Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Essex

Keith was super responsive and a great host! We came up with our baby for a wedding at the Essex. The amenities at his property were great and the location was 5 minutes from the Essex. His guidebook was excellent with great local recommendations.

I stayed with my 4 yr old grandson while my son and his wife moved to there New home in VT I felt safe, the valet was Fabulous always helpful . The restaurant was delicious for breakfast and easy and accommodating. My grandson loved the pool and the game room All in all we had a great time !

We were only a short guest at Abigail's, but we enjoyed it very much. The apartment had everything you needed, was very spacious and clean. Communication with Abigail worked very well. We would come back in a heartbeat.

Our stay at the barndominium in Westford was truly unforgettable! Erika is one of the best hosts we’ve ever encountered—kind, communicative, helpful, and incredibly welcoming. The home is a unique gem: modern, spacious, cozy, and beautifully designed. We loved the big kitchen with two sinks (great for cooking together), comfy beds, and excellent bathrooms. As a musician, I especially appreciated the great acoustics for playing guitar and singing. The peaceful property includes friendly chickens we got to feed, and Erika generously shared fresh eggs with us! Located just 25 minutes from downtown Burlington, we had the best of both worlds: nature and city life. We paddleboarded on Lake Champlain, hiked to waterfalls, and took in the beautiful Vermont countryside. This was our first time in Vermont and it couldn’t have been more perfect. We truly felt at home and will absolutely return. Thank you, Erika, for such a warm and memorable experience!

Wow, this place was a stunning find for us. Quite simply a peaceful wooded oasis with a breathtaking view of Lake Champlain. The house is clean, spacious, and accommodating. The little things like toys for our son, the pool table, and Adirondack chairs made us feel right at home. We enjoyed taking the Plattsburgh Ferry to Vermont, playing badminton in the yard, watching the sunrise on the porch, and cooking in the spacious kitchen. Marco was an incredible host and we will definitely stay again at this lovely house.

Unlike most Airbnb's, there was no need to contact Libby for any reason during our stay.

Beautiful Vermont retreat. We didn’t want to leave! This home is the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort—peaceful, thoughtfully designed, and surrounded by nature in every direction. The open living space was ideal for gathering, the kitchen was incredibly well-stocked (a rarity in many rentals), and the dining area easily handled our group meals. Loved the hot tub for evening soaks under the stars. We will be back!

Amanda was very accommodating to our last minute changes with check in and even let us extend our stay without any issues. The area was really peaceful and quiet through both the day and night time.

Great little spot in an excellent location. right between Burlington and Stowe. Excellent value. Walking distance to coffee shop, pizza / beer garden, and a riverside trail. Only negatives were that the bed was pretty firm, and the bathroom Is very tight. Overall had a great stay.

Fantastic! Chris and Kara were awesome to interact with and very helpful with an individual request. The spot was quiet and felt like you could be staying in a friend’s immaculately clean guest room with significant personality based on their musical and cultural influences with a spotless bathroom, a modern TV, and provided coffee to get you out the door in the morning. Very walkable to anything on the north end of Burlington and the lake. For sure would stay there again! Thank you!

Great place - suited are needs perfectly. Dave responded instantly for a minor question. Very clean and well stocked amenities. Would recommend.

Book with confidence! Kristina’s apartment is exactly as described. Extremely clean, with everything you need to be comfortable. Do be aware that the building is on a well-travelled road with active train tracks nearby. None of that was a deterrent for me. Noise is muffled in the building. Would definitely book again!

We had a great holiday weekend in Charlotte at Robert's apartment. It was close to the mountains we wanted to climb and a nature preserve where we skied. Close to Burlington and Middlebury where we found dinner each night. The apartment is cozy and comfortable; really a delightful place. We also met Robert who was funny and the perfect host. We stayed during a massive winter storm that dumped so much snow on the area and Robert was always very interested in making sure we could get out of the driveway! There were also thoughtful snacks and what not for us when we arrived which is such a nice bonus. We will definitely check to see if the apartment is available the next time we come to VT. Thank you so much, Robert! We hope to stay with you again soon.

Great place to stay, Jonathan was super responsive and helpful at all times! Highly recommend !

We had a great time at Thomas’ Mansfield Suite. Very comfortable and well appointed. We found a binder with news articles regarding the history of the building, which was housed UVM’s outdoors club in the 60’s. We would absolutely rent again.

Wonderful cozy apartment. Very close to restaurants and other attractions.

My husband and I stayed in National at 1854 House and we loved it! It was exactly as described, and Sarah was a terrific host. Everything was very clean, she was quick to respond, left detailed instructions about all the unit had to offer, and even gave us some local recommendations. The bed was comfortable, the view was great, and the swing in the living room was a wonderful extra touch. The location was perfect for exploring all of northern Vermont. We couldn’t have asked for a better trip. We would absolutely stay in National again. Definitely recommend!

Great place to stay. Beautiful walking trails and very peaceful in the off season. Enjoyed the over the mountain ride into Stowe each morning.

I just want to say I was very pleased about the rapid response I had gotten from him. The place was clean and relaxing like home . I will back next time I visit Vermont ! Kim.

Very comfortable stay - convenient to ski wither Sugarbush or Mad River. Philip sent specific instructions for turning the heat up on arrival. It took a little while to warm up, but individual thermostats in LR and BR worked nicely. Local recommendations for restaurants and such were spot on.

Want to stay in the heart of the town/Stowe? This is the place! Your own designated parking spot. Very close to many eating/drinking establishments...did I say VERY close? Sure, this may equate to as mentioned low-level early-morning sounds from the Bakery/Cafe below so simply rise and shine or pack accordingly! I didn't mind it at all and even if I did, one bite of their maple syrup croissant and all is forgiven! Affordable and Jesse's refund "peace of mind" policy were surely deal makers. BTW, The Black Cap Coffee & Bakery folks and their offerings rule! Actual DARK ROAST coffee...I made sure to purchase a bag of those beans to take home. The restaurant directly out our bathroom window, Cork, was superb in all aspects. Glad we decided to go there the first night.

My husband and I loved our stay at the slopeside condo. The chair lift is right next to the condo for easy ski access (AMAZING skiing btw). Inside, the condo is so clean and cozy. Emily (the co-host) was very nice and responsive with great local restaurant recommendations. We're already thinking of coming back next year!

We needed a place to stay in the Jay area last weekend and found Valerie`s Airbnb. From start to finish it was very nice communicating with Valerie and the area this place is located in is just beautiful and peaceful. We were there with our two dogs for two nights total and it was a very pleasant stay. The apartment had everything we were hoping to have and the descriptions were very accurate. We can highly recommend this Airbnb for anyone who is looking to spend a few days in the Jay Peak VT area, with their dogs. The ice house and water park are just a few steps away and the Jay Peak Resort also hosts some great restaurants with tasty food. If we need a place in this area again, we hope we can secure this place and Valerie as our host again. Thank you for a great time!

Fantastic place to stay just north of Burlington! Colchester was beautiful and this condo is so close to the bike paths and causeway. Beautiful spot!