Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury

"Spacious and comfortable for large family reunions and friends get-aways!" - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"This is my favorite house. I want to live here forever." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick is German and translates to "Villa with panoramic views". - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Relax in this Hot Tub with LED lights & jets. (avail. Sep-May) - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"We spent most of our time at the pool." Avail. late May - early Sept.; unheated - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"This beautiful spot provided a cozy respite for evenings around the fire." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The house was well appointed with comfortable and stylish furniture." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"You can feel you are in Vermont." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Important to our group was a well stocked, modern kitchen. We love to cook." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Kid's utensils, a boaster seat and high chair were a huge relief to this mom." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The kids ate in this dinette right next to the grown-ups dining room. Perfect!" - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Despite all the great Waterbury restaurants we cooked and dined every night." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"It was a tough decision: who gets the King bedroom with private bathroom?" - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The best aspect of the master suite were the stunning mountain views." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Who doesn't love a bubble bath after a great day of outdoor activities?" - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Who doesn't love a bubble bath after a great day of outdoor activities?" - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Truly nothing was left out and we all wished we could stay longer." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"There was more than enough space for us to sleep. The kids got the bunk BRs." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"You even thought of installing outlets with UBS chargers in each bedroom!" - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Having 3 separate, full bathrooms was a really important for our large group." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"We grandparents chose to sleep in the downstairs Queen BR with own bathroom." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"We enjoyed having our own private bedroom and bathroom space." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"We really enjoyed your beautiful home. Not cluttered, yet cozy." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The little ones loved the playroom conveniently located by the dining room." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"We all spent quality family time in the basement entertainment room." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The large entertainement room with bar, large TV, and games was a real plus." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Thank you for providing tons of non-digital entertainment options." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"No problem doing laundry with onsite washer, dryer, detergent, iron & board." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Welcome to VILLA AUSBLICK, a mountain sanctuary for discerning guests. - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Outstanding, very private location overlooking tranquil mountain setting." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The house was very clean,  extremely well stocked and ideal for my group trip." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"It was pure bliss to soak in the hot tub after a day of outdoor activities." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The view from the sundeck was spectacular. Villa Ausblick deserves it's name." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"We ate breakfast on the sundeck, where we also enjoyed amazing sunsets." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Having a private pool was just the best." Avail. late May - early Sept. - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The owners thought of everything including pool toys, floats and a baby pool." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The owner's attention to every amenity traveling families dream of was luxury." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The outdoor kitchen with Weber gas grill was used daily. And even a foot bath?" - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"We used the gazebo to supervise kids in the pool, for evening meals and games." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Our city kids were thrilled to collect sticks from the woods and build a fire." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"We used the fire pit for marshmallow roasting & late night stargazing" - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The owners provided tons of firewood. No worries to run out.'' - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"Each morning we woke up to the soothing sounds of a cascading waterfall." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The landscaping with perennials, lily pond and rock formation was stunning." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The yard, tree house & large natural rock formation were non-stop-fun for kids" - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"We don't want to leave :( We'll be back next year !!!" - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
We would love to welcome you and give you the gift of a most memorable vacation. - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury
"The proximity to Waterbury, Stowe and Burlington was great." - Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury

Villa Ausblick – Your Luxury Retreat - Waterbury

Secluded 5-acre Sanctuary for Families or Groups | Hot Tub or Pool | Fireplace | Wifi | Panoramic Views
10 Guests · 5 Bedrooms · 3.5 Bathrooms · Villa · Entire place · 4000 Sqft
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VILLA AUSBLICK (Villa with Views in German) is the perfect choice for large family reunions or group retreats seeking an idyllic, very private Vermont getaway. This luxurious 4,000 sq.ft., mountain-top 5 bedroom/4 bath house with an outdoor hot tub and swimming pool sits on a wonderful 5-acre wooded lot in Waterbury Center, VT. It embodies comfort and relaxation with sweeping panoramic mountain views and easy access to 3 major ski resorts (Stowe, Bolton, Sugarbush).

BOOK DIRECT: VILLA AUSBLICK offers 5 large bedrooms (1 King, 3 Queen, 1 Twin bunk plus trundle) comfortably sleeping up to 10 guests, 3 ½ bathrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen with eat-in nook and formal dining room, and a cozy living room with fire place. A family game room offers plenty entertainment options with a foosball table, shuffleboard, a bar and large-screen TV. Outdoor attractions include a beautifully landscaped yard, a wrap-around gazebo with outdoor BBQ kitchen for alfresco dining, a large sundeck to enjoy amazing sunsets, a fire pit next to a pond with waterfall, an in-ground swimming pool (late May-mid Sep) and a hot tub (mid Sep-late May).

