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Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest

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A grassy outdoor area with a path, two blue Adirondack chairs, and a small table.
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television mounted on the wall.
A rustic kitchen with wooden beams, a white refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a rocking chair.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 660 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Ripton, VT
  • Place, Moosalamoo National Recreation Area
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Robert Frost Wayside Trail
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Rikert Nordic Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State)
    ‪82 min drive‬

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About the area

Ripton

A family-friendly stay in Ripton awaits you at this cabin. You'll be steps from Green Mountain National Forest. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and cabin features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub as well as access to a playground. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a games room and charcoal grills.
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What's nearby

  • Moosalamoo National Recreation Area - 11 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Robert Frost Wayside Trail - 14 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Rikert Nordic Center - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Robert Frost Farm National Historic Site - 17 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Middlebury College Snow Bowl Ski Area - 18 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosie's Restaurant & Coffee Shop - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Drop-In Brewing Company - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Waybury Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Magic Wok - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest

Open year round, Robert Frost Mountain Cabins offers 7 fully furnished, artisan-crafted timber frame cabins at a picturesque & secluded setting in the Green Mtn National Forest. It's a getaway of rustic charm and contemporary comforts!

Cabin #5 - Owl's Branch is best described as "woodsy" both inside and out. It's the perfect choice for those wanting a camping experience without giving up comfort or convenience of home and hearth.

Our common area, which we refer to as the Loft, guests have access to DVD's, books, games, TV, exercise equipment, trail maps/guides and area information. We also invite you to explore and enjoy our forest trails, campfire pit, berry bushes, frog pond and sledding hill.
After a day of exploring, our outdoor hot tub overlooking the beauty of Bread Loaf Mountain soothes your tired muscles and is open 24x7.
Complimentary laundry facilities, just a short walk from your cabin, are always accessible.
In addition:
- Free wi-fi is available in your cabin and common areas.
- Firewood is complimentary and plentiful.
- Charcoal grills are located at each cabin
- Complimentary snowshoes and sleds are available in a variety of sizes and styles.

Nestled on 112 acres in the Green Mountain National Forest, Robert Frost Mountain Cabins are located "off the beaten path" on a well maintained gravel road in quaint Ripton, VT - summer home of renowned poet, Robert Frost. Our half mile long driveway is just long enough to leave your cares behind. The cabins are also just a short drive from the beautiful village of Middlebury (listed on the National Register of Historic Places) - home to Middlebury College. The college's downtown and Bread Loaf campuses are both less than 10 miles away. And the town has something for everybody - museums, historic sites, restaurants, music, art, shopping, Tasting Trail, hiking trails and more. For outdoor enthusiasts, nearby trails, ski centers, rivers and lakes offer an abundance of fun recreational opportunities throughout the year.

We live on the property and will be here to make sure that all of your needs are met. Forgot charcoal? We've got it. Want help choosing a hiking trail? We're happy to give you first hand advice. Looking for a place to get local meats or produce? We know the best places! But we also respect your privacy and recognize that you may just be here for peace and quiet, solitude or quality time together. We won't be offended if you just want time alone.

Please note that the 43" UHD Smart TV in your cabin is provided for DVD viewing or streaming from your own account. The TV in our common area, The Loft, offers DVD viewing and streaming from our account.

Our well insulated cabins have been designed with both comfort and energy efficiency in mind. Each cabin has a high-efficiency split-system heating/air conditioning unit to provide our guests with year-round comfort.

Our pet fee is just $25/night for each pet (2 pet maximum).
If you'd like a pet-free cabin, please search for either our Peak Perspective, Sunrise Vista, Blackberry Bend or Evening Star cabins.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number 4870

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest have a pool?

No, this cabin doesn't have a pool.

What makes Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and fireplaces help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest.

Is Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest?

No, Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Welcoming, pet-friendly cabin in Green Mountain Nat'l Forest Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

John H.

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

Very cool spot

Our group booked this place for a ski trip to sugarbush. A remote area, but the cabin was very cool and our host were the best. The warm cinnamon twists in the morning were a big hit and the hot tub was perfect after a day of skiing. Would definitely look into booking this in the summer/fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Honeymoon heaven.

