Title: “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. ![Property grounds - “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. (Fayston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35538000/35537965/c301164b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. (Fayston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35538000/35537965/w1125h838x0y21-c1178187.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, Netflix - “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. (Fayston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35538000/35537965/w1125h843x0y0-a597924a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. (Fayston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35538000/35537965/fd6d988c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub - “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. (Fayston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35540000/35538000/35537965/4b153721.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away on a secluded mountain top, Sugarbush Mountain Home offers comfort and seclusion amidst woodland and mountain views. Unwind in the recreation room with a 55-inch flat screen smart TV, pool table, or challenge friends to a game of table football. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. Rent by the ,Week, or Month . Please contact me for long term rates. Secluded mountain top home, where you can sit on the porch and Paint or simply take in the views outside the Art studio in the Gardens. This lovely three bedroom property which is set on five acres with woodland and mountain views offers comfort and seclusion while only being a few minutes’ drive to the ski mountains that offer plenty to do all year round, without the crowds. We are nestled between Mt Ellen and Lincoln also known as "Sugarbush” and Mad River Glen. While Stowe and Killington are just a 35 and 45 minutes drive, respectively. The accommodation consists of a Queen suite on the main floor only two steps into the home and a double bedrooms or a bunk room (max 5 guests) ( which is fun if you bring children). This luxury spacious house has a recreation room with 55 Inch flat screen smart TV with Netflix and Hulu and DVD and Video system. Pool table and table football. The kitchen is newly renovated and is fully fitted out, there is a nice dining area with a comfortable lounge and a large open log fireplace. The accommodations work well if only one or five choose to stay. The Area: The Mad River Valley and the towns of Warren and Waitsfield are quintessentially Vermont. Located minutes from Sugarbush and Mad River Glen. The area offers endless entertainment all year round. Bridges Resort boasts to be one of the top ten Tennis facilities in the USA. Great Golf courses, hiking, biking, swimming, kayaking, skiing (cross country and downhill), snowshoeing, sledding, horse riding with Icelandic horses and swimming holes along the Mad River. Blueberry Lake is just down the road as is the Sugarbush airport, with both a grass and paved airstrip, it is one of the most beautiful soaring sites in the country. The towns offer antique stores, boutiques, pottery and glass art studios, and a farmers and artisan market every Saturday. Shopping and Sightseeing: . Burlington is just under an hour away, Montpelier is half an hour and downtown Montreal is a two hour drive. While Boston is three hour drive and New York six. Options: Housekeeping services available. Rental: by the week, month or season. Please email us for inquiries and rates. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Hulu - Netflix - Smart TV - Stereo - Streaming services - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near an outlet shopping centre - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Golf - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Apartment (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94959100/94959060/637d0c8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waitsfield Condo w/ Pool & On-site Trail Access! 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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 Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as When Only THE Best Will DO Cuando Sólo LO Mejor QUE Hará ## About the area Located in Waitsfield, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Sugarbush Ski Resort and Practice Slope Chair Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Waitsfield Main Street and Warren Main Street. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Waitsfield travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waitsfield.dx10438) [View more Holiday homes in Waitsfield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waitsfield-Private-Holiday-Homes.d10438-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.19950%2C-72.88525&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TzhfGQosMMdaY9aRXt3TV4Xi6w0=) Fayston, VT ### What's nearby - ![Multiple swimming holes and very clear water](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/171287/6f3a5268-8d34-4be9-bff8-ef9b8f435418.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mad River 7 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Mad River Glen Cooperative 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Practice Slope Chair Lift 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Single Chair Lift 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Sunnyside Double Ski Lift 4 min drive \- 2.1 miles ### Getting around - Waterbury Station 27 min drive - Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State) 42 min drive ### Restaurants - Lawson's Finest Liquids 8 min drive - Allyn's Lodge 29 min drive - Castlerock Pub 14 min drive - Hyde Away Inn & Restaurant 4 min drive - Wünderbar 15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. ? ### What time is check-in at “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. ? ### What time is check-out at “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. ? ### Where is “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## “WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO “. Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Howard S. 17 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect mountain experience tell us about your stay Great time was had by all ##### Howard S. Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Randi P., New Hope 29 Oct 2018 #### Beautiful convenient property - needs some attention gorgeous views, pleasant surroundings. Fairly attentive/at least reachable hosts. Could use some written instructions, repairs of leaking toilet, broken window, but overall a good house for 8 people! ##### Randi P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018 ---