Vermont Treehouse compound: no cleaning fee. Spend a few days In the Trees

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A wooden birdhouse structure with a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by trees in a forest.
A wooden birdhouse with a spiral staircase, surrounded by trees in a forest.
A treehouse built on a platform of logs and branches, with a metal roof and wooden stairs leading up to it.
A rustic wooden cabin room with a bed, a round window, and a bench.
A rustic wooden bunk bed with a pillow and blanket.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Green Mountain National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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West Pawlet, VT
  • Place, Green Mountain National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bromley Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Stratton Mountain Resort
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Hermit-Thrush 2nd floor bedroom

3 Single Beds

Hermit-Thrush first floor bedroom

1 Double Bed

Morning-Dove 2nd floor bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Morning-Dove 3rd floor bedroom

1 Double Bed

Morning-Dove nest bedroom

1 Single Bed

3 half bathrooms

Hermit-Thrush toilet

Toilet

Morning-Dove toilet

Toilet

Outdoor shower

Shower only

Outhouse toilet near Pavilion

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

West Pawlet

West Pawlet is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Green Mountain National Forest and Lake Saint Catherine State Park, while Dorset Historical Society Museum and Dorset Playhouse are cultural highlights.
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Map
West Pawlet, VT

What's nearby

  • Green Mountain National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Golf Club at Equinox - 30 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Bromley Mountain Ski Resort - 39 min drive - 51.7 km
  • Stratton Mountain Resort - 54 min drive - 71.3 km
  • Magic Mountain Ski Resort - 55 min drive - 73.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitehall Station - 35 min drive
  • Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Scarlotta's Car Hop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vermont Treehouse compound: no cleaning fee. Spend a few days In the Trees pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vermont Treehouse compound: no cleaning fee. Spend a few days In the Trees?

As of 1 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vermont Treehouse compound: no cleaning fee. Spend a few days In the Trees on 25 October 2027 start from NZ$801, 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 Vermont Treehouse compound: no cleaning fee. Spend a few days In the Trees?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vermont Treehouse compound: no cleaning fee. Spend a few days In the Trees?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vermont Treehouse compound: no cleaning fee. Spend a few days In the Trees?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Vermont Treehouse compound: no cleaning fee. Spend a few days In the Trees located?

Situated in West Pawlet, this holiday home is steps from Green Mountain National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of R. K. Kittay Public Library and Burt Hill. Pine Hill and Merck Forest Farmland Center are also within 9 miles (15 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. 74 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Feels like home

This was our 3rd and longest stay, and was such a wonderful week of chilling out and moving slow! Rik has created such a wonderdul place to relax and explore. We can't wait to go back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Special place!

What a lovely property and experience- thank you for sharing it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is amazing. The treehouses are beautiful and really well taken care of. This camping so expect to be a part of nature but be able to take some down time in the beautiful living space with great windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical world

What a special place. Ive always wanted to stay in a treehouse and this did not disappoint. Quiet, clean, whimsical--- perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolitely magical place to get away from it all! Gorgeous private location, incredible craftsmanship treehouse compound, had everything we needed for a memorable stay! Would love to stay again in the future. Thank you, Rik, for creating and sharing such a beautiful place for people to come recharge their "batteries". Highly impressive, and 100% memorable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and Peaceful!

Wonderful property to rest and relax in nature. This was our second year staying at Rik's magical treehouse and we will continue to do so. Rik is a fantastic host and we feel blessed that he shares it with others.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical place to unwind

It was tough unplugging at first but after a bit, we really enjoyed resting in Rik’s magical treehouse!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!!!

Highly recommend. Ryk was wonderful and our stay was a magical lifetime experience. Fun and exciting!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loving life in the trees and fairyland

Always relaxing, unplugging and getting off the grid!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful treehouses in a peaceful setting

The host is very kind, and welcoming. The treehouses are incredible—the craftsmanship amazing. There is an outdoor shower, a well equipped outdoor kitchen, and a nice fire pit. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation with my five yr old son

I surprised my five year old son with a treehouse vacation and it was more than expected! Every day he told me it was the best vacation ever. I like to explore different places for vacations but Rik’s treehouse is definitely a must return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Great, unique experience. Rik is an excellent host. Wish the weather cooperates a lil better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular Treehouse!

My family and I had wonderful time at Rik's Treehouse! We were impressed with all the details and fun elements added to make this place a unique yet comfortable hideaway. We thoroughly enjoyed being in the woods, having campfires and playing games connecting as a family. We hope to return again next year! Thanks for having us:)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Treehouse magic!

So amazing! Two treehouses to double your fun. Such a creative and magical stay. We felt like kids sleeping in the treehouses. It was especially magical reading while laying in a hammock while the Fall colorful leaves fell around me.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Great Outdoors!

