Title: Serene Woodland Retreat | Leaf-Peeping Paradise This Autumn, VT. 20 min to Killington/14 to Pico. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Serene Woodland Retreat | Leaf-Peeping Paradise This Autumn, VT. 20 min to Killington/14 to Pico. Vacation home in Rutland with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88490000/88481500/88481438/67d8e773.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, music library, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88490000/88481500/88481438/d95ee8ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88490000/88481500/88481438/2cb10afd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88490000/88481500/88481438/5dd9dad2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88490000/88481500/88481438/84c9f6cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the Forest Mountain Escape, a charming mountain retreat in Mendon, VT. Enjoy great mountain views from the cozy living room or on the deck with charcoal BBQ grill and outdoor hot tub. With well-appointed amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi via Starlink satellite and streaming services, this home is perfect for friends and family gatherings. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Serene Woodland Retreat | Leaf-Peeping Paradise This Autumn, VT. 20 min to Killington/14 to Pico. 4X4 REQUIRED IN WINTER! The Forest Mountain Escape is a charming four bedroom, two bathroom mountain retreat that's located in Mendon, VT - only 20 minutes to Killington ski resort and even closer to all the shops and restaurants of Rutland, VT. Spread out on two floors, you'll find great mountain views, well-appointed amenities, new furnishings, a great deck with charcoal BBQ grill, and an outdoor hot tub. It's the perfect place to come back to after a day on the slopes and gather with friends and family in the cozy living room with open kitchen. This well-cared for mountain home is located on a private road amongst acres and acres of forest, and its beautiful mountainside location also means that it may be difficult to access in the winter and during mud season. By booking this home, you agree that you understand the conditions of access and have a proper 4x4 vehicle with snow tires if needed. Once you're here, you won't want to leave! (Optional hot tub fee and pet fee may apply. Please read below.) The house layout is as follows: Main Floor Bedroom 1: king bed Bedroom 2: day bed with trundle Bedroom 3: full bed Bathroom 1: tub with shower and toilet Second Floor Bedroom 3: king bed Bathroom 2: tub with shower and toilet Streaming services and high-speed Wi-Fi via Starlink satellite are provided. House Rules: • 4X4 REQUIRED! This property is on a windy mountain road and may be difficult to access during the winter and mud season without a 4x4 vehicle. By booking this home, you understand and accept the limitations and complications on accessing this property. GPS directions may not be accurate to this property, but we will send you detailed instructions. ​​​​​​​• There is an optional $195 set up fee if you wish to have that running for your stay. You understand use of hot tub is at your own risk and that special risks may be involved in using the hot tub. You accept full responsibility for any bodily injury arising from use of the hot tub, and hold owner and property manager harmless. • The speed limit on our road is 5 MPH and must be observed at all times, especially when passing through a neighbor's property on the private road. • Our minimum rental age is 25. • We have some flexibility around our standard check in and check out times depending on other bookings. Guaranteed early check in or late check out may be available for an additional charge. • We will provide you with access codes for our smart locks for contactless check in and check out. • Our entire home is non-smoking (e-cigs included). You may only smoke outdoors. There is a $1500 fine for smoking in the house. • Events and parties are not permitted. • Quiet hours are from 10pm - 8am. • Up to two dogs are permitted with the payment of our non-refundable $155 pet fee. You must pick up after your pets and keep them on our property, not the neighbors. • You must e-sign and return our written rental agreement after you complete your booking. • For your safety and ours, we have a doorbell camera on the house pointed at the driveway and another camera on the back deck. This is not in any of the living areas. • Quiet hours are from 10pm - 8am. We use Minut, smart home technology that measures volume levels throughout the property and allows us to respond to noise nuisances without disrupting your stay. Minut is 100% privacy compliant and is required on this property. If you have any questions, please ask. We are committed to your comfort so please let us know if we can do anything during your stay to make it more enjoyable. • Fireworks are not permitted. • Winter weather is unpredictable. We do not offer weather-related refunds and recommend purchasing travel insurance for any unforeseen events. All wheel drive and winter tires are also recommended. SKI RESORTS: Pico Mountain (8.9 miles), Killington Snowshed Base (14.7 miles), Killington K1 Base (15.3 miles) GOLF: Rutland Country Club (4.8 miles), Green Mountain National Golf Course (13.4 miles), Killington Golf Course (14.6 miles) NIGHTLIFE/DINING: Countryman's Pleasure (2.5 miles), Vermont Tap House (2.8 miles), Table 24 (3.2 miles), McGrath's Irish Pub (9.2 miles), Pickle Barrel (12.5 miles), Wobbly Barn (13.0 miles) WEDDINGS: Killington Grand Resort (14.7 miles), Mountain Top Inn & Resort (10.1 miles) AIRPORT: Rutland Regional Airport (8.4 miles), Burlington International Airport (68.9 miles), Albany International Airport (93.5 miles), Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (127 miles), Boston-Logan (175 miles) ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Music library - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 2,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33556500/33556452/1500aff4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic Home w/glass house, mtn views, swim pond, near skiing, weekly discounts west rutland - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 87 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=33556452&PinnedHotelID=33556452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95840000/95830600/95830555/6f3aa867.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Killington Escape for Summer- Hot Tub, Family Fun-Minutes from Killington & Pico Rutland - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=95830555&PinnedHotelID=95830555&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72940000/72937100/72937089/6274b4ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Winter Lore – 4BR Mountain Getaway w/ Hot Tub, Game Room & Pet-Friendly Vibes! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number MRT-10030070 ### Property is also known as 570536 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.60339%2C-72.92604&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MKzaMGjC7l8uesam_JVMfhDo_6g=) Mendon, VT #### What's nearby - Rutland Regional Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.3 km - Vermont State Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 4.7 km - Paramount Theater - 7 min drive - 4.8 km - Pico Mountain at Killington Ski Resort - 14 min drive - 15.8 km - Killington Peak - 36 min drive - 31.9 km #### Getting around - Rutland Station - 9 min drive - Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬7 min drive - ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬6 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Serene Woodland Retreat | Leaf-Peeping Paradise This Autumn, VT. 20 min to Killington/14 to Pico. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Serene Woodland Retreat | Leaf-Peeping Paradise This Autumn, VT. 20 min to Killington/14 to Pico.? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Serene Woodland Retreat | Leaf-Peeping Paradise This Autumn, VT. 20 min to Killington/14 to Pico.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Serene Woodland Retreat | Leaf-Peeping Paradise This Autumn, VT. 20 min to Killington/14 to Pico. located? > Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Rutland Regional Medical Center, Green Mountain Rock Climbing Center, and Chaffee Art Center. Paramount Theater is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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