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Bright Modern Secluded Vermont Home: Trout Pond + Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Pownal, VT
  • Williams College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Taconic Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • The Clark Art Institute
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Pownal

In Pownal .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Green Mountain National Forest and 2 miles (3 km) of Mountain Meadow Preserve with a stay here. Williamstown Trailhead and Mountain Meadow Preserve Vermont Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Williams College - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Taconic Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • The Clark Art Institute - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art - 17 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tunnel City Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bright Ideas Brewing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Moonlight Diner & Grille - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Freight Yard Restaurant & Pub - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Meng's Pan-Asian - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright Modern Secluded Vermont Home: Trout Pond + Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown

The Cottage At Mountain Meadow
Originally built as a guest house on a 45 acre country estate in Vermont just five minutes from Williams college, this secluded year-round Vermont home has always been called “The Cottage”, although a recent expansion to a family sized home stretches that definition. Three bedrooms, two full baths plus a pine-paneled loft with additional sleep options. Kitchen opens onto a large, bright and cheerful great room with floor to ceiling local fieldstone fireplace and skylights. Soak up the ambience of a cozy wood fire in colder months. Walk from the house and property directly onto the 240-acre Mountain Meadow Preserve trails…this protected land surrounds the estate. Lush and private woodland setting. Swim or fish for catch and release brook trout and bluegill in the large stocked spring-fed pond.

Relax with family and friends around the fire pit, pick wildflowers in the meadow, collect pictures of birds and wildlife, choose one of the many marked trails to explore, fish or troll the edge of the water with your net for pond life, and don’t forget you are still just five minutes from restaurants and shopping on Spring Street in Williamstown, and four minutes’ drive to the Williamstown access of the new Mohican Trail (mixed use trail: bike, walk, or run). Just thirteen minutes to MASS MoCA.
A comfortable and warm home base for a ski weekend; it’s a scenic 16 mile/about 20 minute drive to Jiminy Peak (with no traffic until you reach the resort), and hour to Mount Snow. The trails surrounding the property are great for cross country skiers.

This home was constructed for privacy, with the front door opening to forest. No windows are visible to the main house up the road and vice versa.

King bed and ensuite bath in the master. Two bedrooms each with a full size bed. There is a twin bed and oversized sleeper chair in the loft. There is an additional foldout chair bed which can move easily to any bedroom. Sleeps 7-9.

We now have 1Gps fiber optic high speed internet.

We ask for no special check out instructions or requirements!

If the dates you have chosen over a year in advance end up being the date of one of the rare local festivals or events, we may raise rates and give you the right of first refusal. (This is to prevent a guest from reserving all the possible weekends of a future event long before the actual date is announced.) We look forward to hosting you!

Property manager

Venetia

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs must be leashed. Another dog lives nearby.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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: 25
Note from host: Permission required for events. Fees may apply
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. Note from host: Permission required for events. Fees may apply For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bright & New Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown to the airport?

This vacation home is 27.6 mi (46-min drive) away from the Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bright & New Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Bright & New Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown to the beach?

This vacation home is 9.5 mi (21-min drive) from Campers Beach.

Does Bright & New Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bright & New Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Bright & New Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bright & New Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bright & New Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bright & New Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bright & New Secluded Vermont Home: Stocked Pond, Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown to downtown Pownal?

This vacation home is 3.3 mi away from Pownal.

Bright Modern Secluded Vermont Home: Trout Pond + Trails, 5 Mins to Williamstown Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natasha L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect restful spot in the woods

The property was beautiful! The kids enjoyed fishing in the pond with their grandpa. The hosts were nice enough to let us have a small impromptu family cookout and were very helpful when we accidentally locked ourselves out. It was a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

eugene s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house, awesome service!

The home was modern, clean and efficient space for the 6 of us. The interior is actually a bit brighter than the pictures would suggest. Kitchen was well stocked. The loft had a TV room, plenty of DVDs and games, and an extra Twin Bed. Beds in general were comfortable and the sheets and comforters were modern.We were there during a heavy snowstorm and Venetia and her family were prompt and very responsive with our questions. They went over and beyond in helping us with one of our cars that had gotten stuck, given the ice on the roads.Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leia F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend trip

Such a gorgeous house! We loved walking the nearby trails and how close it was to Williams. Venetia was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amit P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent place to stay for a visit to Williams College

We stayed at the cottage for parents’s weekend at Williams college with our teenage kids and dog. The cottage is spacious yet cost, had everything we needed and very conveniently located. Communication with host was great. Thank you for a great place, we’ll be happy to come back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valentina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A home away from home

Everything in this home has a touch of thoughtfulness and taste. We loved it and our stay was very nice even though we were not lucky with the weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melina G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning and Great Access!

