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Secluded Paradise - Private 1st Floor Apt. - Country Setting

Secluded Paradise - Private 1st Floor Apt. - Country Setting

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Private Swimming Hole & Waterfall only 500 feet from the house
Private Entry
Bedroom
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Reading Room

Overview of Secluded Paradise - Private 1st Floor Apt. - Country Setting

Reviews
8.8 out of 10 Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 274 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Westminster, VT
  • Popular LocationBellows Falls Opera House3 min drive
  • Popular LocationVermont Country Store12 min drive
  • AirportRutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)58 min drive
  • Popular LocationStratton Mountain Resort60 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Secluded Paradise - Private 1st Floor Apt. - Country Setting

We've created a private, 1st floor getaway for you in our historic 1863 home in Southern Vermont. This is a wonderful retreat for those who love a peaceful riverfront setting with songbirds in the morning, wildflower fields and swimming below in our waterfall just 500 feet from your door.

Riverfront trails hug the contour of the Saxton's River that wraps around the property on three sides. These are kept open winter and summer to easily access the peace and tranquility of the river coursing past. There are many private pots to sit and enjoy nature at its best.

This is a beautifully restored 3-4 room farmhouse apartment with a separate entrance near the parking area. Southeast facing and filled with morning light overlooking the flower gardens and open fields.

Private bath with Jacuzzi tub & shower, a fully equipped eat-in kitchen with stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave, blender, and washer. Bedroom has a brand new queen size hypo-allergenic pillow-top mattress.

It opens to a separate reading area with two easy chairs, good lighting for reading and, to set the mood, a 1920 Victrola with lots of records. This is the perfect country home to unwind, relax and refresh yourself.

You'll have your own private getaway with access to our 30 acres of gardens, fields and woodland trails. Our waterfall on the Saxtons River is only 500 feet from your suite and offers a great place to have your morning coffee on the riverfront deck or swim in the deep water pool below the falls. Take a walk on the 1/2 mile riverfront trail without ever leaving the property.

In snowy winters we maintain these trails for cross country skiing & snowshoeing. We've placed benches at many scenic and private spots at the river's edge for your enjoyment.

We work in an adjacent building on the property and are available to assist you with almost anything - from local events to great places to eat or shop. We have lived here for decades and can direct you to many places off the beaten path that don't make it into any local guide books. The home is open to a visiting friendly dog (we have 2 great ones here already) and is 420-friendly.

Our home is in a rural setting adjacent to a conservation area and one mile from the village of Bellows Falls. Located there are many restaurants, stores, antique centers, an Amtrak stop and more. A couple miles further, across the bridge, is another historic village - Walpole, NH - with more great restaurants, grocery stores and many interesting shops.

Our home is located in the Connecticut River Valley, just a few miles from an interstate exit and protected by surrounding hills.

Our home is in a country setting that is open to natural light, near a small village and easily accessible to Vermont & New Hampshire attractions. There are many great restaurants within 10 minutes from our home or just stay at home and have some culinary fun in the kitchen. A movie theater and a few music venues are less than two miles away. Brattleboro, VT & Keene, NH (with many more food , shopping and nightlife options) are only 25 minutes from this private country home.

We are just a few miles from the Interstate I-91 exit and less than 2 miles to the Amtrak stop with daily trains to/from Washington DC , NYC and Montreal. Boston is just over 2 hours away.

Property manager

Bob Ross

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bellows Falls

Located in Bellows Falls, this apartment is in a rural area and on the beach. Bellows Falls Opera House and Walpole Artisans Cooperative are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include The Fort at No.4 Open Air Museum and Baltimore Covered Bridge. Walpole Flea/Antiques Market and Pete's Stand Vegetables are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Westminster, VT

What's nearby

  • Bellows Falls Opera House - 3 min drive
  • Vermont Country Store - 12 min drive
  • Landmark College - 21 min drive
  • Magic Mountain Ski Resort - 42 min drive
  • Stratton Mountain Resort - 60 min drive

Getting around

  • Bellows Falls Station - 4 min drive
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 8 min drive
  • Athens Pizza House - 2 min drive
  • Dari Joy - 4 min drive
  • Spencer's Place - 11 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded Paradise - Private 1st Floor Apt. - Country Setting have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secluded Paradise - Private 1st Floor Apt. - Country Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Paradise - Private 1st Floor Apt. - Country Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Paradise - Private 1st Floor Apt. - Country Setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Paradise - Private 1st Floor Apt. - Country Setting located?

Situated on the beach, this apartment building is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Bellows Falls Opera House and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Connecticut River. Walpole Flea/Antiques Market and Pete's Stand Vegetables are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

7.0/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

6.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Mary Louise A., New City, USA

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Did not stay
Property had electrical problems & no heat. Never stayed. Difficulties between owner & VRBO has resulted in a partial refund. Not sure who is at fault but we are still owed $219.00.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Quiet
It was quiet and relaxing. However the view of the river was not as close as the description stated and the “wildflower gardens” were more like a walk through the woods then gardens. Other than that it was a beautiful place to stay and get away from it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Irene L., Rumford RI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Beautiful property and well maintained "cottage". Kitchen stocked with everything you need to cook a dinner. (sans food and seasoning). Wonderful hosts, privacy and dogs on property are not bothersome and are very friendly. The cottage is close to Bellows Falls; a 10 minute drive to eclectic downtown area. The property attraction is the water falls and river swimming area. (bring water shoes). It is truly a beautiful setting. We would return in a heartbeat.

10/10 Excellent

Kira B., Hamden CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Gorgeous!! Zen!
We had the most relaxing stay! Beautiful property and grounds, a terrific host, the cutest town and a zen like river to have your morning coffee! What more could you ask for. Bob was terrific, very helpful and informative. Great to talk with and he made us feel right at home. He even cut some lilacs for us to take home upon checkout. Very sweet. His dogs Mondo and Nero are adorable and very friendly. The apartment is well equipped with everything you need for bathing and for cooking. They even supplied coffee, tea, milk, OJ and condiments in the fridge. Just perfect. The bed was extremely comfortable, nice big T.V. and the old Victrola was a nice added touch . The town of Bellows Falls, where we eventually want to live, is just adorable and has everything from beautiful views to great places to eat and shop. The crowning touch to this place, and the vacation, was the grounds and the river with the falls. Absolutely gorgeous and so relaxing. If you are looking for The Ritz Carlton, this is not your place, but if you like rustic, being in nature and are looking for total peace and relaxation then this is the place to be!! We can't wait to go back! Thank you Bob for sharing your little slice of heaven with us! K&C CT

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

Great place
The apartment was well equipped and the hosts were lovely. I hope to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

About the host

Hosted by Bob Ross

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Karen & I have lived in our historic property for more than 4 decades and are happy to share the atmosphere that we've created with you.
We run an international historic clothing and textile business from another building on our property. Since 2003, Karen has been the lead costume and textile appraiser for the PBS series "Antiques Roadshow" and has appeared in many other TV shows looking over important collections.

Why they chose this property

We bought it for the waterfall/swimming hole and spent the next 45 years learning about historic restoration. Our gardens and other plantings are varied and there are special plantings all over the grounds - many rare plants, bushes and trees.

What makes this property unique

Peaceful setting near to town, shopping & restaurants. The most amazing swimming hole in southern Vermont is 500 feet from the home.

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