Is it too much to ask for a vacation in the mountains and a private home-away-from-home? At the Mountain Top Resort, the answer is: Of course not! This resort, perched on a mountain in central Vermont, with sweeping views of the Green Mountains and a pristine lake, offers four luxury king cabins that are perfect for a couple’s retreat. Just across a quiet country lane from the main lodge, they feature a fireplace, vaulted ceiling, kitchenette — and are dog friendly! Need something bigger? The resort also offers 25 private guest houses with private yards, unique decor and amenities from hot tubs to pool tables. Cabins and guest houses give you the privacy you seek along with access to all resort activities: skiing, kayaking, volleyball, disc golf, skating and so much more.

What’s better than a vacation at a lakeside resort? Staying in your own cottage at a lakeside resort! Lakeside cottages at the Lake Morey Resort come with contemporary furnishings and artwork, breathtaking water views and other special features. Stay in a stunning one-bedroom cottage with direct access to the shore and a private patio. Or ask about the Denslow Cottages, steps from the lake, with a private bluestone terrace and room for six to 12 people. The Wapanachee Cottage, built around 1888, has a spectacular wraparound porch — you’ll feel you are on the water — and room for up to 14 guests. Enjoy all the resort’s amenities, from the indoor pool, tennis and pickle ball courts and ice-skating trail to trivia nights, lake activities, waterfront dining and so much more.

What makes a mountain vacation even more special? If you get to enjoy it from a spacious cabin or mountain home! And that’s the kind of accommodations offered at the Sterling Ridge Resort, set on 350 acres nestled in the Green Mountains of Vermont. Studio, one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom cabins include all the amenities for a perfect vacation: fully equipped kitchen, wood- or gas-burning stoves or fireplaces, private outdoor fire pits, wifi and air-conditioning. Some have covered porches or whirlpool tubs. Lodging options for more people include spacious mountain homes with private lawns and stunning views. Resort amenities run the gamut from kayaking and fishing to snowshoeing and a tour of a maple-syrup operation. There’s a seasonal outdoor pool and an on-site spa.