Beautiful and Charming 4 Bedroom Lake or Ski House on Fern Lake, Green Mtns.

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6232.3 sq m

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Gym
Dryer
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Parking available
Hot tub
Fireplace

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Leicester, VT

Lake Dunmore
‪15 min walk‬
Branbury State Park
‪4 min drive‬
Middlebury College
‪27 min drive‬
Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #3

1 Double Bed

Master bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom #2

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

A beautiful, private, charming, and artsy lake house that comes with all lake-loving necessities! Also close to Killington, Sugarbush, Okimo, and the Snow Bowl for winter fun. A cape-style house with sun porch, library with smart TV, WiFi, fully-stocked kitchen, deck, fire pit, dock with grill and kayaks... Perfect for a weekend get-a-way or a long term rental. You will feel the charm the moment you arrive.

The three bedrooms are located upstairs with a full bath. There is a queen sized bed, full sized bed, and a cute children's room with 3 twin beds. Queen and twins are brand new and extremely comfortable mattresses. Downstairs you will find the library, fully-stocked kitchen, game hallway, sun porch and large family room with a half bathroom. At the rear of the house, the fantastic sun porch has a great view that leads out to the deck and fire pit (please keep them small!). A natural path leads down to the lake, where we enjoy 250' of lakefront shoreline, an awesome dock with a grill, 2 kayaks, inner tubes, and a hammock.

We are centrally located between Middlebury and Brandon, making everything possible and easily accessible including 2 grocery stores, nice restaurants, pharmacies, locals pubs, general stores, farmers markets, local shopping in charming Middlebury, wineries, breweries, a movie theatre, a golf course, amazing hikes and waterfalls in the national forest 1 mile away, and so much more.

The lakehouse is technically a 5 bedroom home, with 3 currently are being offered to guests, though you would have the home to yourself, of course. We can discuss using additional rooms if you have more guests. The house also has a garage, but it is recommended that guests park in the large circular driveway.

This is a very special home to myself and my family and is not for large parties, events, or spring break-type holidays. It is perfect for families (children are fine!) and couples looking to experience Vermont at its finest in a relaxing and serene location. The home stays cool in the summer but we do not have central AC. We do provide many fans for your convenience. Thanks for treating this special place as you would your own! We hope to meet you soon and share this magical place with you.

Property manager

Kate Middleton (not the Duchess...) :)

Languages

English, French

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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

Strict No Smoking Policy

If you use the fire pit, PLEASE keep it small. If there are notes placed in various places please respect them. Please leave locked rooms locked.

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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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brandon

Located in Brandon, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Green Mountain National Forest and Moosalamoo National Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bulwagga Books & Gallery and Danforth Pewter. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Leicester, VT

What's nearby

Lake Dunmore - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Branbury State Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
Neshobe Golf Club - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
Middlebury College - 27 min drive - 25.4 km
Fort Ticonderoga - 50 min drive - 35.1 km

Getting around

Castleton Station - 43 min drive
Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Red Clover Ale - ‬11 min drive
‪Li's Chinese Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Foley's Taco and Bean - ‬11 min drive
‪Cafe Provence - ‬11 min drive
‪Paddlers Pub - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful and Charming 4 Bedroom Lake or Ski House on Fern Lake, Green Mtns. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful and Charming 4 Bedroom Lake or Ski House on Fern Lake, Green Mtns.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful and Charming 4 Bedroom Lake or Ski House on Fern Lake, Green Mtns.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful and Charming 4 Bedroom Lake or Ski House on Fern Lake, Green Mtns. located?

This family-friendly Brandon holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Green Mountain National Forest and Moosalamoo National Recreation Area. Lake Dunmore and Branbury State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

26 July 2023

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

Great stay

Great home, great host. Would visit again

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcy S.

24 July 2023

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

Perfect family stay

House was great for our family. Lots of space and location on Fern Lake was very nice. We would stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald p.

