail and is extremely helpful. We loved the location close to the TAM for dog walks and the Co-Op for last-minute ingredients and snacks. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 November 2023
We are so delighted to share our family home with other lovely families like yours...especially when including the fur babies is a treasured part of the vacation experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hydee P.

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

Midd Cottage

We had a wonderful time in Middlebury! Everything was perfect. Would highly recommend a stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
Perfection is music to our ears! So happy you chose us for your milestone celebration!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

Thanksgiving in Midd

Great house and location. Everything as described. Was able to easily host Thanksgiving and everyone enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Perfect for a weekend in Vermont

The house was charming and welcoming. The owners were easy to work with and very gracious. The hot tub was an added bonus after a long day of skiing and there were many local restaurants and shops to walk to. I highly recommend this home for a Vermont getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
Thanks Liz for being our inaugural guest! We’ll keep the hot tub warm for you should you want to come back now that you are a seasoned skier ⛷😉
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

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

Beautiful home in Middlebury

Lovely home with plenty of space. Walkable to town. Owner was very easy to contact with any questions. Would definitely rent again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
So happy to have the MIDD LAX team supporters enjoy their downtime in our home. Thanks for choosing us and hope you have many reasons to come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike c.

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

Magical Middlebury Commencement Celebration

Home is well located, cozy, clean, organized and well-equipped kitchen. Bedding and beds clean, firm, comfortable. Hosts welcoming and highly responsive. Wouldn't change a thing, exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
So glad your family could come together to celebrate your MIDD graduate in our home!! We so value the college in our community and are happy to share our place for other families to sleep, eat and be merry- especially for these milestone life events!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie L.

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

Just the perfect house!

I had a lovely stay in this tastefully appointed house. Lisa was amazing with communication from the start. The ease of booking and this wonderful home in quaint Middlebury exceeded my expectations. I plan to stay here again in just a few weeks. Can't wait!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manisha M.

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

Great pet friendly home

Lisa is a great host, very prompt in her responses and very hospitable- her house is clean, well furnished and very comfortable. Our dog loved the fenced in backyard and we the hot tub, especially after skiing at Snow Bowl which 30 minutes away. Had great meals at Jessica’s and the Two brothers tavern; bagels / breakfast/deli and groceries were great to have at walking distances. Great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
A happy dog a happy host makes🥰
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alva M.

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

Great stay & location for NESCACs!!

Lisa was great! The cottage was really nice! Super cozy! And the ping pong table was fun! Just be careful that you route the location as Middlebury, Vermont & NOT Middlebury, Connecticut. We flew into Boston and drove from there. Maps will automatically route you to the nearest “address” and nearest Middlebury, which is in Connecticut, NOT Vermont.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 March 2025
Thanks Alva for choosing the Middlebury Cottage for the NESCAC sporting event! We are so glad you got to experience our sweet village and The College!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie L.

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

Graduation Weekend

`Lovely house, close to downtown Middlebury in a quiet neighborhood with plenty of space for friends and family. Aircon in every room made sleeping so comfortable. The house is well-appointed and communication with the properly manager is prompt and excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Magnificent Middlebury Cottage!

This beautiful and charming cottage was perfect in every way for our family. All amenities we needed were at our fingertips, and the check-in process was seamless. Professionally managed by Lisa every step of the way! The location is steps from campus and downtown Middlebury. Thank you Lisa for the joy and delight of staying in such a lovely home. Exceptional in every way. We can't wait to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
It warms my heart when our guests feel the same joy staying in The MIDD Cottage as we do! Thanks for being so wonderful and definitely love to have you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura Q.