What an absolutely gorgeous property this is! The pond, the trails, the easy access to Williams, Bennington, mountaintop beer and pizza - perfect for a Berkshires getaway. Absolutely amazing experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Lovely home. Loved the complimentary shower products.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice get away!

We had a wonderful time nestled in the woods with our family! We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Communication with the host was phenomenal and the home was cozy and inviting! The area around the home was gorgeous and had a great little hike on the property. We would definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic experience

Wonderful setting, beautiful cabin, terrific hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B., Saint Marys, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Solid Sound Getaway

Venetia and Joe's property is a treasure! I almost don't want to gush about it because it will become so popular we won't get to stay there againBUT they deserve all the compliments. The home is gorgeous with lots of natural light and all the amenities we needed. We were close enough to North Adams by car for the Solid Sound festival, but far enough away that we could enjoy the wildflowers, the fresh water pond, and the quiet of the mountains. The property also has a freshwater pond you can sit by, swim in, or just watch the turtles and the fish. Venetia and Joe were very helpful and immediately responsive to any questions we had. They lent us lawn chairs for the festival and provided helpful advice for local activities. We hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., Bala Cynwyd, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place!

Venetia’s house and property is lovely. We didn’t spend much time in it other than sleep and grab light breakfasts, but it is fully equipped for more. There is no dining table, just 4 stools at the counter, but that didn’t matter for us. Venetia had left lovely fresh flowers in the house and responded very quickly to one simple problem we ran into. Travel up to the house on the dirt road was no problem in summer, but might be a challenge in winter. There are two places to park, but the one nearest the front door, which we used only for unloading and loading luggage, is a little tricky to negotiate for larger vehicles. But that should only concern the most timid drivers! The place is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and Perfect

We will be back! Our stay was top notch. Everything we hoped and more. The owner was very responsive and kind, the property is breathtaking and peaceful and the location is very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Courtney H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday Vacation

We stayed at the property for 4 days over the Christmas break. The house is beautiful and modern and warm. The location was convenient to Jay Peak and Mass MOCA and the Clark art museums. The house is up a steep hill into the woods, so caution at night driving to and from. I believe they are working to upgrade the WiFi to the TV, which wasn't consistently working while we were there. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property owner was very responsive in communicating. We were very comfortable at the property and will definitely look to stay there next year for our annual trip
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful weekend away

This was a wonderful weekend away! The house was beautiful - in the forest with hiking trails adjacent and just a stone's throw from Williamstown. It was just perfect for our family and we will be sure to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Geoffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable cottage close to Williamstown MA

This is a comfortable nice property almost as advertised. Had all the amenities described. The shortcoming was the quality of the internet. We were advised that a high speed internet was 'coming'. It is adequate, just, for email but if visitors want to work the speed is unlikely to be adequate. Also, if visitors need to work, there is really no table or such like to facilitate this. The surroundings of the cottage are lovely and walking is nearby. The photos might suggest that it is a bit more isolated than the reality but we did not find this to be a problem. The host was very helpful and quite unobtrusive. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hiking the Berkshires

The cottage is really clean and organized. It's in a great location (off the beaten path but accessible to local attractions). It has a very charming decor and is comfortable and inviting.All questions before arrival were answered in a timely manner. Easy and fun. Pmatty
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is quiet and the grounds are beautiful. Inside the house has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The host was amazing, even putting out fresh flowers from the property for our arrival. I highly recommend and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, quiet house very close to Williamstown

My family and I loved this house. It's on a quiet property shared by the hosts, whose house is up the driveway a bit. The property is beautiful, surrounded by woods, with a pond full of fish. It's a calm, quiet, relaxing place. The house has everything you'd need. The kitchen is well equipped. Most of our activities were in Williamstown, and this house is just five minutes or so from the heart of that town. The address is VT, but this house is closer to Spring St, the Clark, and Williams College than many houses with a Williamstown address. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. Great hosts. We'd happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely House In Great Location

This is a lovely house, nicely renovated, in a great setting. It's close to Williamstown MA and Bennington VT, just a short drive off Rt 7 -- but once you're here you're in the woods near a pond and pretty fields with wildflowers. There is extensive hiking nearby, including trails accessible right from the house. The pond is spring fed and has an aerator, so you can swim there (along with the little fish and tadpoles). There is catch-and-release fishing, but if you're a serious angler the well-stocked pond may not offer much challenge. Venetia (rhymes with Patricia) is a friendly responsive host. Her family lives at the top of the driveway, close enough to be available but far enough for everyone's privacy. She has just started renting the house this summer and is clearly dedicated to giving renters a great stay. The Internet is fine for email and web surfing but bandwith is not unlimited, so if someone has an important live zoom it's helpful if everyone else stays offline.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023