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NATURE RETREAT BUT MINUTES TO MANCHESTER SHOPS AND SKIING

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Overview of NATURE RETREAT BUT MINUTES TO MANCHESTER SHOPS AND SKIING

Reviews
9.0 out of 10 Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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manchester center, VT
  • Popular LocationManchester Designer Outlets4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGolf Club at Equinox4 min drive
  • Popular LocationEquinox Preservation Trust7 min drive
  • AirportAlbany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)81 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk room

4 Single Bunk Beds

Guest room

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Ground Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

NATURE RETREAT BUT MINUTES TO MANCHESTER SHOPS AND SKIING

Our home is set back on a private road less than a minute to the Manchester shops, 7 minutes to Bromley and 20 to Stratton ski areas. Nestled in 8 wooded acres along the Bourn Brook, the loft is perfect for those who want to be close to Manchester shops, yet in a secluded private setting for reading, enjoying nature or sitting around a camp fire with family and friends. Want to hike? The Lye Brook Wilderness and AT trails are less than a mile from the house.

No smoking
No pets
No parties or events
No ski boot worn in house
No Loud noise
Check-in time is 4PM
Check out by 12PM (noon)

The space:
Exposed heavy timber construction creates an industrial loft-like feeling with vaulted ceilings on the main level. Here, large windows provide natural light and cozy places to sit and read or enjoy a cup of coffee watching and listening to nature. The open concept culinary kitchen is a treat for those who love to cook and a large 7’ long farm table is an ideal spot to eat, drink and spend time with friends wand family. The smell of fresh coffee will follow you up the stairs to the vaulted master bedroom – a gallery of windows, green leaves and starlight. The house is situated to take advantage of passive solar - the living areas face east and south while the screen porch and bedrooms are west and north. Our house is well insulated to keep you cool during summers with radiant floor heating in the lower level and baseboards in every room will keep you warm at night.

Main level:
*Mud-room-like entry with ample space to store your shoes, boots and jackets.
*Open floor plan with dining area, culinary-style kitchen and two bay windows with pillows and cushions looking onto Mount Equinox above and Bourn Brook below.
*Deck access with comfortable Adirondack chairs and a gas grill.
*Bedroom with queen bed, empty closet, nightstand and dresser. Beds are made in advance.
*Full bath with shower

Upper level:
*Main bedroom with vaulted ceiling showcasing a gallery of large windows, empty closet, writing desk and queen-size platform bed. Beds are made in advance.
*The bathroom has a deep soaking Jacuzzi tub and a shower.

Lower level:
*LG smart HDTV with high speed wireless internet.
*Board games
*Laundry room
*Bunk room with 2 beds. Bunks made in advance are most comfortable for kids & teens.
*Wood floors, leather sofa, chairs, coffee table, reading lamp and floor to ceiling windows and make a cozy space for reading a book, watching a movie or playing board games with family and friends.
*French doors open onto a small terrace looking onto Mount Equinox above and Bourn Brook below.

Whole home:
*High speed wireless internet


Guest access:
The entire house as described is available. Parking is on the drive which is plowed regularly during the winter. The kitchen and baths include everything you could need for a relaxing vacation except for your own food and bathing essentials. Skis and ski boots can be stored in the heated garage.




Property manager

Matthew Mindrup

Languages

English, German

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Some openings an infant can fall through

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not indoors
No parties or events
No ski boots or shoes worn in the house
Dishes cleaned and trash removed on departure

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Manchester Center

This holiday home is located in Manchester Center. American Museum of Fly Fishing and Museum of Creative Process are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Manchester Designer Outlets and West River Farmers Market. Vermont Summer Festival and Sugar Shack are also worth visiting.
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manchester center, VT

What's nearby

  • Manchester Designer Outlets - 4 min drive
  • Golf Club at Equinox - 4 min drive
  • Southern Vermont Arts Center - 6 min drive
  • Equinox Preservation Trust - 7 min drive
  • Hildene - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Gringo Jack's - 4 min drive
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 5 min drive
  • Zoey's Double Hex - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NATURE RETREAT BUT MINUTES TO MANCHESTER SHOPS AND SKIING pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at NATURE RETREAT BUT MINUTES TO MANCHESTER SHOPS AND SKIING ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NATURE RETREAT BUT MINUTES TO MANCHESTER SHOPS AND SKIING ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is NATURE RETREAT BUT MINUTES TO MANCHESTER SHOPS AND SKIING located?

Situated in Manchester Center, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lye Brook Falls Trailhead, Gander Gallery and Battenkill River. Manchester Designer Outlets and Lye Brook Falls are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place for exploring the Manchester area. Private, but not too far from town. Wonderful views of trees and nature from the patio and expansive windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
Great location very isolated and quiet. Awesome entertainment options in the house as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mary H., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Woodsy getaway
Just a few minutes from Manchester Center, the house and property provided a quiet, restful place to catch up with an old friend. We appreciated the high ceilings and lots of windows but the main floor rooms could use additional electrical lights --even after we located all the wall switches for kitchen area. The walkout basement with couch and tv provided the most comfortable seating and lighting for reading.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michaela V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
This property was exactly as listed. It was a cute cabin-style house with a lot of natural lighting and was very clean.

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Very Enjoyable!!
House was as described and in a beautiful location close to everything!! The only thing we didn't realize is that there was no cable television, but that was a minor item. House was well maintained, and had access to a brook as well as forest views. Would definitely consider renting again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

About the host

Hosted by Matthew Mindrup

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Clean, Respectful, Architect-educator who loves to travel.

Why they chose this property

There is not a better place to be with friends and family sitting by the stream, next to a camp fire or sharing a glass of wine around the dinning table.

What makes this property unique

Close to everything but so private. We are less than a minute to Manchester town center, 7 minutes to Bromley, 20 to Stratton and the famous Lye Brook Falls is a short walk from the house.

Languages:

English, German
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