Located in Ripton, this lodge is in a rural area and on a river. National Museum of the Morgan Horse and Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Vermont Folklife Center and Danforth Pewter. Travelling with kids? Consider Kevin P. Mahaney '84 Center for the Arts and Bulwagga Books & Gallery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Moosalamoo National Recreation Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Robert Frost Wayside Trail - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
Middlebury College - 16 min drive - 19.5 km
Sugarbush Ski Resort - 42 min drive - 55.6 km
Killington Resort - 53 min drive - 73.8 km
Getting around
Randolph Station - 59 min drive
Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
A&W Restaurant - 11 min drive
Kampersville - 15 min drive
7 South Sandwich - 11 min drive
Waybury Pub - 7 min drive
Paddler's Pub - 17 min drive
About this property
Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome
Escape to River Stone Lodge in Vermont's Green Mountains for a memorable retreat! With a cozy living spaces, game room, hot tub, and scenic trails nearby, it's the perfect getaway for relaxation and adventure. Book your stay now and experience the charm of mountain living. property is on 7 acres across form The Middlebury River where my grandkids love to go swim in the Swim holes.
Imagine a getaway where your mornings start with mountain views and evenings end with games around a wine barrel table at River Stone Lodge. Every corner, from the cozy bedrooms to the game room packed with fun, is designed for your relaxation and enjoyment. Perfect for family and friends, embrace Vermont's beauty in a home that promises more than just a stay but a memorable experience. Your mountain retreat awaits. The Hot Tub anytime day or night.* Nestled in Vermont's serene Green Mountains, it's your perfect blend of adventure and comfort. With scenic trails, a river, waterfalls, and lakes nearby, plus cozy amenities including a hot tub, game room, and spacious outdoor lounging areas right at your doorstep, Book your unforgettable getaway now and create memories that last a lifetime. 🌲🏞️ the outdoor dining areas, Campfire ring and hot tub! Nearby skiing both downhill and cross country! winter hiking and snowshoeing and more. Nordic sports nearby. Imagine unwinding in a hot tub under a starlit sky after a day of adventure or relaxation at River Stone Lodge, your ultimate escape nestled in Vermont's Green Mountains. This serene, pet-friendly haven promises memorable moments for up to 10 guests with amenities like a game room and a secret nook awaiting discovery. Embark on a stay where nature's beauty meets homely comfort. 🌲✨New England Hideaway- Rich hardwoods, i stonework, and leather furniture set the scene in the open-concept living room. Gather here with for Family and friends visiting time visit before a wonderful meal served in the dining area, or find some quiet time by the fireplace in the warm and cozy lounge. New England style Lodge/Cabin and 5,000 sq. ft. of sunlit living space makes River Stone Lodge the perfect destination for holidays spent with family and friends and just relax and read your favorite books. The cook in your party will feel right at home in the country-style kitchen and in the outdoor grilling area. A breakfast bar and nook invite you to keep the cook company while they whip up their next creation. A surround sound system spans throughout the lodge. Enjoy listening in the game room, where you can relax at the bar, challenge a friend to a foosball or billiards game, or pop a fresh batch of popcorn. The Warm lodge/Cabin living doesn’t stop there, though — an indoor bubble tub invites you for a relaxing soak beneath skylight. Prefer a starlit setting? Find another seven-person hot tub on the patio, plus ample seating for dining . Woodland Slumber- Whether you’re visiting Vermont with a group of friends or with extended family, there are accommodations for your family/friends between the 4 relaxing bedrooms, extra rooms and the magical “treetops” loft area. River Stone Lodge is pet-friendly, too! We welcome you to bring two of your furry friends on your stay.
