There’s no doubt New England is one of the world’s best regions for fall foliage, but when it comes to the best of the best, Vermont takes the prize. Every year, the native maple trees and others in this largely forested state put on an incredible display of golden yellows, brilliant oranges, and fiery reds. From postcard-perfect scenes like covered bridges framed by autumn leaves and lakes that reflect their dazzling colors, there are dramatic scenes across the state. By mid-September, the color starts to appear across the north, moving progressively in October, with these Airbnbs placing you in the heart of it all while offering opportunities for all sorts of fun activities.
A-Frame - Floor Hammock, Sauna & Hot Tub - Mount Holly, Vermont
This three-bedroom A-frame cabin is just minutes from all the fun at Okemo Mountain Resort, where you can ride a mountain coaster and a scenic chairlift for a bird’s-eye view over the landscape blanketed in autumn hues. After a day of activities, you’ll be able to come back to a fabulous retreat surrounded by fall beauty. It includes a large deck with a barrel sauna and a hot tub for soaking while gazing out at the views. Inside, you’ll have a living room with a mid-century malm fireplace, a full kitchen, and laundry facilities. A BBQ grill is included for cookouts too.
Honeycrisp Cottage A Tiny Timber Frame - Putney
This tiny timber frame cottage has a layout that makes it feel more spacious with an open floor plan that includes a loft with a queen-size bed and a king-size bed downstairs, sleeping up to four guests. It sits on a nine-acre property overlooking a beautiful forested mountain with scenic trails that will be ablaze with color in the fall. There’s a full kitchen with a French press, complimentary coffee and various teas, olive oil, salt, and pepper. There’s a fire pit outside with wood, a fire starter, and lighters included too.
Summit House - Stowe
The Summit House looks like something out of a dream, surrounded by mountains and trees that will be covered with brilliant colors in the fall. In fact, you can even wake up to that view right from bed with a bedroom that has a glass wall. The A-frame cabin has three bedrooms in total, with other notable highlights: a big spa-style rainfall shower, a wood-burning fireplace, and a 55″ HDTV with Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, and Roku. The outdoor living space includes an area for alfresco dining, a BBQ grill for cookouts, and a fire pit to gather around under a canopy of stars.
Lovely Treehouse in the Woods - Hardwick
This romantic treehouse is perfect for couples looking for a blissful retreat immersed in nature. You’ll have lots of privacy and a deck to relax on with a stream just steps away providing a tranquil soundtrack. Just below, there’s a space for a campfire and a hammock. There is no kitchen but a charcoal grill and a propane camp stove are included, making it more of a glamping kind of experience. You’ll have a basic composting toilet along with access to a full bathroom about 200 feet away in the main house.
Deerwood Hill: Cabin, Hot Tub, Ski, Hike, Relax - Londonderry
Deerwood Hill is a 2-bedroom Airbnb that sits on a beautiful 3.6-acre property. It’s a perfect retreat in all seasons, with around 1,400 square feet of living space. It includes two Roku TVs, an indoor wood-burning fireplace, an outdoor propane fire pit, and a granite bonfire area, as well as a brand-new hot tub for post-adventure soaks. You can sit around the massive stone fireplace in the great room, which has vaulted ceilings and post-and-beam construction, or relax on the leather sofa.
The Chal- A-Frame - Stratton
This spacious 3-bedroom chalet is nestled between the Stratton and Mt. Snow ski areas. It sits on 2 acres of land and was built in 2022, with the A-frame boasting a full kitchen, loft, and living area that can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. It’s the perfect place if you like to travel with your furry friend, as this rental allows well-trained dogs to stay with you.
Secluded Luxury Treehouse: Hot Tub + Projector - Newport
Book a stay at this unique treehouse rental, which is surrounded by woods in Newport. You can put your favorite movie on the projector, find your zen in the cozy sunroom, or jam out to music on the record player. When you’re in need of some relaxation, grab a towel and enjoy a soak in the cedar hot tub. With glass windows soaring over 8 feet high and 12 feet wide, you can enjoy beautiful 360-degree views of the great outdoors.
Waldhaus Modern Forest Cabin - Moretown
By booking this two-bedroom cabin, you’ll be close to many activities, attractions, shopping, and dining within just a 20-minute drive, including the towns of Waterbury and Waitsfiled, Mad River Glen, and Sugarbush. With trees around the house, you’ll be able to gaze at an array of beautiful colors while enjoying all the modern comforts. it sleeps up to four, ideal for a small family, with toys, games, and puzzles available along with books and local guides. There’s a well-equipped kitchen, a living/dining room area, and a washer/dryer.
Alpine A-Frame, Midcentury Cabin - Wilmington, Vermont
Romance-seeking couples will love this A-frame cabin that’s perfect for a fall getaway with a magical setting that will include trees splashed with spectacular colors that beautifully contrast against the blue exterior. It’s so impressive that it’s been featured in many publications, from the New York Post to Conde Nast Traveller. Plus, it’s just down the road from Lake Raponda. After a day of play, come back and unwind on the deck, enjoy cookouts on the Weber grill, and then gather around the fire pit with firewood supplied. Inside, you’ll have a wood-burning mid-century fireplace along with a full kitchen that includes a French press coffeemaker.
