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Cozy Converted Barn on Secluded 6.5 acres with Hot Tub

Cozy Converted Barn on Secluded 6.5 acres with Hot Tub

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Living room with wood-burning stove
A real converted barn in VT!  2 acres of lawn and 4.5 of woods with trails.
View from living room into the rest of the house.
Looking up into loft area
Pre-Thanksgiving snowstorm 2016

Overview of Cozy Converted Barn on Secluded 6.5 acres with Hot Tub

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 8153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Shaftsbury, VT
  • Popular LocationBennington College5 min drive
  • Popular LocationBennington Battle Monument10 min drive
  • Popular LocationBennington Center for the Arts11 min drive
  • AirportAlbany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Backroom

Loft

Masterbedroom

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cozy Converted Barn on Secluded 6.5 acres with Hot Tub

Spend the month, week or weekend in a beautiful rustic converted barn on 6.5 very private sunny country acres with southerly long-range views of Mt. Anthony and the Bennington Monument. Wander the park-like trails through 4 acres of old apple orchard and woodland. Enjoy a soak under the stars in a 6-person hot-tub with total privacy. Why get a bed and breakfast when you can have a house and land all to yourself? This vacation rental is located in southwestern Vermont, less than 12 minutes from downtown Bennington (but still feels very quiet and secluded). Pick apples, bird-watch, and view other wildlife like deer, grouse, wild turkeys, rabbits, Lynx, and Bob-cats. Excellent fly fishing on the nearby Battenkill river. Attend the summer horse shows in nearby Manchester. Enjoy the world-famous Vermont fall foliage. Watch the flowers bloom in the spring. Ski or snowshoe in the winter. Enjoy a bon-fire in the back-yard. Five major ski areas are located within an hour's drive. House is fully furnished and has slate shower, bear-claw bath tub, NEW gas cooking stove (top end model), microwave, refrigerator, dish washer, bread maker, waffle maker, cable, DVD/VCR, and wireless internet, plus two wood stoves and free wood to keep you warm at night (There's also central air heating and a portable air-conditioner if needed). There's a large downstairs master bedroom with its own gas stove/fireplace for ambiance and extra heat. There is a living room, dining area, and another small room that could sleep 2 with large electric blowup mattress on site. A spiral staircase leads up to a large loft with a full-sized spring mattress futon. There's also a love seat that pulls out into a double size bed. The barnhouse was actually part of a large picturesque Vermont farm just up the dirt road (and view-able from some parts of the property) until it was rolled down on logs and converted into a house some years ago.


Vermont Tax Account #: MRT-10100395


Property manager

Lars
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Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
We have toys and games!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Pets must have up-to-date flea and tick treatment.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Cigarette butts are not to be left outside either.
Please do not use the kitchen butcher block, soapstone countertops, or fry pans as cutting boards. You will be charged for repairs.
Use of the hot tub is at your own risk. No glass or other breakable objects shall be brought near the hot-tub. Follow the posted safety warnings.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Shaftsbury

Located in Shaftsbury, this vacation home is in the city center. Harmon Hill and Prospect Mountain Cross-Country Ski Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Woodford State Park and Howard Park. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating.
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Shaftsbury, VT

What's nearby

  • Bennington College - 5 min drive
  • Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Convenience Store & Vehicle Display - 8 min drive
  • Bennington Museum - 9 min drive
  • Bennington Battle Monument - 10 min drive
  • Bennington Center for the Arts - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • The Dutchman's Tavern - 8 min drive
  • Ramuntos Pizza - 9 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 8 min drive
  • Farm Road Brewing - 8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Getaway
My wife and I both needed to disconnect and unwind after a very busy start to the year. We looked for cabins in Vermont. and the pictures seemed to match what we were looking for. We arrived, and found EXACTLY what the pictures and the description offered. Lars was very informative and helpful, and checked in to ensure we were ok with everything. The entire stay was exactly what we both needed. The trails around the property were really fun to explore. The one other thing I liked was the lack of TVs in the living room and bedroom. This really helped us to digitally detox for the week as well. Thanks again Lars!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Antique lover's paradise
The Vermont barn is chock-full of interesting farm implements and antique furniture. The master queen bed is supremely comfortable, the bath well-stocked with towels and anything else you might need. There are candles everywhere! Lots of high quality appliances. Photos imply the spaces are larger than actual, but photo detail is accurate. Host is very responsive, considerate, and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shaftsbury
Great fun
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, comfy and beautiful.
Not only does this place have the ultimate cozy cabin feel it also has so much character. From the stained glass and funky cabin decor to the claw foot tub and incredibly comfortable mattress of the log frame bed. The wood stoves create so much warmth and ambiance but there is also the option for central heat which is nice too. My husband and I stayed with our 2 college aged boys for a few days of skiing at Mt Snow and Okemo. The boys had plenty of room to sleep between the comfy futon and high quality inflatable mattress or couches. The hot tub was wonderful after a day of skiing, the star gazing beautiful. The town of Bennington is 5 min away with restaurants/market but other towns less than 20 min away offer amenities as well. The host, Lars was incredibly helpful, patient and accommodating. Great communication! We would like to come back in the warmer months too as the property and location are a perfect Vermont destination!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lars

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Lars (pictured here with his childhood sweetheart and wife Kristen) teaches high school biology, chemistry, and environmental science just outside of Philadelphia. He is a VERY avid skier who also enjoys camping, hiking, mountaineering, kite-surfing, watching the Minnesota Vikings, and spending time with his wife and children. Kristen teaches electronic engineering at the college level and is an avid wind surfer, hiker, and skier.

Why they chose this property

This is the perfect property to relax and unwind in total privacy. Vermont in general is a very relaxed, friendly place. Southwestern Vermont is IMO the most beautiful part of Vermont. If you are looking for stress reduction, a romantic get-away, and tons of outdoor activities, you found the perfect place.

What makes this property unique

If you are looking for authentic Vermont country living and something a little out of the ordinary, look no further.

Languages:

English

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