A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Balcony
Internet access
Explore the area
Fayston, VT
Mad River Glen Cooperative
Place, Mad River Glen Cooperative
5 min drive
Single Chair Lift
Place, Single Chair Lift
5 min drive
Mad River
Place, Mad River
7 min drive
Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
53 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
“WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “.
Rent by the ,Week, or Month . Please contact me for long term rates. Secluded mountain top home, where you can sit on the porch and Paint or simply take in the views outside the Art studio in the Gardens. This lovely three bedroom property which is set on five acres with woodland and mountain views offers comfort and seclusion while only being a few minutes’ drive to the ski mountains that offer plenty to do all year round, without the crowds. We are nestled between Mt Ellen and Lincoln also known as "Sugarbush” and Mad River Glen. While Stowe and Killington are just a 35 and 45 minutes drive, respectively.
The accommodation consists of a Queen suite on the main floor only two steps into the home and a double bedrooms or a bunk room (max 5 guests) ( which is fun if you bring children).
This luxury spacious house has a recreation room with 55 Inch flat screen smart TV with Netflix and Hulu and DVD and Video system. Pool table and table football. The kitchen is newly renovated and is fully fitted out, there is a nice dining area with a comfortable lounge and a large open log fireplace.
The accommodations work well if only one or five choose to stay.
The Area: The Mad River Valley and the towns of Warren and Waitsfield are quintessentially Vermont. Located minutes from Sugarbush and Mad River Glen. The area offers endless entertainment all year round. Bridges Resort boasts to be one of the top ten Tennis facilities in the USA. Great Golf courses, hiking, biking, swimming, kayaking, skiing (cross country and downhill), snowshoeing, sledding, horse riding with Icelandic horses and swimming holes along the Mad River.
Blueberry Lake is just down the road as is the Sugarbush airport, with both a grass and paved airstrip, it is one of the most beautiful soaring sites in the country. The towns offer antique stores, boutiques, pottery and glass art studios, and a farmers and artisan market every Saturday.
Shopping and Sightseeing: . Burlington is just under an hour away, Montpelier is half an hour and downtown Montreal is a two hour drive. While Boston is three hour drive and New York six.
Options: Housekeeping services available.
Rental: by the week, month or season.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Waitsfield
Located in Waitsfield, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Sugarbush Ski Resort and Practice Slope Chair Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Waitsfield Main Street and Warren Main Street. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
The Big Picture Theater & Cafe - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
Waterbury Station - 27 min drive
Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Castlerock Pub - 14 min drive
Lawson's Finest Liquids - 8 min drive
Allyn's Lodge - 29 min drive
Wünderbar - 15 min drive
Green Mountain Lounge - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. ?
As of 1 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. on 6 Aug 2026 start from AU$120,890, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. located?
This family-friendly Waitsfield holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mad River Valley, Practice Slope Chair Lift and Single Chair Lift. Green Mountain Cultural Center and Green Mountain National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Perfect mountain experience tell us about your stay
Great time was had by all
Howard S.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
Randi P.
29 Oct 2018
Beautiful convenient property - needs some attention
gorgeous views, pleasant surroundings. Fairly attentive/at least reachable hosts. Could use some written instructions, repairs of leaking toilet, broken window, but overall a good house for 8 people!
Randi P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
About the host
Hosted by Owner
Why they chose this property
When only the best will do.
What makes this property unique
Beautifully furnished quality home on 5 acreas with breathtaking views.