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GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT - Autumn Splendor - Private Setting - 5 Mins to Okemo!

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Open floor plan on main floor is great for larger families! (love the fireplace)
Stools tuck under coffee table - perfect for game night! (Games included :)
Large living room with fireplace, reclining sofas, HD TV & Bose speakers. Enjoy!
Swim, fish and kayak right from the dock. (Imagine this in the fall!)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8201.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Ludlow, VT
  • Lake Rescue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Buttermilk Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Okemo Mountain Resort
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Main Floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor-Single

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT - Autumn Splendor - Private Setting - 5 Mins to Okemo!

This is the perfect location for a fabulous summer or fall vacation (winter's amazing, too!) Wake up to the peaceful beauty of the lake, then spend your day swimming, fishing or kayaking right from the dock, with 300' of waterfront.

If you love to cook, the kitchen is well appointed so you can whip up something wonderful. Otherwise, eat at one of the fabulous restaurants downtown or just grab a pizza! Play games, watch movies or roast marshmallows over the firepit...All the simple pleasures!

My slogan is "keep it simple". When you arrive, beds are made with crisp, clean linens and fresh towels are stacked in the bathroom. (In the winter, each bed also has a big, fluffy comforter.) Just show up! My house fairies will be sure everything is neat and clean when you arrive and after you leave. No fuss. No stress. I want you to relax and enjoy!

This spacious lakefront cottage has everything you need to create wonderful memories that will last a lifetime. With 3 floors of living space, there is plenty of room for everyone to have privacy, but then gather together for meals or to share stories of the day's adventures. And for couples or smaller families who don't need or want the sprawl, everything you need is right on the main living floor, giving it that comfortable, cozy cottage feel.

Fresh bath and bed linens are provided for each guest and beds have new, comfortable mattresses and pillows. The kitchen has a microwave and dishwasher and K-cup coffee maker. There is also a washer and dryer available if you need it.

In the summer, the 1+ acre yard with horseshoe pits, volleyball net, huge deck & 2 fire pits make entertaining a breeze! Swim, kayak and fish right off the new dock in the deep, clear water.

The large deck has an umbrella table and chairs and a Weber gas grill. Stairs off one side lead to a side yard with a shed that holds the yard and water toys, extra chairs, etc. The large fire pit is also on that side, with views of the lake. Stairs off the other side lead to the larger yard where you'll find the horseshoe pits, volley ball net and a wide path gently sloping down to the waterfront. There's a brand new dock and two kayaks - one double and one single - as well as a canoe. Paddles and life preservers are in the shed.

Lake Pauline is peaceful and quiet, but Lake Rescue is directly behind us and allows power boats. The boat ramp is 1/2 mile down the road. The best of both worlds!!

In the winter, ice skate, snowmobile (VAST trails) or snowshoe right from the front door. Okemo is 5 minutes (Jackson Gore is even less!), Killington is 25 minutes and Pico is about 30 minutes away. In the evening, gather for a meal, games or a movie. A large, see through fireplace adds warmth and charm to both living room and kitchen/dining room!

In the fall, grab a blanket and a cup of coffee and head out to the Adirondack chairs to watch the mist rise off the lake and listen to the geese fly overhead.

The main floor has a bedroom with double bed and a bedroom with a twin. The bathroom on this floor is very large and has a bath tub (there are also safety rails in this bathroom by tub and toilet, if you have guests who need some extra support).

Upstairs is the master bedroom suite with king bed and small full bath. A second bedroom has a queen bed and two twins. Both bedrooms have skylights and French balconies.

The lower level suite has an additional living area and full bath. There is a couch, TV and stereo and a second room with a daybed with trundle and large game table. (Note: Since this area does not have proper egress, it cannot be used as a bedroom.)

Buttermilk Falls is a popular swimming and picnic spot throughout the summer and fall. Deep, cool pools are at the base of each of 3 sets of falls, cascading down through the woods. They are only 2 miles away and can be reached by car or bike.

The town of Ludlow has a variety of interesting shops, great restaurants and you can't beat the Jackson Gore Adventure Park when the kids need some excitement. They also hold a free concert every Friday night in the summer that is always fun!

I love my 'cottage' and this area and feel so fortunate to have such a beautiful, spacious spot on the lake. I am happy to share it with others who are looking to refresh, reconnect & renew. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you might have.

Property manager

Bernie Bolton
Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well-behaved pets allowed, with permission.
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ludlow

Located in Ludlow, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Community Historical Museum of Mount Holly and Mill Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Okemo Mountain Resort and Killington Resort. Green Mountain Sugar House and The Ice House Ice Skating are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Ludlow, VT

What's nearby

  • Lake Rescue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Green Mountain Sugar House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fox Run Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Buttermilk Falls - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Okemo Mountain Resort - 7 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Rutland Station - 36 min drive
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodman's American Pie - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪DJ'S Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tom's Loft Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Roundhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stemwinder - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT - Autumn Splendor - Private Setting - 5 Mins to Okemo! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT - Autumn Splendor - Private Setting - 5 Mins to Okemo!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT - Autumn Splendor - Private Setting - 5 Mins to Okemo!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT - Autumn Splendor - Private Setting - 5 Mins to Okemo! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Rescue and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Okemo Mountain Resort. Green Mountain Sugar House and Camp Plymouth State Park are also within 3 miles (5 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

