On a meadow's edge, Blackberry Bend offers a joyous and calming setting inside and out. Open year round, Robert Frost Mountain Cabins offers 7 fully furnished, artisan-crafted cabins at a picturesque & secluded setting in the Green Mtn National Forest. A true getaway of rustic charm and contemporary comforts! This award-winning, licensed, regulated & Health Dept inspected lodging establishment consistently receives a Sparkling Clean rating on AirBnB and 5 stars for cleanliness on TripAdvisor. Wild blackberries have taken up residence on the remnants of a stonewall from the early 1900’s and are a short distance from the back door of Cabin #3 - Blackberry Bend. The warm and rich Mayan Gold walls in this cabin’s kitchen and living room make this our most cheerfully decorated cabin. Blackberry Bend has two bedrooms – one with a queen-size bed and one with twin beds (optional conversion to king-size bed for a nominal fee). The living room futon with innerspring mattress folds out for an additional full size bed. This cabin includes our signature Swedish nook with a 36” wide window to bring the sunshine in. Parking is available right in front of your cabin. We live on the property and will be here to make sure that your needs are met while also respecting your privacy. Forgot charcoal? We've got it. Want help choosing a hiking trail? We're happy to give you first hand advice. Looking for a place to get local meats or produce? We know the best places! But we also respect your privacy and recognize that you may just be here for peace and quiet, solitude or quality time together. We won't be offended if you just want time alone. Nestled on 112 acres in the Green Mountain National Forest, Robert Frost Mountain Cabins are located “off the beaten path” on a well maintained gravel road in quaint Ripton, VT - summer home of renowned poet, Robert Frost. Our half mile long driveway is just long enough to leave your cares behind. The cabins are also just a short drive from the beautiful village of Middlebury (listed on the National Register of Historic Places) - home to Middlebury College. The college's downtown and Bread Loaf campuses are both less than 10 miles away. And the town has something for everybody - museums, historic sites, restaurants, music, art, shopping, Tasting Trail, hiking trails and more. For outdoor enthusiasts, nearby trails, ski centers, rivers and lakes offer an abundance of fun recreational opportunities throughout the year. Rental cars and taxis are available from the Burlington airport. Or ask us - we may be able to give you a lift! - Robert Frost Mountain Cabins is a licensed, regulated and inspected lodging property. Our small team of housekeepers are committed to your comfort and good health and follow a standardized process to provide the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitization. By complying to fire, building, health, safety and insurance regulations and CDC guidance, we ensure our guests’ comfort and safety. Please feel free to contact us for additional information. - Your innkeeper hosts, Carol & Marty, reside onsite, know the area intimately and are always willing to share their local expertise and advice to make your visit especially memorable. - On the first morning of your stay, we’ll deliver complimentary homemade, fresh baked cinnamon twists to your doorstep, on a warming stone in a picnic basket. Our twists are the perfect companion to your fresh brewed cup of coffee! - In our common area, a.k.a. The Loft, you'll have access to DVD's, books, games, TV, exercise equipment, trail maps/guides and area information. We also invite you to explore and enjoy our trails, campfire pit, berry bushes, raised strawberry beds, frog pond and sledding hill. - Please note that the 43" UHD Smart TV in your cabin is provided for DVD viewing or streaming from your own account. The TV in our common area offers DVD viewing and streaming from our account. - After a day of exploring, our outdoor hot tub overlooking the Green Mountains soothes tired muscles and is open 24x7. - Laundry facilities, just a short walk from your cabin, are free and always open. - Our free dedicated business class wi-fi service is capable of supporting remote work and education needs and is available in your cabin and the common areas. - An onsite Vermont State Certified and tested system supplies the water to your cabin. - Firewood is complimentary and plentiful. - A charcoal grill is located behind your cabin and a gas grill is always ready for use by groups gathering in our common area. - Complimentary snowshoes and sleds are available in a variety of sizes and styles. - If you'd like a wheelchair accessible cabin, please search for our Owl's Branch cabin. - If you'd like a pet-friendly cabin, please search for either our Serene Outlook, Owl's Branch or Hemlock Hideaway cabins.