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Moose Meadow Lodge & Treehouse - Adirondack style log cabin on 86 private acres

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Moose Meadow Lodge & Treehouse
Entry Driveway.
Front view.
Moose Meadow Lodge in Winter.
Sledding down the driveway.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Waterbury, VT
    Ben and Jerry's Factory
    10 min drive
    Little River State Park
    11 min drive
    Camel's Hump State Park
    11 min drive
    Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State)
    25 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Creel bedroom

1 King Bed

Duck bedroom

1 King Bed

Mountain View bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Sled bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Additional Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Creel Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Duck Room

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

Mountain View Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Sled Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Moose Meadow Lodge & Treehouse - Adirondack style log cabin on 86 private acres

Nestled on 86 secluded acres in the Green Mountains, the Adirondack style Moose Meadow Lodge in Waterbury, Vermont invites you to enjoy a truly unique experience.

Make yourselves at home and enjoy the peace and serenity of our secluded property. With 4 luxury guest rooms, the property includes, hiking trails, a trout pond, and the Sky Loft - a glass-enclosed gazebo at the highest point of the property with panoramic views.

Whether you love skiing, hiking, snowmobiling, biking, hunting, fishing, antiquing, fine dining, the arts, or simply getting some rest, the Moose Meadow Lodge is a perfect location to do everything or nothing at all.

A Vermont log cabin like no other, the Moose Meadow Lodge is close to Vermont's most popular attractions, including Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream factory, and the ski resorts of Stowe, Sugarbush, Bolton, and Mad River Glen. The friendly village of Waterbury, where you'll find everything you need, is only three miles away.

This Is Not Your Ordinary Log Cabin: Here's a rare chance to experience luxury log home living. Each guest room is decorated with a unique theme and many handcrafted details. All rooms feature a private bath, distinctive log walls, comfortable beddings, and great views. The professionally designed, nature-inspired kitchen is fully equipped with high-end appliances, equipment and tools for your culinary creativity. The handmade custom dining table has seating for 10 with an additional 2 stools at the kitchen island.

With 4000 square feet of living space and 86 private acres with a private stocked trout pond, you'll never feel crowded at the Moose Meadow Lodge.

Note: The property includes a magical 2-story Treehouse that is available seasonally from late May to late October. It is NOT included in this listing. However, you may contact us for availability and rates.

Are You Ready For Fresh Air, Peace And Quiet?: You're sure to find it at the Moose Meadow Lodge. Entering onto its long driveway surrounded by maple, spruce, and birch trees, you know you've arrived somewhere special. Enjoy a vigorous hike through our 86 acres and head up to the Sky Loft, a glass-enclosed gazebo on the highest point of the property with panoramic mountain views. Or, enjoy a lazy afternoon by the stream-fed trout pond.

Rustic Furnishings And Contemporary Comforts: Decorated with deer antler lamps, fly fishing rods, Amish twig rocking chairs and other Adirondack elements; the living room is as casual as it is comfortable. The Great Room is where guests sit around the fireplace while enjoying the mountain views with our collection of wildlife trophies, including our signature 19-point moose, wild turkey, pheasant, deer, black bear, fox, caribou, bob cat, mountain lion and perhaps the only African water buffalo in Vermont.

Unlike many vacation rentals, our home is licensed for lodging by the State of Vermont and meets all health and safety regulations as a Bed & Breakfast. A Vermont Department of Health Inspector performs an inspection each year. Our water is also tested annually.

PLEASE NOTE: We, the owners, live in the main lodge. We will give you a tour of the property upon check-in and can provide concierge services. We allow you lots of space to make you feel at home and comfortable to do as you please. We are available when needed.

COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS:
Masks are optional in public spaces.  If you're feeling any COVID-19 symptoms, stay home. You will not be allowed to enter.  We appreciate your help in mitigating the pandemic and look forward to welcoming you.