Carmen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific Place to Stay if Skiing at Okemo
Beautiful view of the lake, amenities designed to engage a family after skiing. The whole family loved being there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with beautiful view
House is perfectly stocked and very comfortable. Whether you are in VT to ski or sit by the fire with friends and family, you can’t go wrong with this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantasric trip
Great stay over the holidays! Beautiful location, well apportioned, had everything you need. Overall, a 5 star experience!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARK O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ludlow Lakefront
Beautiful place, great location. Had a wonderful, snowy Thanksgiving.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Okemo ski weekend
Cozy and comfortable place, very convenient to Okemo. Had everything we needed, including well stocked kitchen when cooking for a group. Absolutely wonderful owner/host was welcoming and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base for Okemo trip
We enjoyed our stay here for several days of skiing at Okemo. It is a 7 minute drive to Jackson Gore base, which has easy parking and is the location for ski school during the week, so it was super convenient. The lake is very scenic and the view is lovely even during the winter. The house is cozy and well-equipped, with plenty of towels, blankets, pillows, cookware, games, etc. Bernie was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host/great experience
My family had a great time during their stay at this property. The host was very attentive, answering all of our questions in a timely manner. We will look to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

sheila t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Our family of 8 had a wonderful time enjoying lake Pauline. The house had everything we needed and had a gorgeous water view. Great location and communication with the host. Thank you for letting us enjoy your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot!
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was cozy, well-appointed, and a good central location for visiting Manchester and Woodstock. We also enjoyed some of the local businesses in Ludlow. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in convenient location
This lovely vintage cottage is very comfortable and has gorgeous views from inside the house as well as from the deck and the dock on the tranquil lake. We had a wonderful time enjoying the beautiful fall foliage! The cottage is well appointed and has everything you need including kitchen appliances, games, extra blankets, etc. The host is very helpful and prompt in all communications. We would love to come stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat stay
This is our second time staying here. We tried two other properties but the location of this one was hard to match. So we were back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting - great view!
We spent EVERY day in or on the lake! The house has everything we needed, from kitchen equipment to games to kayaks, a canoe, and even a paddle board! Bernie is responsive and very straightforward.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice lake experience
Great location on a small lake. Lots of space in the house that has good activities for kids and a supply of firewood for campfires! The maple sugar house was fun to visit, as was Plymouth state park for a place to play in the sand. Owner was friendly and responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

eddie a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Responsive Owner
Great location. Owner offered great advice. Amenities, including lake stuff, was excellent. Only two minor cons: 1. basement has a musty odor. 2. 2nd floor BA accessible only through the Master BR door.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ski trip
It was great, the kids skied and enjoyed the mountain. The lake was beautiful even though covered with ice:)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deck-adent lakeside
The soggy post-rain arrival rewarded us with a misty water view and excited tours of 3 levels of living. The next morning welcomed us to canoes and kayaks on the still mile long pond. We loved the fire pit and dock and yard. Our favorite spot, for early morning coffee, lunch, reading, games and dinner was the amazing huge deck. Everything else was just cherries on top.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time making memories with my family!
We enjoyed our week very much. Bernie and Team are terrific hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E., Woodstock, VT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay!
It was our second year staying at Bernie's glorious spot on the lake, and we loved it again! Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot on the lake
Wonderful big porch looking out over the lake makes this house special.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C., Wethersfield CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family get away weekend
Arrived at the house Friday night, Bernie’s house is clean cozy and well equipped. Plenty of space to stretch out after the car ride. Linens were all great - Beds and pillows were comfortable. Very close to Jackson Gore entrance. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
The property was situated on a beautiful lake which was frozen, making it that much more beautiful. The accomodations were cozy and exactly what I expected. We are skiers so the drive was literally 5 minutes to Okemo Clock Tower and 2 minutes to Jackson Gore. Would highly recommend this property and look forward to future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karri F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and cozy cottage!
The location was convenient and well equipped with everything we needed for our stay! We loved the view of Lake Pauline from the living room and the double sided fireplace that created the perfect evening environment. Plenty of space for our family to spread out and relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

L. Maren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski weekend with friends
This is a cozy yet spacious cabin. The cabin is on a lake and has a beautiful view. It was clean and well stocked. The beds were comfortable. It’s truly 5 minutes from Okemo Mountain. We’d love to come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location with great views
We had our second annual stay here and just loved it. House is spacious and had everything we needed. Used the grill outside and cooked up a storm inside. We never left the house in three days. Hostess is wonderful and communication was outstanding. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience!
The stay was excellent! The description exceeded its expectations and our host was very responsive. Would highly recommend to any wanting to visit Ludlow/Okemo!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bernie Bolton

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I reside in CT and have always wanted to live on a lake. Finding this house in Ludlow - an area I love! - was pure fate!
I have done home exchanges in the past and really enjoyed the experience. I love sharing what brings me joy and I trust people to treat it as though it were their own.
I have 2 grown children and Golden Retriever rescue named Gracie. Pets are generally not allowed, but trained, well-behaved pets will be considered since I know they are part of your family, too.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with Ludlow 20 years ago and fall in love all over again each time I drive into town. It has everything anyone could want -- interesting shops featuring talented artists; world-class golf; sensational skiing; beautiful lakes, streams and waterfalls; friendly people and breathtaking views all around.
Burlington is a good day trip and Manchester, Woodstock, Rutland, Bennington & Lake George are all within an hour's drive. But honestly? You won't leave Ludlow! :)

What makes this property unique

I've just recently purchased this home and want to create a "cottage" experience. I do not want a home to be featured on 'Cribs' -- I want a home where you walk in and feel at peace. Like perhaps you've stepped back in time a bit to a simpler life at a slower pace.
Yes, there is wifi and cable TV and Bose surround sound & a dishwasher. If you need them. But there are also kayaks and fishing poles and jigsaw puzzles and a squeaky screen door. So I encourage you to unplug and enjoy life's simple pleasures.

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