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By Manchester, VT-Circa 1840 Hand Hewn Barn on private pond close to skiing.

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Summer 2015
1830 hand hewn beams
Balcony view
Favorite haunt sun-glass porch
Porch overlooking pond

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Winhall, VT
  • Place, Bromley Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Battenkill River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Golf Club at Equinox
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

By Manchester, VT-Circa 1840 Hand Hewn Barn on private pond close to skiing.

Located 6 miles from Manchester Center. Minutes from Bromley and Magic Mountain Ski Centers and within 25 minutes from Stratton and Okemo. Killington and Mount Snow are within a one hour drive. Lodge sits on 13 bucolic acres surrounded by National Forest overlooking trout pond. This property is also in the middle of a bird sanctuary. Natural scented flower gardens around front porch. Cathedral ceilings in living room / dining room, with massive cobblestone fireplace. Glassed screened porch. Free-form decks. Fully equipped kitchen. 2 full baths upstairs bath has jacuzzi jets. Barn Sleeps 6 adults and 2 to 4 children. The 3 bedrooms each have a queen bed. There is a loft area upstairs that has 2 twin trundle beds that can sleep 4 when opened. Appalachian and Long trail hiking to the top of scenic Bromley mountain accessible right from property. Well behaved pets are welcome but as per house rules we ask they pets are kept off furniture and beds and we do require a $100 pet fee per pet due to multiple issues with dog hair on beds and furniture. When you book you can check the box to add pets and pet fee. No cats are allowed.

Note: Although very rare due to unforeseen circumstances the pond may be partially drained for dam repair. Also, we take guests privacy very serious and we do not have any inside surveillance or televisions with front facing cameras. Swimming in the pond is not recommended because it is a wildlife pond and has Leaches and Beaver from time to time. Fishing is permitted but you may want to purchase a Vermont state fishing license.



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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cancellation policy: Bookings cancelled at least 30 days before check-in will receive a 100% refund. 14 days before check-in is a 50% refund.
Do not flush anything other than toilet paper down the toilet. Do not flush wipes or anything else down the toilet. Clogs are guests responsibility.
Pets are NOT allowed on beds and furniture. A $100 fee per dog is required and an extra cleaning fee will be deducted if pet hair is a problem.

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
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

About the area

Bondville

Located in Bondville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Stratton Mountain Resort and Bromley Mountain Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Manchester Designer Outlets and West River Farmers Market. Bromley Alpine Slide and Southern Vermont Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Winhall, VT

What's nearby

  • Bromley Mountain Ski Resort - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Battenkill River - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bromley Alpine Slide - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Manchester Designer Outlets - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Golf Club at Equinox - 11 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Willoughby’s Depot Eatery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Zoey's Deli & Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is By Manchester, VT-Circa 1840 Hand Hewn Barn on private pond close to skiing. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at By Manchester, VT-Circa 1840 Hand Hewn Barn on private pond close to skiing.?

As of 16 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at By Manchester, VT-Circa 1840 Hand Hewn Barn on private pond close to skiing. on 24 April 2026 start from NZ$396, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at By Manchester, VT-Circa 1840 Hand Hewn Barn on private pond close to skiing.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at By Manchester, VT-Circa 1840 Hand Hewn Barn on private pond close to skiing.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at By Manchester, VT-Circa 1840 Hand Hewn Barn on private pond close to skiing.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is By Manchester, VT-Circa 1840 Hand Hewn Barn on private pond close to skiing. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Green Mountain National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Bromley Mountain Ski Resort and Bromley Alpine Slide. Lye Brook Falls Trailhead and Manchester Designer Outlets are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay! Charming renovated barn, we enjoyed the beautiful garden and secluded lake
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice lodge type setting. The area is beautiful. Beds are good but could use some updated furniture in the great room. Kitchen is well stocked and is large enough to feed a small army. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check in process was seamless. The house is easy to find, tucked away from the road but an easy commute to Manchester. The beds were comfy and the kitchen was well stocked for cooking meals at home. Loved the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was like coming home! Perfect, just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Otis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If there was mondern comfortable furniture place would be amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy N.

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

Excellent trip

Property is very well maintained, with a nice pond, fireplace, and loft. Enjoyed being near Manchester, hiking trails, and mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

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

Beautiful property

We arrived late at night the accommodations were outstanding. We could not have asked for a more perfect place. When we woke the next day to amazing lush greenest. We enjoyed the entire stay. We actually extended the stay one day to enjoy the place more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne M.

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

Beautiful and rustic

We loved our stay in this beautiful old cabin/barn, the space was perfect for our family of 5 plus our dog. Location is great, close to town but remote and private. It lacked nothing, especially not charm.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

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

Interesting, beautiful house

We had such a wonderful stay. Loved the house and the private location. No problems with anything in the house. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

terry r.

