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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedroomsSleeps 12223.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
2nd floor
2 Single Beds
Gondoliers
2 Single Beds
Pirates of Penzance
1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
The Merry Widow
4 Single Beds
Yeomen
1 Queen Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Lots of activities for kids!
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Additional fees apply
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
The non-smoking policy is strict.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 45
Note from host: Additional fees apply
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
Bennington
Located in Bennington, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Harmon Hill and Williams College Taconic Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bennington Arts Guild Gallery and Bennington Center for the Arts. Travelling with kids? Consider 62 Center for Theater and Dance and Hopkins Observatory. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.

Bennington, VT
What's nearby
- Southern Vermont College - 14 min drive - 7.5 km
- Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Convenience Store & Vehicle Display - 15 min drive - 9.3 km
- Bennington Museum - 15 min drive - 9.6 km
- Bennington Battle Monument - 17 min drive - 10.7 km
- Williams College - 18 min drive - 18.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cumberland Farms - 16 min drive
- McDonald's - 16 min drive
- Stewart's Shops - 14 min drive
- The Dutchman's Tavern - 13 min drive
- Dunkin' - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
30 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alfredo C.
30 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vermont experience
Alfredo C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara H.
2 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Besties Weekend
Sara H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jamie C.
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor Day Getaway
Jamie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colby E.
8 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to get whole family together
Colby E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Abby D.
24 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax and enjoy time with loved ones
Abby D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ron R.
6 June 2017
Wonderful Graduation Weekend
Ron R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Leigh B.
10 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for a large group
Leigh B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Praveen R.
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home with character
Praveen R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sam M.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It has EVERYTHING!
Sam M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie J.
16 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachelorette Weekend
Stephanie J.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nathaniel K.
19 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible experience!
Nathaniel K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gregory C.
2 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A tranquil Escape
Gregory C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura L.
8 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Soul satisfying long weekend
Laura L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jim b.
28 Mar 2019
Wonderful home, wonderful owner
jim b.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lauri M.
16 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lauri M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Matt D.
4 Oct 2016
Excellent Choice
Matt D.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David K.
9 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great week
David K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linea R.
2 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karin's Place was the perfect place for our family vacation
Linea R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie S.
5 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for wide range of ages!
Stephanie S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Zach V.
23 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Board Game Cabin Success
Zach V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Huzefa O.
31 May 2016
Perfect Family Getaway
Huzefa O.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alex W.
7 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly Perfect
Alex W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vishal T.
7 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A destination in itself
Vishal T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Betty T.
17 Jan 2017
Perfect Host!
Betty T.
About the host
Hosted by Jenny Dewar
Jenny and John met in 1991 while performing in Jesus Christ Superstar in Germany. John was in the pit playing his trombone and Jenny was onstage kicking her legs while making eyes at the pit.
Jenny began stage managing in the mid-90s while John continued to play his horn in any number of bands, ensembles, records, and films. They both worked on Broadway for a number of years before deciding it was time to live in the country. (During that time, they managed to get married.)
In 2006, they made a quick and sudden decision to sell their home in Astoria, Queens and see what Vermont living was all about. They never looked back. After Robert and Karin (Jenny’s parents) passed away, Jenny’s father entrusted her to continue his legacy of hosting people from far and wide in his home.
Robert and Karin originally built the house in 1994 as a weekend retreat. They so loved it here that they sold their apartment in New York City, moved up here full time, and then built a massive addition in 2010. Karin was wheelchair bound, so the house was designed for her accessibility. A ramp and no multi-leveling on the first floor make it easy to get around via wheelchair.
In New York, any number of people had keys to their home. It was always full of various guests, rehearsing a musical/operetta, giving a concert, or just hanging out because they had nowhere else to go for Thanksgiving. The addition to Karin’s Place was built in the same vein. Build it and they will come…
The bedrooms are named after light operas that Karin and Robert appeared in together during their lives. They were active in the Village Light Opera Group the entire 30 years they lived in New York City. Their first date was a trip to the opera!
Sadly, both Robert and Karin passed away earlier than they should have. Jenny and John promised that they would continue to keep the house full and busy. Thus, Karin’s Place was born and Jenny and John have been enjoying a variety of guests ever since.
Jenny began stage managing in the mid-90s while John continued to play his horn in any number of bands, ensembles, records, and films. They both worked on Broadway for a number of years before deciding it was time to live in the country. (During that time, they managed to get married.)
In 2006, they made a quick and sudden decision to sell their home in Astoria, Queens and see what Vermont living was all about. They never looked back. After Robert and Karin (Jenny’s parents) passed away, Jenny’s father entrusted her to continue his legacy of hosting people from far and wide in his home.
Robert and Karin originally built the house in 1994 as a weekend retreat. They so loved it here that they sold their apartment in New York City, moved up here full time, and then built a massive addition in 2010. Karin was wheelchair bound, so the house was designed for her accessibility. A ramp and no multi-leveling on the first floor make it easy to get around via wheelchair.
In New York, any number of people had keys to their home. It was always full of various guests, rehearsing a musical/operetta, giving a concert, or just hanging out because they had nowhere else to go for Thanksgiving. The addition to Karin’s Place was built in the same vein. Build it and they will come…
The bedrooms are named after light operas that Karin and Robert appeared in together during their lives. They were active in the Village Light Opera Group the entire 30 years they lived in New York City. Their first date was a trip to the opera!
Sadly, both Robert and Karin passed away earlier than they should have. Jenny and John promised that they would continue to keep the house full and busy. Thus, Karin’s Place was born and Jenny and John have been enjoying a variety of guests ever since.
Why they chose this property
This property was passed on to Jenny by her parents so that she would save it and keep it full of people.
What makes this property unique
The beauty of this home is the feeling of being in the middle of nowhere but having arts, culture, and towns just a few miles away. There are unexpected treasures everywhere you turn. It is a home. A grand home, but a home. Everyone is comfortable and all you need to bring is food and your bodies!
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