10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey B.
26 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. Worked perfect for us !
Jeffrey B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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Secluded But Accessible Cottage on Twin Ponds
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 484.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Brookfield, VT
- Norwich University24 min drive
- Thunder Road International Speedbowl28 min drive
- Sugarbush Ski Resort52 min drive
- Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Secluded But Accessible Cottage on Twin Ponds
QUIET COMFORT: This cottage was designed as a comfortable year around home with central forced hot water base board heat. It provides a quiet place to enjoy your vacation while being near a number of attractions and support services. The cottage has a back- up generator in the event of power failure. The essentials are all on one level. There is one step onto the porch and one step from the porch to the interior of the cottage. There are stability handles for each of the two doorways. There is also a rainy day room in the basement with card table, four chairs and a foosball table.
TWO BEDROOMS: There are two bedrooms, each with a Queen sized bed, closet/or a bureau. There are two full bathrooms, one with tub- shower combination and one bathroom with a shower only. The larger bathroom has a washer and dryer. The fully equipped kitchen with electric stove & oven, full sized refrigerator, microwave, air fryer, coffee maker, toaster, etc. looks out on the west pond. The dining and living area has hardwood floors and views of both ponds (leaves permitting). During the occasional hot weather, good cross ventilation is enhanced by window fans. Fiber optic 300 mps internet access and US and Canadian phone service, a 50" Roku HD TV with blue ray player, and some DVDs are provided. The fireplace is for ambiance only with no fires allowed.
TWO CONNECTED NATURAL PONDS: Twin Ponds was created by a glacier (10,000 to 14,000 years ago) and is about 45 feet deep at the deepest point. There is a grassy boat dock and sandy play area. There is great fishing (VT fishing license required) with five different species available including Large Mouth Bass. There is a diving float and two boats available. There is a fire pit on the grassy dock area. There is a charcoal grill near the cottage. There are three lawns. The screened-in front porch provides an alternate dining, sitting or computer work area with a view of the ponds. Typical of this rural part of Central Vermont, we have a full array of wild animals to include deer, black bears, eagles, loons, turkeys, turtles, etc. Our 228 acre Christmas tree farm is available for hiking, bird watching and a complimentary Christmas tree farm tour can be scheduled.
Property manager
Lew Stowell
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Beach view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Brookfield
Located in Brookfield, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Northfield Golf Course and Montague Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Northfield Shopping Mall and Berlin Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Rock of Ages, or check out an event or a game at Thunder Road International Speedbowl. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Brookfield, VT
What's nearby
- Knight's Spider Web Farm - 17 min drive - 10.4 km
- Norwich University - 24 min drive - 15.7 km
- Thunder Road International Speedbowl - 28 min drive - 18.6 km
- Ben and Jerry's Factory - 37 min drive - 44.0 km
- Sugarbush Ski Resort - 52 min drive - 40.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pump & Pantry - 17 min drive
- The Pub - 17 min drive
- LegenDairy Maple & Ice Cream - 17 min drive
- The Woods Lodge - 28 min drive
- Sandy's Dairy Bar - 17 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ray R.
23 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage at Brookfield,VT
Ray R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice family getaway
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Edward C.
25 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twin ponds
Edward C.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mark P.
12 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and beautiful
Mark P.
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara C.
21 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil getaway
Barbara C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean B.
27 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what hoped for
Jean B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dean Taylor D.
17 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twin Ponds
Dean Taylor D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sharon S.
7 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil cabin
Sharon S.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Arlene L.
6 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful secluded Vermont pond
Arlene L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
pjsharon S.
21 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A secluded little gem!
pjsharon S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alice W.
20 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Retreat
Alice W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marguerite H.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vermont waterfalls and covered bridges
Marguerite H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen H.
2 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic Setting
Karen H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Jan L.
15 October 2022
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
One disappointment
Jan L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
James M.
11 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fishing, secluded ponds.
James M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ravinder S.
2 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay.
Ravinder S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robert D.
3 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the piece and quiet .
Robert D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
11 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
6/10 Okay
Robert G.
2 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Enjoyed our stay but house quality not quite as imagined.
Robert G.
Stayed 39 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Paul b.
12 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
Paul b.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Philip C.
11 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 nights
Philip C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sharon S.
31 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific twin pond
Sharon S.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gregory K.
26 December 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Pleasant Stay, and Lew is a great host
Gregory K.
Stayed 45 nights in Sep 2020
About the host
Hosted by Lew Stowell
I grew up in Chester, VT and graduated from Norwich University. I retired from the Vermont National Guard, the State of Vermont (Department of Public Safety, Emergency Management Division and now am just operating the family Christmas tree farm and hosting the cottage. I live about 1/2 mile by Twin Pond Road from the cottage. I try to be available when needed but let you enjoy your vacation without interruption.
Why they chose this property
My father always wanted a trout pond. He cut wild Christmas trees on the property for many years and purchased the property for the family in 1958. In 1961 the family purchased the adjoining property which now has most of the Christmas tree fields. It turned out that Twin Ponds has a mix of fish that are not compatible with trout. The State of Vermont in the 1950s and 60s took possession of several ponds in the area that were 20 acres or more and killed all of the fish in those ponds. They stocked them with trout and created access for the public to fish. Twin ponds has the traditional mix of fish. The Chain Pickerel and Large Mouth Bass eat small trout if they enter the ponds by either of the two brooks. Occasionally a larger surviving trout is caught. However the mix of fish (Large Mouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, Perch and catfish) is desirable because at least one of the four main species are likely to bite sometime most days.
Brookfield was primarily a farming community and while it still has farms, now mostly it is residential country properties with significant acreage. Twin Pond Road is a class three town maintained gravel road on both ends but the middle portion is class four, minimally maintained by the town. The West end connecting the cottage is class three. Because of the portion in the middle, there is not as much through traffic which makes the road safer for hiking.
Brookfield was primarily a farming community and while it still has farms, now mostly it is residential country properties with significant acreage. Twin Pond Road is a class three town maintained gravel road on both ends but the middle portion is class four, minimally maintained by the town. The West end connecting the cottage is class three. Because of the portion in the middle, there is not as much through traffic which makes the road safer for hiking.
What makes this property unique
One of the most popular areas of the cottage is the screened-in porch. There is a glider and several chairs and a table so that your family can gather for meals, plug into power for extended laptop/tablet use, enjoy the view of the woods, lawns and ponds or just take a nap. The cottage is just high enough above the ponds to have a nice breeze but only a short walk from the beach and boats. The porch is also the home of Badminton, Croquet, big tubes, life vests, horseshoes and other outdoor fun items.
Recently we have added a Rainy Day Room in the walk out basement that has a Foosball table, card table and four chairs with an assortment of games to make up for the fact that is raining outside. You are encouraged to also bring your favorite games.
Recently we have added a Rainy Day Room in the walk out basement that has a Foosball table, card table and four chairs with an assortment of games to make up for the fact that is raining outside. You are encouraged to also bring your favorite games.
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