Welcome to Lions Mane Lodge! Nestled on the Wardsboro brook in Wardsboro, VT, this cozy retreat sleeps up to 14—perfect for families & groups. Gather at the fire pit, relax on the deck, and warm up by the gas stove after a day of leaf peeping with stunning mountain views. Just 9 minutes to Mount Snow & 19 minutes to Stratton Mountain. Hike, bike, forage, and savor Vermont’s autumn magic at its peak.
During your stay at this lodge, you're just a quick walk from Green Mountain National Forest. Enjoy features like laundry facilities.
Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser
Steps from Green Mountain National Forest and 13 minutes by car from Mount Snow
As a guest of Lion's Mane Lodge - Ski, Hike, Forage, Relax, you'll find barbecue grills, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Wardsboro lodge is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Internet access
Things to do
Foosball table
Games
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Water dispenser
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
More
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Dryer
Fireplace
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Lion's Mane Lodge - Ski, Hike, Forage, Relax Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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The house was great! It was spacious enough for all of us to spread out. And, it was close enough to Mt Snow that going back and forth wasn’t a challenge.
Host was super responsive, proximity to Mt. Snow was great and drive to Okemo was doable, and plenty of space in house for kids. Cozy living room for post ski Olympic watching! We had a great ski week—thank you!
We had a great time at the Lions Mane Lodge. Check in was simple. The house was warm and inviting. It was only a 10 min drive to Mt Snow so it was very convenient. All the amenities you could want. I would hightly recommend the Lions Mane Lodge to any family looking for space and convenience to the local mountains.
Host was very easy to communicate with. 3 bedrooms, nice cozy living room, kitchen had all the dishes we needed with a table large enough to seat our family of 9! Pet friendly was great for us as well! Location was perfect for skiing Mt Snow and Stratton!
There were 6 of us, sister's and sister's-in-law for a girls weekend. The house was lovely inside and out. Great location. Christine provided everything we could want or need. We would definitely go again!!
Michelle D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Archival
8/10 Good
jennifer s.
28 Dec 2014
Ski bums!
Perfect to meet all of our needs. Great location to Mount Snow and Stratton. All of the comforta of home away from home. Owner is friendly and responds quickly to emails and needs. Recommend!
Comfortable house with a great set up for families with kids, including two families given the room set ups. Not far from Mount Snow although in the wrong direction from town (which we knew). Great for a quick ski weekend.
Marisa K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Donna M.
6 Feb 2015
Great Family House
The house is in a great location on the main road and between Stratton and Mount Snow. We went skiing at both! It has a nice setup for family fun, open layout, plenty of beds and hangout space, everything you need in the kitchen, games, movies and more. The house was cozy and clean and I would rent this house again!
We feel so fortunate to have found this great spot a short drive away from Mt Snow and right on a beautiful river. Cozy, warm, and had everything we needed. Becky was so communicative and everything was easy. Thank you!
We had a great stay at this ski house rental overall!The kitchen was very good — stocked with everything we needed. The bathrooms were spacious and well kept, and the bedrooms were large with plenty of beds to accommodate everyone easily. Communication with the owners was quick and seamless from start to finish, which made everything stress-free.The one con was that we were informed the day before arrival that the propane fireplace wasn’t working due to maintenance. It would have been nice to know earlier, especially since it’s the middle of winter and the fireplace adds to the ski house experience. We booked the house expecting the fireplace. Overall, it was a comfortable and enjoyable stay, and we appreciated how responsive the owners were throughout the process.
Joe M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Olivia L.
4 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Had some trouble with the lock and host did respond in evening hours and resolved it by remotely unlocking the doors for us. Location is great to Stratton however the home could use a deep clean. The bunk room had lady bugs flying throughout, spider webs on ceilings…the gas stove for heat was not working and the listing did not reflect that. The downstairs took very long to heat up with baseboard heat only and it didn’t help that windows and doors on main floor are very drafty. Despite some drawbacks, the beds were comfty and home is roomy for 2 families. We were able to cook our meals during our stay.
My group and I stayed here for a weekend getaway and couldn't have asked for an easier welcome and stay. A few of my guests met the owners upon check-in and only had wonderful things to say about them. Majority of us live busy lives and Chris' home hit the spot for the perfect "off the radar" vibes but close enough to civilization if we really wanted it. The house is simple and has all the needs one can ask or want for. My group and I would gladly return!
Quiet retreat with a nice little river out back, with plenty of room for a fire pit if you’d like.
Lenty of amenities to make your stay comfortable with a nice dining and living room area downstairs.
My personal favorite was the upstairs however, with several beds and the convertible washer and dryer. should you need it!
Overall, a functional place for staying for a ski trip at stratton. We had a large group and we ate breakfast and dinner at the bnb. Unfortunately, the power went out during our stay in the middle of the night and the description does mention that it might go out, there wasn't a storm happening or anything. It also didn't seem like the host made any effort to inquire why there was a power outage. Luckily the power came back on in the morning so it wasn't too bad. There also wasn't enough toilet paper and paper towels, and we messaged the host but they said they wouldn't provide and we'd have to go out and buy some. Additionally there is only 3 in 1 mens shampoo so I would recommend bringing shampoo and soap. All of these things were also on the listing as to be provided by the BNB host though they weren't / were not adequately provided for the entirety of our stay.
This house was very clean and met the needs of our family- friend weekend. It was well stocked with everything we needed. It’s just a few minutes away from Mt. Snow. Becky, the homeowner, was very attentive and quick to reply to messages. Thank you for the cozy house!
Becky was a great host and the property included everything needed. We skied at Mount Snow which made for a really easy commute. Would absolutely recommend this property!
We had a great long weekend stay despite the temporary loss of power due to a winter storm. All homes in the area were without power during this time. The owner was very communicative regarding this and other small issues.
This place is everything we were looking for. The Wardsboro river (Creek) running in the backyard was the only thing our kid’s needed to keep them occupied. The place was exactly as advertised. I the downside of the property was the lack of air conditioning in the second floor. It got really swampy during the night so that would’ve been a plus. Otherwise, we would definitely return again !
My family and I had a great stay! The kids loved playing in the river and roasting marshmallows over the fire. The house was just what we were looking for. Thank you!