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A peaceful & uplifting retreat with AMAZING views in the heart of the mountains.

A peaceful & uplifting retreat with AMAZING views in the heart of the mountains.

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10 de 10 Extraordinária
2 quartos1 banheiroAcomoda 6 pessoas121 m²

Comodidades populares

  • Cozinha
  • Lavadora
  • Secadora
  • Wi-Fi grátis
  • Espaço externo
  • Vista para a montanha

Aproveite a região

Moretown, VT
  • Local popularBen and Jerry's Factory26 min de carro
  • Local popularSugarbush Ski Resort32 min de carro
  • Local popularNorwich University34 min de carro
  • AeroportoBurlington, Vermonte (BTV-Aeroporto Internacional de Burlington)51 min de carro

Quartos e camas

2 quartos (acomoda 6 pessoas)

Quarto 1

1 cama de casal

Quarto 2

1 cama Queen

Quarto 3

2 camas de solteiro

1 banheiro

Banheiro 1

Outdoor shower

Banheiro 2

Toilet · Shower only

Espaços

Deque ou pátio
Varanda ou varanda coberta
Chuveiro externo
Cozinha
Sacada
Área de recreação externa
Jardim

Sobre esta propriedade

A peaceful & uplifting retreat with AMAZING views in the heart of the mountains.

As featured in Conde Nast Traveler (1/21/22)

We are close to Vermont's premier skiing, hiking, and outdoor adventures. Burlington and Montpelier, as well as the beer, coffee, and ice cream mecca of Waterbury, are nearby. You’ll love the sunset views (6 of VT's highest peaks), the atmosphere (calming and uplifting), the coziness (huge sheepskin in front of the fireplace), and the attention to detail (live-edge wood details, spa-like bathroom). This is an incredible retreat for couples (families too), solo adventurers, and business travelers.

Our Space

Above the Clouds, a stand-alone guesthouse with private entrance, was built with attention to every detail and a commitment to creating a peaceful, uplifting environment. While you're likely to travel to Vermont to partake in its natural beauty and outdoor adventures it's so lovely here that you may never want to leave. Located at the end of a quarter-mile-long driveway that passes through birch and hemlock woods you'll find yourself perched at the top of the world overlooking a 180+degree mountain vista. Other than the adjacent main house (located nearby but placed so both houses have privacy), the only signs of life are lights twinkling across the valley at night and the wildlife that shares the land and soars over the valley.

The 1000+ square foot open-concept second story can sleep up to four, while the 250+ sf main room downstairs can sleep another two. Upstairs the hand-crafted wooden headboard, made from local maple, is a one-of-a-kind work of art that creates privacy for the queen-size master bed. It situated so it has incredible views of the surrounding mountains and enjoys morning sunrises and evening sunsets. At the opposite end of the room, the reading nook has a sheepskin-covered daybed that can be separated into two twins or turned into a king-sized bed at night. The couch in the lower living room converts into a comfortable queen size bed (plus a memory foam topper for those who want it). Though the room downstairs is only separated by the staircase, the downstairs sleeping area is private because of the layout of the house. All bed linens, towels, and pillows are hotel quality with both down and non-down options.

Our spa-like bathroom has a shower large enough for two with both rainfall and hand-held shower heads, plus a pebble floor to massage your feet. The sink is made from a hand-carved boulder and sits atop a spalted maple live-edge counter held up by a birch tree base harvested from our property. For those who want to bathe in the midst of Vermont's great outdoors, there is an outdoor shower that affords complete privacy and absolutely amazing views.

For food prep and dining, the kitchen -- with a KitchenAid dishwasher and Euro-fridge under-counter fridge/freezer (plus a full-sized fridge/freezer downstairs) -- is equipped with gourmet appliances, including 2 high-efficiency portable induction units, a full-sized microwave oven, a countertop oven large enough to roast a chicken, an 8-cup Instant Pot, a Cuisinart Griddler, an 18" All Clad electric skillet, a Ninja food processor/blender, a fondue pot, a waffle iron (with waffle mix), an abundance of herbs, and a well-stocked pantry (including organic EVOO and 18-year balsamic vinegar). Plus we provide locally roasted organic coffee beans, a grinder, and 3 ways to prepare coffee (drip, Aeropress, and french press), and a milk frother. An assortment of teas is provided too, of course. Best of all, however, is the dining atmosphere because there are incredible views from every window and a beautiful granite counter surrounded by comfortable leather bar stools. On the other side of the room, the Italian cherry dining room table with leather chairs amply seats 4 (and can seat 6 in a more cozy way). Note: The table is new and is not shown in the photos.

The living room, with a large propane fireplace and views in every direction, adjoins an 8'x20' deck with clear walls, providing an amazing place for outdoor living high up in the trees.

During warm weather, sleep under the stars on the sumptuous deck furniture; BBQ and dine the garden patio.

For your entertainment, the TV hooked is hooked up to DirecTV and has a Roku and DVD player. There is a high-quality Bluetooth speaker for your digital music. For some old-fashioned fun, there is a generous store of board games, books, and puzzles.