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

Manchester

Beaver dam is a wonderful place even during the 1000 year rain! I hope we can come again soon
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Beaver Damn Stay

It was wonderful to return to this cozy welcoming property. I stayed in the other house maybe 6 or 7 years in a row quite some time ago. You can tell it’s such a family place. Everything was easy, comfortable and the spot is just amazing. We couldn’t have been happier.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

Highly recommended

Great home and property! We really enjoyed our stay. Awesome location, set off of a private road , yet just a short drive to Manchester Village, and restaurants and shops. Custom home, beautiful exposed beams throughout, full of character. Great Communication with Brad. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Cozy lodge with beautiful view

This is a cozy lodge filled with interesting antiques and a drop dead gorgeous location on a private pond. Minutes from the entrance to Bromley Mountain for skiing or summer fun. Well appointed rooms sleep 6 adults and 2 children easily. Woke up to coffee on the deck watching birds. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megin M.

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

Beautiful way to spend Christmas

We spent the very first Christmas away from home and into a home that made the holiday a wonderful memory for us. We have stayed at this property in the summer and both seasons did not disappoint. The property is in a secluded area, quiet and very close to skiing. I would book and stay here forever if I could. MM
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great getaway in VT

This was such a charming experience in a rustic cabin that offered everything you would need for your stay. Communication and directions were outstanding and made this location easy to find. When we first arrived we thought this would be too close to the main road but honestly once you get inside the peacefulness of this cabin took over and there was a tremendous sigh of relief as the work stress melted away. Great experience and we all agreed we would come back here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Long weekend

Fantastic. So unique. Beautiful place to get snowed in. Skiing 3 miles away, Manchester is only 6 miles away. We stayed here two years ago and loved it. We will be back. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Cabin in the woods

A terrific get-away to Vermont cabin in the woods, we drove up from Virginia. We spent the week between Christmas and New Years, very close to Bromley Ski mountain, easy drive to Stratton and others. We cooked meals in every night, everything was there that we needed. Played family games after dinner, they have a stocked cabinet full of options. No complaints at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Warm Winter Wonderland!

Rented this lodge based on other positive reviews - and they were spot on! Greeted by snowy landscape and cozy, warm, lodge wonderfully appointed More you looked, more you saw! Comfy beds, good showers, full service kitchen, spotless. Our family of 5 adults , 13 yr old twin granddaughters greed we felt like we were in a welcoming home. Brad, part owner/prop. manager immediately responded to call or text. We are looking forward to Dec 2025 to do it all again. Don’t miss Zoe’s grill in Manchester
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alissa n.

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

An absolute Gem!

Staying at this house was an honor, you can just feel the history inside! If you appreciate authenticity and antiques, this is the stay for you. Heat and hot water were fabulous. Ester was so kind, she even mailed back my friends forgotten laundry (and added in a shirt and hat!!) A piece of my heart is left with this house... We WILL be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth K.

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

Wonderful Stay

We were 3 couples over 60. The house was plenty large to accommodate all of us with ease and comfort. We enjoyed lots of laughter in the dining and sun rooms. The large kitchen was easy to work in. Overall, the house is great and convenient to Manchester. Two things to note: the pond is barely visible from the house due to the summer foliage. Route 11 created more road noise than I expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique experience

A true cabin. We decided we had been in the Berenstain Bears’ tree house. Rustic. Thank goodness for fans as it was hot & hard to enjoy the beautiful sun room which must be gorgeous in the winter. Pretty setting ruined by the noisy road close by. Comfortable beds & linens.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill O.

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

Stay at Beaver Dam Lodge

We loved our stay at the lodge. We had two couples and kids ranging in age from 2 to 12. We did lots of skiing at Bromley but loved having Manchester so close to explore. The pinball arcade was a great rainy day activity for kids! The house was amazing and bigger than we imagined, we were all extremely comfortable. The only thing to mention is the stairs and upstairs loft are a bit scary for little ones. We blocked them with a baby gate and didn’t let the two year old up there, but it was fine for the big kids. We can’t wait to plan another stay next year!
Stayed 23 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Terri J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location with a couple issues

Property is a great location to explore Vermont. We spent 4 nights and visited several locations throughout the State. Hiked to Bromley summit right from front door and the Lye Brook Falls hike was great. Description indicates a cleaning co. Maintains the property but on arrival we found a partially decomposing mouse in the upper level shower and during the stay had large black ants in dinning, kitchen and lower level Bathroom. I cleaned up the mouse and dealt with ants as we saw them. Overall did not let those things deter our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

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

Incredible Barn

Beautifully designed and hosted this rental was the best VRBO experience we have had. Close to hiking and restaurants.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ester and Brad Wickes

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What makes this property unique

5 acre pond on property

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English

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