Location! Location! Location! Retreat to this warm, private, stylish, cozy, peaceful, and well-equipped home in a lakeside community bordering Green Mountain National Forest. There is EVERYTHING to do here for nature and outdoor recreational enthusiasts: Nordic + Alpine Ski, snowmobile, hike, bike, fish, swim, float - or just relax in nature. Plus it's only a short drive to quaint towns, shops, and restaurants. The space Let's GO! SUMMER - enjoy fishing, swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding on Big Pond just a few minutes walk from the house, A short drive brings you to Woodford State Park with another beautiful lake, hikes, and boat rentals. Another 15 minutes will bring you to Harriman Reservoir, also known as Lake Whitingham. Motorboat and jet ski rentals are available. Drive down a nearby dirt road and visit the stunning Somerset Reservoir for great fishing. Endless Hiking and biking trails are nearby (and just out your door) in Green Mountain National Forest, including a trailhead that connects to the Long and Appalachian Trails. Head up to nearby Mount Snow for summer concerts and downhill mountain bike riding and events! WINTER: Ski, snowshoe, cross-country, snowmobile, sled - 30 min to Mount Snow, 50 to Stratton, and 1 mile from Prospect Mtn Nordic Ski Center which is also a great place for sledding and snowshoeing. There is immediate access to the VAST trail (Snowmobile paradise) with rentals and tours just down the road. Get CREATIVE: The house comes with Roku TV, Games, Puzzles, Books (kids and adults), Record Player, lots of Art supplies, a Guitar - capo + picks Get COOKING: Fully stocked kitchen with Vitamix, blender, and an Air Fryer. Get ACTIVE: Two mountain bikes, lake toys, 2 paddle boards, hiking poles, snowshoes and sleds. EXPLORE: Enjoy the nearby city/town (15 minutes) of Bennington, VT (For history buffs - visit the Bennington Battlefield (1777) Monument ). And the quaint town of Wilmington (20 min) with its antique shops, restaurants, local spa, and Vermont wares (think Maple Syrup and lots of crafts) is located on the way to Mount Snow. The house is a light, stylish, cozy 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with a fully equipped kitchen, large screen Roku TV, washer + Dryer, and lovely rain shower. It is a short walk to the lake and the resident's private beach access. Enjoy the sound of 2 seasonal babbling creeks through the property, a backyard fire pit with seating, an outdoor charcoal grill, and two porches overlooking the surrounding forest. Access to the House is off a relatively level dirt and gravel road and the driveway has a slight incline and is also dirt and gravel. There is lots of room for snowmobile trailers and RVs. The private road and driveway are regularly plowed in the winter. More detailed information is available in the Guest Guide. Guest access The entire home and property, as well as the private community beach and lake located a short walk away. Other things to note The house is ranch house with only one floor, but does have about 5 steps up to both the front and back porch you'll need to climb to enter the house. In the winter, the road and driveway are plowed regularly, however, we do not have a service to shovel or clear the porch steps. We try to do this for your arrival, but depending on the weather and timing, you may need to clear the steps. Shovels are placed around the property. Woodford is located at a 2,300-foot elevation and is on the way to several ski mountains. This area gets considerably more snow than the nearby town of Bennington, VT. Please be aware that you'll be driving on route 9 - The Molly Stark Byway. In the winter snow tires, all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive vehicles would be best. In severe winter weather, there is a chance the road between Bennington and Woodford could temporarily close. You can check the status at vtrans”dot”Vermont”dot”gov.