Tuckerville, I've stayed at The Sterling Ridge Resort before for winter time fun which is near Smuggler's Notch in Jeffersonville, VT. I wouldn't call it cheap non-touristy but it is bigger than a tent and very comfortable. I just looked at weekly rates for log cabins. Their off season rates are very reasonable but it is defined as March 29 -May 24 2009; Oct. 25 - Nov. 24, 2009 and you said September. Up there, their foliage season rates begin September 25. So if you are there before then you would be under summertime rates. It looks like you could get a Studio cabin for $880/week or a Standard cabin for $950/week. The cabins are very clean and comfortable, all have full kitchens with microwaves and dishes etc. All have bathtubs and shower, and either a wood stove or gas fireplace for heat, queen-sized beds and all have porches with Adirondack chairs. I stayed in the Studio cabin and it was very cute, quiet, and romantic. There is a lodge on the premises but the cabins I think they are far enough away to keep you away from all the hullaballoo if that's what you want. Don't know your finances but maybe camp for one week and cabin-it for two if you can't find much cheaper.