Property manager

Greg Trulson or Willie Docto

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waterbury

Located in Waterbury, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Camel's Hump State Park and Little River State Park, while Ziemke Glass Blowing Studio and Main Street Studio are cultural highlights. The Cabot Annex Store and Ceres are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
Map
Waterbury, VT

What's nearby

  • Ben and Jerry's Factory - 10 min drive
  • Camel's Hump State Park - 11 min drive
  • Bolton Valley Ski Area - 23 min drive
  • Sugarbush Ski Resort - 29 min drive
  • Stowe Mountain Resort - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Waterbury Station - 7 min drive
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crossroads Beverage Center - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cold Hollow Cider Mill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Apple Core Gift Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Prohibition Pig Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red Hen Baking - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Moose Meadow Lodge & Treehouse - Adirondack style log cabin on 86 private acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Moose Meadow Lodge & Treehouse - Adirondack style log cabin on 86 private acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moose Meadow Lodge & Treehouse - Adirondack style log cabin on 86 private acres?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Moose Meadow Lodge & Treehouse - Adirondack style log cabin on 86 private acres located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Camel's Hump State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ben and Jerry's Factory and Little River State Park. The Cabot Annex Store and Ziemke Glass Blowing Studio are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded Log Luxury
Moose Meadow Lodge is a unique experience you will not forget. We rented the entire B&B and then realized the owners would be staying on site, in the house. We were a little skeptical about this, but it totally added to the experience, as Willie and Greg were great hosts and very entertaining. They were also mindful of our space and gave us the run of the place most of the time. They have their own section of the house and you rarely know if they are home or not, but if you need something or have a question they are only a text away and very responsive. The home itself is also very unique and beautiful, with it's 100+ mounted taxidermy and especially the artistry put into every detail. It's very convenient that there is a spa-like bathroom in every room and custom sinks, cabinets, countertops, etc. If you are there for skiing it is about 20-30 minutes to the mountain and only 10 minutes to the town of Waterbury, which has lots of cute shops and restaurants, as well as the Ben & Jerry's factory. No complaints and the whole party said they would consider going back again. Thanks guys.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommended
Home is meticulous. Outstanding amenities. Hosts are warm and welcoming. Would stay again and recommend to friends/family. Easy ride to Stowe Mt.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
We had an amazing time at the Moose Meadow Lodge. It is truly a one of a kind property, and Greg and Willie were fantastic hosts. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas getaway
Greg and Willie are great people! Their Lodge is a piece of art. It is warm and welcoming! It has nice comfortable rooms with shower, closet, seating area and a small balcony. Plenty of space to move around. Beautiful views of nature! Greg treated us like family! Will definitely recommend this place. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Somewhere to breathe
The serenity and beauty of this property will give you that space for peace. We literally did nothing and had a great time. The hosts are charming and kind. We will return.

10/10 Excellent

Sol T., Boston

Gorgeous!
The amount of love and care that Willie and Greg have put into the Moose Meadow Lodge is evident in every square inch of their home. They welcomed us with open arms and were there to answer any questions and help us get settled. Our stay at the MML was incredible. We skied both days so coming home to a hot tub and steam shower aided our recovery. In addition, the breakfast they made us, was DELICIOUS. We will definitely be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenn C.

