Nestled in a serene valley of the Green Mountain National Forest and boasting 5 acres of maple tree-laden land, this Victorian home is the place for an unparalleled retreat. The 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath vacation rental was built in 1856 and boasts a perfect blend of old-fashioned charm and modern luxury. Spend your days relaxing at the river on-site, taking a dip in the pool, or roasting s'mores at the fire pit. During winter, curl up with a book in the library and gaze out over a snowy hillside.
Escape to this Victorian-style chalet, ideal for a large family or friend group, to experience a memorable trip to the Vermont countryside filled with poolside chats, river swims, and binge reading in the library.
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Parlor): Queen Bed | Bedroom 3 (Blue): Full Bed | Bedroom 4 (Salmon): Twin Bed | Bedroom 5 (Bird): 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 6 (Loft Bunk House): 4 Full Beds, King Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING: Seasonal hilltop pool, expansive yard, outdoor dining area, mountain views, hammocks, fire pit, river access INDOOR LIVING: Wood-burning fireplace, 3 cable TVs, DVD player, separate bunkhouse, dining table, book library KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, toaster, water filter, dishware/flatware GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer & dryer, brand new central heating system, air conditioning, linens, towels, RO & water filtration system FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip, max 2 pets), 2 steps required for access, limited cell service, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor, firewood not provided, caretakers on-site PARKING: Driveway (10 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
OPT OUTSIDE: Green Mountain National Forest (surrounding), Rupert Town Forest (1.1 miles), Jungle Experience Zoo (10.9 miles), Lake St. Catherine (16.3 miles), Emerald Lake State Park (19.8 miles), Bromley Mountain Ski Resort (21.8 miles), Stratton Mountain Resort (31.1 miles) AGRITOURISM: Merck Forest & Farmland Center (5.4 miles), Marlee Farm Alpacas (6.7 miles), Dorset Farmers Market (10.0 miles), Wellsmere Farm (12.0 miles), North Meadow Farm (14.1 miles), Hicks Orchard (14.9 miles), Wildwood Berry Farm (19.3 miles) NEARBY TOWNS: Dorset (9.3 miles), Granville (10.1 miles), Manchester (16.1 miles), Glen Falls (29.1 miles), Saratoga Springs (38.5 miles) AIRPORT: Rutland Southern Vermont Regional Airport (32.6 miles)
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- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires 2 steps and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility - NOTE: The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality - NOTE: The pool is closed September through May - NOTE: Pets are not allowed in the pool at anytime - NOTE: If you want to bring more than one pet, you must get approved by property owner (maximum of 2 pets) - NOTE: Heating is available from mid November through mid March. Space heaters and multiple fireplaces are provided - NOTE: AC is available from June through August. There are two large window units, one in the living room and one on the main bedroom floor. UNITS will be removed from house all other times - NOTE: This home has implemented a multi-stage water filtration and purification system in the house to remove sulfur, iron and other trace minerals from the well water. In addition, softeners have been added as well to help bring the well water to comparable city water levels & the water is free of any smells and is drinkable purity - NOTE: Please note that this historic property and its 170 years in existence might have a few quirks not present in most modern newly built homes. For this reason, there are on-ground caretakers to tend to anything that might require attention. The caretakers (Mario & Rosa) live in a separate building on-site. They may be present during your stay, but they try to be out of sight while guests are in residence to maintain privacy and optimal guest experiences
Accommodatie-voorzieningen
Zwembad/spa
Privézwembad
Internet
Beschikbaar in de villa: internettoegang
Parkeren en vervoer
Auto aanbevolen
Keuken
Broodrooster
Koelkast
Koffiezetapparaat/waterkoker
Kookgerei, borden en bestek
Kookplaat
Microgolfoven
Slaapkamers
6 slaapkamers
Beddengoed inbegrepen
Badkamer
3,5 badkamers
Haardroger
Handdoeken inbegrepen
Woonruimtes
Houtkachel
Open haard
Entertainment
Boeken
Dvd-speler
Muziekbibliotheek
Spellen
Stereo-installatie
Tv met kabel-/satellietzenders
Videogames
Buiten
Barbecue
Gazon
Patio
Tuin
Vuurplaats
Wasvoorzieningen
Wasmachine/droogkast
Wasserette
Comfort
Airconditioning
Verwarming
Huisdieren
Huisdiervriendelijk
Toegankelijkheidsvoorzieningen
Rookvrije accommodatie
Diensten en faciliteiten
Huishoudservice op verzoek
Strijkijzer/strijkplank
Telefoon
Uitgelichte locatiekenmerken
Dicht bij een spa
Dingen om te doen
Biljart/pooltafel
Watersportuitrusting
Jagen in de buurt
Motorbootverhuur in de buurt
Wandel-/fietsroutes in de buurt
Veiligheidsvoorzieningen
Koolmonoxidemelder (de eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
Rookmelder (de eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
Je ontvangt een e-mail van de eigenaar met instructies over het in- en uitchecken
De informatie die de accommodatie verstrekt, is mogelijk vertaald met automatische vertaaltools
Huisdieren
Huisdieren toegelaten
Assistentiedieren zijn welkom en er wordt geen toeslag voor in rekening gebracht
Opmerking van de gastheer/-vrouw: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
Kinderen en extra bedden
Kinderen zijn welkom.