4 July 2023

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

Vermont Stay

The communication throughout our stay was outstanding. The house was great and a “true” Vermont house. We had a wonderful stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

26 Aug 2019

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

Lovely house, beautiful location

A large, lovely house in a beautiful location on a peaceful lake. We had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

26 July 2022

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

Great weekend away

Very peaceful setting on the lake. Kate was very responsive and helpful. Had a great weekend getaway with family.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Ann K.

16 July 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Inadequate and Overpriced

Inadequate Refrigerator was suitable for 2 people, not 6 and was 1/2 filled with owner’s food (open butter, cheese etc). Windows were dirty (sills and panes), only half of them could be opened, it was suffocatingly hot with limited air movement by small, dirty, inadequate fans (Had to borrow fans from friends to be able to breathe); listing said 1 1/2 baths on ground floor - there was only a 1/2 bath. Tub on second floor had you standing in 3 inches of water for your shower….we addressed this with liquid plumber that helped a bit. Deck was peeling or devoid of paint. No room in food pantry for our own food (due to food stocked by owner) so ants got into our food stored on counter near sink. When we removed food to dining room sideboard the ants moved to the upstairs bathroom. Grill was located near dock so food had to be carried down to water’s edge, cooked, and then carried back up to house to eat. NO SMOKE DETECTORS OR CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS! I Have taken my family on numerous vacations over the past 45+ years and never have I paid so much for such poor furnishings and accommodations. My only thought is that the owners stay here in winter and did not consider the comfort of visitors in the summer months. The cost to me of over $8300 for 2 weeks was ridiculous! I will say my grandchildren enjoyed the kayaks, fishing from the dock, and hiking down to the water’s edge. The owner did respond quickly to remove a hornets nest that threatened the family’s path to the dock.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Courtney S.

10 Sept 2022

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

Fern Lake is truly a special spot

There aren't many rentals on Fern Lake so we were super happy to find Kate's listing. It is such a peaceful spot and feels removed from the rest of the world. Great swimming, beautiful trees, sunsets, and loons. Loved eating outdoors on the deck. Loved the walk down to the water and the quiet neighbors. Swimming area could be improved only by a set of steps into the water from the dock. Kate's house is very spacious and low-key comfortable. Be advised that this house is filled to the brim with family things. That may have been the only drawback---finding space for our groceries in the kitchen as every cupboard was jam packed. Thanks to Kate for offering a special spot!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Paul S.

19 June 2022

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

Nice and quiet

This is a nice property, right on the lake. You really can’t see the neighbors, and the woods are thick enough to make you feel alone. The house is large, and there is a great screened in porch and deck on the back. We spent a lot of time on the porch, breezes were great. No AC, but it was cool enough at night that it didn’t matter. Fans are provided. Communication with host was great, Kate checked in with us multiple times, and answered any questions while on-site quickly. Only caution is about the path to the water. It’s pretty steep at some spots, and is switch back style. My wife and I both managed to fall, as the leaves and whatnot that fall on the path make some parts slippery. Just take your time, although you won’t want to when you see the view from the dock. Sitting there with your feet in the water is a pleasant thing to do!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

JENNY T.

4 Jan 2022

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

Love it!

Very clean, kitchen is well-equipped, any weekend bakers/cook will be happy. Bedrooms on the small side, if you're OK squeezing, all good. Very clean and comfy. Water pressure for shower - bring a tub and scooper instead Piano is divine (if you know how to play) Lots of good board games, you won't be bored Kate is super!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy O.

5 June 2021

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

Beautiful location

Gorgeous setting and amazing wood structure. Great spot to relax, hike, kayak, and enjoy the Middle Kingdom of Vermont.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

MARY CLARE C.

17 Aug 2020

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

Fantastic property on a beautiful lake

Our family loved our stay here! The house is gorgeous and has everything one would need for a vacation. Games, musical instruments and even a Nintendo that brought us back to our youth! The lake is amazing and perfect for kids because there are no fast boats on it, mostly just kayakers. The swimming is good and there are small boats to use. The path down to the lake is very nicely maintained and the lake views from the deck and inside the house are beautiful. The property is spacious with some nice lawns and a good fire pit we used to roast s'mores. Central location in the state and lots of nice hikes nearby. Kate was extremely helpful and always available by text. We'd love to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

William C.

