DOG-FRIENDLY CABIN · LOWELL, VERMONT
Dog-Friendly Cabin Near Jay Peak in Northern Vermont
Northbound Vermont is a private cabin on 12 acres in Lowell Vermont. Jay Peak Resort is a quick 20 minute drive, which makes the cabin a quiet base for a winter ski trip or a fall retreat.
IT'S A GETAWAY THAT FEELS GOOD AT BOTH ENDS OF THE LEASH!
DOGS
Welcome
PET FEE
$50 per dog, per stay
JAY PEAK
About 20 minutes
PRIVATE SETTING
12 acres in Lowell, VT
NEAR JAY PEAK
Dog-Friendly Lodging Near Jay Peak Resort
Northbound Vermont is located in Lowell, about 20 minutes from Jay Peak Resort. If you're planning a ski trip and want to bring your dog, staying in a nearby private cabin is a great alternative to resort lodging. Jay Peak doesn't permit pets in its resort-managed accommodations, but it does offer limited dog-friendly outdoor activities, including designated skijoring trails. You can review the official Jay Peak Resort pet policies before your visit. One of the best parts of bringing your dog to Northbound is having space to enjoy the outdoors together. There's room around the cabin for your dog to stretch their legs, sniff around, and enjoy the fresh Vermont air without the hustle and bustle of a hotel. When it's time to head inside, there's plenty of room to settle in. With a cozy wood stove, comfortable living spaces, and views of the surrounding woods, it's a place where everyone can feel at home. Whether you're spending the day exploring Northern Vermont or just enjoying a quiet afternoon at the cabin, sometimes the best part of a getaway is having your dog there with you.
THE CABIN
A Private Vermont Cabin Where Dogs Are Welcome
We love bringing our dog with us everywhere we go and we know you do too. Instead of paying to put mans best friend in a kennel we welcome you to have your BFF stay with you at Northbound. We don't want anyone to have separation anxiety, two legs or four. Dogs are part of the family, they should be treated like it.
See the rooms, amenities and photos on the page where you can explore our Vermont cabin, or browse the full photo gallery.
PET POLICY
Bringing Your Dog to Northbound Vermont
DOGS WELCOME
$50 per dog, per stay
Dogs welcome, subject to the booking rules. Approved dogs are welcome under the house rules on our Airbnb listing. Cats and other pets are not permitted, except service animals as required by Airbnb's service animal policy.
Pet fee. The pet fee is $50 per dog, per stay.
Supervise and clean up. Dogs must be supervised outdoors, and guests must clean up after their dogs. All dogs to be crated while you are out exploring.
Maintained and cleared areas only. Outdoor use is limited to the maintained and cleared outdoor areas. The surrounding brush and wooded terrain is uneven and can be difficult to navigate.
Allergies. The cabin welcomes dogs and cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment. Guests with pet allergies should keep that in mind when booking.
Questions about your dog? Contact us before you book. The current house rules are also listed on our Airbnb listing.
OUTDOORS
Hiking, Swimming, and Outdoor Adventures With Your Dog
From warm-weather swims to scenic outdoor exploring, Northern Vermont offers plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors with your dog. Northbound is a quiet, wooded base for those days.
A summer hike with our dogs.
Hiking and exploring the Northeast Kingdom
Our cabin is short drive from belvidere fire tower a great hike to panormaic view of the northeast kingdom. You can also drive down rt 58 hazen notch and catch the long trail, Americas oldest long distance hiking trail. Back roads and mountain views define this corner of Vermont, and many travelers plan their days around time on the trail with their dogs. Jay Peak Resort's policies say that outside ski season, leashed pets are welcome on its grounds and hiking trails, and dogs may be walked along the resort's roads on a leash.
Swimming and warm-weather adventures
Warm days are made for water, and a swim is often the highlight of a summer trip with a dog. Our not so hidden swimming spot for our dog is 2 minutes down the road at a canoe drop off right off rt 100. Great for when you don't want to hike and cool down. Also further up about 15 minutes you can stop by Jay Branch Gorge and grab a pizza at hoagies right after. Don't forget to stop and get some fresh eggs from the amish on the way home!
