[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious pet & family-friendly, fastest wifi! Giant playset, fire pit, & games! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63864700/63864672/60aa659c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63864700/63864672/6035fcba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63864700/63864672/fddf185c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63864700/63864672/fc33b9e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63864700/63864672/5fbc9fe4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Bear’s Den is your ultimate retreat in Southern Vermont, offering 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths to accommodate large families or groups. Enjoy a game night by the RealFlame fireplace, challenge each other at the pool table, or relax with espresso from the coffee bar. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 141800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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. ### Spacious pet & family-friendly, fastest wifi! Giant playset, fire pit, & games! Open concept family friendly home with room for everyone! This unit is one full side of a duplex at 1800 square feet set on just under 4 acres. It offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths. Sleeping arrangements to accommodate 8+ guests. Plus, room for your family dog! Moose Crossing is in close proximity to all Southern Vermont has to offer. Minutes to Downtown Wilmington with its quaint shops and a variety of dining options. The Village Roost offers a wide variety of breakfast and lunch choices, bonus GF options too! Anchor Seafood and Alpen Glow are fantastic dinner choices. If you prefer to cook, stop by Jacksonville General store, just 10 minutes away. You can pick up things to grill, fresh produce, a few essentials, as well as, wine and beer. Shaw’s supermarket and Walgreens are 5 minutes away for those planning an extended stay. The house is stocked with plates, bowls, utensils, glasses and cookware to make cooking and dining in a breeze. It is just a short 10 minute ride to Mount Snow and Haystack Golf Courses and Lake Whitingham. You can rent all sorts of boats from High Country Marine which is also only a 10 minute drive from our home. Wards Beach is one of the many spots along the lake you can find picnics tables and access to the beach. It is 7 minutes away, free to the public and dog friendly. Molly Stark State Park is less than 5 minutes from our home. Perfect for hiking, exploring, and camping. It is also dog friendly. Lake Raponda where you can enjoy fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming is only 5 minutes away. It is free to residents and their guests. That means you! Dogs are not allowed. Sprague & Son Sugar house is a 10 minute drive. They offer the best maple syrup, confections, and ice cream! Hogback Mountain is less than 10 minutes. You will find the most AMAZING 100 mile view, hiking trails, distillery, brewery, general store and Southern Vermont museum. More hiking trails, and vast access right on our road less than a mile away. We have 2 sets of golf clubs and 2 road bikes for guest use on the property. Large comfortable sectional in living area with giant smart tv. New RealFlame fireplace. Beautiful 8’ pool table converts into a ping pong and dining table. You can easily fit 12 people around the table for family meals. All table linens provided. Dart Board, puzzles, board games and more make this the space everyone will congregate to make lasting memories. The coffee bar is stocked with complementary coffee and tea to start your day off right. High-speed fiber optic cable internet for those looking to work remotely is fast, reliable, and free for our guests. Accommodations are perfect for large groups, three families can easily share this home. Antler Forest and Moose Tracks bedrooms each have a queen bed with a full size loft bed. Little Calf Creek has a full over full log bunk bed and a queen sized pull out couch with a Ms. Pac-Man Arcade, smart tv for streaming movies or favorite tv shows and an HDMI cable to hook up your gaming console. Perfect for relaxing after a fun day exploring Southern Vermont! Bulls & Cows, the primary bedroom, features a beautiful king bed right off the main living area. All new mattresses, pillows and linens in all the bedrooms. Two beautifully renovated spa like bathrooms with rain shower and handheld sprayers. The downstairs bathroom has a large tub for soaking your bones after an adventure filled day. The upstairs bathroom has a spacious shower and bidet toilet. All new bath towels are provided. Adirondack chairs and fire pit for roasting marshmallows, gathering with friends and family, and stargazing are right off the back deck. Corn hole and a wheeled cooler are available for guest use. Cook up some hot dogs and burgers on the propane grill located on the back deck. Ample parking and circular driveway make getting in and out an easy task. Bear Dumpster for garbage and recycling on property. No need for a run to the dump after your stay. Seasonal renters welcome! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Table tennis - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours 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% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Bicycles - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 1,800 square feet - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100781500/100781455/dbe8ea74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Chalet - PetFriendly/HotTub/Firepit/GameRoom/AC Wilmington - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=100781455&PinnedHotelID=100781455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76460000/76458600/76458538/4e8882df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dog-friendly home w/ WiFi, private washer/dryer, and wood & electric fireplaces West Dover - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.2 Very good 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=76458538&PinnedHotelID=76458538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64570000/64569900/64569898/50a4fda2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mt Snow for families! 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Failure to do so will result in an additional $50 fee. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ## About the area Located in Wilmington, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. Buzzy Park and Southern Vermont Natural History Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit South Main Street and Brattleboro Farmers' Market. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowmobiling. [Visit our Wilmington travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Wilmington.dx175314) [View more Vacation homes in Wilmington](https://www.expedia.ca/Wilmington-Private-Vacation-Homes.d175314-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C42.84596%2C-72.83019&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-8mwVMt15GtGc6-bxq6Q4zMSu8E=) Wilmington, VT ### What's nearby - Lake Raponda - 8 min drive - 5.0 km - South Main Street - 9 min drive - 6.8 km - Molly Stark State Park - 11 min drive - 5.0 km - The Hermitage Golf Club - 16 min drive - 11.4 km - Mount Snow - 27 min drive - 25.3 km ### Getting around - Brattleboro Station - 31 min drive - Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 71 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive - ‪Jax On Tap - ‬12 min drive - ‪Snow Republic Brewery - ‬14 min drive - ‪Wahoos Eatery - ‬5 min drive - ‪Squeeze - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spacious pet & family-friendly, fastest wifi! Giant playset, fire pit, & games! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Spacious pet & family-friendly, fastest wifi! Giant playset, fire pit, & games!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Spacious pet & family-friendly, fastest wifi! Giant playset, fire pit, & games!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Spacious pet & family-friendly, fastest wifi! Giant playset, fire pit, & games! located? > This family-friendly Wilmington vacation home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Raponda, Buzzy Park and South Main Street. Molly Stark State Park and The Art of Humor Gallery are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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