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

Comforts of Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Midd Cottage. All the comforts of home and convenient location to town and campus will bring us back to this property. Also, the owner makes herself accessible should you have any questions or concerns. We didn’t but it was reassuring to know that she was only a phone call away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

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

Perfect Location for Middlebury Reunion

We rented this cottage as a gathering spot for a long weekend reunion of young friends of ours and our daughter's and it was perfect for family meals (large kitchen, dining table for eight, and the coop and grocery a two minute walk). There was comfortable study nooks for everyone, plus five bedrooms, we could all be together or apart, play ping pong in the basement or sit in the chairs in the sun (we didn't jacuzzi, but there is one). It is a perfect place for friends and family to gather and be together and apart as needed and to enjoy preparing and eating family meals together in a location that makes access to hikes, stores, downtown Middlebury and the campus simple.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
We love hearing when our home provides a haven for family/friend time. Thanks for bringing great energy to our space!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

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

Excellent Experience!

My family and I (6 adults/teens and a French Bulldog) stayed at the property for a long weekend. It was the perfect location; close in proximity to restaurants, shops, a grocery store, and the hockey rink (we were there for a hockey tournament). The house was very spacious, well stocked, clean, and well maintained. Lisa was a fantastic host. She was very responsive and attentive. We had a last-minute change to the size of our party, and she graciously accommodated. I would definitely recommend this property for anybody looking in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

Perfect Place!

Our party of six adults came to Vermont for the 4/8/24 eclipse and were fortunate to make this lovely cottage our home for three nights. We have stayed at various rentals over the years and all agree: Midd Cottage is, by far, the very best place we have ever stayed! The front door opens to an expansive, light-filled main floor with a huge comfortable couch, a dining room that seats 8, and a well-stocked kitchen with high-quality utensils for real cooking! The bedrooms (5!) are bright, airy and comfortable. Every detail has been attended to: fluffy towels in abundance, yoga mats in each room, REAL plants throughout the house, and a welcome basket with local treats! All you have to do is unpack and relax! Downtown Middlebury is within a quick walk and there is much to see! Lisa is a warm and gracious host. We would stay here again in a heartbeat! Don't think twice: just book it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 April 2024
It makes us so genuinely happy when guests appreciate all the special touches we have at The Midd Cottage to make it feel like a true home. Love that you got to share such a milestone with family and friends here in our village.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Comfort and Clean

Bed was so comfortable! Local welcome basket was a treasure trove
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
So happy to have guests who are as excited about discovering the local gems as we are! Thanks for bringing great energy to our home!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula d.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2026
So happy we could serve as your family's base to enjoy quality time together under one cozy roof. 🙂

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Mirman

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We spend our time between Middlebury and Sarasota. The Middlebury Cottage is our cherished family home where we can all soak up the wonders of the Vermont farm food culture, readily access the spectacular Green Mountain hiking and ski trails, and relish in the vibrancy of Middlebury College and the picturesque Main Street decorated by Otter Creek Falls.

Our connection to the area goes back to the 70s when Lee attended summer camp on Lake Dunmore, and has grown exponentially since Lisa and Lee married in Vermont, and then both of their children attended Songadeewin and Keewaydin as well.

Why they chose this property

OUR ETHOS
We are passionate about living a conscious and holistic lifestyle, supporting local, and embracing inclusivity and sustainable environment practices. We hope you will enjoy some of the local products we showcase in our home and invite you to visit the artisans and small businesses we feature. Our family is also plant-based and can offer many of our favorite vegan discoveries in Middlebury and beyond.


LOCAL. You will find Middlebury’s Own Organic Vermont Soap, Lunaroma Pure Hand Crafted Botanical Body Care Products, Seventh Generation laundry & dish detergents.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY. We use non-toxic environmentally-friendly products. We strive to stay away from any chemicals in our home.

SOLAR POWERED. Our home has a 5 KW solar array to offset our energy usage. Plans are in the works to move towards net zero energy usage- meaning we will be able to power all the systems of the home from 100% clean renewable energy.

HEALTH CONSCIOUS. We use a high end three stage water filtration system for all your drinking and cooking needs. AND thanks to collaboration with THE GIVING FRIDGE (CareofVT.com) we have a number of oxygen-giving plants to provide clean indoor air.

INCLUSIVE. We honor and embrace members of the BIPOC and LBGTQ+ community.

What makes this property unique

Totally private yet right in the heart of the village. Layout allows for being all together or to retreat to your own space. Pet-friendly!

Languages:

English, Spanish
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