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Green Mountain Trails

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· Pittsfield, Windsor, Vermont

600 acres hosted by Matthew B.

1 lodging site

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Best cabins: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Best in Vermont: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

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Hike or bike 2 miles into a completely secluded cabin on 600 acres with panoramic views of the Green Mountains. You’ll arrive to a cozy cabin that can comfortably sleep 2, or up to 4 if needed, equipped with a potbelly stove and basic cooking equipment. The mountain, once a source of wood for the Stanley Tool factory and a site for bridle trails in the summer and Nordic skiing in the winter, is now best known as a the birthplace of the Spartan Race and host of the infamous Death Races, as well being a popular mountain biking destination called the Green Mountain Trails. The trail system boasts 25 miles of flowy trails for all abilities as well as a stone staircase climbing from the base to the top of the trails at Shrek’s Stone Hut. Awake to an incredible sunrise and panoramic Green Mountain views after a night underneath a starry dome unblemished by city lights. Chilly evenings in the hut are easily tempered by a pot belly stove fed by seasoned wood. A built in bunk accommodates two people, but it’s possible to sleep up to four guests.Awake to an incredible sunrise and panoramic Green Mountain views after a night underneath a starry dome unblemished by city lights. Chilly evenings in the hut are easily tempered by a pot belly stove fed by seasoned wood. A built in bunk accommodates two people, but it’s possible to sleep up to four guests.

Activities

Biking

Hiking

Snow sports

Wildlife watching

Natural features

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

Mountainous

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278 ratings · 211 reviews

Kelly M.recommends

November 9, 2024

Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut

10/10 will stay again

My best friend and I arrived after nightfall and still had a very easy way finding our way to the cabin. Once inside, we found everything we could possibly need for a comfy night stay. Despite the chill outside, the stove kept us very toasty. At first we were bummed we couldn't have a fire outside due to the local fire ban but once we had the lights on and candles lit inside we didn't think twice about it. Shrek's is the coziest, comfiest, best stocked cabin you could possibly want. I couldn't recommend more.

Erin D.recommends

October 29, 2024

Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut

Staying in the stone hut was so peaceful. It is a great secluded place that allows you to feel immersed in nature. It has so many special touches that make it very charming! The wood stove kept us plenty warm despite it snowing. We loved using the French press to make coffee in the morning! Great stay! We can’t wait to be back!

Bri S.recommends

October 26, 2024

Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut

Magical last minute trip!

Magical last minute book. Such a Beautiful stone hut! Enjoyed the mountain bike route up to the hut with its gorgeous view. I loved working with the potbelly stove for cooking and coffee needs. The supply of cookware is so appreciative when planning the trip. Peak foliage was just about gone but the views didn’t disappoint. Highly recommend earplugs, the critters are very active inside🐭

Duncan S.recommends

October 23, 2024

Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut

Fall MTB

Shrek hut is well equipped with everything you need for a night or two in the woods. Bring your sleeping bag and some sort of pillow. Otherwise, you're covered! We cooked over an outdoor fire since the indoor stove gets the hut really warm. We also enjoyed the books provided and brewing up early coffee. Plenty of trails right out the front door. Enjoy!!

Tara K.recommends

October 21, 2024

Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut

We are so glad that we chose to stay at Shrek's cabin and would happily do it again. The hike up was easy, even for our six year old and we were constantly in awe of the beauty and comfort up there. We thoroughly appreciated the pre-cut wood for an outdoor fire, and the options available for cooking. The solar lights, and lanterns made it really easy to get around at night. My son kept on saying "this is so fancy" (since it is a lot fancier than the tent backpacking we do). We were surprised that although we never lit the potbelly stove, the cabin was at 64 degrees when we woke up, while it was in the 30s outside. It keeps heat well! We had fun both looking at the art up there, and creating some, as well as reading and writing the "tales of Shrek's cabin". The colors of sky mixed with the fall foliage were stunning at both sunset and sunrise. We were fortunate to get to see the almost-full moon rising over the eastern mountains, and the comet in the western side. Thanks for an exciting, inspiring, and calming place to create family memories!

Sophie H.recommends

October 18, 2024

Shrek’s Mountaintop Stone Hut

Really a unique wonderful spot! We would love to come back and experience all the seasons at this beautiful little cabin. The walk isn’t too bad, but would definitely try and get there before sunset so that you’re not walking in the dark. Thank you again and can’t wait to be back!

Location

Pittsfield, Windsor, Vermont, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy) and N’dakina (Abenaki / Abénaquis) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking