We were thrilled with Stoma Ranch. It was perfect for us. Spotlessly clean, very well organized, cozy and comfortable in every way. We were an extended family—my wife and daughter, my cousin’s family of five, and my two brothers, on a ski weekend at Okemo.
Sleeping accommodations could not have been more perfect: a big king bed, a room with two twins for the two girls, a room with a queen and a two-bunk bed for my cousin and his boys, and a room with two queens for my brothers.
The spacious kitchen and dining area that opens onto the living room with a huge comfy couch and fireplace (stocked with wood for us!) made it perfect for the adults to be preparing meals while kids set the table or played fireside.
The kitchen had everything we needed. A good stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, utensils, plates, glasses, lots of counter space, standing bar, large dining table, etc. It made post-ski dinner prep for 6 adults and four kids easy.
But for the kids and adults alike, one of the biggest highlights was the amazing basement game room—pool table, air hockey, fusball, dart board, puzzles, board games, books, a cozy banquet, a cheery bar, and more. There was also a huge TV but it never got turned on the whole weekend, nor even noticed; the kids had so many wholesome fun activities that they never asked once to turn on the tube. Great to have it there as an option though, with big comfy chairs. We were up there for the skiing, and so our priority was to get out early in the morning and be out all day, but if we were there in another season, or if we were there for a longer stay, or if the weather were inclement, a movie night would have been wonderful.
Cannot forget to mention the spacious outdoor lighted hot tub. So nice after a long day of skiing!
Very close to the town of Ludlow, yet far enough to feel nicely secluded in the beautiful woods of Vermont. Yes, a beautiful morning view of Okemo mountain. About at 5-minute drive into the town, and just a little further to the entrance to Okemo (depends a bit on traffic going through town to the slopes).
Lisa the host really cares to make guests’ experiences seamless, relaxing, and fun. She was very responsive to any questions we had (though we had very few because it was all quite nicely organized). We hope to return!