A swim beneath a small waterfall.
The photos on this page show our own dogs on their adventures. They were not all taken at the cabin.
A snapshot from a snowy fishing day with a yellow Lab.
TIME OUTDOORS
Fishing Trips and Vermont Time Outdoors
Whether you're spending the day outdoors, heading out for a fishing trip, or unwinding back at the cabin, Northbound can be part of a memorable Vermont trip with your dog.
Fishing rules, licenses and access depend on the water and the season, so check current Vermont regulations before you go.
WHY DOGS LOVE IT
Why Dogs Love Northbound
Bringing your dog along beats leaving them behind. Northbound is a private cabin on 12 acres of woods and open land, so the days are quiet and the air is fresh.
After a day outdoors there is a cozy place to come back to: a living area warmed by a wood stove, a deck for slow evenings and a fire pit outside.
Happiest on the road to somewhere new.
Pausing on a footbridge.
WINTER
Winter Getaways With Your Dog
Winter is a beautiful time to visit the Northeast Kingdom, and a cabin warmed by a wood stove is a cozy place to return to. Jay Peak Resort is right down the road, and the region offers winter outdoor adventures for travelers exploring Northern Vermont with their dogs.
Jay Peak in winter
During ski season the resort does not allow pets on snow surfaces such as alpine ski trails or inside resort buildings. Its Nordic Center limits dogs to trails designated for skijoring, with a skijoring harness. Plan ski days with that in mind.
Getting here in winter
Our house rules require an AWD or 4WD vehicle with appropriate winter tires during winter months. Check road conditions before you travel.
More to explore
See our guide to things to do near Jay Peak, and confirm the current pet policy of any place you plan to visit with your dog.
Holiday-season cozy.
GOOD TO KNOW
Dog-Friendly Cabin FAQs
Quick answers for travelers planning a Vermont trip with a dog.
Where can I stay in Northern Vermont with my dog?
Northbound Vermont is a private cabin on 12 acres in Lowell, in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. It welcomes approved dogs for a $50 per dog, per stay pet fee and is about 20 minutes from Jay Peak Resort.
Are there dog-friendly cabins near Jay Peak Resort?
Yes. Northbound Vermont is an independent, dog-friendly cabin about 20 minutes from Jay Peak Resort. It is not affiliated with the resort. Jay Peak's published policies state that pets are not permitted in properties managed by the resort, so confirm pet rules before booking any lodging in the area.
Can I cross-country ski with my dog at Jay Peak Resort?
Yes, but only on designated skijoring trails at Jay Peak's Nordic Center. Dogs must wear a proper skijoring harness, and visitors need to check in, register, and obtain a trail pass before using the trails. Dogs aren't permitted on regular alpine ski trails or the snow-covered base areas near the lodges. See Jay Peak's official pet policy for current requirements.
What is the pet fee at Northbound Vermont?
The pet fee is $50 per dog, per stay.
Is Northbound Vermont suitable for a winter getaway with my dog?
Dogs are welcome year-round, and the living area is warmed by a wood stove. For winter, plan for two things: our house rules require an AWD or 4WD vehicle with appropriate winter tires, and Jay Peak Resort does not allow pets on snow surfaces or inside resort buildings, so ski days will need a plan for your dog.
How far is Northbound Vermont from Jay Peak Resort?
About 20 minutes by car under typical conditions. Weather and road conditions can add time, especially in winter.
Does the cabin have outdoor space for dogs?
The cabin sits on about 12 private acres of woods and open land, with a wooden deck, outdoor seating and a fire pit. Guests are asked to stay within the maintained and cleared outdoor areas, because the surrounding brush and wooded terrain is uneven. This page does not describe fencing or off-leash areas, so please contact us with any questions about outdoor space for your dog.
YOUR VERMONT GETAWAY
Plan Your Vermont Getaway With Your Dog
Explore the cabin, review the pet policy above, and check availability for your dates. Rates, reservations and payment are handled securely through Airbnb.