The master suite, detailed with a plush king-size bed and an en-suite bath with bubble tub, walk-in shower, and gorgeous marble and stone accents. Three other guest rooms have queen-size beds, With one bath with double sinks & sky lit jetted tub across from 3 of the guest rooms. One is ideal for new families with an attached child’s bedroom, and the Bear Room is a fun retreat for older kids with two twin-size beds. There’s also a secret room hidden somewhere in the house — we’ll leave it up to you to find out where! The downstairs bath is handicap-accessible for added convenience, and one-half bath ensures plenty of room for everyone to get ready before a night out in Middlebury. The Great Outdoors- So much! Swim, fish, ski, hike — whatever your outdoor passion, Breadloaf Wilderness brings it all to your doorstep. River Stone Lodge is across from the Middlebury River, rich with trout, and a fun swimming holes up and down Gorgeous Scenic RT 125. Bring your bike along to cycle picturesque Route 125, or explore the woods on Breadloaf’s 85 miles of mountain biking trails. Downhill and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are minutes away in the Moosaloomoo Recreation Area. Discover Middlebury’s vibrant restaurant scene close by, and take a trip back in time with our Family dairy farm tour on beautifully conserved land. For our guests, only this is the REAL deal. At River Stone Lodge, you and your loved ones can experience Vermont’s natural beauty in absolute comfort and style. EVENTS: We allow weddings & Receptions and other events upon approval on our expansive property. This is in ADDITION to our house rental not included & separate from this site. Please inquire.
House Rules
Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Back yard is fenced Lots of Games. campfire ring
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Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
PLEASE INQUIRE FOR YOUR EVENT! EVENTS COST MORE
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Small pet fee of $10 per pet per night
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Allowed outside the house
Any type of event needs to be cleared with us first that includes birthday parties, reunions ect... There is an Event FEE OVER AND ABOVE THE RENTAL
NO PARTIES or Events are Allowed without prior approval and the EVENT fee PAID in full before arrival. Please CONTACT US.
For those of you booking a WEDDING we have a MAX of 80 guests allowed Plus your rental of the house's sleeping guests. PLEASE email us for DETAILS
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: PLEASE INQUIRE FOR YOUR EVENT! EVENTS COST MORE
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome?
As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome on 10 June 2026 start from NZ$1,048, 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 Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome located?
This family-friendly Ripton lodge is located on a river, just steps away from Green Mountain National Forest and Moosalamoo National Recreation Area. Rikert Nordic Center and Robert Frost Wayside Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Stayed here with group of extended family for Middlebury Feb graduation. Location close to snowbowl was perfect. Lots of room in the house and the game room was big plus. Plenty of parking which made life easy for a group coming from all over.
Kathy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
GIna G.
18 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Check-in was easy and the house was all set up and dialed in for a hot day. AC was on and fans were set up. They even left really cute cookies!!!The coffee maker was AWESOME and there were 2 refrigerators which was so luxurious. Hot tub was really nice and clean and perfect temp. Everyone had a ton of fun and loved the uniqueness of the lodge. My calves are sore from going up and down the stairs so many times.Great memories were made and we want to come back!!!
The place was great, clean, and spacious for our family. Visited with toddlers and infants and we felt really safe. the area is also very centric to a number of cities and happening towns.
This home is very large with plenty of space to spread out in. Nice fenced in yard for pets and plenty of amenities to keep everyone occupied. Fantastic location in the Green Mountain National Forest with plenty of hiking nearby. Conveniently located near Middlebury.
We had an amazing stay with our kids. The house was spacious and conveniently located on VT-125. There were plenty of family friendly hiking options nearby (Texas Falls, Robert Frost Trail) and the kids had fun in the game room and hot tub. We would definitely stay again.
We had a family wedding nearby so the house was great to have us all together. We also loved the proximity to hiking...across the street! Home had plenty of space for us to spread out if we wanted and spend time together for games and fun.
We had a wonderful and memorable time staying at this house. It was spacious, well equipped for a family, and most importantly extremely clean. The location was a good balance of being remote and also close enough to all of the activities we wanted to do. Kris and Ben were wonderful hosts and very gracious - the farm tour was a highlight of the trip!
The house is incredible! A handful of friends and I had a wonderful ski weekend and loved coming back to soak in the hot tub and play games in the cozy living room. It’s very spacious and beds are incredibly comfortable.
comfortable, roomy... couldn't enjoy outdoor spaces - seating, eating, fire pit - because of mosquitoes but plenty of room inside. Close to nie hikes and walks in the woods
Katie S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
laura b.
22 April 2016
Best escape ever!
What a wonderful place to escape to. Idyllic setting in Vermont, like a story book! Lots of space for the whole family... time for escaping & relaxing, go on adventure hikes, soak in the hot tub under the stars, BBQ & enjoy the family outdoor loving, play games an have fun with the family in the amazing game room!
