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A luxury cottage in the heart of Manchester Center

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Front Entrance of Tucked In
Living room
Dining/living/bedroom
Private kitchen
4 Burner gas stove/oven

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Battenkill River
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Manchester Center, VT
  • Place, Lye Brook Falls
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Manchester Designer Outlets
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Battenkill River
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A luxury cottage in the heart of Manchester Center

Tucked In is a 720 sq.ft. well appointed cottage with all the amenities you'd expect in a first class hotel. It is all on one level with a fully equipped kitchen, dreamy king size bed and a luxurious bathroom with a spa shower. Bathrobes are provided and the floors have radiant heat to maximize the guest experience. The cottage has WiFi with streaming channels for the TV. Tucked In is set on a half acre with a patio just through the french doors and further into the garden is a fire pit for your enjoyment. The cottage is shared with the Main House. From 11/01 - 4/01, parking for the cottage is across the street as there is no street parking during the winter for plowing accessibility From 4/01 - 10/31 free parking is on the street just at the end of the driveway. If no one is in the main house during your stay, you're welcome to park in the driveway.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
There are no chores in any of my houses. Easy peasy.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3892683
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

About the area

Manchester Center

Located in Manchester Center, this cottage is in the city centre. American Museum of Fly Fishing and Museum of Creative Process are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Stratton Mountain Resort and Golf Club at Equinox. Southern Vermont Arts Center and Vermont Summer Festival are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Manchester Center, VT

What's nearby

  • Lye Brook Falls - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Manchester Designer Outlets - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Battenkill River - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • American Museum of Fly Fishing - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Golf Club at Equinox - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Willoughby’s Depot Eatery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Copper Grouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A luxury cottage in the heart of Manchester Center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A luxury cottage in the heart of Manchester Center?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A luxury cottage in the heart of Manchester Center?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A luxury cottage in the heart of Manchester Center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A luxury cottage in the heart of Manchester Center located?

Located in the heart of Manchester Center, this cottage is steps away from Green Mountain National Forest and Lye Brook Falls. Manchester Designer Outlets and Battenkill River are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the cleanest and most thoughtful (curated amenities) rental we have ever stayed in. The location was convenient and walkable to downtown Manchester Center. If we find ourselves traveling to Manchester again in the future we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend away!

Perfect spot for our anniversary weekend away! It was clean, a short walk to restaurants and shopping and they even left bacon and eggs in the fridge for breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Hi Elizabeth. Thank you for your review. I'm so glad you enjoyed yourselves. I appreciate that you took the time to review Tucked In and I hope to host you again. Happy Fall! Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A stay was perfect. The home was beautiful great furniture, very comfortable bed nice amenities in the bathroom and the hostess left us eggs and butter and half-and-half and English muffins for breakfast and bacon and it was delicious so we ate breakfast at home which is what we like to do and there was coffee it was a wonderful experience highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
Thank you Nancy for your glowing review. I’m glad you got to try Tucked In this time and hope to see you again in the future. Happy Fall!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deedo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer weekend

Perfect stay-easy check-in. Great location-good outdoor seating. Comfortable bed, great shower, added touch with breakfast food in the fridge! Also, we're able to check out an hour later.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2025
Deedo, thanks so much for your review. I’m so glad you got to experience one of my other properties. You have two to go. Hahaha. Have a great rest of your summer! Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Manchester

Lovely cottage in a wonderful location. Joan is a great host. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Thank you for returning to Tucked In. It was a pleasure hosting you and I look forward to seeing you again. Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can’t say enough about how great this property is, how great the host is, and how perfect the location is (walkable to everything you need or want). Do yourself a favor and book.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2025
Thank you first for returning to Tucked In. I appreciate your review tremendously and I look forward having you back. Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in a great location

Light and bright cottage - very comfortable. Both quiet and conveniently located to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Terrific property. Great access to ski areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2025
Thanks David. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. I look Forward to hosting you in the future. Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vermont Retreat

This is our second time staying at this property and we couldn’t have been more pleased with our stay . The cottage is well appointed and meticulously cared for .The owner is very responsive and accommodating .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2024
It was a pleasure hosting you as a returning guest. I so appreciate you coming back. I'm glad you enjoyed yourselves and I look forward to hosting you again. Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Manchester

Lovely accommodations like a first class sweet and a fine hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well done.

I’ve stayed in many different vacation rentals and this one was the cleanest, most well appointed and thought-out property I have ever stayed at. It was clear that the host truly cared about the details. Lovely spot, walkable to everything, quiet and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Thank you Kelly for your glowing review. It was a pleasure having you at Tucked In and hope to see you again. Have a great summer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Couldn't ask for more

Great location with easy access to Manchester. The cottage was perfectly appointed and Joan does a great job of making sure visitors have everything they need. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. It was a pleasure meeting you both. I hope to see you again soon. Have a great summer. Joanie
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Don and Candace C.