Guest Access

The whole guesthouse, including the deck, outdoor shower, and private side garden and patio are yours alone. Parking is available for up to two cars. Ask me if you need to bring more than two cars.

Interaction with Guests

During COVID-19, we are offering self-check-in. We live in the adjacent main house. While the homes are close to each other, both have complete privacy. We are semi-retired and work from home, so we're generally available to answer questions and provide any support you may need.

Additional Services

- Complimentary EV charging.
- We can help you arrange private, in-house massages and/or yoga classes. Extra cleaning and laundry services are available, at a fee, with 24-hour advance notice. We can also arrange to have your refrigerator stocked with fresh local delectables, including the much-sought-after, #1-rated beer in the US -- Heady Topper by the Alchemist -- which is brewed nearby and only sold in Vermont.

Things to Note

We have two tiny, young dogs (Waldo and Beso). They may bark when they first see you, but they are otherwise just bundles of wagging tails and soft, hypoallergenic fur. Sorry, we are not able to accommodate any visiting pets.

Neighborhood

While you'll feel like you're at the end of the world, Above the Clouds is conveniently located 10 minutes off I-89, 20 minutes from Sugarbush, 30 minutes from Stowe village (the ski area is another 10 minutes up the road), 20 minutes from Montpelier, and 45 minutes from Burlington. Plus the beer, coffee, cheese, and ice cream mecca of Waterbury is only 20 minutes away. Come summer, the food artisans and talented crafters at the Waitsfield Farmers Market attract people from far and wide, and there are many points of access to the nearby Long Trail and Catamount Trail. The Mad River, Waterbury Reservoir, Lake Champlain and more are nearby for water sports and world class fishing. Or you can start your outdoor adventures closer to home; paths that start on the property lead all over the mountain and are great for hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Bicyclists have easy access to Vermont's picturesque Route 100 and many more off-the-beaten paths, roads, and trails. We maintain an extensive collection of books, magazines, local papers, maps and handouts about sites, tours, events, hikes and restaurants you can visit/enjoy while you are here. Plus, of course, we are always happy to make suggestions.

Getting Around

You'll definitely need a car to get here. Winter visitors will certainly want at least front-wheel drive and snow tires. Four wheel or all wheel drive cars are best for the winter but not always needed. During Vermont's mud season (generally from mid March through early April), however, AWD or 4WD are essential. If you're willing to put up with the mess of the mud, fresh maple syrup (and sugar on snow), as well as quiet-mountain and spring season skiing definitely make a mud season trek worth the adventure.

Additional Services

We can arrange private, in-house massages and/or yoga classes. Extra cleaning and laundry services are available, at a fee, with 24-hour advance notice. We can also arrange to have your refrigerator stocked with fresh local delectables, including the much-sought after, #1-rated beer in the US -- Hedy Topper by the Alchemist -- which is brewed nearby and only sold in Vermont.

Other Things to Note

Three tiny, elderly dogs live in the main house with Bob and me. They may bark when they first see you, but they are otherwise just bundles of waggling tails and soft, hypoallergenic fur. Sorry, we are not able to accommodate any visiting pets.




Gerente da propriedade

Marianne Barton
Anfitrião Premium
Anfitrião Premium

Idiomas

Inglês

Comodidades

Cozinha
Lavadora
Secadora
Wi-Fi grátis
Espaço externo
Vista para a montanha

Regras da propriedade

Check-in após 16h
Idade mínima para alugar: 24 anos
Check-out até 10h

Crianças

Aceita hóspedes de 0 a 17 anos

Eventos

Não permite a realização de eventos

Animais de estimação

Não aceita animais de estimação

Política para fumantes

Não é permitido fumar
- No smoking anywhere on property. - Please take your shoes off when you enter. Clean slippers provided.

Danos e despesas adicionais

Você será responsável por qualquer dano à propriedade alugada causado por você ou outra pessoa durante a sua estadia.

Informações importantes

O que você precisa saber

Pessoas extras podem incorrer em taxas adicionais que variam dependendo da política da propriedade.
Documento de identificação oficial com foto e cartão de crédito, cartão de débito ou depósito em dinheiro podem ser exigidos no momento do check-in para despesas extras.
Solicitações especiais estão sujeitas à disponibilidade no momento do check-in e podem incorrer em taxas adicionais. Essas solicitações não estão garantidas.
Festas ou eventos de grupos no local são estritamente proibidos
Os recursos de segurança disponíveis na propriedade incluem detector de monóxido de carbono, extintor de incêndio, detector de fumaça e kit de primeiros socorros.

Importante

É recomendada a utilização de um carro para o transporte de/para a propriedade

Informações a área

Moretown

Com ótima localização em Mad River Valley, esta casa de temporada fica nas montanhas. Sugarbush Ski Resort e Elevador para esqui Green Mountain Express são duas atrações com várias atividades. Para quem quiser ir às compras, espaços como Waitsfield Main Street e Warren Main Street são imperdíveis. Para quem viaja com crianças, Ben and Jerry's Factory e The Cabot Annex Store são ótimas opções de passeios. Atividades como pesca são ideais para quem gosta de água, mas se quiser experimentar algo diferente, experimente caminhadas nos arredores.

