6/10 Okay
Susan C.
10 Aug 2025
Susan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Historic East Dorset Retreat convenient to venues
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Reviews
6.0 out of 10
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 13111.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
3 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
1st floor back bathroom
Toilet
1st floor bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd floor bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Historic East Dorset Retreat convenient to venues
Welcome to our lovingly preserved home in the heart of East Dorset — a village steeped in Vermont charm and history. Originally the town’s very first general store, this unique property sits directly across from the **Wilson House**, the birthplace of Bill W. (founder of Alcoholics Anonymous), and just steps from the **headwaters of the Battenkill**, one of New England’s premier trout streams.
Inside, you’ll find a warm and inviting space filled with original features, including the **home’s blueprints**, **century-old store ledgers**, and **historic photos** that tell the story of a time gone by. It’s a home that celebrates both **heritage and hospitality**.
Outside your door, enjoy easy access to the best of southern Vermont:
🎭 **Upcoming Events & Attractions (Aug – mid-Sept):**
* 🎶 **Manchester Music Festival** – live chamber music Thursday evenings (through Aug 15)
* 🎭 **Dorset Theatre Festival** – acclaimed performances just minutes away (through Aug 17)
* 🍑 **Dorset Farmers Market** – Sundays with fresh produce, crafts & local flavor
* 🛍️ **Manchester Designer Outlets** – big brands & boutiques, 10 minutes away
* 🥾 Nearby trails, swimming holes, and scenic drives for peak **late-summer adventures**
Whether you're seeking a **quiet getaway**, a **cultural weekend**, or a **base for outdoor fun**, this one-of-a-kind home offers the perfect launchpad.
**Relax. Reflect. Reconnect. Book your stay in East Dorset today — prime dates won’t last long!**
Inside, you’ll find a warm and inviting space filled with original features, including the **home’s blueprints**, **century-old store ledgers**, and **historic photos** that tell the story of a time gone by. It’s a home that celebrates both **heritage and hospitality**.
Outside your door, enjoy easy access to the best of southern Vermont:
🎭 **Upcoming Events & Attractions (Aug – mid-Sept):**
* 🎶 **Manchester Music Festival** – live chamber music Thursday evenings (through Aug 15)
* 🎭 **Dorset Theatre Festival** – acclaimed performances just minutes away (through Aug 17)
* 🍑 **Dorset Farmers Market** – Sundays with fresh produce, crafts & local flavor
* 🛍️ **Manchester Designer Outlets** – big brands & boutiques, 10 minutes away
* 🥾 Nearby trails, swimming holes, and scenic drives for peak **late-summer adventures**
Whether you're seeking a **quiet getaway**, a **cultural weekend**, or a **base for outdoor fun**, this one-of-a-kind home offers the perfect launchpad.
**Relax. Reflect. Reconnect. Book your stay in East Dorset today — prime dates won’t last long!**
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
East Dorset
Located in East Dorset, this holiday home is in a rural area. American Museum of Fly Fishing and Dorset Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Vermont Summer Festival and Southern Vermont Arts Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
EAST DORSET, VT
What's nearby
- Battenkill River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Vermont Summer Festival - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
- Stratton Mountain Resort - 26 min drive - 34.6 km
- Okemo Mountain Resort - 47 min drive - 64.6 km
- Mount Snow - 54 min drive - 63.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Stewart's Shops - 10 min drive
- Willoughby’s Depot Eatery - 9 min drive
- Zoey's Deli & Bakery - 9 min drive
- Dunkin' - 10 min drive
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Reviews
6.0
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Hosted by John Kraehling
Languages:
English, German
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