Specifically set up to be kids-friendly VILLA AUSBLICK is fully outfitted for children from infancy through teenager including a separate playroom, highchair, booster seat, plastic dishes, books and board games, plenty of toys for inside and outside play. Outdoor attractions include plenty lawn games, treehouse with swing, natural rock climbing wall, and great woods to play endless hours of hide-and-seek.

Available year-round you can enjoy many summer and winter recreational sports within a short drive. Let the happy reviews of our former VILLA AUSBLICK guests be your guide.

RENTAL RESTRICTIONS:
* max. 10 guests
* minimum rental age is 25 years
* max. 4 vehicles (offsite parking available)
* no pets (sorry, no exception due to family allergy)
* no smokers (this home is frequented by young families)
* No noisy parties or events

RESERVATION REQUIREMENTS:
* signed Guest Agreement, photo ID, reservation deposit

CANCELLATION/RESCHEDULING/NO SHOW/EARLY DEPARTURE – 1) Bookings canceled by Guest at least sixty (60) days before the start of stay will receive a 100% refund of the reservation deposit. Otherwise no refund, unless Homeowner can re-book same dates with another guest. A $100 Processing Fee will be charged. 2) All moneys paid are non-transferable to another date. 3) The Homeowners are not responsible for Guests inability to arrive, or if Guests chooses to depart early for any reason, or if members of Guests party do not show up. No refunds or rebates will be made based on weather; power failure; mandatory evacuation; acts of God; earthquake; fire; flood; sabotage; strike; civil or military disturbance; acts of terrorism; war; epidemic or pandemic; riot; acts of government; and any other circumstances beyond Homeowner’s reasonable control. 4) Guests are advised to purchase CFAR (Cancel-For-Any-Reason) Travel Insurance.

Sleeping Configuration

STOWE MOUNTAIN RESORT
STOWE MOUNTAIN RESORT
1 king bed
upper floor
COCHRAN SKI AREA
COCHRAN SKI AREA
1 queen bed
upper floor, facing pond
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SUGARBUSH RESORT
1 queen bed
upper floor, facing orchard
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BOLTON VALLEY
1 single bed, 1 bunk bed
upper floor, facing pool
MAD RIVER GLEN
MAD RIVER GLEN
1 queen bed
lower floor, facing hot tub

What this place offers

IconWashing Machine
IconIron & Board
IconHair Dryer
IconLinens Provided
IconFull Kitchen
IconOven
IconHot Tub
IconPrivate Pool
IconHigh Speed Internet
IconLaptop friendly workspace
IconDesk
IconDesk Chair

Nearby activities

IconScuba diving or snorkeling
IconFishing Charters
IconSurfing
IconKitesurf
IconGolf
IconMiniature Golf
IconTennis
IconCycling

Suitability

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Child friendly
Children's books and toys
Baby friendly
Crib/Pack 'n Play
High chair
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No events allowed
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No smoking allowed
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No Parking
Up to four (4) vehicles can park on the property. Parking is not allowed on the public access road.

Meet The Host

Since 2005 we welcome guests of all ages visiting Villa Ausblick to enjoy each others company, nature and all the beautiful things our Waterbury, Vermont area has to offer.

We specialize in multi-generational family reunions and group gatherings celebrating a special occasions by partnering with a local concierge service provider.
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Scenic views

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"Important to our group was a well stocked, modern kitchen. We love to cook."
Mountain view
"Important to our group was a well stocked, modern kitchen. We love to cook."
"The kids ate in this dinette right next to the grown-ups dining room. Perfect!"
Mountain view
"The kids ate in this dinette right next to the grown-ups dining room. Perfect!"
"Despite all the great Waterbury restaurants we cooked and dined every night."
Mountain view
"Despite all the great Waterbury restaurants we cooked and dined every night."
"The best aspect of the master suite were the stunning mountain views."
Mountain view
"The best aspect of the master suite were the stunning mountain views."
Mountain view
Mountain view
"Who doesn't love a bubble bath after a great day of outdoor activities?"
Woods view
"Who doesn't love a bubble bath after a great day of outdoor activities?"
"Who doesn't love a bubble bath after a great day of outdoor activities?"
Woods view
"Who doesn't love a bubble bath after a great day of outdoor activities?"
Woods view
Woods view
"Truly nothing was left out and we all wished we could stay longer."
Woods view
"Truly nothing was left out and we all wished we could stay longer."
Woods view
Woods view
Mountain view
Mountain view
Mountain view
Mountain view
Mountain view
Mountain view
"There was more than enough space for us to sleep. The kids got the bunk BRs."
Mountain view
"There was more than enough space for us to sleep. The kids got the bunk BRs."
Mountain view
Mountain view
"We grandparents chose to sleep in the downstairs Queen BR with own bathroom."
Mountain view
"We grandparents chose to sleep in the downstairs Queen BR with own bathroom."
"We enjoyed having our own private bedroom and bathroom space."
Mountain view
"We enjoyed having our own private bedroom and bathroom space."
"The little ones loved the playroom conveniently located by the dining room."
Garden view
"The little ones loved the playroom conveniently located by the dining room."
"We used the gazebo to supervise kids in the pool, for evening meals and games."
Mountain view
"We used the gazebo to supervise kids in the pool, for evening meals and games."
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Location

Mountainfront
Village
Woods

Getting around

Villa Ausblick is the very last home at the top of a mountain accessible by a dirt road. During snow season we strongly recommend a 4-wheel drive vehicle with winter tires.