Evenementen
No events allowed
Roken
Smoking is not permitted
Belangrijke informatie
Algemene info
Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd door een professionele eigenaar, die accommodaties aanbiedt vanuit zijn/haar vakgebied, bedrijf of beroep.
Afhankelijk van het accommodatiebeleid kan voor extra personen een toeslag worden aangerekend.
Tijdens het inchecken dien je in het geval van incidentele kosten mogelijk een geldig identiteitsbewijs voor te leggen en een borgsom in contanten, per bankkaart of kredietkaart te betalen.
Speciale verzoeken kunnen, indien mogelijk, bij check-in worden ingewilligd. Hiervoor kunnen extra kosten worden aangerekend. Speciale verzoeken kunnen niet worden gegarandeerd.
Feesten of groepsevenementen ter plaatse zijn ten strengste verboden
De eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
De eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
De accommodatie beschikt over de volgende veiligheidsvoorzieningen: een brandblusapparaat en een EHBO-koffer
Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd via onze partner, Vrbo. Je ontvangt een e-mail van Vrbo met een link naar een Vrbo-account, waarmee je je boeking kunt aanpassen of annuleren.
Als je je boeking annuleert, ben je onderhevig aan het annuleringsbeleid van de eigenaar. In overeenstemming met de EU-regelgeving over consumentenrechten, vallen boekingsservices voor accommodaties niet onder het herroepingsrecht.
Overige info
Er wordt een auto aanbevolen om van en naar deze accommodatie te reizen.
Over deze buurt
deze villa ligt in Rupert. Bezoek culturele hoogtepunten Dorset Historical Society Museum en Dorset Playhouse. Daarnaast kun je ook enkele van de lokale activiteiten beleven bij RS Taylor & Sons Brewery en Golf Club at Equinox. Salem Art Works en Southern Vermont Arts Center zijn ook een bezoek waard. Kies voor een wateravontuur zoals motorbootvaren of voor een outdooravontuur zoals jagen en het afleggen van wandel- en fietsroutes. Bekijk onze reisgids voor Rupert
Glens Falls, New York (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) - 45 min. rijden
Restaurants
Consider Bardwell Farm & Cafe
6 min. rijden
Mettowee Mint
12 min. rijden
The Barn Restaurant & Tavern
17 min. rijden
twenty-seven nineteen
9 min. rijden
Rupert Rising Breads
5 min. rijden
Veelgestelde vragen
Zijn huisdieren welkom bij Gorgeous Victorian-Style House w/ Hilltop Pool!?
Ja, huisdieren zijn bij deze accommodatie welkom.
Hoe laat kan ik bij Gorgeous Victorian-Style House w/ Hilltop Pool! inchecken?
Inchecken is mogelijk vanaf 16.00 uur.
Tot hoe laat kan ik bij Gorgeous Victorian-Style House w/ Hilltop Pool! uitchecken?
Je dient om uiterlijk 10.00 uur uit te checken.
