Whether you're in Vermont for a summer wedding, in search of a tranquil retreat, or on an adventure quest, the Alpine Apartment is your ideal destination. Nestled just minutes from an array of adventures, wedding venues, hiking & biking trails, and ski resorts, this delightful above-garage apartment features a spacious private deck, a luminous open-plan living room and kitchen, along with a private bedroom and bathroom, all situated on a quiet drive in historic Alpine Village.
One bedroom with queen size bed, closet, and custom built in drawers & cabinets. Bathroom with shower, vanity, and storage closet. Full kitchen, refrigerator/freezer, oven, stovetop, microwave, toaster oven, kettle, kitchen bar with 2 stools, and plenty of built in storage. Living room with full-sized pull-out sofa bed and smart TV.
Enjoy a quiet open yard and garden with fire pit (wood and fire starters provided), seasonal veggies and flowers, lounge chairs, and outdoor dining table. Large open deck with grill and bistro table—perfect for basking in the sunshine amidst the treetops while enjoying your morning coffee.
Situated on a quiet road in Alpine Village the Alpine Apartment is one of only 2 occupied residences on the road. The Kismet Cabin across the road is also available for rent (airbnb.com/h/kismetproperties-logcabin) - reach out if you are interested in renting both places and being the only folks on the road!
Please review rental agreement in the house rules section before booking.
Guest Access
Apartment is an above garage apartment that requires walking up a set of stairs to access.
Summer:
In summer, access the apartment by walking through the garden and up to the large deck off the back of the apartment. No garage access except by special request.
The Alpine Apartment is conveniently situated a mere 5-10 minute stroll from Blueberry Lake and the Blueberry Lake Trails, making it an ideal location for paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing during the summer, as well as offering stunning views of the fall foliage in autumn.
Garages:
Garages are primarily storage for owner with a space for guests to leave their boots and recreational equipment in winter only. Otherwise, garages are not intended for guest use.
Winter:
In winter months guests enter through the garage bays and head upstairs to the apartment. A makeshift "mudroom" is set up in the heated garage entrance for guests to leave recreational equipment (skis, snowboards, boots) in winter.
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DRIVING/VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS
In SUMMER and AUTUMN 4-wheel drive is NOT NECESSARY but please know the last 0.5 mi is a dirt road.
In WINTER all vehicles MUST HAVE 4-wheel drive and winter tires. It is a steep dirt road the last 0.25 miles up Hillside Road.
Please avoid driving up Hillside Road without a 4-wheel drive vehicle in winter. Those who do so during winter and subsequently get stuck will incur a $200 fine. While our neighbors are kind and helpful, they do not appreciate the road being blocked unnecessarily.
One parking space is typically available (though not guaranteed) at the hill's base for guests who opt to park their vehicle there and either walk up or catch a ride with another guest. When I was a kid, it was common practice in winter to leave the Prelude at the bottom and do shuttle runs in the Isuzu!
During MUD SEASON (the time when everything thaws as the earth gets ready for spring, typically sometime between late March and early May) it is RECOMMENDED to have a vehicle with a higher clearance and 4 wheel drive. Also, during mud season both vehicles must park in the lower driveway.
Driving in Winter:
Please know it is a steep road to our driveway and all vehicles must have all wheel or 4-wheel drive and winter tires in winter. The last 0.5 mile to the cabin is a public dirt road that can be challenging during mud season (a Vermont season that occurs after the winter thaw and before spring takes hold).
Other Details to Note
This apartment is across the road from the Kismet Cabin. A great opportunity to rent both places for multigenerational families, wedding parties, and friends while maintaining privacy. There is only one other property on the end of road and it is currently unoccupied.