We had an amazing time. It was our honeymoon. When we got there we saw a sign that said congratulations Michael and Julianne. The cabin was incredible. Marty the host was fantastic. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

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

Lovely

We were in Vermont for my daughter's graduation and loved staying at the cabin. It is beautiful, and Carol and Marty are wonderful hosts: responsive and welcoming. A special treat: homemade cinnamon twists delivered to your door.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

debbie i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beyond beautiful

Billing issue
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was magical! We booked it for just one night, to cover a gap we realized we had on our cross-country road trip. We were just happy to have a place to stay roughly in between our northern and central Vermont destinations, but it turned out this was the best rental of all. The cabin and property were both so beautiful! The screened-in back porch was so quiet and calming. The beds were comfortable and the air conditioning meant we slept well. The cinnamon buns Jaime and Chris delivered in the morning were delicious! The property has well-marked trails so we could enjoy being out in nature, but we didn’t have to forego modern amenities (There was WIFI and a car charger). I wish we could have spent a lot more time here. We will definitely come again the next time we are in Vermont.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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

A Perfect Anniversary Getaway

Beautiful spot on earth. So grateful for Carol and Marty to share this piece of solitude in nature. Perfectly maintained, met with a welcome sign and all accommodations needed. We will definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Super cozy!

The property is very well thought out, beautiful, and rustic.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George O.

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

AMAZING ACCOMODATIONS

It is impossible to say how amazingly wonderful the cabins that Marty and Carol constructed in Ripton, VT. Each cabin is nicely separated from the others. And each cabin has all the conveniences of home with TOP QUALITY appliances/AC/ etc. The rooms are fantastic, the woods used inside are all stained or natural and blend perfectly together. The quality is tops..you can feel it. The doors are solid, the table and chairs are stable, the WiFi is perfect, the bathrooms are perfect and of a great size. the shower is huge and a walk-in !!! The mattresses are top quality, the terrace with table and chairs and floor to ceiling windows are marvelous !! What a place...just the best cabins we have ever seen!! These people are bright, hard working, of good humor, down to earth and just totally devoted to your comfort and satisfaction. Can't recommend this wonderful hideaway enough! And they are wonderfully PET FRIENDLY....just totally amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deseray C.

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

My daughters 4th birthday

I was very excited to come to Vermont to ski with my family for the first time and celebrate my daughters 4th birthday. Marty greeted my boyfriend and I while my parents were out food shopping. He was nice but we were a little unsettled when he told my daughter “happy birthday little girl” instead of asking for her name. Marty did explain his policy for not having young children in the hot tub because there is a risk of them using the bathroom. Unbeknownst to my boyfriend and I, my parents took my daughter to the hot tub late at night after enjoying her birthday cake. When my boyfriend and I went to use the hot tub early in the morning Carol was standing in the empty hot tub cleaning it out. I greeted her “good morning” and instantly knew there was a problem by her cold reaction. She told me my daughter had been in the hot tub and she now had to come out in below freezing temperatures to hand clean it. My boyfriend and I were so stunned at her tone and mannerisms that we literally could not respond. She then began tapping on the window to the laundry room to alert her husband Marty to join in on the tongue lashing. We apologized and said we forgot to inform our elderly parents about the child rule (not to mention my daughter did not and would not relieve herself, she is trained in swimming school). We quickly packed our belongings and left. We knew there’d be a possibility of feeling out of place because let’s face it, a black family in Vermont isn’t the norm. But all in all, we made the best out of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MaryBeth N.

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

Wonderful place to spend time with family.

I can't say enough about our stay at Marty and Carol's beautiful place. They were so accommodating, and there are so many thoughtful touches - not only in the cabin, but across the property. They even made temporary dog tags in case a visiting dog wanders away! We look forward to being able to come back some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D.

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

Amazing Romantic Getaway

We loved staying at Marty & Carol's special place in Vermont. We could tell as soon as we arrived how much care & attention to detail went into making the property. A few tips: -Save the google map journey & details about the reservation (your cabin number) before you depart. We lost signal right after entering Ripton. -The hot tub is shared between all 7 cabins. We got lucky and were able to use it a couple times, but others were waiting on us to leave. -If you love movies, the loft has an extensive selection of DVDs! We brought a chromecast and were able to stream our favorite movies that way. -There is a sledding hill & sleds! We had so much fun sledding together-- we felt like kids again! Thank you Carol & Marty for hosting us, we had such a great time and will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

joy c.

A Quiet Getaway

It was my boyfriends 24th birthday so i surprised him with a weekend get away in the woods! Marty and Carol made him a customized Happy Birthday sign that sat at the end of the driveway so that was a nice surprise. This place really is WAY in the woods which was perfect. Our first night in the cabin was amazing everything was really clean and cozy. The town to get food isn't too far maybe about 15 mins. The next morning of your stay Carol makes homemade cinnatwists that are delivered to your door, they are to die for. The cabin offers a lot of things to do on the property such as snowshoeing and the hot tub and a loft area with games and such. My only complaint is when booking i thought that each cabin had their own hot tub which is not the case. There is a shared hot tub with all the cabins that are renting. (6) total i think. Not a huge deal but something to keep in mind while booking, Overall it was a really good stay and would still recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019