Directions

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These directions are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause conditions to differ from the map results, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route.

Policies and Rules

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Check In: 5PM - Flexible
Villa Ausblick has a SmartCode touchpad lock allowing our guests contact-free and keyless entry. An access code of your choice will be set up and valid for the duration of your stay.
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Check Out: 10AM
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No pets
Minimum age limit for renters: 25
The person signing the Guest Agreement must be at least 25 years old and be the person responsible for payments.
Maximum occupancy: 10
The guest group shall not exceed ten (10) persons from birth to adulthood. The Hosts’ Liability Insurance requires the disclosure of full names and ages of ALL day- and nighttime guests.
House Rules
GUEST GROUP – No Guests below the age of 25 are allowed without a parent or legal guardian present. The guest group shall not exceed ten (10) persons from birth to adulthood. The Homeowner’s Liability Insurance requires the disclosure of full names and ages of all day- and nighttime guests.

OCCUPANCY – Villa Ausblick is for the sole use as a personal vacation residence with guests limited at all times to the number and names listed above. Larger social gatherings (sororities, fraternities, weddings, graduations, receptions or similar event) are not allowed to avoid damage to the home or septic system, and to maintain the peace and quiet in the neighborhood. Exceptions may be made if disclosed upfront and approved by Homeowner. Any reservation obtained under false pretense will be subject to forfeiture of advance payment and guest fees, and party will not be permitted to check-in.  False pretenses include, but are not limited to third-party rentals, renter providing false names or ages or any material fact that would normally cause the rental request to be refused. If you are found to exceed the listed occupancy, it will be considered a breach of contract and result in immediate eviction with no refunds for unused nights rents and fee paid and forfeiture of the security deposit.

NON-SMOKING – No smoking is allowed anywhere on the property. Evidence of smoking will be considered a breach of contract and result in forfeiture of the security deposit.

PET POLICY – No pets are allowed. If evidence of pets inside or outside the house is found, it will be considered a breach of contract and may result in immediate eviction with no compensation and/or forfeiture of the security deposit.

PARKING – Parking is limited to four (4) vehicles. Vehicles are to be parked in 2-car garage or on paved driveway only. Parking on dirt road or lawn is not permitted. Any illegally parked cars are subject to towing. Applicable towing fees are the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner.

CONDUCT – The use of Villa Ausblick shall not be such as to place the property in danger of damage or to disturb or offend neighbors: a) No excessive speeding through neighborhoods (20 mph limit); b) No excessive noise or obnoxious behavior. Quiet hours start at 9 PM to comply with neighborhood noise ordinance; c) No riding of ATV’s or off-road motorcycles/dirt bikes; d) No discharging of firearms or fireworks; e) Outside fires are only allowed in the fire pit located behind pond. The Homeowners have the prerogative to terminate this Agreement and to demand that disruptive Guest(s) immediately vacate the premises, thereby forfeiting all payments and deposit to Homeowners.

WI-FI/TELEPHONE/CABLE TV/AUDIO SYSTEM – The Internet can be accessed via free Wi-Fi. Tempering with the modem or router as well as erasing or modifying the router password is not permitted unless authorized by Homeowner. No telephone landline is available. Cable TV, Audio system and Wi-Fi are provided as a convenience only and are not integral to the lease. No refund of payments shall be given for outages, content, lack of content, speed, access problems, lack of knowledge of use, or personal preferences with regard to services.

INTERNET USE – The Guest is responsible to ensure that no materials on the Internet are accessed by any guest group member that violate laws regarding copyright, trademarks, pornography or any material deemed slanderous, defamatory or offensive. The Internet use will be terminated immediately if any group member fails to comply with any of these conditions. If requested the contact information of Guest will be shared with investigating authorities and Internet service provider.

SECURITY CAMERAS – To monitor trespassing four (4) exterior, motion-sensing NEST security cameras survey the driveway, front door, swimming pool and hot tub area. While these will never be actively monitored during Guests’ stay to protect Guests’ privacy, the Homeowners will review recordings in cases of dispute concerning occupancy or property abuse.

