The Vermont Cabin
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In 2019, the world had yet to plunge into crisis and the future was looking bright. We had been saving our pennies looking for the right project to build a future around. When we found this spot in Southern Vermont, the land was unadvisably purchased sight unseen.
My wife (girlfriend at the time) and I had lived in both New York and Los Angeles for the formative years of our adult life and wanted a place to escape from the stress of the city. Nat grew up near Boston. I grew up in Burlington, Vermont. We missed the green New England summers on the lake and white winters on the slopes.
Upon the first visit, it was unclear what exactly the future of the land looked like, but it was brimming with potential. In summer 2020, we relocated back East and spent weekends driving up from the TriState area to pitch a tent and build a fire. I learned how to use a chainsaw and started to clear up some of the fallen trees to make the space usable. Since the acre of woods is on a small mountain, the usable places to pitch a tent on flat ground were few and far between. It was clear that in order to fully win Nat over to the land, we would need to erect a small structure that would keep the elements at bay and provide peace of mind. In Spring 2021, we purchased the materials for the cabin from nearby Jamaica Cottage Shop. With the lumber pre-cut, we spent the weekends of that summer erecting the foundation with trees sourced from the site and assembled the cabin like legos. This opened up the possibilities of what the area has to offer. Kayaking, fishing, hiking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, relaxing, enjoying restaurants and more with a queen size bed awaiting at the end of the day.
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In 2022, we decided to share this place with friends and fellow travelers looking to get away from the stressors and luxuries of modernity to reconnect with nature and enjoy the peace this rustic cabin provides. I continues to use wood from the land for various projects.
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In 2025, we finally could afford a home of our own and found a 1934 log cabin within commuting distance to the city. Despite the endless renovations needed to make it comfortable, we are pleased to have a jump-off point accessible to both New York City as well as our satellite outpost in Vermont that started it all. Our goal now is to share our experiences and knowledge of the areas in and around the Foothills between the city and Canada.
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Nature is the world's most effective therapist and time outside is essential to our health. If you're in the city and the park isn't cutting it, reach out and we can help customize a trip North to bring you back to earth.
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You are invited!
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To rent a kayak or schedule a custom camping trip, click "Book Online" on the top of the page.
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To book your night in the cabin, click here.
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Thank you and we look forward to hosting you soon!