Waar staat Gorgeous Victorian-Style House w/ Hilltop Pool!?
Deze villa in Rupert bevindt zich op enkele stappen van Green Mountain National Forest en op 3 km van R. K. Kittay Public Library. Ook Merck Forest Farmland Center en Dorset Historical Society Museum liggen op 15 km afstand.
Beoordelingen over Gorgeous Victorian-Style House w/ Hilltop Pool!
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Uitstekend
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Gastenscore: 10 - Uitstekend. 20 van 33 beoordelingen
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Gastenscore: 8 - Goed. 6 van 33 beoordelingen
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8,2
Netheid
9,6
Locatie
8,0
Personeel en service
8,0
Staat van de accommodatie en faciliteiten
Beoordelingen
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Rene C.
16 jan 2023
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Family weekend
Perfect property for our long holiday weekend family getaway. Property owner was very accommodating.
Rene C.
3 nachten verbleven in januari 2023
Geverifieerd
8/10 – Goed
Bradley P.
9 aug 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
We spent a week here with four adults and four kids. We had ample room for everyone and enjoyed the property. This is an old rustic house and has some quirks, but the house is in great shape and the property is fantastic. If you are looking for a remote getaway this is nice, as the property has plenty of outdoor options to keep busy. The kitchen has a lot of utensils, pots and pans for use and there is outdoor equipment available as well.
Bradley P.
6 nachten verbleven in juli 2025
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Jeff Y.
4 apr 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Beautiful Home
The house was a perfect weekend getaway for a group of friends from the city. It was absolutely gorgeous and had everything we could need. We even got two feet of snow, so it was a magical Vermont experience! We would definitely go back and thank you!
Jeff Y.
2 nachten verbleven in maart 2024
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Deepinder G.
26 nov 2023
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Great Friendsgiving!
Loved the Friendsgiving at this beautiful place. We had 14 people ranging in age from 9 to 50 plus a pet. We had ample room and great hospitality. We also had a great lunch at Mystic 802 (recommend the spaghetti).
Deepinder G.
4 nachten verbleven in november 2023
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Chris
7 aug 2019
Positief: Netheid, personeel en service, voorzieningen en staat van de accommodatie en faciliteiten
We truly enjoyed our stay. We spent a lot of time in the pool. I thought the water would be too cold but it was beautiful. Our family loved bike riding and running in the area. The grounds are fabulous. We also enjoyed the fully equipped kitchen. We were there for just over a week. A heat wave came at the end of the week and it got very warm in the loft.
Chris
8 nachten verbleven in juli 2019
Van een partnersite
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Katie
2 dec 2024
Beautiful house and property
This is a wonderful place to spend a holiday. We were there for Thanksgiving and it was perfect. Snow fell on Thanksgiving day giving us a cozy feel and beautiful walks along a path across the field in front of the house. Be prepared for an older house. This is not for everyone but we prefer it. The working fireplace was a real plus. The Art - everywhere you look there is something interesting and thought provoking. The house has everything you need for a big group (we were a group of 10). The kitchen is not modern but has everything you need. The grounds are beautiful and very well kept. We will rent again for sure.
Katie
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Melanie T.
18 aug 2023
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Gorgeous, comfortable luxury in a pristine setting
This property was a dreamy, romanticized take on a Victorian property. There was more than enough space for 11 of us (4 extra beds than we needed!!) and the property was absolutely decked out with everything you could need. We swam, we played volleyball, we had a family archery contest, we ate outside on a long, handmade table that looked like it was from a “country living magazine”…. There was lazy morning coffee on the front porch, late night hangouts on the back deck, a sunken bathtub…. books and artwork galore… this home is a well maintained, storybook place and was perfect for a family reunion. Any concerns I had based on previous reviews were put to rest immediately - ignore them! The water was lovely and tasted great, dishwasher worked fine, everything was comfortable. 100% would stay again (and maybe again and again!)
Melanie T.