Nos arredores

  • Skinner Barn - 20 min de carro
  • Ben and Jerry's Factory - 26 min de carro
  • Mad River Glen Cooperative - 27 min de carro
  • Sugarbush Ski Resort - 32 min de carro
  • Norwich University - 34 min de carro

Opções nos arredores

  • Estação Waterbury - 22 min de carro
  • Aeroporto Edward F. Knapp State (MPV) - 34 min de carro

Restaurantes

  • Three Mountain Cafe - 21 min de carro
  • Mad Taco - 21 min de carro
  • American Flatbread - 23 min de carro
  • Toast & Eggs - 20 min de carro
  • Canteen Creemee Company - 21 min de carro

Perguntas frequentes

A peaceful & uplifting retreat with AMAZING views in the heart of the mountains. é ideal para quem viaja com animais de estimação?

Não, animais de estimação não são permitidos nesta propriedade.

Qual é o horário de check-in em A peaceful & uplifting retreat with AMAZING views in the heart of the mountains.?

Horário de início do check-in: 16h.

Qual é o horário de check-out em A peaceful & uplifting retreat with AMAZING views in the heart of the mountains.?

Horário de check-out: 10h.

Onde fica A peaceful & uplifting retreat with AMAZING views in the heart of the mountains.?

Nas montanhas, esta casa de temporada ideal para famílias fica a 15 km de Mad River, Waitsfield Main Street e Main Street Studio. Elaine Beckwith Gallery e Mad River Glass Gallery também ficam a 15 km.

Avaliações

10

Extraordinária

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Nota 10 - Excelente. 86 de 87 avaliações" "
Nota 8 - Boa. 1 de 87 avaliações" "
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Nota 2 - Terrível. 0 de 87 avaliações" "

10/10

Limpeza

10/10

Serviço e funcionários

10/10

Comodidades

10/10

Condições e instalações da propriedade

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Comunicação

10/10

Localização

10/10

Precisão do anúncio

Avaliações

10/10 - Excelente

C Elaine H.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Incredible view in amazing modern cottage
I didn’t really want to leave it. Just cuddle up under one of the many blankets and enjoy the view. It had all the amenities you could want and a few more. Some of the woodwork on the doors and furniture is incredible! Highly recommend.
Hospedou-se por 4 diárias em mar. de 2024

10/10 - Excelente

Brittany D.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Great getaway
Views for days and had snow the whole time which made it a great winter wonderland. Any kitchen amenity needed was available. Thanks for a great trip
Hospedou-se por 4 diárias em fev. de 2024

10/10 - Excelente

Sean L.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Best Experience You Will Have
The listing does not do this property justice. Although the pictures are not only accurate and beautiful, this property offers so much of a real mountain experience that you can only get by coming here! My family which consists of 2 little boys 2 and 4, had a blast playing in the snow and staying warm inside the house. Marianne is so attentive to detail and is very accessible and even checked on us before and after a winter storm to make sure we had everything we needed in case of emergencies. Overall this has been my favorite experience with any rental that we have booked. Marianne's place will be a definite yearly return as long as it is available!!!
Hospedou-se por 5 diárias em jan. de 2024

10/10 - Excelente

Karen L.

Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Beautiful stay!
The place was clean, private and absolutely breathtaking views! Marianne & Bob have thought of every detail to make your trip comfortable and relaxing. 10/10 would stay again!
Hospedou-se por 4 diárias em set. de 2023

Sobre o anfitrião

Anfitrião: Marianne Barton

Imagem do perfil do anfitrião
Bob and I are semi- retired "green" investment bankers. We work from home and enjoy spending a lot of time gardening, hiking, traveling, and reading. We delight in our three small dogs, family, and many friends (both the old ones and the new ones we make through our travel and our hospitality hosting).

Por que o anfitrião escolheu essa propriedade

After decades of living in southern Vermont, Bob and I decided to move to the heart of the Mad River Valley because it's profound beauty and access to nature made our hearts sing. We went to see at least 60 houses before finding this one and knew this was the one as soon as we stopped at the end of the driveway (you'll understand why when you get here). After moving here I learned my parents' favorite place in all of Vermont was within a mile of here, so perhaps they "chose" it for me without my knowing it.

O que faz essa propriedade ser única?

You can see four of Vermont's highest peaks from the sweeping 180-degree of the Mad River Valley. In fact, many Vermont veterans say ours is the most beautiful view they have ever seen. Where there aren't mountains there are gorgeous rock outcroppings, beautiful gardens, gentle forests, and magnificent stars (the Milky Way shines its magic on all clear nights and sometimes the northern lights bewitch the sky).

We designed the retreat to embrace this view -- including using an abundance of windows and clear walls on the large deck -- and the very essence of nature -- our use of natural wood, fire, and stone elements will delight you. The effect is simultaneously peaceful and uplifting.

Idiomas:

Inglês

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