Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome

Family-friendly lodge with fitness centre and sauna

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Welcome to ourFamily Lodge/Cabin!
Livingroom looking into  view of sleighbedroom
Hot Tub Fun! In back yard!
Games room
View 2 of Livingroom looking towards main floor bathroom and dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
AU$924
avg per night

Explore the area

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Ripton, VT
  • Place, Moosalamoo National Recreation Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Robert Frost Wayside Trail
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Middlebury College
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom KIng

1 King Bed

Bedroom Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Twins

2 Single Beds

childs room

1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
The current price is AU$924
avg per night

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About the area

Ripton

Located in Ripton, this lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Rikert Nordic Center and Middlebury College Snow Bowl Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Danforth Pewter and Bulwagga Books & Gallery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Robert Frost Wayside Trail - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Rikert Nordic Center - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Lake Dunmore - 17 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Middlebury College - 19 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Sugarbush Ski Resort - 42 min drive - 55.6 km

Getting around

  • Randolph Station - 59 min drive
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kampersville - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪7 South Sandwich - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waybury Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Creekside Chalet - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome

Escape to River Stone Lodge in Vermont's Green Mountains for a memorable retreat! With a cozy living spaces, game room, hot tub, and scenic trails nearby, it's the perfect getaway for relaxation and adventure. Book your stay now and experience the charm of mountain living. property is on 7 acres across form The Middlebury River where my grandkids love to go swim in the Swim holes.

Imagine a getaway where your mornings start with mountain views and evenings end with games around a wine barrel table at River Stone Lodge. Every corner, from the cozy bedrooms to the game room packed with fun, is designed for your relaxation and enjoyment. Perfect for family and friends, embrace Vermont's beauty in a home that promises more than just a stay but a memorable experience. Your mountain retreat awaits. The Hot Tub anytime day or night.*
Nestled in Vermont's serene Green Mountains, it's your perfect blend of adventure and comfort.
With scenic trails, a river, waterfalls, and lakes nearby, plus cozy amenities including a hot tub, game room, and spacious outdoor lounging areas right at your doorstep, Book your unforgettable getaway now and create memories that last a lifetime. 🌲🏞️ the outdoor dining areas, Campfire ring and hot tub! Nearby skiing both downhill and cross country! winter hiking and snowshoeing and more. Nordic sports nearby.
Imagine unwinding in a hot tub under a starlit sky after a day of adventure or relaxation at River Stone Lodge, your ultimate escape nestled in Vermont's Green Mountains. This serene, pet-friendly haven promises memorable moments for up to 10 guests with amenities like a game room and a secret nook awaiting discovery. Embark on a stay where nature's beauty meets homely comfort. 🌲✨New England Hideaway-
Rich hardwoods, i stonework, and leather furniture set the scene in the open-concept living room. Gather here with for Family and friends visiting time visit before a wonderful meal served in the dining area, or find some quiet time by the fireplace in the warm and cozy lounge.
New England style Lodge/Cabin and 5,000 sq. ft. of sunlit living space makes River Stone Lodge the perfect destination for holidays spent with family and friends and just relax and read your favorite books. The cook in your party will feel right at home in the country-style kitchen and in the outdoor grilling area. A breakfast bar and nook invite you to keep the cook company while they whip up their next creation.
A surround sound system spans throughout the lodge. Enjoy listening in the game room, where you can relax at the bar, challenge a friend to a foosball or billiards game, or pop a fresh batch of popcorn.
The Warm lodge/Cabin living doesn’t stop there, though — an indoor bubble tub invites you for a relaxing soak beneath skylight. Prefer a starlit setting? Find another seven-person hot tub on the patio, plus ample seating for dining .
Woodland Slumber-
Whether you’re visiting Vermont with a group of friends or with extended family, there are accommodations for your family/friends between the 4 relaxing bedrooms, extra rooms and the magical “treetops” loft area. River Stone Lodge is pet-friendly, too! We welcome you to bring two of your furry friends on your stay.

