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Orchard Cottage - A mountain retreat

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Orchard Cottage. View from driveway.
Rear of Orchard Cottage in the winter
Kitchen
Looking from kitchen through to dining table and fireplace
Dining table

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Warren, VT
  • Blueberry Lake Cross Country and Snowshoeing Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sugarbush Resort Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Sugarbush Ski Resort
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Orchard Cottage - A mountain retreat

Orchard Cottage was lovingly restored a couple of years ago to a very high standard. It is decorated in soothing autumnal tones with very comfortable beds and lots of locally sourced antiques and artwork. It sits on a 20+ acre family estate that backs on to the wild and untouched Roxbury Mountain. Our main family home and cottage sit further up the hill affording you with complete privacy.

Orchard Cottage has 2 bedrooms and a den with pull out sofa. It comfortably sleeps 6 people.

Property manager

Heidi Ringsted

Languages

Danish, English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The stairs in the cottage are very steep.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Warren

East Warren, a neighbourhood in Warren, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Green Mountain National Forest and Granville Gulf Reservation, while Green Mountain Cultural Center and Bundy Modern are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Warren, VT

What's nearby

  • Mad River Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Blueberry Lake Cross Country and Snowshoeing Center - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Warren Falls - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Sugarbush Resort Golf Club - 15 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Sugarbush Ski Resort - 15 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Randolph Station - 29 min drive
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castlerock Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lawson's Finest Liquids - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mad Taco - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Three Mountain Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Wünderbar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Orchard Cottage - A mountain retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Orchard Cottage - A mountain retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orchard Cottage - A mountain retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Orchard Cottage - A mountain retreat located?

Located in East Warren, this holiday home is steps from Mad River Valley and within 3 mi (5 km) of Blueberry Lake Cross Country and Snowshoeing Center and Ole's Cross Country Center. Blueberry Lake and Warren Main Street 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

William D.

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

Orchard Cottage

Fantastic house. Very clean. Definitely one of the nicest rental I've ever stayed in. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly L.

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

Charming VT Cottage

This cottage was very charming and comfortable for our young family. The perfect refuge after a day on the slopes. Check in/out was seamless. We hope to return! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael g.

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

Cozy cottage

Beautiful home, great location. Beds were very comfortable, very clean, well stocked kitchen. Shower was awesome! Very charming and nicely updated. Our only complaints would be that it would have been nice to have a little larger of a tv, and the cleaning fee was a bit high considering we were required to take sheets off the beds, wash the towels, run the dishwasher, and take out the garbage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson H.

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

Wonderful Winter stay

We had a great post Christmas stay at Orchard Cottage. The cottage was even more quaint in person, with everything we needed for our stay. The high quality bedding and linens made for a cozy stay. We enjoyed lots of family time by the wood-burning fire - our favorite part of our stay by far. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home! The Hicks Family Concord, NH
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian R.

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

Beautiful home in great location

We had a wonderful experience from communication with the owner, cleanliness, location, and the beautifully appointed home. We will absolutely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Loveliest cottage

Can’t wait to come back—quiet, serene, lovely place. Definitely need four wheel drive for the mountain road!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Z.

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

Holiday Ski Trip

We had the best time staying in the Mad River Valley. Great location. Close to ski resorts and close enough for a day trip up to Waterbury and Stowe.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane R., St. John, Virgin Islands

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

Great Week

We were very comfortable at Orchard Cottage. Great beds and shower. The area was friendly and lots of fun. Spent lots of time on the beautiful porch when we weren’t hiking and exploring. Would love to return another time.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S., Minneapolis, MN USA

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

Perfect Home Base To Exolore Mad River Valley

My friend and I stayed here for several days and we were so happy we chose this as our home base The home and property are just beautiful! As many reviews have said, the home is even more lovely in person (which is hard to imagine!) and it has all the amenities one could ask for. The morning coffee on the deck with a gorgeous view was the perfect way to start our day. Waitsfield and Warren are so close and very charming towns. There is so much to do in the surrounding area. Hiking, biking, swimming, tasty cheeses, maple creemee at Canteen Creemee, great farm stands, local markets (so close!!) wonderful restaurants, pottery, glass art and so much more… We had so much fun exploring and then coming back to our lovely, comfortable home base. I plan to return here with my family. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

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

Impeccable

Hated to leave. It's just such a beautiful house in a perfect place.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Always a treat

We love visiting this cozy, relaxing and deeply peaceful retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Magical, cozy getaway

