4X4 REQUIRED IN WINTER!The Forest Mountain Escape is a charming four bedroom, two bathroom mountain retreat that's located in Mendon, VT - only 20 minutes to Killington ski resort and even closer to all the shops and restaurants of Rutland, VT. Spread out on two floors, you'll find great mountain views, well-appointed amenities, new furnishings, a great deck with charcoal BBQ grill, and an outdoor hot tub. It's the perfect place to come back to after a day on the slopes and gather with friends and family in the cozy living room with open kitchen. This well-cared for mountain home is located on a private road amongst acres and acres of forest, and its beautiful mountainside location also means that it may be difficult to access in the winter and during mud season. By booking this home, you agree that you understand the conditions of access and have a proper 4x4 vehicle with snow tires if needed. Once you're here, you won't want to leave! (Optional hot tub fee and pet fee may apply. Please read below.)The house layout is as follows:Main FloorBedroom 1: king bedBedroom 2: day bed with trundleBedroom 3: full bedBathroom 1: tub with shower and toiletSecond FloorBedroom 3: king bedBathroom 2: tub with shower and toiletStreaming services and high-speed Wi-Fi via Starlink satellite are provided.House Rules:• 4X4 REQUIRED! This property is on a windy mountain road and may be difficult to access during the winter and mud season without a 4x4 vehicle. By booking this home, you understand and accept the limitations and complications on accessing this property. GPS directions may not be accurate to this property, but we will send you detailed instructions.​​​​​​​• There is an optional $195 set up fee if you wish to have that running for your stay. You understand use of hot tub is at your own risk and that special risks may be involved in using the hot tub. You accept full responsibility for any bodily injury arising from use of the hot tub, and hold owner and property manager harmless.• The speed limit on our road is 5 MPH and must be observed at all times, especially when passing through a neighbor's property on the private road.• Our minimum rental age is 25.• We have some flexibility around our standard check in and check out times depending on other bookings. Guaranteed early check in or late check out may be available for an additional charge.• We will provide you with access codes for our smart locks for contactless check in and check out.• Our entire home is non-smoking (e-cigs included). You may only smoke outdoors. There is a $1500 fine for smoking in the house.• Events and parties are not permitted.• Quiet hours are from 10pm - 8am.• Up to two dogs are permitted with the payment of our non-refundable $155 pet fee. You must pick up after your pets and keep them on our property, not the neighbors.• You must e-sign and return our written rental agreement after you complete your booking.• For your safety and ours, we have a doorbell camera on the house pointed at the driveway and another camera on the back deck. This is not in any of the living areas.• Quiet hours are from 10pm - 8am. We use Minut, smart home technology that measures volume levels throughout the property and allows us to respond to noise nuisances without disrupting your stay. Minut is 100% privacy compliant and is required on this property. If you have any questions, please ask. We are committed to your comfort so please let us know if we can do anything during your stay to make it more enjoyable.• Fireworks are not permitted.• Winter weather is unpredictable. We do not offer weather-related refunds and recommend purchasing travel insurance for any unforeseen events. All wheel drive and winter tires are also recommended.SKI RESORTS: Pico Mountain (8.9 miles), Killington Snowshed Base (14.7 miles), Killington K1 Base (15.3 miles)GOLF: Rutland Country Club (4.8 miles), Green Mountain National Golf Course (13.4 miles), Killington Golf Course (14.6 miles)NIGHTLIFE/DINING: Countryman's Pleasure (2.5 miles), Vermont Tap House (2.8 miles), Table 24 (3.2 miles), McGrath's Irish Pub (9.2 miles), Pickle Barrel (12.5 miles), Wobbly Barn (13.0 miles)WEDDINGS: Killington Grand Resort (14.7 miles), Mountain Top Inn & Resort (10.1 miles)AIRPORT: Rutland Regional Airport (8.4 miles), Burlington International Airport (68.9 miles), Albany International Airport (93.5 miles), Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (127 miles), Boston-Logan (175 miles)