The master suite, detailed with a plush king-size bed and an en-suite bath with bubble tub, walk-in shower, and gorgeous marble and stone accents.
Three other guest rooms have queen-size beds, With one bath with double sinks & sky lit jetted tub across from 3 of the guest rooms. One is ideal for new families with an attached child’s bedroom, and the Bear Room is a fun retreat for older kids with two twin-size beds. There’s also a secret room hidden somewhere in the house — we’ll leave it up to you to find out where!
The downstairs bath is handicap-accessible for added convenience, and one-half bath ensures plenty of room for everyone to get ready before a night out in Middlebury.
The Great Outdoors- So much!
Swim, fish, ski, hike — whatever your outdoor passion, Breadloaf Wilderness brings it all to your doorstep. River Stone Lodge is across from the Middlebury River, rich with trout, and a fun swimming holes up and down Gorgeous Scenic RT 125.
Bring your bike along to cycle picturesque Route 125, or explore the woods on Breadloaf’s 85 miles of mountain biking trails. Downhill and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are minutes away in the Moosaloomoo Recreation Area.
Discover Middlebury’s vibrant restaurant scene close by, and take a trip back in time with our Family dairy farm tour on beautifully conserved land. For our guests, only this is the REAL deal.
At River Stone Lodge, you and your loved ones can experience Vermont’s natural beauty in absolute comfort and style.
EVENTS: We allow weddings & Receptions and other events upon approval on our expansive property. This is in ADDITION to our house rental not included & separate from this site. Please inquire.

Amenities

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Back yard is fenced Lots of Games. campfire ring
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
PLEASE INQUIRE FOR YOUR EVENT! EVENTS COST MORE
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Small pet fee of $10 per pet per night
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Allowed outside the house
Any type of event needs to be cleared with us first that includes birthday parties, reunions ect... There is an Event FEE OVER AND ABOVE THE RENTAL
NO PARTIES or Events are Allowed without prior approval and the EVENT fee PAID in full before arrival. Please CONTACT US.
For those of you booking a WEDDING we have a MAX of 80 guests allowed Plus your rental of the house's sleeping guests. PLEASE email us for DETAILS

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: 75
Note from host: PLEASE INQUIRE FOR YOUR EVENT! EVENTS COST MORE
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome located?

This family-friendly Ripton lodge is located on a river, just steps away from Green Mountain National Forest and Moosalamoo National Recreation Area. Rikert Nordic Center and Robert Frost Wayside Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Family Friendly Near River - Campfires! Hot Tub, Game Rm, Views Pets welcome Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great property and location

This home is very large with plenty of space to spread out in. Nice fenced in yard for pets and plenty of amenities to keep everyone occupied. Fantastic location in the Green Mountain National Forest with plenty of hiking nearby. Conveniently located near Middlebury.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

great for groups

comfortable, roomy... couldn't enjoy outdoor spaces - seating, eating, fire pit - because of mosquitoes but plenty of room inside. Close to nie hikes and walks in the woods
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

laura b.

Best escape ever!

What a wonderful place to escape to. Idyllic setting in Vermont, like a story book! Lots of space for the whole family... time for escaping & relaxing, go on adventure hikes, soak in the hot tub under the stars, BBQ & enjoy the family outdoor loving, play games an have fun with the family in the amazing game room!

6/10 Okay

Emily R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house size and layout was great for families. We all had our own space and large fenced in yard. However all of us commented on how the house was not clean. It seemed like they do quick vacuum and change sheets but that's it. There were dying and dead flies everywhere as if they had bug bombed recently and very dusty/unwiped surfaces. Additionally no trails on the property, and no map. Backyard was completely unusable until we cleaned it up ourself, leaves everywhere so unsafe to have a fire. Crubs on counter and couch. Also little annoyances like 1 roll of paper towels for 4 nights, no extra trashbags, no ziploc bags or tin foil? Really odd when you pay all this for the conveniences of home, but then have to buy that stuff. Love the house itself but would not stay again. Needs a good deep clean and better upkeep.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lea B.

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

Spacious and comfortable home

Convenient to Middlebury, we brought family and Godparents together to celebrate our daughter graduating from Middlebury College. The house is comfortable and spacious. Large, well-equipped kitchen. Hosts were great -- very responsive, helpful, and clear communication. This was a great find -- highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa D.

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

Big beautiful house

The house is huge and beautiful! So much fun playing all the downstairs games and finding the secret room. Made s’mores on bonfire and loved the hot tub. The only negatives were close to road and when out at fire pit it could be noisy. Also the popcorn machine had popcorn pieces and kernels still in it. We weren’t using it anyway but maybe housekeeping overlooked this time. The good completely outweighs the bad this house is truly one of a kind and a great experience for families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect getaway and great hosts!

