"Chelsey and John have created an amazing oasis in a beautiful area of VT. I go to Chelsey's Power Flow yoga class every chance I get. She offers a welcoming space, a great workout, helpful cues, and awesome music. I always leave the class feeling happy and energized. Check it out! You will be so glad you did."

"Great stay! My buddy and I completed Section 4 of the NEBDR in August and stayed here. We had bike trouble late in the day which ultimately required tools. With no resources available, we limped the bike to check in and to our surprise, John and his wife were extremely accommodating. John had all the tools we needed and was the reason we were able to continue the next day. The hostile was very clean and we even enjoyed a campfire at night. Definitely staying again when we come back!"

"I had such a great stay at Wise Pines! Jon and Chelsey are incredibly hospitable and welcoming, and they have cultivated a really beautiful space in Woodstock's surrounding nature. Can't recommend this place enough!"

"WOW! All I can say is that I was extremely impressed with the organization and small, careful details about everything in this hostel. It is hands down the most organized and cleanest hostel I've ever stayed at while hiking on the Appalachian trail! Chelsea was an excellent communicator as well, reaching out to me to make sure I had a ride from route 12 and inquiring about my hiking plans. She did all of this while managing two young kids at home! A great place to stay if you're a solo female traveler and BLM/LGBTQ+ friendly. I felt completely safe the entire time I was here and supported."

"Booked this last minute for a quick solo Vermont weekend. Stayed in the bunk room. There were only two of us in the room, so it was really quiet. Everything was very clean and well organized. Self check-in was easy with all the information I needed provided. They warned about lack of cell service, so as long as you map your route, it's easy to find."