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Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Exterior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Duxbury, VT
  • Place, Mad River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Waitsfield Main Street
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mad River Glass Gallery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cheerful Mountain Cottage

Transport to our quintessential Vermont home tucked on the hillside of a quiet dirt road . Enjoy easy drives to neighboring towns like Stowe, Waterbury, and Waitsfield allowing you to be minutes away from your outdoor adventure or meal. Our 1800's cottage was fully renovated to fit the needs of modern comfort while maintaining its vintage charm. The open floor plan on the first floor offers an abundance of light and brings the tranquility of the outdoors in. Enter through the side of the home into a sitting area with a TV. Ditch your boots and coats and head into the living space which opens into the kitchen and dining room, making conversation easy regardless of the room you're in. A centrally placed gas stove spreads warmth and cozy vibes for all to enjoy. The first floor bathroom boasts an open air shower with views of the pines or unwind in the claw foot tub.

The stairs to the second floor are steeper (and maybe a little creakier) than usual and take you to the landing which all bedrooms are accessed from. The rustic floorboards lead you to either a Queen room (x2) or the Master with a King bed and walk in closet. There is a brand new full bath upstairs.

The backyard offers a stone patio to enjoy summer meals under the stars There is a 'stream' that runs through the property adding peaceful background noise in addition to the other sounds of nature you'll find here. The home backs up to 100's of acres of protected land further supporting the 'remote' feel of the cottage.

We recommend AWD or 4WD in snow/mud months.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Duxbury

Located in Duxbury, this cottage is in the mountains. Main Street Studio and Elaine Beckwith Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Big Eddy Covered Bridge and Skinner Barn. Green Mountain Cultural Center and The Cabot Annex Store are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Duxbury, VT

What's nearby

  • Mad River - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Main Street Studio - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Waitsfield Main Street - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Elaine Beckwith Gallery - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Mad River Glass Gallery - 10 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Waterbury Station - 14 min drive
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lawson's Finest Liquids - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hyde Away Inn & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Black Cap Coffee & Bakery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Mad Taco - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mad River Barn - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cheerful Mountain Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cheerful Mountain Cottage?

As of 19 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cheerful Mountain Cottage on 30 May 2026 start from NZ$381, 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 Cheerful Mountain Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cheerful Mountain Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cheerful Mountain Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cheerful Mountain Cottage located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is steps from Mad River Valley and within 6 mi (10 km) of Camel's Hump State Park and Mad River. Main Street Studio and Elaine Beckwith Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a fall weekend getaway! Easy access to Stowe and surrounding areas. We made a meal at the vrbo one night and were cozy every evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming and helpful. Great little cabin in the woods. Cozy fire on a snow filled weekend. Thankful for all wheel drive to get up the hill in the snow before sanders arrived. But the location was just the escape needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Cozy Cottage

A perfect cottage for 2 couples. We loved the fireplace and the great location. The host had great communication and shared a helpful vacation guide.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Mad river

Cute place very convenient. This was a stopping off place for our longer trip. Very relaxing. Enjoyed the area & the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Such a beautiful place

My family & I would gladly stay here again. The house was more than comfortable & the beauty of colorful fall leaves falling from trees was so enjoyable
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

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

Great cabin

Great cabin. Modern, beautiful design. Quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Mountain Cottage

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Rustic country vibe. Clean with updated amenities. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EMILY H.

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

Comfy cabin in the woods

Quiet, spacious cabin. Well stocked for cooking. Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bruce b.

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

Graduation

Great place for a family to unwind after a cpl of hectic days The little fire pit was a great surprise The owner Tom is terrific at communicating Definitely going to stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

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

Nice stay

The location was perfect for our stay. The cabin had everything we needed. The Host was responsive to all issues and questions we had. The cabin is on a dirt road that is steep in places. (Many roads in VT are dirt/gravel roads). No problems for us. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy M.

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

Friends trip to VT

Perfect size for the 6 of us. Peaceful location with beautiful surroundings. Close to town, yet away from it all. We’ll appointed and very nicely updated.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

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

Charming comfortable house

Amazing communication for rental, description right on, so comfortable from the livingroom with a delightful gas stove so easy to use to the most comfortable beds and bedding ever. Property description right on. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chantal O.

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

Lovely cottage

This cottage had all the comforts of home and a great location for us, as our family lives just a few minutes down the road! Check in process and communication with Tom, our host, were seamless. Our only challenge is we had hot water issues, but Tom was very responsive and helpful. We would not hesitate to stay there again and would recommend it to anyone seeking a comfortable, quiet place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very pleasant stay! The house is bright, open, airy, very clean and comfy! The kitchen was well equipped and had ample counter space. The bedrooms were roomy and the bathrooms looked new. The photos are accurate. The house is located in a quiet spot in the woods up a steep dirt road. We heard a lot birds in the morning and saw a black bear. The location is convenient to Waterbury and Stowe. We enjoyed the hiking, biking, swimming and kayaking in the area. Tom replied quickly to our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie O.

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

Quiet retreat

Loved our stay at the cottage near quaint towns of Waterbury and Waitsfield with access to great restaurants, breweries and beautiful hikes! The cottage was restored nicely with all the modern amenities. Really enjoyed having an updated kitchen, bathrooms and laundry facilities. The water supply is from a mountain stream and at times the water pressure could be challenging when all needed to shower at the same time but we were able to make it work by staggering our showers. We were two couples staying together and had plenty of room to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy C.

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

Duxbury cottage for ski week

The cottage was just what we wanted for a ski week. Location = private and remote on a steep dirt road, yet 20 min to Sugarbush, 30 min to Bolton, and <15 min to both Waterbury and Waitsfield centers. House = ideal for 2 adults and 2 kids - 3 spacious bedrooms with comfy beds and 2 nice baths. Cozy living area, surprisingly great light for an old farmhouse, warm and efficient gas stove, and all the kitchen supplies you'll need - plus washer and dryer. Mountain water is amazing, but pressure is low, so conserve appropriately.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly Y.

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

Lovely stay but hard for those with mobility issues

The property was clean, cute and had a great overall feel. However the steps to the bedrroms were very steep and hard for my parents who are in their 70s. There are also some threshold which are a tripping risk. If youre younger its no problem and was a great place, just be careful with older folks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

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

Cozy and Comfortable!

This is a lovely house for a family get-away. We skied at Sugarbush, and the drive was easy, and close enough. There were six of us, all above the age of 18, and plenty of comfortable space. The beds were very comfortable. The downstairs was spread out nicely, so we could all enjoy each other's company at the big dining table, as well as, break off into cozy nooks to watch tv, read, or work on a puzzle. Internet worked well for the two who had to work remotely. The whole house had a bright and airy atmosphere. We appreciated the the host would quickly answer any questions via email. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property, responsive host and great location!! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Lovely secluded cottage

Four of us were in town for a wedding and stayed in this super cute cottage up a dirt road. It seems to be newly renovated - open layout downstairs, nice kitchen appliances, beautiful downstairs bathroom, comfy beds upstairs, and great amenities. We were busy with wedding activities but wish we had a chance to hang out at the cottage and take advantage of the grill, fire pits, and gorgeous surroundings. Very comfortable, enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Beautiful, comfortable home

In town for a wedding, we so enjoyed this home. Up to date & comfortable, with many upgrades. Stunning scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

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Hosted by Tom Brayden

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