200 Acre Stowe Area Bunkhouse - Morristown
Located on a 200-acre estate with woodlands, fields, and apple orchards, this rental is an authentic barn that was once a reserve for endangered wild horses. Guests can relax among the beauty while enjoying the extensive walking paths that wind through the property. A retreat for two, it’s a rustic experience immersed in nature where you’ll likely see local wildlife like fox and deer. The bunkroom and bathroom are heated, Wi-Fi is included, and while there is no proper kitchen, you will have a room with a microwave convection air fryer, refrigerator, and coffeemaker.
Green Mountain Modern House - Jamaica
The Green Mountain Modern House provides a tranquil and secluded setting in the Green Mountain National Forest along Ball Mountain Brook. You’ll enjoy spectacular views of the brook and easy access to hikes through the woods, where you’ll be immersed in the fall color. Afterward, come back and enjoy a cookout on the Weber grill, dining alfresco at the picnic table, and gathering around the outdoor fire pit. There’s a Jacuzzi and a sauna to relax in too. If it’s chilly out, you’ll find a wood stove indoors to curl up too. Inside, you’ll find a 60″ TV with Roku TV and Nintendo Classic Mini, a full kitchen, and a washer/dryer.
The Vermont Dream Cabin on 70 Acres - Shaftsbury
Ideal for a couple or solo traveler, this authentic log cabin sits on 70 forested acres which means you’ll be surrounded by fall’s hues. There are even trails for hiking right on the property, which also has a stream and a river. Afterward, unwind on the porch or the tree swing while enjoying the natural beauty and the wildlife that roams by. When it’s time to go indoors, there’s a big wood-burning fireplace to warm up next to and tunes that can be enjoyed on a vintage Bose stereo. The big-screen TV includes streaming services using your own Amazon Prime, Netflix, or Hulu accounts. A Blu-ray/DVD player for movie nights is included as well. In the kitchen, you’ll have a Keurig coffee machine and a traditional coffeemaker with coffee, tea, sugar, spices, flour, and condiments included.
Beautiful Authentic Farmhouse Close to Stowe - Morristown
Located just minutes from postcard-perfect Stowe, this rental is a private room in an authentic farmhouse that sits on a 134-acre working horse farm with walking trails, two spring-fed pools for swimming, and a sandy beach. While it might be a bit too cool for a dip in the fall, complimentary kayaks and mountain bikes are available for guest use too. There’s also a vast lawn with lawn games and a fire pit with Adirondack chairs and blankets to warm up by while enjoying the epic stargazing. A daily continental breakfast with fresh baked goods, homemade granola, yogurt, and other items is included too.
Charming Studio in Renovated 19th Century Church - Brattleboro
This spacious retreat was converted from a historic church that also had a life as a stained-glass studio, providing a unique stay in a secluded, hilly neighborhood just a mile from downtown Brattleboro while surrounded by gorgeous foliage in October. It comes with a kitchenette with a small fridge, an induction hot plate, a microwave, dishes, and utensils. Plus, your host kindly supplies tea, coffee, and breakfast foods too. An outdoor dining space is included as well.
Stunning Barn & Silo Retreat, on 300 Private Acres - Morristown
Ideal for a large family or group, this rental offers a unique stay in a timber framed barn home that sits on 300 private acres in the Green Mountains, just a 14-minute drive from downtown Stowe and 30 from Stowe Mountain Resort and Smugglers Notch. You’ll be in the heart of some of the most gorgeous colors while enjoying plenty right here. If it’s warm enough, there’s a pond for swimming, but fall is typically ideal for a walk in the woods while watching the local wildlife. The home accommodates 10 with guest rooms in the barn and the attached silo. Other notable features include a flat-screen TV with streaming services, numerous board games, and an open dining/living/kitchen area that’s centered around a grand open stone fireplace. On the back side, there’s an outdoor fireplace and a large stone patio.
Cozy Bow House Perched in Trees with Hot Tub & View - Fairlee
Overlooking a picturesque valley, the Cozy Bow House offers gorgeous views from large, south-facing windows while providing a warm and inviting space. It’s surrounded by soaring maple, pine, and birch trees, ensuring lots of color in the fall while hiking, biking, and ATV trails are nearby. There are multiple lakes within a short drive too, including Lake Fairlee and Lake Morey. It includes a hot tub where you can soak while surrounded by the woods and wildlife. There are patios to relax on, six acres of woods to explore, and a wood stove with firewood included. You’ll also have TVs with Hulu Live, Netflix, and DVDs along with board games, puzzles, and books, plus the usual comforts like Wi-Fi, a full kitchen, and laundry facilities.
Kingsley Grist Mill, Covered Bridge and Waterfall - Clarendon
One of the most iconic Airbnb rentals in Vermont and the only original Grist Mill & Covered Bridge historic residence in the country, when autumn reveals its brilliant colors, it’s even more magnificent. A national historic site and museum, it’s not open to the public, only to a group of guests with a maximum of four adults and those 13 and older. It’s spread over four stories with three bedrooms that include a master suite with an iron and rattan queen-size posted bed. If it’s still warm enough, you can take advantage of the private beach that runs along the river, although nearly any time is a great time to be out on the deck overlooking the cascades. You’ll have a Franklin wood stove to cozy up to as well.
