If you are looking for something absolutely unique, come and stay in this comfortable, sunlit, three-bedroom renovated Vermont schoolhouse. Dating back to the 1900s, the schoolhouse has been updated with a large fully-outfitted kitchen, dining room, two baths, a deck, and large sun-soaked windows and skylights, while still retaining its old-world charm. Surrounded by trees, rolling greenspace, and a view of the mountains, the schoolhouse is located within the lovely hamlet of Wolcott, just 25 minutes from Stowe’s town center.

For those looking for a longer-term retreat who would wish to stay for several weeks or even a month or two, a special rate is possible. Please inquire with your potential dates.

The space

The large kitchen features a center island for food prep, a cozy breakfast nook, and a range of appliances including a gas range, oven, dishwasher, and microwave. The kitchen opens directly into the dining room, with a rustic pine farmer's table which sits 8 comfortably. The sunlit living room features a Plasma TV and DVD player. Furnishings include one-of-a-kind antiques and contemporary pieces by some of the finest Vermont artisans. There is a full bathroom with a large, tiled walk-in shower.

The second floor contains three bedrooms, two with Queen-sized beds and skylights facing the Mount Mansfield range to the west. The third bedroom has a Double-sized bed. In the central hallway is a daybed with trundle. There is a study with a desk, wireless internet, and bookshelves. The master bedroom has its own balcony, perfect for your morning coffee or for meditation. The bedroom also has a separate seating area, with a small gas stove to warm yourself on cold days. The second full bathroom has a fine old clawfoot tub, as well as a laundry/linen room with a brand-new washer and dryer.

Neighborhood Overview

The property is located on 4.5 acres in Wolcott with superb 360 degree views of farmlands, woodlands, meadows, and the nearby Mount Mansfield range. Wolcott and its surrounding environs have become a model for sustainable living, with organic farms, artisanal food, and farmers' markets. The schoolhouse itself is a half-hour drive to Stowe and about an hour's drive to three other superb skiing locations: Burke, Smuggler's Notch, and Jay Peak. Stowe is the closest, and definitely worth paying a visit.

In Winter you can ski (cross-country and downhill), snowboard, snowshoe, or stay indoors to read, write and cozy up with a cup of hot chocolate. In Spring and Summer you can swim, hike, bike, fish, then come home and enjoy a barbecue on the front deck; in Fall, you can explore the changing foliage, farmer's markets, and the fine food at local restaurants in nearby towns. In short, the schoolhouse offers a glorious retreat from hectic city life.

Keywords: Vacation Home, Schoolhouse, Getaway, Retreat, Nature Sanctuary