Summer Adventures Await -- Book now for the Horse Show & Explore Manchester

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Start a fire, sit down and relax. A perfect room to play games all together!

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Location
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Exceptional

7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 20390 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Gym

Washer

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Explore the area

Winhall, VT

Bromley Mountain Ski Resort7 min drive
Golf Club at Equinox8 min drive
Stratton Mountain Resort22 min drive
Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

2nd Floor Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

2nd Floor Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds

3rd Floor Master Suite 1

1 King Bed

3rd Floor Master Suite 2

1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Half Bathroom

Toilet

3rd Floor Master 1 en suite

Toilet · Shower only

3rd Floor Master 2 en suite

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Second Floor Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Floor Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Skylight Ski Lodge is the perfect destination for winter and summer sports! Situated just off VT-Route 30 outside Manchester, VT , your stay will be within 35 minutes of multiple ski mountains including Stratton, Bromley, and Okemo just to name a few. If you want to head a little further north, Killington is only a short hour away! If you love to snowmobile in the winter, the Lodge is on the VAST trail system and surrounded by the Green Mountains. When you are ready to head in for the day, 2 great rooms with large stone fireplaces and a gourmet kitchen will be ready for you to relax and refuel! Once the pond freezes over, gather friends and family to go ice skating or play a friendly game of ice hockey! Skylight Ski Lodge is perfect for getting the whole gang together! We look forward to welcoming you to our home. Your Vermont memories are waiting…

Disclosure: Ring cameras are installed (1 at the front door, 1 at the side door, 1 at the back door) for security and safety purposes of the property. The side and back door have a motion sensor light that can be disabled upon request.

Property manager

Rich & Erin DeRafelo; Marc & Bridget Hodakowski

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Spectacular Battenkill Valley Mansion - family reunions & DIY weddings are our specialty

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

May require an additional fee, please inquire

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

Note from host: May require an additional fee, please inquire

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

About the area

Bondville

Located in Bondville, this chalet is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Stratton Mountain Resort and Lye Brook Falls Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Equinox Preservation Trust and Emerald Lake State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Vermont Summer Festival and Sugar Shack. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Winhall, VT

What's nearby

Battenkill River - 3 min drive
Bromley Mountain Ski Resort - 7 min drive
American Museum of Fly Fishing - 8 min drive
Golf Club at Equinox - 8 min drive
Stratton Mountain Resort - 22 min drive

Getting around

Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪Gringo Jack's - ‬6 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
‪Zoey's Double Hex - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Summer Adventures Await -- Book now for the Horse Show & Explore Manchester pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Summer Adventures Await -- Book now for the Horse Show & Explore Manchester?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Adventures Await -- Book now for the Horse Show & Explore Manchester?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Adventures Await -- Book now for the Horse Show & Explore Manchester located?

This family-friendly Bondville chalet is located on the waterfront, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Battenkill River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Manchester Designer Outlets and Lye Brook Falls. Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park and Lye Brook Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

John G.

4 Mar 2024

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

Early March 2024

My family and I had a great stay at the Skylight Lodge. It is very different from other rentals, being a former inn. There is plenty of space for a big group and the two master suites are great. The fireplace in the main room is like something out of game of thrones, and was the highlight of the trip for the adults. The kids spent most of the time playing games in the second living room on the first floor. The house is also very conveniently located near Manchester. We would definitely come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

3 Mar 2024

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

Comfy family ski lodge

Loved our stay at the lodge. Perfect for five families with children of varying ages. Roomy, clean, amenities galore. We enjoyed the spacious kitchen and great room with fireplace. Hosts were super-communicative.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

27 Feb 2024

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

The perfect ski trip getaway

My group of friends has been taking an annual ski trip in Vermont for over a decade now. We're tried a few different properties and the Skylight Ski Lodge instantly vaulted to the top of our list. The location is incredibly convenient, the layout is perfect, and the vibes are charming. The hosts advertise things exactly as they are and communicate clearly!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack S.

30 Dec 2023

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

Lovely stay

All around great stay. Had some slight heat issues day 1 that were fixed imemdiately!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia M K.

17 Sept 2023

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

Beautiful Home!

The house and surrounding area was beautiful, clean and well-maintained. They provided toiletries and other nice extras. The kitchen was spacious and there were so many places for a large family to gather both inside and outside. The owners were helpful and responsive. If we come to this area again, we will definitely stay at this house. Was a perfect weekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

29 Aug 2023

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

Perfection on the mountains!

House was a perfect size and location to horse show at VSF! We will definitely be return customers!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hee Cho C.

20 Mar 2023

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

Great stay

This house was a terrific place for our family and friends to stay during our annual ski week in VT. The location to the slopes was great--so close to Bromley and Stratton! Easy access to the main roads. The house was fully stocked and clean. There was plenty of room for multiple families to share. Communication with the owner was always prompt and helpful. We can't wait to return!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hadley P.