I highly recommend staying at this unique house. We really enjoyed the hot tub, and having an enclosed back yard was particularly helpful with our toddler son. There was a lot for us to explore inside, and our kids had a great time during a snowy day finding the hidden room. Lots of great hikes within a short drive of the location. Especially if you have a family with small children, this was a great stay to "get out of the city" for a while.
Convenient to Middlebury, we brought family and Godparents together to celebrate our daughter graduating from Middlebury College. The house is comfortable and spacious. Large, well-equipped kitchen. Hosts were great -- very responsive, helpful, and clear communication. This was a great find -- highly recommend.
Lea B.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Emily R.
13 October 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house size and layout was great for families. We all had our own space and large fenced in yard. However all of us commented on how the house was not clean. It seemed like they do quick vacuum and change sheets but that's it. There were dying and dead flies everywhere as if they had bug bombed recently and very dusty/unwiped surfaces. Additionally no trails on the property, and no map. Backyard was completely unusable until we cleaned it up ourself, leaves everywhere so unsafe to have a fire. Crubs on counter and couch. Also little annoyances like 1 roll of paper towels for 4 nights, no extra trashbags, no ziploc bags or tin foil? Really odd when you pay all this for the conveniences of home, but then have to buy that stuff. Love the house itself but would not stay again. Needs a good deep clean and better upkeep.
My family highly enjoyed their stay at this property during late Nov time frame. Very comfortable house, lots of room and most excellent game room. Easy check in. Many trails n waterfalls nearby, good restaurants nearby in Middlebury. My only regret is I didn’t use the hot tub this trip. Next time! I recommend property to anyone.
Albert K.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Rob A.
31 December 2016
A Magical Holiday Escape!!
What an amazing home nestled in Green Mountain State Park!!! It truly feels like you are staying in your own private ski lodge. The house is beautiful with everything you would need for a perfect getaway with family and friends or even a business team getaway. We arrived 2 days after Christmas, to find the house beautifully decorated. It is apparent that the owners, Kris & Jane, take pride in their house and want to ensure that their guests have a memorable time!!
we came with soon to be new in laws.. there was 6 of us... and we have an amazing time.. the home is immaculate and so well stocked with games, spices etc.. they had even decorated the whole home for christmas, inside and out... if there were 10 stars i would rate it as such... we hope to visit again in the future..
The house is HUGE! It is very cool with so many areas to get away from each other or areas to gather and enjoy card games, pool games or just some time outside. The hosts are excellent. On our stay the Internet was knocked out, probably a storm, and the host even showed up to coordinate with the internet company and get us WiFi again, which we needed for our jobs. What a great place and great host.
The lodge is a phenomenal property for families or friends, especially with dogs. The fenced in back yard is perfect, the house is enormous, spacious and well designed. There is good kitchen equipment (pots, pans, blender, and two grills). The owners are responsive and attentive when needed. The house is centrally located and close to great hiking spots, some small towns and shops, and across the street there is a gorgeous river worth exploring. Don’t forget to make time to star gaze and soak in the hot tub!
H Alex H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Archival
8/10 Good
11 July 2017
Family Vacation
Great location, with near-by fishing, hiking, swimming in beautiful Green Mts. Plenty of room for our family of 12. Ideal for our 1 y r. old, providing crib, changing table, booster seat, and toys. Main floor mostly accessible for family member's power chair. Recommend bringing portable wheelchair too. Upstairs bedrooms have no doors, so minimal privacy. Big Kitchen and lovely patio.
Our family had a lovely stay. The house is big and the space allows for everyone to engage in their favorite activity without affecting other guests. We had at all times someone playing pool, while others were reading on the comfy couch and/or out for hikes.
The fenced backyard is great for dogs that can be left outside without concerns. A couple of minor comments: the house is very close to the road, with some traffic noise. Lastly, the master bedroom, while beautiful and big, does not have full walls ( one must see it to understand!), therefore it lacks some privacy.
This is truly a property that keeps on giving. We stayed in the summer, when the hiking and outdoors are great. Our dogs loved the fenced in backyard, and the location in Ripton is stupendous. Their are well-known trails throughout the National Forest, and a couple of lesser known trails within walking distance (we see you SPirit In Nature!).
The house itself is very comfortable. The kitchen is built to support a large group (two fridges!) and there are many nooks to explore and hide out. Everything was clean.
The Game Room? Don't get me started. Fun for all ages.