Viking Nordic House
Sit by the fire and enjoy a game of chess, a good book or the company of friends and family. Cook up a hearty dinner, relax a bit and then head back out for a night ski on our lighted ski trails. Enjoy Viking Nordic at your own pace, knowing you will not have to drive anywhere until it's time to head home.
The Guest House is just a few short steps from Viking Nordic's cross country ski trails. This warm, comfortable 1860's farmhouse has 4 bedrooms (sleeps up to 9), 3 baths, living room with fireplace, and a fully appointed kitchen with a washer/dryer.
So snuggle up and sleep well, another day of great skiing greets you in the morning.
"Perfect days, sun, wind, snow, trails, food, family. Once again, Viking is a haven for the weary!" -
Pam, Wayne, PA
"Beautiful home! Great skiiing! This is a perfect place to go in order to 'powerdown'."
John & Diane, Berwyn, PA
The House
The Guest House is located at Viking Nordic Center. It is the only accommodations at the Center and has a separate entrance from the ski center. The house is setup for 10 guests with 2 bedrooms with queen beds and private baths, a bedroom with a double bed, and a bedroom with two single beds and a bunk bed. There is a third bathroom in the upstairs hall. The house features a fully equipped kitchen, a dining room, and an L-shaped living area with a fireplace, new cushy leather lodge couches and chairs and French doors opening onto a fieldstone patio and the backyard.
The Grounds
The 70 acre property includes 12 km of private trails for summer and fall use and ski passes for each house guest for the 35 km cross country ski trail system during the winter. In the summer and fall, guests can fill their days without ever leaving the house's grounds -- playing in the large yard, swimming in the pool, flying kites in the meadow, napping in the hammock, or watching the sun set over the Green Mountains from the raised deck in the meadow. And of course, walking, running, or biking over the private trail network. A 3 acre wildflower meadow with a huge raised deck offers a great Southern view of the Green Mountains, including Stratton Mountain. The house is immediately surrounded by landscaped grounds which include a small pond and tree swing. A solar heated pool is located near the meadow and deck, beyond which the trail system rolls through densely wooded Vermont countryside.
The Area
The Guest House is 1 mile from Londonderry shopping, 6 miles from Weston, 20 minutes from Stratton and Okemo ski areas, 10 minutes from Bromley, and 5 minutes from Magic Mtn. The Appalachian Trail and Long Trail are nearby, Lowell Lake State Park is 1/2 mile away for canoeing, and there many great options for kayaking and fishing. Miles of Vermont back roads are great for long bike rides, runs, or drives.The famous Vermont Country Store and Weston Playhouse are a 5 minute drive away. And Manchester, with lots shopping, dining, and cultural options is an easy 15 minute drive. There are many children’s’ entertainment options from farm tours to Bromley's alpine slide. In the winter, cross country ski or snowshoe out the door on the groomed trail network or downhill ski or snowboard at Stratton, Okemo, Bromley, or Magic.
General: |
linens provided, telephone |
Kitchen: |
coffee maker, cooking utensils, dish washer, microwave, washing machine |
Living Room: |
Fireplace |
Bedrooms: |
4 bedrooms, sleeps a maximum of 10 people |
Bathrooms: |
3 bathrooms |
Entertainment: |
cd, stereo system, VCR |
Outside: |
Barbecue |
Suitability: |
non smoking only, pets not allowed |
Notes: |
1 queen, 2 doubles, 2 twins & 1 bunk. Pool; hammock; lawn furniture; pool toys; games; snowplowing; lawn mowing. |