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Gardner Residence and Gardens

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Gardner Residence
Front Door Entrance.
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Entry Room
Hall to Elevator

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 279.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Charlotte, VT
  • Mt. Philo State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Shelburne Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Thompsons Point
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Gardner Residence and Gardens

The 850 sf first floor suite offers one bedroom with one queen sized bed, a 3/4 bath, spacious foyer and a comfortable sitting and dining area. The entrance and all aspects of the suite are handicap accessible. It also offers seasonal availability to a stone patio with a large fire pit and access to 2.4 acres of beautifully manicured lawns and gardens. Your experienced hosts live on the 2nd and 3rd floors. Guests are assured of privacy and tranquility in a setting with exceptional views.

The sitting area provides a refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker and a full inventory of dishes and utensils. Two large south facing windows give great views of the lawn, flower gardens and Mt Philo. A comfortable loveseat, nautical library and some fun games gives you all you need to relax after a full day.

The Gardner Residence is located 1 mile north of Mt. Philo State Park. Drive or walk to the summit to enjoy a spectacular 180 degree view of Lake Champlain and the New York Adirondack mountain range. Take your camera, the sunsets are incredible. Charlotte beach and Lake Champlain are a delightful 5 minute drive away.

Shelburne Farms and Shelburne Museum are Vermont's #1 tourist attractions and located just 10 minutes away. Numerous casual and fine dining restaurants are within a 5 mile radius. The Gardner Residence rural setting is ideal for long bike rides, hikes up Mt. Philo. paddle boarding on the lake and long walks on country roads. End each day relaxing by the fire pit.

Property manager

Oliver Gardner

Languages

English

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Charlotte

Located in Charlotte, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Rokeby Museum and Shelburne Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Shelburne Farms and Greystone. Vermont Teddy Bears and Green River Chocolates are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Charlotte, VT

What's nearby

  • Mt. Philo State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Charlotte Village Winery - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Vermont Teddy Bears - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Shelburne Museum - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Thompsons Point - 12 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Burlington Union Station - 25 min drive
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vermont Cookie Love - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Backyard Bistro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Le Marché Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rustic Roots - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Village Cafe and Tavern - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gardner Residence and Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gardner Residence and Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gardner Residence and Gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gardner Residence and Gardens located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Mt. Philo State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Charlotte Village Winery and Thompsons Point. Rokeby Museum and Vermont Teddy Bears are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri G.

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

Gardner Residence

This is a superb quiet location with lots of options for exploring the area. We were minutes from Mt. Philo State Park which offers a wonderful viewpoint for the setting sun over Lake Champlain. We could see Mt. Philo from our room. We visited local wineries and brew pubs. We also took a ferry across the lake to Essex NY and we climbed to the top of Camel’s Hump. The best was enjoying an evening in the garden near the fire pit and a bottle of local wine.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francine D.

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

Beautiful Location

Thank you so much Oliver for being such a fantastic host . Your home is so peaceful and beautiful. We had a great stay and appreciate your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane N.

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

Wedding in Vermont

This was a perfectly situated place, and beautiful! Oliver was a real treat to visit with and learn some local history. Enjoyed our stay and a very nice place to come back to each night and relax. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

EDWIDGE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete D.

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

Wash ashore

Gail and Ollie are wonderful hosts, and for this sailor to wash ashore in such a lush landscape/garden setting, all I could do was take it all in. The views, the hosts par excellance, the fire pit, proximity to Champlain, great local eateries, all made this a memorable trip, worthy of repeating! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia H.

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

Comfortable, beautiful setting

We stayed for 2 nights and found the rooms comfortable and lovely. We loved the sailing decor and learning about our host's sailing adventures. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and spacious. Lovely view of Mount Philo and the location was convenient to Lake Champlain, Mount Philo state park, Shelburne and Burlington (and the ferry to Essex, NY).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charlotte Getaway

Wonderful accommodating hosts with a beautiful property! Loved the fascinating stories and conversation around the evening fire pit, and the helpful suggestions for touring this gorgeous area. Communication was frequent and easy. Shelburne Museum and Shelburne Farms were great local spots we really enjoyed, as well as the summit view at Mt. Philo State Park. Enjoyed local dining venues Backyard Bistro and Barkeaters and enjoyed both meals immensely. Toured the local towns, and drove to Ben & Jerry’s, Stowe and the Trapp Family lodge. Thank you Oliver and Gayle for a lovely Memorial weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely, comfortable place. Great host!

We enjoyed our stay on this lovely, clean, well appointed property. Oliver is a fascinating, accommodating man who it would be great to get to talk to more.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a very sweet time enjoying this property. It was very peaceful and quiet. The pool table was a wonderful surprise. Unfortunately, while we were there, it was raining so we didn't get to enjoy the Gardens much, but they were beautiful.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Weekend stay

Our stay was great. We arrived late at night, and Gayle was very responsive to texts and even stayed up to welcome us when we got there. We would definitely stay again if we find ourselves back in Vermont.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Gardner residence

Very lovely and quiet. Plenty of room to relax. Beautiful gardens. Good location for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

christina l.