3 nachten verbleven in augustus 2023
Geverifieerd
6/10 – Matig
A. Roy M.
1 aug 2019
Positief: Netheid, inchecken en locatie
Negatief: Accuraatheid advertentie
Good and Bad
The Good: Great locale, charming home, well appointed kitchen, pool, space for lawn games. The Bad: Though the property was advertised with air conditioning (one of our main requests) there was none. 2nd floor bedrooms were hot at night (early July). Had to go out and buy fans. Two of our family have allergies and having to keep windows open for ventilation kept them coughing and sneezing. Opened the dishwasher the first evening after a meal for 7 adults and 2 children to find dirty water lying in the bottom and the dishwasher non functioning. Contacted owner about both ac and dishwasher but neither situation was ever remedied. Evolve, the agency that handled the booking through VRBO was not a strong advocate on our behalf for a reasonable rebate. We will not book through them again. Owner was charming and polite but nonchalant about each of these problems, never offering to fix them during our stay. I am not sure what recourse one really has when a property is not as advertised, especially when it involves a key factor you used in choosing the property. The full amount had been prepaid. Some traveled from GA & TN for the week. We were not alerted beforehand by the owner and given the opportunity to cancel or accept it “as is” at a reduced rate. We came away quite discouraged by the lack of protection for the renter in such a situation. Not sure we will use VRBO in the future.
A. Roy M.
7 nachten verbleven in juni 2019
Van een partnersite
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Rumi
19 okt 2022
Amazing stay!
We had an absolutely amazing stay at this property, it is far more gorgeous than shown in pictures. It was a large group and we were all very comfortable. The home was clean and the caretakers Rosa and Mario were delightful! We will definitely be coming back!
Rumi
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Lacy O.
3 okt 2022
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
A very inviting gathering space
8 girls and two babies could move and sleep comfortably. Cooking and spending time together andweekend was wonderful. We asked the property manager who was in a different structure on site to set a fire in one of the fireplaces, and it was warm and cozy.
Lacy O.
2 nachten verbleven in september 2022
Geverifieerd
8/10 – Goed
Chong L.
17 mrt 2022
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie en locatie
Charming for sure.
The house was old, so be prepared to go to a rustic old house. Interesting to say the least for the shower upstairs. The wood burning stoves were fantastic and definitely needed during the winter months. All ski locations were about slightly less than an hour, should of read the details more carefully. All in all it was a great time for the entire family and friends.
Chong L.
3 nachten verbleven in maart 2022
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Wendy O.
13 dec 2021
Positief: Inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Jeering weekend
This house was a perfect fit for our Jeep club trip to Vermont. We worked with Treadlightly to build trails and clean up trash during the day. It was great to be able to accommodate all of us in one house.
Wendy O.
2 nachten verbleven in december 2021
Geverifieerd
6/10 – Matig
Molly S.
25 aug 2021
Positief: Inchecken, locatie
Negatief: Netheid, communicatie
Needs lots of work
It’s a very cute house, but its dirty and needs a lot of work that has clearly been neglected for some time. One of the showers is unusable as it leaks into the kitchen. It’s obvious that it’s been ignored for a while because there are water stains on the ceiling. From finding mouse poop in the salad bowl to broken furniture that had been taped back together or simply left broken (dining chairs, to rusty kitchen utensils. This house left a lot to be desired. Oh and there’s no AC on the second floor. Not great when it’s 84 degrees outside with only 1 window unit on the first floor.
Molly S.
4 nachten verbleven in augustus 2021
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
jovita b.
28 jul 2021
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Vacay in Vermont
Love the pool!!! The owner was easy to reach and staff on grounds were easily available!!
jovita b.
3 nachten verbleven in juli 2021
Geverifieerd
6/10 – Matig
shaun b.
18 jan 2021
Positief: Inchecken, communicatie
Negatief: Netheid
With easy updates would have been great
Beautiful part of Vermont. So grateful they allowed dogs - they were in Heaven and they are very much a part of our family. Brilliant communication with owner. Wonderful floor plan. Super toasty with the fabulous wood burning stoves. My wife was in Heaven with the books and art.
