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Work, Ski, Relax - Big Restored 1860s Farmhouse

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Dining
Interior
Escape to a charming 1860’s farmhouse, where ultra-fast fiber Wifi and stunning terraced gardens await. With two historic barns on a 10-acre property, there's ample space for up to 12 guests - or more! Enjoy activities like hiking, biking on country roads or lounging by local lakes & rivers.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Work, Ski, Relax - Big Restored 1860s Farmhouse

Come up solo or bring friends and family to our unique and lovingly renovated estate! Our charming 1860’s farmhouse sleeps up to 12 (with room for more) and features over two acres of terraced gardens and two historic barns on a 10 acre property.
From working from home with ultra-fast fiber Wifi, skiing, hiking, lounging at the local lakes & rivers, biking on country roads, to antique shopping, art galleries, delicious dining & craft beer & wine shops -- there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Work, Ski, Relax - Big Restored 1860s Farmhouse Chester

About the neighborhood

Map
Chester, VT

What's nearby

  • DaVallia Art & Accents - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Vermont Country Store - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Springfield Hospital - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Magic Mountain Ski Resort - 29 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Okemo Mountain Resort - 29 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

  • Bellows Falls Station - 20 min drive
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Md's Cybah Bier Garten - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Copper Fox - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Southern Pie Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Work, Ski, Relax - Big Restored 1860s Farmhouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Work, Ski, Relax - Big Restored 1860s Farmhouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Work, Ski, Relax - Big Restored 1860s Farmhouse?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Work, Ski, Relax - Big Restored 1860s Farmhouse located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from DaVallia Art & Accents and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Bonnie's Bundles Dolls. Vermont Country Store and Springfield Hospital are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Work, Ski, Relax - Big Restored 1860s Farmhouse Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

FERDINANDO P.

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

Wonderful winter stay

Excellent location and house for our family ski weekend. Peter wAs easily reached and responsive. Would highly recommend and stay at their place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

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