Our stay

The best 720 sq ft money can buy.!! Excellent location in one of the most desirable parts of VT.. A definite return for us.. Thanks..Don and Candace
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thank you Don & Candace. It was a pleasure having you and I look forward to seeing you again. Have a Happy Thanksgiving. Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommend

After many years of visiting VT, we’ve found the perfect get away retreat. The decor, beautiful gardens, attention to detail and great location made this a 5 star experience. 5 stars for Joan , our host, as well.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2021
Thank you for your review. They are very much appreciated. I’m sorry your trip was cut short and I look forward to having you back. Have a great summer! Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Manchester Cottage

Nice homey cottage. Well appointed. Nice amnenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Love love love this property. Joan was very helpful from booking through the end of our stay. Comfy bed, good linens and super clean. The property has a sense of home. I loved being close to town to grab coffee in the morning at Charlies cafe. If we are in Manchester again, this is our go to spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2023
Thank you Kathleen. I look forward to having you back anytime. I’m so glad you enjoyed yourselves. Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Anniversary Weekend

We absolutely loved our stay at Tucked In and we plan to return to one of the larger properties with some friends. Joanie was extremely accommodating and all the attention to detail was a very nice touch. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Thank you Erin. I’m so happy you had a nice weekend. It was a pleasure hosting you and your husband. Come back anytime! Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A real find

We have been traveling the Manchester area for 30 years, and Tucked In is one of the nicest places we've stayed. It's hard to find a one bedroom rental this new, clean and private. We cooked in a bit, and the small kitchen was well equipped. Definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2021
Thank you Arnie for your review. It was a pleasure hosting you and look forward to your return. Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway!

We stayed at Tucked In for a quick getaway in Manchester Center. The cottage is very private yet close to restaurants & retail, so everything was walkable. Very clean and tastefully decorated, it felt spacious yet cozy. Fridge was stocked with a few breakfast items. Thanks Joanie!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

CAROL B.

Perfect cozy cottage!!! 😍😍

We just spent a week in this lovely cottage, very spacious for 2 people with all the amenities we needed. The location is great and we were able to walk to the town as well as short drives for great hikes and fly fishing. We also highly recommend the Thai Basil restaurant, 5 minute walk from Tucked In. 😄
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Hi Carol. Thanks so much for your review and for choosing Tucked In. It was great meeting you both. It was a pleasure hosting you and hope you’ll come back to Manchester. Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tucked in!

I absolutely loved it! Perfect for just me! The heated floors an added bonus. The host thought of everything to make me feel welcomed! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Thank you for your glowing review. It was a pleasure having you. I hope to see you again! Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Clean!

The cottage is beautiful and well kept! It has all the amenities you need for a relaxing getaway. There are plenty of towels and the sheets are very soft. It is located right in Manchester, so it is a short walk to restaurants, cafes, shops, Walgreens, and the Northshire Bookstore, but it is tucked back from the road, so it is still very peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denny & Erlene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vermont hideway

Exceeded our expectations on all services. On property owner was very accommodating throughout the stay. Would take a property like this anywhere. Property and attention to detail was exceptional. Thanks Joanie!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
It was such a pleasure hosting you and Erlene. I look forward to someday getting to see my new friends in Witchita. Safe trip home. Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful

The location is perfect for enjoying all that Manchester has to offer, whether by foot, bike or car. The cottage was spotless and has all of the amenities covered. Joanie is a pleasure to deal with and very responsive. Would absolutely stay here again, thanks Joanie!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2021
Thank you Karyn for taking the time To write such a glowing review. I really appreciate it. I’m so glad you enjoyed yourselves and I hope to host you in the future. Joanie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary Dream Trip

We’d been planning this trip for years. I’d looked at a lot of different places but kept coming back to this little cottage. Booked it a year in advance to make sure we wouldn’t miss it. Everything about it was perfect and beautiful. I’m so thankful we were able to enjoy Vermont with this place to stay at. Owner was amazing and so sweet. When we make it back to this magical place we will be here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2024
Laura, thank you for your very thoughtful review of Tucked In. I'm so glad you found my cottage to be the perfect getaway. It's wonderful to hear that your long awaited trip to Vermont lived up to all your expectations. I look forward to having you back and maybe with your whole family knowing about my other three properties. I hope you had an easy trip home. Joanie

About the host

Hosted by Joan Burns

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I moved here from Westchester County, NY in 2012. I lived in that area for over 40 years. During 5 of those years I was an innkeeper in the Bahamas as welI as St. Croix. I grew up coming here, almost moved here a couple of different times and in 2012, I decided to make the move. I bought this property and completely renovated it the first year I was here. At the beginning of 2014 I set out to create Tucked In. It's new and I'm excited to be back in the hospitality business. I love Manchester and I look forward to hosting you here in my new hometown.

Why they chose this property

I looked for a long time and there was something about this house and where it sat. I didn't want to be in the middle of nowhere so this was the perfect solution. My house was built in 1895 and it was built beautifully. It was in desperate need of love and that's what it got. It took some time and a little bit of aggravation but in the end, it is magnificent and stands proudly in the center of town. A neighbor across the street described it as 'shiny'

What makes this property unique

The benefits are its proximity to everything in town, the luxurious amenities in the cottage, and the comparably affordable nightly rate!

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