We traveled to moose meadow lodge for a ski weekend with friends and had the best time!
Greg and Willie were welcoming and kind from the day they accepted our request to rent! They truly made the experience special, and a ski vacation with friends we will never forget. Both Willie and Greg answered any and all questions we had promtly, and they were very accommodating. I do have to note, that I was a little nervous to have both Greg and Willie on site while we were there since I have never rented a place with owners on site before; but I have to say that it was not a problem at all! They welcomed us with huge hugs and gave us a grand tour of the house which came in very handy. They made us feel at home and told us that they are not bothered by noise and to make as much noise as we wanted; with 11 adults, and two loud talkers, I felt very at ease after Greg mentioned this. I do have to say to read the descriptions of the rooms carefully. The futon in the mountain room only really sleeps 1 comfortably so in total the house sleeps 8 adults in beds comfortably and 1 adult on a futon comfortably so 9 adults total. They do have cots they can make up, and you can bring air mattresses but just a heads up in case you don't want to give up a bed. Their office is above the living room and they would pop through the house every so often but it was not a problem at all, and they were very respectful of letting us enjoy our time. It was great to have them there to answer any questions or advice on where to go in town. The property is very beautiful and is perfect for a secluded and relaxing vacation. There are snow shoes you can borrow (7 to be exact) and several of us used them to climb to the sky tower on the top of the property. This was a very enjoyable experience and it was nice to have this included in our stay. The treehouse is closed during the winter but a perfect getaway when open. We would definitely recommend moose meadow lodge to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation away. Willie and Greg are professionals and truly a pleasure to be around! Your time at moose meadow will always be remembered and they even have merchandise to buy so that you will never forget your special trip away. We bought some mugs and syrup that was extracted from the trees on the property! This was a vacation to remember and we hope to come back one day soon! Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Weekend with friends
We rented out the entire house at Moose Meadow Lodge to share a standard fun + relaxing ski weekend with friends. But Greg, Willie, and their beautiful home made it so much more than that. When we first arrived, we expected the usual hands-off home rental instructions, "Find the keys under the mat," with no one around to contact in case of a question or emergency. Instead, we were pleasantly surprised when Greg and Willie greeted us with open arms and full bear hugs. They proceeded to give us a full tour of the property so we didn't have to spend an hour figuring out where stuff was or how it worked. It was fascinating to get a full download of the house, especially with its one-of-a-kind design. Most of the sinks were either carved made from gorgeous stone found on the property or petrified wood. Double occupancy steam showers grace 3 of the rooms. One bathroom was hand painted to look like it has 3 walls of glass looking out onto the snow-covered woods, complete with 22 animals dispersed amongst the trees. The house felt like a museum, covering the history of the area and peppered with many taxidermied animals (which were consumed in full when killed, so its sustainable hunting). Greg and Willie encouraged us to make ourselves truly at home and had tips and advice on any and every question we asked about the area. Ski tickets? Sure. Taxi service? Yup. Brewery tour? Greg could take you. It was nice to know they were well-informed residents and proactively willing to go the extra mile to make sure our stay was extra special. Greg even popped in to socialize throughout the weekend, which may seem odd if you're reading this, but he added a lot of fun to our activities and was a great storyteller. At one point, he had the entire 12 person group obsessing over funky puzzles -- like making a T out of 4 oddly shaped wooden pieces. He even convinced the group that one member was a telepath with a hilarious card trick he had up his sleeve. It was nice to spend a weekend actually spending time doing an activity together instead of just playing drinking games or staring at our phones or a tv screen. Comfort-wise, the beds were amazing and the rooms very cozy. Stowe Mountain was 40 mins away so MML is a pretty good option for skiers, especially for the comfort level you're getting compared to some of the Stowe inns. Clearly, Greg and Willie have so much love between the two of them that they can't help but share it with any and all guests of Moose Meadow.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

About the host

Hosted by Greg Trulson or Willie Docto

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Willie Docto (left) and Greg Trulson are committed to providing a comfortable, fun, and make-yourself-at-home atmosphere at the Lodge. Incidentally, the two met in 1992 at a log home in West Virginia and have stayed at many log lodges ever since. In 1996, these former Washingtonians moved to Vermont to pursue their dream of owning a Lodge. They bought a single-family home on 86 acres, and after a couple of years of research, planning, fishing, hunting and renovating, they opened the Lodge in October of 1998.

In addition, Willie owns the only association management company in Vermont and produces festivals, concerts and events. He is also a freelance classical violinist, performing in orchestras in Vermont and Washington, DC. Greg is a former computer systems architect and trainer. He is an accomplished woodworker who created many of the furnishings and rustic decorations in the Lodge. His twig furniture and other works are made with wood from the property. His creations have been commissioned by people from as far as Maryland and Puerto Rico.

Both are very involved with the community. Willie was appointed by Gov. Peter Shumlin and re-appointed by Gov. Phil Scott to serve on the Vermont Travel & Recreation Council. Willie is founder of the Vermont Gay Tourism Association and the Eleva Chamber Players. He is also a member of the Board of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce. Greg is Treasurer of the Eleva Chamber Players and is an elected Justice of the Peace and for many years served on the Duxbury Cemetery Commission. Greg officiates weddings at the Moose Meadow and throughout the state.

We, the owners, live in the main lodge. We will give you a tour of the property upon check-in and can provide concierge services. We allow you lots of space to make you feel at home and comfortable to do as you please. We are available when needed.

Why they chose this property

Our 86-acre property provides mountain views, trails through the woods, a trout pond and other features not found anywhere else. We are conveniently located 3 miles from Waterbury village and within 20 minutes of 4 ski resorts and other tourist attractions. We'll provide you personalized service and let you enjoy the property as you wish.

What makes this property unique

Our goal for all guests staying at the Moose Meadow Lodge is to provide the best customer service, so that during your stay you'll see something, do something or experience something on the property or in the area that you never thought you would prior to coming. When the time comes to leave our goal is that you take with you a memory that will last a lifetime.

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