The House definitely needs a DEEP clean - my wife (interior designer) referred to it as a commercial cleaning (typically hired post renovations/construction). The other problem was the sulfur in the water— while assured it was safe the smell was pretty awful.....we spent a lot of money on water to drink, cook and hygiene. Other improvements would be simple update in linens/shower curtain — make sure lights/bulbs work — throw out old soap/sponges/refrigerator items - washable slip covers for furniture — all stained big time (we brought lots of blankets and wound up placing them on sofas to sit). Back bathroom basically has a hole in the floor in front of the toilet. My wife is going to make specific suggestions (affordable showrooms/products) that are pet/kid/renting friendly to owner with the intention of helping — no judgement. These updates are very manageable with the income this house is providing. Keep us posted - if tackled - we will gladly be back! ❤️ Vermont!
shaun b.
5 nachten verbleven in december 2020
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Lori H.
27 aug 2020
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Relaxing
I took my family away for a quiet relaxing long weekend to get away from the craziness of life. It was just what we all needed.
Lori H.
3 nachten verbleven in augustus 2020
Geverifieerd
8/10 – Goed
Lorraine G.
25 aug 2020
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Lovely stay
We really enjoyed our stay at Chandler House. The property was great for our kids to have a sense of freedom while still close by. The pool was ideal despite some water issues caused by weather and rain.
If you appreciate design and architecture, this is great place to stay. It was elegant and comfortable. The host Antony was extremely responsive and helpful.
Lorraine G.
14 nachten verbleven in juli 2020
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
kate g.
12 jul 2020
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Absolutely fabulous!
Everything about our trip was so great. The house is absolutely gorgeous.
We were a family of 5 for 3 days and then 6 friends joined us.
The house is spacious and there was plenty of room for everyone inside and out!
The house has lots of character and is exsquitely decorated and furnished with all sorts of eclectic objects, art and books. I could've spent days looking through the books in the library.
The kitchen is really well equipped for large parties. We wanted for nothing. All the beds were amazingly comfortable and the kids LOVED the bunkhouse!
The host was extremely responsive!
Honestly, we can't wait to come back!
kate g.
6 nachten verbleven in juni 2020
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Luba p.
19 jan 2020
Positief: Inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Wonderful place!
Our stay at the beautiful Rupert Villa over the New Year holidays was wonderful. The owner was prompt to respond to any questions or requests. The house has losts of character and decorated with rustic charm and filled with history, art and beautiful objects. It made our New Year holidays magical and would love to return!
Luba p.
5 nachten verbleven in december 2019
Geverifieerd
2/10 – Verschrikkelijk
Geverifieerde reiziger
16 nov 2019
Positief: Inchecken, locatie
Negatief: Netheid, communicatie en accuraatheid advertentie
This Place Is A Disaster
My wife and I recently rented your Rupert, VA home for a weekend with our family. The pictures that you posted convinced us that the home would be perfect in every way.
Unfortunately, when we arrived it was a different story. All of us – eight adults and six grandchildren – were shocked at the condition of the home and realized that some time must have passed since those original photos were posted. We found the interior of the home in such deplorable shape:
• A cooler of rotted, maggoty, steaks greeted us as we entered the kitchen. Gagging over the putrid stench it created, our oldest grandson had to drag it outside as we tried not to vomit. How did your cleaning crew miss that one?
• The dishwasher didn’t work, which was a major inconvenience with 14 people staying there. How long does it take to fix or replace a dishwasher?
• When we attempted to make coffee we found the glass carafe for the coffee maker had a hole in the bottom of it. Thankfully there was large coffee urn we were able to use.
• The potable water smelled of sulphur. We were told to let it run and the smell would dissipate. After the days of use by 14 people, it still smelled like sulfur.
• There were dead flies on the kitchen window ledges.
• There were live mice scurrying about and their droppings found in the kitchen drawers and living room, and likely in the other rooms as well.
• We found petrified dog poo in the living room. When my daughter removed it and washed the area, she found more under the area rug, as well.
• The large TV was not hooked up to the cable.
• Unfortunately, the central heat isn’t turned on until November, and it took two days of constantly feeding the fireplaces with wood (which we purchased) to get rid of the bone chilling atmosphere. When we found the three well-hidden space heaters, the breakers flipped off.
• The bathtub and toilet on the main floor were in a deplorable state and need replacing, and the floor under the toilet was about to cave in as the floor is likely rotted. The baseboard heating units are filthy, broken and hanging off the walls.