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

A Peaceful retreat

We were able to really enjoy the peace and quiet and reconnect in the beauty of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F., Lawrenceville, NJ

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

Lovely spot

Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., Colorado

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

Lovely home

Lovely home with beautiful landscaping and views of the surrounding hills. Very nicely decorated, comfortable. Location was rural but is a quick drive to attractions and into town. Gracious friendly hosts. Special place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth L.

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

Hidden Gem with great view to Mt. Philo

It was a pleasure to stay on Oliver & Gayles lovely property with a clean & comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely property, beautiful gardens. Nice accomodations and living space. All was excellent, Oliver and Gayle are both fantastic. Would go back. Also very good food closer than I thought it would be. Didn't need to go back to Burlington. Good closer options. First time in Vermont and want to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S., Newtown, PA

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

Even more lovely than the photos

We were in town for a wedding and had the perfect stay at Olive's beautiful home. The grounds are so lush and lovely, making a tranquil respite during an otherwise busy weekend. Oliver was gracious and so friendly, but respected our privacy throughout our stay. I wish we had more time getting to know him. What a fascinating backstory his photos and artwork tell! We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyle K.

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

Family Visit

Location was ideal for us as it was very close to family. Very peaceful and quiet. Enjoyed the time spent with Oliver & Gayle. We’d like to stay there again if we come back to visit family in future years.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H., Mount Tabor, NJ USA

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

Warm and friendly hosts

The accommodations at the Gardner home were exceptional. Although we missed the peak summer season, it was apparent that the property is absolutely stunning when everything is in bloom. The views from the bedroom and sitting room were beautiful. Can’t say enough good things about Oliver and Gayle, our hosts. Both are very interesting people and wonderful conversationalists. They provided useful insights about the area and we got to know a little about them in our short stay. Oliver was also very accommodating to our needs. We will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom P., VOORHEESVILLE

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

A special find

The location and comfort level of this lovely 1-bedroom were sincerely wonderful, the views serene, and Oliver and Gayle were hospitable and charming, and kept they more than kept our attention with stories of their adventurous and fascinating lives. We've stayed many times over the years north of Burlington and in the city, but did not have much experience with towns to the south. There are many special spots to visit -- Oliver's advice was on the mark -- and hidden gems to find on your own. The Gardner's home is a special spot for anyone seeking some respite, access to natural beauty, interesting dining, and country roads that both inspire and calm. Oliver and Gayle are among the best ambassadors for why the VRBO model works so well. Thanks again Oliver and Gayle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stevan M.

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

Piece of North Eastern Paradise

Where do I start? Upon entering the property, there is designated guest parking right outside the home. We were greeted by the ever-pleasant Oliver who gave us a breakdown of our accommodations and the local areas to visit. The home is extremely clean and comes with anything you’d need for a few wonderful nights. The property is expansive with beautiful grounds and a great view of Mt. Philo. Oliver provides a binder with ideas of places to go and to eat. Our stay was only a couple days, but we made the most of it. There is nothing more beautiful than catching the sunset from Mt. Philo. Don’t stop at the first overlook when you go, make sure to go to the end and walk the short trail to the last overlook so you can see Lake Champlain. There is also a guest-to-guest book with great experiences detailed by prior guests as well. Our only disappointment was that we didn’t get to spend more time at the property and learning about the amazing life that Oliver has lived. The stories he shared in our short visit really makes one want to experience life at its fullest. We plan on coming back, for a longer time, to learn more about the area and to visit longer with Oliver, a clear bastion of knowledge! See you soon Oliver!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

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

Vermont first time leaf peepers

Great location. Plenty to see and do around the area. Host has incredible stories and a true community experience. Felt like visiting friends instead of just being a guest
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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

Peaceful with lovely gardens

And a comfortable bed...
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean, beautiful views of the mountains and nice patio to relax on and look out to the landscaping. Also a pool table to play.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was extremely quiet and serene. The grounds were beautiful and the space was lovely, large and homey. Fantastic experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Oliver Gardner

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Oliver is retired from 40 years of ownership and management of Vermont's largest gardening resource. He has had a lifelong passion for bluewater sailing. In more than 30 years, he completed 24,000 miles of passage making, visiting 24 countries in the Atlantic, Caribbean and Pacific oceans.

Gayle has owned and operated North Country Tile in Williston, for 31 years. Her passion is thoroughbred race horses, their owners and trainers.

Why they chose this property

The Gardner Residence and Gardens offers first floor, spacious, quiet and private accommodations with beautiful south views of the lawn, gardens and Mt. Philo. We are located at the proximity of three towns which offer culinary and cultural pleasures and Lake Champlain.

What makes this property unique

Oliver and Gayle have had both Covid-19 vaccinations and practice all safety recommendations.

Languages:

English
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