HOT TUB – The hot tub will be operational from mid-September until late May unless otherwise arranged by Homeowner. It will be cleaned and chemically balanced prior to your arrival. If a complete water change was necessary, the temperature may not have reached the target setting (101°F or 39°C). Overuse or misuse of the hot tub may result in a chemical imbalance and could create unhealthy water. If the water should become cloudy or develop an odor, please call the Property Manager. Guests understand that hot tub usage is at their own risk and will not hold Homeowner responsible for any injury, illness or death.

All Guests must observe all rules posted: a) Shower before each use; b) “Shock” treatment and run clean cycle after each use; c) Close and lock cover when hot tub is not in use; d) Keep noise level to minimum to comply with Neighborhood Association noise ordinance; e) No standing on cover (they are for insulation purposes and not designed to support a person or persons); f) No smoking, no alcohol, no glass containers, no pets and no candles allowed around or in hot tub; no shoes worn inside hot tub; g) No sun or body lotion, soap, bath oil, foaming bubbles etc. allowed; h) No children allowed in hot tub without a supervising adult. If excessive cleaning or draining, sanitizing and refilling is required due to Guests abuse, a $300 fee at minimum will be deducted from the security deposit.

FIRE PIT, FIREPLACES & FIRE WOOD – A fire pit is located outside near the pond area. The only operational fireplace (one of three total) is located in the living room. Guests agree to open and close flue before and after each use of the fireplace and to pay damages if any item other than firewood is burned. Guests further agree to never leave fire in fireplace or fire pit unattended nor burn wet firewood inside or outside to avoid smoke. Guests are offered up to ten (10) logs of seasoned firewood per booked night available onsite and agree to additional charges withheld from security deposit for excess consumption. Guests further agree to refill all used firewood next to fireplace from the supply stacked by the front door. If Guests wish the property manager to do the restocking a small service fee will be withheld from security deposit.

GRILLS – Villa Ausblick is equipped with one (1) propane and one (1) charcoal grill. The Homeowners supply the propane tank. Guests are responsible to supply their own charcoal. Guests agree a) to only use grills on paved driveway (not on wooden decks); b) to clean up all grease and food spills; c) and to safely dispose of cold ashes. If Guests wish the property manager to do the grill clean-up a small service fee will be withheld from security deposit.



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Payment Policy
50% RESERVATION DEPOSIT due at time of booking
50% BALANCE due 45 days before arrival (personal check, VENMO)
Refundable Damage Deposit
SECURITY DEPOSIT & REFUND – A security deposit of $1,000 is required 7 days before check-in and payable via VENMO or PayPal. It is fully refundable within one (1) weeks of departure provided that the following provisions are all met:
a) All House Rules followed: Max. 10 guests. Max. 4 cars. No pets. No smokers. No tenants under 25 years.
b) No damage to the property or its contents beyond normal wear and tear.
c) No early check-in or late checkout. The stated size of guest group as detailed below was not exceeded.
d) All trash and recycling from bathrooms and kitchen placed in receptacles in garage; all dishes cleaned and stored away; all perishable food items removed from refrigerator and cabinets.
e) No linens or towels lost or damaged. All used bed linens, bath and kitchen towels and bath mats placed in laundry room.
f) Used firewood restocked; used charcoal/gas grills cleaned; outside furniture neatly arranged.
g) No kids’ mess found (picked-up playroom, clean high chair, no marks on wall, furniture or windows).
h) The property left with fireplace flue closed and all doors and windows shut and securely locked.
i) No guest removed by Homeowner, a representative or the local law enforcement. No illegal activities.
j) No other cost incurred by Homeowner due to Guest’s stay.
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Cancellation Policy
CANCELLATION/RESCHEDULING/NO SHOW/EARLY DEPARTURE:
1) Bookings canceled by Guest at least sixty (60) days before the start of stay will receive a 100% refund of the reservation deposit. Otherwise no refund, unless Homeowner can re-book same dates with another guest. A $100 Processing Fee will be charged.
2) All moneys paid are non-transferable to another date.
3) The Homeowners are not responsible for Guests inability to arrive, or if Guests chooses to depart early for any reason, or if members of Guests party do not show up. No refunds or rebates will be made based on weather; power failure; mandatory evacuation; acts of God; earthquake; fire; flood; sabotage; strike; civil or military disturbance; acts of terrorism; war; epidemic or pandemic; riot; acts of government; and any other circumstances beyond Homeowner’s reasonable control.
4) Guests are advised to purchase CFAR (Cancel-For-Any-Reason) Travel Insurance.
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Notes
* Max. 10 day/night guests (limited by septic system, insurance policy, neighborhood rules)
* Max. 4 vehicles (offsite parking available)
* Minimum rental age is 25 years
* No pets
* No smokers
* No noisy parties or events
* Signed Guest Agreement, photo ID, reservation deposit