Beautiful Secluded Maple Corner Cottage Near Curtis Pond! Ski, Swim, Hike, Bike! | House in Calais

3 Bedroom House in Stowe Area, Calais
Calais Cottage is nestled in the woods off a quiet road in historic Maple Corner of Calais, Vermont. This is our family's little slice of heaven and after years of traveling around vermont, what we find as the most absolutely magical location. Calais Cottage, an 1850s farmhouse with old-world, New England charm with modern conveniences. A recently updated kitchen and bathroom, with large 2nd floor bedrooms, offers ample gathering space for family and friends. A screened in back porch and outdoor patio to gaze at the woods, with winter views of Curtis Pond; a large backyard with areas to play, BBQ or just sit and listen to the quiet world around. A few minute walk down the path behind the house to Curtis Pond for summer swimming, kayaking, and stand up paddleboarding (please inquire about renting) or heads to the public dock in maple corner for more swimming, boat launch, kayaking and SUPing. In the winter take part in a bit of Maple Corner history with public Ice Skating and Hockey in the winter. Take a morning one mile walk or bike ride to the Maple Corner General Store for groceries or a bite to eat, or an evening stroll to the Whammy Bar for live music, dinner, and drinks. Walk or bike the area through endless trails, or take 3 mile loop walk and visit the old saw mill and historic kents corners church. Our location is within driving distance of everything you can imagine. Take a short 15 minute drive to explore the beautiful city of Montpelier for shopping, dining out, and exploring. A quick drive to cabot for sightseeing, apple picking (and live irish music at The Den on sundays!) Shoot over to Waterbury in 20-25 minutes for dining at some of vermonts best restaurants and pubs, craft breweries and amazing mountain bike trails or continue another 15 minutes up to Stowe Village . A Scenic 40 minute drive either through Waterbury or through Lake Elmore (a beautiful scenic route!) to Stowe for shopping, dining, Vermont's most famous breweries, and absolutely amazing hikes all along the stunning Smuggler's Notch area. 40 Minutes to Warren and the Mad River area for more dining, brews, shopping, and covered bridges.. An easy drive to ski Sugarbush, Bolton Valley, Stowe and more. 50 minutes to Burlington to take in lake champlain, the famous church street shopping, Winooski village, and great dining and breweries! We are also right on the border of the famous Northeast Kingdom, where hiking and nature abound, along with the world famous Hill Farmstead brewery an easy 30 minutes away. A 15-20 minute drive to hardwick for shops and eats, or see the 50 miles views from the amazing Nichol's Ledge. Get to Jay Peak ski area and the Canadian border in under 1.5 hours.
Calais Cottage is a place for wanderers and artists, outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, skiers and leaf-peepers and months of endless year round fun, or just a quiet place to relax. The opportunities for exploring are limitless here. Come meet this magical place and learn why we fell in love with it!
The space
The Kitchen
At the heart of this house stand a beautiful and inviting open format kitchen with floating shelves, Butcher block counter tops, and wood flooring. The kitchen is fully equipped with a stainless steal refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, breakfast bar and range oven. Enjoy your meals together at the farmhouse table with seating for the whole family or at the beautiful breakfast bar over looking the kitchen.
We have done our best to offer all the necessities of a chef’s kitchen. We love to cook and have prepared the kitchen to satisfy most home chefs.
Bedrooms
The home is equipped with three bedrooms. One on the main floor off of the living room and two on the upper level. The bedrooms on the upper level include the primary suite to the right of the top of the stair with a queen and daybed, and a larger room with a queen and two twin beds. We have optimal space for the entire family or a large space group.
TVs in the home are located in the upstairs primary bedroom and downstairs bedroom.
Bathroom
There is one bathroom located in the home with floor to ceiling, sleek and modern stylish touches with a beautiful rain shower showerhead.
Laundry Room
Off the kitchen and bathroom is a laundry room and pantry, it is available for your convenience.
Outdoors and BBQ
We have a beautiful screened in porch area located at the backside of the house overlooking the large backyard. We also have an outdoor stone patio with furniture and a charcoal grill (charcoal available at the maple corner store) as well as an area in the backyard with a small firepit.
Stroll down the path on the north side of the backyard to the dock where you can launch your kayak, canoe, or paddleboard in summer, or ice skating in winter. Please be respectful as this is a path and dock that our neighbors have graciously allowed us to use.
The cottage is supplied with a charcoal grill for your convenience, charcoal is BYO and is available at the maple corner store.
WOOD STOVE & FIREPLACE
The fireplace and wood stove are available for your use if you understand how to operate them, but please use caution and only light small fires.
Location
We are located on a country dirt road in the heart of historic maple corner amongst woods and nature. Cellular service is spotty in the area but we have high speed internet and wifi for your computers and cell phones. We have two smart TVs for you to log into your personal apps like Netflix, just please make sure to logout before you leave.
KAYAK & STAND UP PADDLEBOARDS
We offer our personal kayaks and paddleboards for use. please inquire about a small rental fee to use them. We have 3 small kids/small adult kayaks (130 pound weight limit) and 2 stand up paddleboards.
Beautiful Secluded Maple Corner Cottage Near Curtis Pond! Ski, Swim, Hike, Bike! is located in Stowe Area. Beautiful Secluded Maple Corner Cottage Near Curtis Pond! Ski, Swim, Hike, Bike! provides accommodation, featuring View, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features View, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Beautiful Secluded Maple Corner Cottage Near Curtis Pond! Ski, Swim, Hike, Bike! has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Stowe Area has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Stowe Area, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Shower
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Towels provided
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1 bathroom
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Toilet paper
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Sofa bed
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Fireplace
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Living room
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Electric kettle
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Oven
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Microwave
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Blender
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Dishwasher
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Paper towels
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Stovetop
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking options include a garage
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Onsite parking
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Welcoming dogs only
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2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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Pet friendly
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Smoke-free property
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Hiking nearby
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Cycling nearby
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Snow sports gear
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Snowmobiling nearby
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Bicycle on site
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Kayak on site
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Fishing nearby
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Ice skating nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Mountain biking nearby
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Rock climbing nearby
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Stereo
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Books
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Games
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Foosball table
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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English
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In a rural location
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In the mountains
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In a village
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On the lake
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On the waterfront
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Playground
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Children's books
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Children's games
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Children's toys
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Free WiFi
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Garden
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Firepit
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Barbecue grill
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Patio
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
Policies
Reviews
FAQ's
Is this Stowe Area house pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Stowe Area house have a swimming pool?
No, this Stowe Area house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Stowe Area house?
Best-rates for the Stowe Area house starts from $438 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Parking, Pet Friendly, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Kitchen, TV, View, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, Internet, Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Ocean View, Sports/Activities, Laundry with all other facilities. Cabinns™ offers a wide range of accommodation options for all types of travelers. Our goal is to match every traveler with their perfect cabin, resort, or rental while providing a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Is Stowe Area house a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Stowe Area house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Stowe Area house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Stowe Area house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Stowe Area house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Stowe Area house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Stowe Area house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.