This is a 5 star rental that acts like a warm embrace from the chaos of day to day life. The property and home are beautiful, spacious, clean and incredibly inviting. On top of the space being so fabulous - the owner and housekeeper were attentive, responsive and committed to all the details that make a vacation special. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 32 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Beatiful sunsets!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Orchard Cottage. When we arrived we found the house spotless and lights were on to welcome us. The cottage is very well maintained and decorated with beautiful antiques. My favorite part of the house is the oversized and well-stocked kitchen, the large bathroom with extra soft towels and the views of the sunset in the evening. Easy drive to Sugarbush. When reading a few reviews, I was a little nervous how the road would be, but relative to other dirt roads in the Mad River Valley, this was easy. This is by far, my favorite house I have rented in the Valley (and I've rented many). Hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

HOWARD G., New York

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

Beautiful, historic home in an equally beautiful setting.

Fantastic, beautifully preserved and renewed old home for those who love historic homes. Great location. Stayed in winter, would love to revisit in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

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

Excellent

House is spectacular, beautifully designed, decorated, and maintained. Beautiful views and location near skiiing, hiking, and fishing. Prompt and helpful communication throughout. East Warren community store nearby. Might not be the best for guests with mobility challenges - stairs are little steep, and path in can get a little narrow/icy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Constance P.

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

Cozy ski season stay

We enjoyed our stay at this property during the holiday ski season. It provided clean and ample space for our family of two adults and two children. The location allowed easy access to Sugarbush and Waitsfield. Having the East Warren Community Market down the road was very convenient. Our kids enjoyed playing in the open yard space.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

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

Cozy winter retreat

What a wonderful place. Orchard cottage is everything it seems like in the photos and more. We cooked all of our meals here and sat by the fire for hours. Highly recommend. Note: If coming in winter, you will definitely need AWD or 4WD and snow tires wouldn't hurt! We should have known to heed that warning.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josie J.

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

Wonderful stay

My husband and I absolutely loved our stay at the Orchard Cottage. It was a beautiful time of year to be in Vermont, with a lot of nearby activities and hikes. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bethany S.

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

Magical Fall Retreat

First, this was by far the cleanest property I’ve rented. Second, it’s packed with so. much. character. Off a gorgeous country road, this house made my colonial New England dreams come true. Gorgeous wood beams throughout, wood burning fireplaces (with plenty of wood provided), and a picturesque claw-foot tub. There’s also a bonus jet tub on the lower level. We went down to the market every morning for coffee and a fresh scone or egg sandwich, and there’s restaurants a short drive away in Waitsfield. (Pro tip: make a dinner reservation in advance at the Inn in downtown Warren—they were booked the entire week we were there and it looks very cute). Great hiking nearby, and the drive on E Warren Road gives gorgeous views of the mountains. 10/10 would stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

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

Parents Weekend away

Perfect location to visit Norwich University for parents weekend. This cottage was so peaceful and relaxing. The fall foliage was spectacular and the running stream was so calming. Will definitely stay again😊
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hugh B., California

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

Special Cottage

My wife and 2 daughters and I spent a magical week in Warren at this cottage. The pictures don't do justice to how wonderful and peaceful it is, and how nice the amenities are. We'll look forward to staying here on our next trip to Vermont, a definite repeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Victor G.

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

Perfect Vermont Getaway

Had rented several times before and never disappointed.

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

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

Enchanted cottage in the woods

Just the escape we were looking for! House was beautifully maintained, even better than the pictures. Still dreaming about having coffee on the deck and those mountain views. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Halia E.

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

Great farmhouse in VT

We loved this property. It was neat, tidy and in a beautiful area with plenty of activities. Our children enjoyed playing in the yard while we relaxed from the front porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Heidi Ringsted

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Having originally purchased the main house next door, we jumped at the chance to buy Orchard Cottage when it became available. With a growing family, we needed space for all of our friends and family to congregate during the holidays. We live overseas but visit several times a year to ski, play in the Mad River, hike in the Green Mountains and be at peace in this really beautiful spot.

Why they chose this property

Orchard Cottage is nestled into a ridge on Roxbury Mountain in the middle of the Green Mountains. Set below the main house beyond the apple treehouse and the orchard. It has it's own driveway and is completely private.

What makes this property unique

This cottage would be perfect for a small family or a couple looking for a unique Vermont getaway. The setting is very peaceful and romantic and the furnishings extremely luxurious. Whether you plan an active break taking advantage of all that the valley has to offer or you are seeking a cozy retreat to relax and watch the foliage change or the wild turkeys and deer roaming through the orchard, Orchard Cottage can supply all of that!

Old Roxbury Road is a private road and a 4WD is a must even though it is plowed continually throughout the winter.

Languages:

English, French, Danish