6 Mar 2023

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

Love Skylight!!

This is our fourth time at Skylight with a group of families we ho on an annual ski trip. We love the house and it’s proximity to Bromley. The hangout areas are awesome and the bedrooms are well thought out with different combinations of beds—bunks, fulls, queens, kings—to accommodate everyone. The property owner was really attentive and replied immediately. We look forward to returning to Skylight.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

3 Jan 2023

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

Great Stay With Family and Friends.

This was our second visit to skylight lodge. We had plenty of room and especially liked the communal space and fireplaces in both living rooms. We would absolutely love to return again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carisa K.

29 Dec 2022

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

Perfect in every way!

My family and I stayed at the Skylight Ski Lodge for Christmas 2022 in hopes to escape the craziness of the season and enjoy our children and each others company. We will now have memories to last a lifetime. Throughout the booking process, I was in touch with Erin who quickly responded to any questions or concerns I had, which was so very appreciated. When we arrived at the Lodge, I was taken back by its beauty, as the pictures do not do the actual feel of this home any justice. It was perfect in every way and most importantly, in my opinion when booking a home, it was immaculate!!! There were 8 adults and 7 children (including a 9 month old baby) and there were more than enough bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate us. Beautifully decorated with no detail overlooked, and beds that were more comfortable than my own. Each room had a lot of closet space which was wonderful as we lugged our Christmas gifts from Santa and needed a place to store them until the big day. We had 2 young teenagers who claimed the loft where there were 2 twin beds and gave them space to hangout and make memories. It was adorable. The bathrooms were gorgeous- each with towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash. My bathroom had a steam shower which we loved after a day out in the snow and dry air. There were razors and toothbrushes in a basket in case these items were forgotten as they often are. There was a pack and play and monitor for the baby which really came in handy. My personal favorite part of this home was the kitchen where there was a huge Viking stove. We came with food to cook for Christmas Eve and Day and we were surprised to find spices we had forgotten. A well-laid out space with a pantry off to its side with shelves and an extra refrigerator. We cooked and ate and laughed until we cried. We gathered in a large family room after dinner where we played games and laughed some more by the fireplace. There was also a living room with a television where the kids often drifted off and gave us adult time alone. The last night there, we were lucky to find that the pond in the yard was frozen. The kids skated with a beautiful pink sunset sky behind them. Truly picture perfect. The location is wonderful, close to Manchester Center where we shopped and had lunch a few days. It was so close to Stratton Mountain where we took the kids tubing. I am certain you will be more than happy with your stay here. Thank you, Erin and Rich, for sharing your home with us.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

2 Nov 2022

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

Great very cool place

This place is great. The property is beautiful and the ownership was amazing to work with. I look forward to coming back again in the future.

Stayed 55 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan C.

10 Aug 2022

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

Great house for family weekend!

This house is amazing! It’s clean, has great spaces and really well outfitted with everything you could need. We had a birthday dinner for my husband and yard and house were the perfect setting. Communication with the host was fantastic and she replied immediately to any question. We definitely plan to go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

8 Aug 2022

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

Family fun at Skylight Lodge

Our family with adult children had a fantastic week at Skylight Lodge. The house had plenty of space for us to spread out and enjoy…places to sit and read, do puzzles, play board games, and watch movies. Plenty of outdoor space for yard games too. My husband and I love visiting Manchester and the location was perfect to introduce our kids to the area. Great communication, easy check in. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

jenny g.

18 July 2022

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Skylight for the second time!

Had a super stay at Skylight for the second time. We stayed two weeks and it was perfect for our group of riders showing at the Vermont Festival. Many thanks to the owners for sharing their lovely home

Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

gary m., Auburndale MA

13 June 2022

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Excellent house, excellent communication!

We enjoyed this house very much. Great layout on the main floor (kitchen, TV room, fireplace room); all bedrooms are on the second and third floor. The kitchen had all that we could ask for as we prepared dinner at the house two of our nights. We also used the grill, deck, and backyard. The owners were great and check-in was simple. We strongly recommend this home.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

June M.

23 Mar 2022

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

The house was great!! It was a very relaxing place to stay and close to shopping.

We had such a great time in this house. It was very clean and had everything we needed to feel at home. The home was clean including the beds/linens/towels. Would absolutely rent this home again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M., Shelton, CT

2 Mar 2022

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Great for groups

Beautiful lodge! Great gathering spaces and kitchen. The fireplace is magnificent and the kids really enjoyed the ice skating on the pond. Plenty of room for our group of 10 adults and 6 children. Would definitely recommend. Liz was very accommodating.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A., Rockville Centre, NY

26 Feb 2022

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Wonderful experience at the lodge

Skylight Lodge was perfect for our group of 14. With two living rooms, the kids and adults each had their own space to relax in and enjoy. The kitchen was well stocked, house was clean and many amenities provided. Location is excellent - quick drive to Manchester, Bromley and Stratton. Liz was very responsive and helpful before and during our stay. Would highly recommend! Thanks for a great stay, Liz!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carman C.