8 Aug 2020

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

Peaceful Escape on Fern Lake

We had a lovely week at this house on Fern Lake. The lake is quiet and beautiful. The house is very comfortable and interestingly decorated with lots of character. We enjoyed eating on the deck, or if the bugs were out using the screened-in porch. We also enjoyed the games and jigsaw puzzles. There are kayaks and it’s very relaxing to kayak around the lake. The dock came with some other water tubes that were fun to float in. It was hot the week we were there but the fans helped a lot.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

8 Aug 2020

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

Little slice of heaven

This house is more charming even than the photos show. It has everything you need- very well stocked kitchen with even a standing mixer and blender. The dock has rafts and tubes to float on and two kayaks. There is a fire pit and a deck and lots of sitting areas to read and rest, tons of games and puzzles. It does get a bit warm for sleeping but fans help. The lake has lot of fish that are easy to catch. Relaxing and fun place for families.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Benjamin P.

28 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Lake house!

We loved staying here. The location is perfect right on the lake with kayaks and Nature, so peaceful. There is no AC in this house so being able to swim In the lake was great! The house has a lot of character and is completely accommodating. The owner Kate was very responsive and we would go again! Great getaway! Perfect location!

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynn O.

6 July 2020

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

Summer idyll

Beautiful, lakeside, and private! Outside and inside spaces are well equipped, spacious and comfortable for a crowd and a beautiful lake view is a bonus.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

3 Mar 2020

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

Lovely family home

We were very comfortable here and the home was charming with a lot of character. If you're an artist or at all musical you will feel extra content - there are guitars and a piano the house seems to encourage creativity. Lots of fun board games as well. It was the heart of winter when we stayed there but the lake looks lovely for the summertime. I saw people shoveling snow and skating if you're up for that, bring skates! Kate was in touch throughout and a kind, welcoming hostess. It's a house that the family uses when it's not rented, so as long as you're ok with that it's a really nice place to be and great for a family.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

28 Aug 2019

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

Wonderful, peaceful lake home

My family had a wonderful time!! The owners maintain the home beautifully with many unique touches. Start your day admiring the lake from the sun porch or back deck. It's a short decline to reach the lake, but absolutely worth it. The dock and crystal clear water make for ideal swimming and diving. Only kayakers and canoers play on the lake which makes the lake extra quiet and relaxing. We went out on the kayaks several times, but mostly enjoyed swimming. We enjoyed the short hike to the Falls of Lana and Silver Lake- both are few minutes away from the home. And of course a trip to the Ben & Jerry factory made the trip extra sweet. I absolutely recommend a stay at this lake home.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Michael G.

12 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fern Lakr

Enjoyed our stay here House was nice fully equipped with everything Lake was crystal clear great for swimming Has some problems with mill foil along edges there is a couple of kayaks and tubes we used only found 1lifejacket Pretty good hill down to lake House is located near some good hiking / mountain biking trails Plenty of breweries and such nearby Nice country store with everything Only complaint is the queen bed was sagging in the middle

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Kate Middleton (not the Duchess...) :)

Hello everyone! We are artists and travelers that live in between VT and NY. Our home is so very special to us and we look forward to sharing it with you. Most visitors return because it is such a magical place, winter or summer. Looking forward to meeting you soon!

Why they chose this property

When we were looking for a family home we had a few different ideas on what it should be. We agreed on water, interesting acreage with character, and a home that felt both like VT (warm and inviting), but also fresh and clean and modern. We found our perfect home in the lakehouse.

What makes this property unique

Lots of space, very cool landscaping with huge boulders, a fire pit, gorgeous views, all the games and puzzles you could ever play and a serene location that allows for as much or as little activity as you would like. You wont want to leave!

Languages:

English, French

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #3

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Twin Bedroom #2

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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