Awesome place for our family. The treehouses were unbelievable! The woodworking for both houses were beautiful. In the woods, with all comforts of home, electricity, mesh on the windows(no bugs)water, grill. Ric was very welcoming and explained the property. We decided we would definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Fun

Our family had a fun time staying in the trees, exploring the grounds, and doing a bit of hiking in the area. On our final morning we even got to enjoy a pair of foxes chasing each other through the woods and a pair of deer meandering and nibbling their way through the woods. Our youngest says if there was hot water in the shower he would stay forever.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2022
Ah hah, you figured out why I don't have hot water up there, haha.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical

My daughter and her friend loved their stay here in 2020 so much; she begged me to book the treehouse again for her birthday. We spent the weekend immersed in nature, artistry and adventure. I can see why my daughter and her friends find this place "magical." We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Favorite place!

This was my second stay at Rik's property and it was just as lovely this time! I wanted to share the magic with close friends so we convinced a few to come along with us and they were equally as smitten. We are already planning to come back again! No service on the cells, so no interruptions. One can truly get back to the earth and reconnect with loved ones.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

In the trees

The tree house was an awesome experience. It was amazing to hear the birds in the trees, much earlier than I expected though. The compound is truly a visit back to nature. We also had some chipmunk friends running around while we visited, which was adorable. We also enjoyed coffee by the fire in the early morning hours. I loved how there was minimal waste.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was such a peaceful and beautiful area. The treehouse was whimsical and enchanting. You have to be nimble to move around and stay in the treehouse. Our family of four had no problems. The kitchen had all we needed. The outhouse is the cleanest and nicest smelling outhouse I have ever encountered. I found it more comfortable than the toilet in the treehouse because it is enclosed and more spacious. We had a great time disconnecting from technology and enjoying each other’s company. The hosts Rik and Terry were knowledgeable and personable. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Far exceeded expectations in every way

This is truly a unique opportunity to escape the cookie cutter city life and learn what can be created by a craftsman with genuine pride in his work and respect for his environment. Each bit of this property is meticulously cared for and blends together nature, functionality, and creativity. The pictures here and anything I could write would not do this place justice. Sincerely one of the best weekends I have had with friends in years. Thank you Rik!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Bliss amongst the trees - perfect for family bonding!

As a long time tent camper, I’m accustomed to “roughing it” in beautiful forested sites. However, I was blown away by what Rick has created in this special place! The two treehouses are quirky and perfect with no detail unconsidered. Both were comfortable and amazingly spacious, and kept us dry in a serious downpour. The nearby kitchen pavilion has everything any type of cook/chef will need to feed the group and the hammocks and large fire pit offer additional sites for individual or group relaxation. The outdoor shower was perfect to cool off after a long day of hiking and the cold water provided a nice morning spark. Our family of four (including two college aged kids) enjoyed two great nights in this most unique setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nothing short of magical

Rik as a host is very lovely. He gave me a great orientation to the property and left us alone unless we needed something. The treehouses were so amazing. What a vision and what fun it was to bring my kids imagination come to life. I was initially concerned about what to do for 5 days there but he was very resourceful and gave us many ideas. 5 days flew bye so fast. We went to lake george, lake st. Catherine and oh jumped off the quarry in Dorset 3 days in a row. Manchester was fun too. The only hope i have for Rik is please cut the shrubs in more because the road leading in was narrow and it scraped up my car a bit. The kids loved it and hope to go back.. thank you for all that you are and for your imagination. It was fun! Bring a cooler for all your dry foods is my only recommendation. totowasalso
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of a kind stay with a very kind host. I loved the treehouses . It definitely feels like a stay up high with the birds and squirrels. We celebrated our son's 15th birthday with a Ben and Jerry's ice cream cake at the pavilion here, and a campfire. Spouse slowly warmed up to the magic of the woods. Open air cold water shower and the unique bathrooms with wood shavings add to the charm. The swinging bridge is a highlight. A walk to the pond and getting lost in the labyrinth of flowers are must dos. Reading the books and playing board games (musty smell) good for a rainy day!291 VT-153 led us to the cabin before. The helpful couple there pointed us further up. Yes, the directions are clear to the road less traveled and I goofed up. Rik met us soon, hearing us drive up. I had been texting his old number, keeping him wait for an hour or so. He explained the treehouses, cooking, etc. He went over a map of nearby attractions and we enjoyed 2 - Dorset marble quarry and the Merck forest. Bennington monument - no elevator, Mount Equinox skyline drive - fog no views - bummers.The first night it rained a lot and there was water by the tree in the Hermit Thrush and in the nest cabin (don't miss). Our family wants 3 things - hot water shower, normal bathrooms and internet. Well then it becomes any other stay and lose its charm. Both parents failed to read the property description. Thankfully T Mobile had on and off service. I did take a work call, with patchy speed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girl Scout reunion

My friends and I had an amazing time at this property for a weekend reunion! Rik was a great host, communication was great. The sleeping arrangements were very cozy and the outdoor kitchen space is well kept. We enjoyed a walk along the nearby rail trail and just sitting by the campfire late at night under the stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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