Guest Reviews:

Pond House Inn tel:802.332.6526

Posted By Bob- L.A. , Ca
We had such a good time and wonderful first time fly fishing experience thanks to Gretel's superb arrangements. Gretel is a wonderful cook and the setting, food and accommodations were lovely, delicious and very comfortable. Jackson only adds to the charm and coziness.

Posted By Margaret - London, UK

We were touring New England and stayed here for a few days. We were really comfortable here, breakfasts were good and the dinner we had was excellent, as was the wine! Gretel was very helpful and gave us good advice re eating out and places to visit.The situation was peaceful, set in beautfiul countryside. Advice - take Gretel's advice re directions!

Posted By W.D. Cambridge, Ma
The Pond House Inn is a Vermont country inn the way you imagine it! 10 beautiful acres that include a pond (of course) fed by a gently trickling, cool mountain stream...wild flowers, spectacular mountain vistas (with comfortable, well-placed chairs for enjoying the view) a rustic Vermont backroad. Peaceful perfection!The Inn is Vermont all the way. No pretense. Simple, attractive country furnishings with a few well-placed antiques. The cast iron wood stove was very inviting on one of the cool Green Mountain evenings we were there. Our room was spacious, and very comfortable. Best part...the food is as good as any fine restaurant cuisine you'll find. Gretel is a first-rate gourmet cook! Breakfast and dinner are included...you can't go hungry. When we return to Vermont, and we hope that will be soon, we will certainly stay at the Pond House Inn.

Posted By Cynthia - Boston, Ma
This lovely 1830's farmhouse is in the beautiful Vermont countryside about 15 miles from Woodstock. Filled with antiques but with modern plumbing, it is very comfortable, and beautifully decorated. A gourmet dinner with wine, as well as breakfast, is part of the very reasonable price. The garden and fields are for wandering, with wicker or Adirondack chairs here and there for lazing.The piece de resistance is Jackson, the dog. Jackson will race you to the pond, and demonstrate, in case you don't understand, that you are to throw the stick into the water for him to retrieve with a splash! The night sky is full of thousands of stars, not usually seen by city dwellers, and tiny frogs sing you to sleep.The experience was only punctuated by the smell of newly mown hay when awakening. It was a great experience and I would recommend it heartily.

Posted By Lucy NY,NY
Wonderful - very charming and relaxed. Great surroundings and great dog! Amazing pancakes for breakfast.

Posted By Marti - Santa Monica, Ca

We have just returned from a trip to the NE. Unfortunately, the weather was grey and rainy but, in spite of that, we especially enjoyed our stay at The Pond House Inn in Brownsville, Vermont.The inn is small with three guest rooms. Our room was large and beautifully appointed with an oversized marble shower, thick fluffy towels, feather beds and two comfy reading chairs. They even had wireless and an iPod dock. We had our laptop with us and took advantage of the great inventory of DVDs offered by Gretel, the owner. Even though it was August, the mornings were wet and chilly. Gretel prepared a wood fire in the dining room and lit candles to cheer and warm us. Cooking at The Pond House is straightforward and wonderful. One rainy morning, while we enjoyed ourselves by the fireplace, Gretel prepared an Orange French Toast. It was, by far, the best French toast we have ever had. It came with locally smoked bacon, organic yogurt with fresh peaches and blueberries and freshly ground coffee.We met other guests at the inn who had brought their horses-Gretel can provide stabling, a lovely idea. In better weather the property has Adirondack chairs, a patio with one of the best country-side views we know, and a spring fed pond that is very inviting on a warm summer day.This was our third visit and each time we have been delighted with the location, the accommodations, the food and the hospitality. We will definitely return.

Also visit our Boston Globe review posted on the website http://www.boston.com/travel/articles/2004/08/15/feeling_right_at_home_in_the_vermont_countryside/