We just returned from a week at this property. There were 9 of us (4 adults, 4 children, 1 infant). There was more than enough room. The property includes an original house, and then an extension. It is sort of like 2 separate houses in a way, and it was perfect for our two families. The backyard is fuly fenced in, so it was pet friendly. Inside, we enjoyed the whole house sound system, the hot tub, and the game room. Nearby, we enjoyed the Interfaith trail on the Middlebury river. We spent a few mornings there. We also spent time at Mt. Philo, Branbury St Park, Burlington (~45 minutes away). We also had a chane to meet Kris, the host, at her dairy farm. She and Ben gave us a special tour. It was the highlight of the trip for us. THroughout the trip, Kris was in communication. Her recommendations on local area attractions was top notch. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. In a summer where vacation plans looked to be spoiled by Covid, we found this gem and ended up with a very memorable week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ray G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Gorgeous home, Beautiful area. The homeowner was absolutely wonderful and I would suggest to ANYONE to take a family get away HERE.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

GIna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Check-in was easy and the house was all set up and dialed in for a hot day. AC was on and fans were set up. They even left really cute cookies!!!The coffee maker was AWESOME and there were 2 refrigerators which was so luxurious. Hot tub was really nice and clean and perfect temp. Everyone had a ton of fun and loved the uniqueness of the lodge. My calves are sore from going up and down the stairs so many times.Great memories were made and we want to come back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Perfect for a large group of friends/extended family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Great family house close to snowbowl

Stayed here with group of extended family for Middlebury Feb graduation. Location close to snowbowl was perfect. Lots of room in the house and the game room was big plus. Plenty of parking which made life easy for a group coming from all over.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

brenda s.

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

Family Wedding

We had a family wedding nearby so the house was great to have us all together. We also loved the proximity to hiking...across the street! Home had plenty of space for us to spread out if we wanted and spend time together for games and fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian S.

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

Amazing Getaway

The place was great, clean, and spacious for our family. Visited with toddlers and infants and we felt really safe. the area is also very centric to a number of cities and happening towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

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

Great Property

Wonderful property with amazing hiking trails close by. Great place to stay if you are visiting Middlebury College.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lu S.

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

Wonderful home in Ripton

This is truly a property that keeps on giving. We stayed in the summer, when the hiking and outdoors are great. Our dogs loved the fenced in backyard, and the location in Ripton is stupendous. Their are well-known trails throughout the National Forest, and a couple of lesser known trails within walking distance (we see you SPirit In Nature!). The house itself is very comfortable. The kitchen is built to support a large group (two fridges!) and there are many nooks to explore and hide out. Everything was clean. The Game Room? Don't get me started. Fun for all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

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

excellent quirky house

Great house with lots of different types of sleeping spaces. Plenty of space to eat, gather, relax and play. Close to the road, but backyard space is nicely fenced.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

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

Quiet Time.

The house is HUGE! It is very cool with so many areas to get away from each other or areas to gather and enjoy card games, pool games or just some time outside. The hosts are excellent. On our stay the Internet was knocked out, probably a storm, and the host even showed up to coordinate with the internet company and get us WiFi again, which we needed for our jobs. What a great place and great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hugh M., Orinda, CA

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

Great place - it’s our fourth time

Great place. Well maintained, clean, has everything you could ever need. Perfect for a family or multiple families. Love it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel H., Brooklyn, NY

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

Fun property

Enjoyed staying here with our extended family. House was clean and expansive! Lots of lights switches and the heated floors in basement.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Taylor V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

March

Great house for a getaway with family and friends
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Awesome!

The perfect spot for our family and our friend’s family to celebrate our husband’s birthdays. Clean and comfortable with PLENTY of space to accommodate us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vaibhavi U.

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

Fantastic Stay

Absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful house. It was perfect for a winter/ski getaway! The house is better than the photos and Kris/Ben were incredibly gracious and very responsive. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

debra s.

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

what a perfect home

we came with soon to be new in laws.. there was 6 of us... and we have an amazing time.. the home is immaculate and so well stocked with games, spices etc.. they had even decorated the whole home for christmas, inside and out... if there were 10 stars i would rate it as such... we hope to visit again in the future..
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B., Lithia

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

Absolutely perfect trip

Kris & Ben were great hosts, very easy to communicate with. The house was perfect for us, lots of beds & space for all of us. We had snow which helped the Christmas trip plus the decorations & tree. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Albert K.

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

Great VT Getaway for All Seasons

My family highly enjoyed their stay at this property during late Nov time frame. Very comfortable house, lots of room and most excellent game room. Easy check in. Many trails n waterfalls nearby, good restaurants nearby in Middlebury. My only regret is I didn’t use the hot tub this trip. Next time! I recommend property to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021