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Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush

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An outdoor deck with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a wooden fence. - Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush (Moretown)
A covered porch with a wooden ceiling and a glass door. - Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush (Moretown)
A living room with a blue sofa, a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, a plant, and a fireplace. - Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush (Moretown)
A two-story house with a porch, a driveway, and a river in the background. - Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush (Moretown)
A spacious living area with a pool table, wooden dining table, and green armchairs. - Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush (Moretown)
At Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to laundry facilities and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush

  • Welcome to the Mighty River Retreat - a peaceful, riverfront oasis nestled on the Mad River in Moretown, Vermont! Centrally located near Waitsfield, Waterbury/Stowe and Montpelier, this family friendly home is perfect base for adventures- skiing, hiking, biking & breweries! Enjoy yoga on the patio overlooking the river, cold plunge via the private swim access and then relax in the Finnish cedar sauna. Perfect for families looking for a fun summer getaway, fall foliage adventure or ski retreat.

    About the Property:
    Enter the home through the quaint front porch with rocking chairs ready for you to relax and enjoy the breeze and gardens full of flowers and shrubs. You will find open concept living room and kitchen with natural light flooding in, radiant heated hardwood floors and craftsman woodwork detail throughout.

    The living space has two cozy couches (including a sleeper sofa) and an entertainment center with smart TV and electric fireplace ready for cozy movie nights with the family and cabinet full of games for the family and toys for kids. There is a closet ready for your coats and half bathroom off the side entrance.

    French doors open the kitchen and dining area up to a spacious outdoor space perfect for entertaining with outdoor dining table with umbrella, Weber grill and sectional. Imagine yoga in the sun on the back deck before a morning coffee, then a cool plunge in the clear water for a refresh in your own swimming hole. Then warm up in the sauna overlooking the river. There is a gentle sloping yard down to the riverfront with ample space for lawn games and an area ready for campfires.

    Upstairs you will find 2 bedrooms. The first bedroom has a queen bed and has 2 windows that let in lots of natural light. The second bedroom is equipped with a queen bed and 2 twin beds and overlooks the river and rushing of the river can be heard when windows are open, weather permitting. There is a full bathroom (with tub) between the bedrooms rooms that is equipped with all your bathing needs as well as a washer and dryer.

    Location, location, location!
    Moretown is a small town along the Mad River just minutes off Interstate 89 with incredible proximity to recreational opportunities like Sugarbush, Stowe, the Long Trail as well as UVM hospitals, VT statehouse, golf courses, local breweries and shopping. It is located 30 minutes from the Burlington airport. During the summer months, there is a lovely island and swimming hole in the back of the property.

    A short walk from the front door (near the Town Office and Moretown Elementary School), you will find newly resurfaced tennis/pickleball courts, a playground, ballfields, hiking trails, sledding hills, and a recently constructed mountain bike system that winds its way through the Moretown Woods. Also a short walk from the home, the Moretown General Store is a friendly and convenient full service market.

    Great coffee shops, breweries and restaurants and some of the best creemees are just down the road in Middlesex, Waitsfield, Waterbury and Montpelier.

    There are 2 EV charging stations nearby -
    Both are right off the 89 exit (at the Middlesex Park and Ride) and in the parking lot of Red Hen Baking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Pickleball
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave used beds unmade
Take kitchen trash and recycling to outside bin in the shed
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No smoking is allowed anywhere on the property. Keep quiet hours of 10pm to 7am. Shoes off inside the house.
All children must be supervised at all times. No children should be near the road, sauna or river without close adult supervision.
Allow for exterior ongoing maintenance (i.e. trash pick up, landscaping) to occur at the predetermined times

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Owner must clean up and dispose of all dog poop.

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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Moretown is home to this holiday home. Main Street Studio and Elaine Beckwith Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Big Eddy Covered Bridge and Skinner Barn. Travelling with kids? Consider Green Mountain Cultural Center and The Cabot Annex Store. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging. Visit our Moretown travel guide
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Moretown, VT

What's nearby

  • A hilly landscape with autumn foliage, green fields, and scattered trees.
    Mad River Valley
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A snow-covered ski slope with a red lodge and a person snowboarding.
    Sugarbush Ski Resort
    21 min drive - 24.9 km
  • A tall brick clock tower with a dome and a smaller clock on the side, surrounded by pine trees.
    University of Vermont
    40 min drive - 72.0 km
  • A ski lift with red gondolas ascending a snowy mountain slope.
    Stowe Mountain Resort
    43 min drive - 58.4 km
  • A mountainous landscape with autumn foliage.
    Smugglers' Notch Resort
    48 min drive - 65.9 km

Getting around

  • Waterbury Station
    15 min drive
  • Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Prohibition Pig
    14 min drive
  • Prohibition Pig Brewery
    14 min drive
  • Red Hen Bakery And Café
    11 min drive
  • Blackback Pub
    14 min drive
  • The Mad Taco
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush located?

Located in Moretown, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Mad River Valley and within 6 mi (10 km) of Waitsfield Main Street and Mad River. Main Street Studio and Elaine Beckwith Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Mad River Valley riverfront retreat - sauna, swimming, pooltable, near Sugarbush Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great property! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.Would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a very nice and pet friendly family friendly recommend it for the summer and it was a good location between Stowe and Sugarbush
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had great stay. We visited my daughter for Thanksgiving and had an awesome time. The home is very comfortable, clean, peaceful and the view of the river is great. I would definitely return and do recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a family weekend at the beautiful mad river retreat. The house was very comfortable, clean and well organized. We explored the river and swam in the clean and refreshing water hole by the house. This was our first visit to the mad river valley and won’t be the last, We really enjoyed the mountains, beautiful scenery and friendly community and had much fun tubing and fishing. Michelle was an amazing host!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, adorable little Vermont country home. Host is friendly and quick to respond. We are extremely happy with our stay. Beautiful, tranquil, well kept home and property. Beautiful perennials, outdoor sauna, outdoor fire pit overlooking the mad River. The sound of the mad River is so peaceful. This house comes with everything you need and can think of. Just bring your groceries and suitcase. Comfortable beds and bedding. We highly recommend and will definitely return next year. Guest book to sign and a welcome package with book listing check in/ check out details and local restaurants. Instructions on how to use sauna and emergency contact info. They have everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and had everything that we needed. Lively view of the river in the back and we enjoyed the outdoor sauna. We attended a wedding in Moretown and it was the perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026