• There are no locks on the bathroom doors, and the door to a tiny bathroom off the main floor bedroom is broken and literally will not shut.
The owner has not taken any ownership for these issues; thankfully Evolve Vacation Rental, have been great to work with and refunded us any profit they made on this listing. They should delist this property from their offering.
Geverifieerde reiziger
3 nachten verbleven in oktober 2019
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Nora C.
9 sep 2019
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
A lovely escape
A beautiful home, a well equipped kitchen, and lovely grounds made my and my family's trip delightful.
We hope to return and recommend this property highly.
Nora C.
Geverifieerd
8/10 – Goed
Larah A.
9 okt 2018
Quirky old house, great for a large group!
We stayed here for a few days with 9 adults and 6 kids and it worked out perfectly. The house is decorated with great style and we loved the wood burning stoves and fireplace. Although it was too cold for the pool it seems like a great place to be in the warmer months.
My only complaint was that I wish I had been warned that the heat would not be turned on during our stay. We were fine with space heaters and the fireplace but it was damp and chilly when we arrived and some of us didn't bring enough warm clothes. In addition, the water definitely smells like sulfur. If you're a laid back traveler more interested in a cool experience than the luxuries of a more modern place, this house is for you.....but if you are picky this might not be the place for you!
Larah A.
Geverifieerd
6/10 – Matig
Angela N.
1 aug 2018
lovely home and pool
We are a group of 14 women who have rented a house together for the last 10 yrs and understand that each house has its pros and cons.
The pros of this house are that the grounds and pool are beautiful, the house is spacious and can accomodate a crowd and the surrounding area has a lot to offer. Weather permitting we ate al fresco almost every night dining with the fireflies.
The cons are that we were told check in was at 3 but the housekeeper was told 4 and she wasn’t finished cleaning when we arrived. Having a crew to clean would remedy this problem as it is a large house. I also believe the house had not been opened or rented recently as the outside porches and furniture were not clean with lots of cobwebsand dirt and they need repair as some boards are rotted. Opening windows showed windowsills full of dead bugs and there were mouse droppings in empty kitchen drawers. The main kitchen refrigerator did not work but there was another inside the back door that did work but there is no ice maker. The dishwasher did not work and we had to buy dish soap for hand washing.
When you rent a house for 15 you expect dishes and glasses and coffee mugs that can handle the traffic. A little better stocking and effort is needed especially when you are hand washing.
We have had the issue of clutter in other homes we have rented and this one also has that dilemma. All the coat hooks, table tops and closets were taken up with the owners winter coats and personal effects. The bathrooms also had a lot of owners supplies and need some work in that the toilet was wobbly and shower heads a bit clogged from the soft water.
The beds are comfortable and the window air conditioners worked well but the bunk room was very hot and had no ac or fans. With mattresses on the floor that room was hard to sleep in.
There are 2 stairways which are steep and one does not have a handrail. We did have a ‘fall’ that did not result in an injury but the rug on the stairs needs to be removed.
Recognizing that this is an older home and that I believe this is the first year it has been rented out one can expect that this will be a learning experience for the owners. With attention to all of these shortcomings this house will be a wonderful place for gatherings in the future.
We did contact the owner regarding the mouse droppings and the housekeeper came immediately to reclean the kitchen and brought us wine glasses as there were none.
Angela N.
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Travis S.
11 jul 2018
Amazing!
This house is huge and homely. The property is the perfect size. Plenty of room to set up lawn games, multiple options for camp fires. The pool is terrific for hanging out in or around. Didn’t know there was not a microwave though, keep that in mind when planning food! Definitely would stay there again. Plenty of bathrooms and sleeping areas.
Travis S.
3 nachten verbleven in juni 2018
Geverifieerd
8/10 – Goed
Maria E.
19 mei 2018
Overall great stay, quick to address problems
Lovely older house. Lots of character and beautiful grounds. We had an initial mix up about our arrival date, but Antony was extremely helpful, easy to contact and made everything right. We enjoyed late night conversations around the campfire, coffee on the covered porch, relaxing in the hammocks and so much more than a hotel can ever offer! Thanks for a memorable vacation.