20 Feb 2022

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

Amazing Stay - Amazing and Spacious House!

Liz was an amazing host - very responsive and helpful! The house was incredible, the photos do not do it justice! I would highly recommend this house and will be booking it for future group gatherings in the area!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

denny t.

2 Feb 2022

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Amazing. Epic lodge !

We all absolutely loved the skylight lodge. What a great place. SUPER cozy, tons of space. Liz ( the owner ) is amazing. Really helpful with anything you may need. The property was fantastic Lots of space to play in the yard and park your cars. . Extremely close to Bromley Mountain which was awesome. Actually pretty close to just about anything you may need. Just an all around wonderful experience. The only bad part about the lodge, is that we had to leave. Cannot wait to come back again next year. Cheers till then !

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bridget P., Boston

30 Jan 2022

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Spacious & stunning lodge

The pictures do not do this lodge justice! This is a very spacious cabin with tons of room to spread out. There is a large kitchen, large dining room area, two large living rooms (each with a fireplace), 7 bedrooms plus a loft overlooking the living room with 2 twin beds. Liz was highly communicative via text and made our stay super easy. Amazing place for a cozy weekend. We’ll be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward T.

22 Jan 2022

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Amazing ski lodge

Growing up in the area, I always wondered about the Skylight Ski Lodge and I'm so glad I had a chance to stay here. If you are a large group - this home is perfect. The recent upgrades are well done, but the lodge retains its charm. Two large gathering spaces with fireplaces set this property apart from others - a real game changer. The kitchen was well appointed and makes for easy meal prep. My only note for other future guests is that beds listed as queens are actually double beds. All in - our kids comments say it all: "We are coming back to Skylight!"

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor D.

10 Jan 2022

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Amazing stay!

The pictures do not do the home justice. The house is huge and comfortably fit my group of 14 adults. The location is perfect for going to Stratton mountain. The house was clean and had great amenities. Liz was an amazing host so helpful and accommodating. I would give it 10 stars if I could!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

1 Jan 2022

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Perfect house for family get together.

We have been doing a large multi-generational family ski vacation for over 10-years. This is our first visit to Skylight and I think it was the best one yet. The house is amazingly spacious with plenty of room for cozy fires, games and movies. Liz and Steve were terrific hosts and made everything easy. Steve even had a fire going for us when we arrived! We would absolutely go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

29 Dec 2021

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Christmas at Skylight

Our entire family of 15 spent a week at Skylight over Christmas. It was perfect and thoroughly enjoyed by our kids and grandkids. Plenty of room for all and so very Vermont Welcoming. Not one but two family rooms and both with beautiful fireplaces. A very well stocked kitchen which we gave a quite a workout as we cooked many meals including a memorable christmas dinner. Liz and Steve,, our property managers were very helpful also in answering our questions. Also 4 mountains close for skiing. And Manchester is a really nice town. Our entire family voted our stay as one of the best Christmas’s ever!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rich & Erin DeRafelo; Marc & Bridget Hodakowski

Skylight Ski Lodge was built in 1950 and was run as an Inn from 1952-2002. In its heyday, Ski Magazine, February 1977 Issue, said: "most of the serious skiers who frequent the Skylight Lodge wouldn't think of staying anywhere else." In 2004, the Funk family purchased the lodge. They totally renovated it with every amenity you could wish for, done in excellent taste. Two great rooms with massive native stone, wood-burning fireplaces. Maple trees on the property were milled and used for trim and maple floors throughout the home.

In 2022, our gang happily stumbled upon the property. Bridget, Erin and Rich have been friends since college. Through Bridget, Marc joined the friendship. We have stood up at each other weddings and have remained close for over 20+ years. Coming out of the pandemic, our two families knew we wanted to spend MORE time together and found ourselves in the hunt for the perfect place. Skylight SKi Lodge is just that place. Our five children between us love to spend time running the halls, exploring the property outdoors and look forward to the beautiful winters skiing together on Stratton, Bromley and Okemo.

Why they chose this property

Seven bedrooms, two master suites, and numerous configurations. The Skylight Ski Lodge offers enough space for everyone to enjoy together or in peace. A large kitchen and dining room is capable of entertaining 25.

What makes this property unique

The location of the lodge offers not only fun outdoor adventures at the local ski mountains but excellent dining and shopping. For our snowmobile and ATV enthusiasts, the lodge is on the Vast trail and surrounded by the Green Mountains. Don't forget your skates. The pond out back is lit at night and waiting for the friendly game of ice hockey!