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Vermont house in stunning private country setting and 360 degree panoramic views
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 8
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Manchester, VT
- Hildene55 min drive
- Golf Club at Equinox55 min drive
- Equinox Preservation Trust63 min drive
- Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)107 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
+1
5 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
Vermont house in stunning private country setting and 360 degree panoramic views
For your 2025 outdoor recharge enjoy secluded privacy on our 60 acre retreat at the base of Equinox Mountain. (NO INTERNET OR CELL SERVICE BUT HAS A LAND LINE PHONE) Relax in the Adirondack chairs by our large outdoor firepit & wood grill, unwind on the large covered porch or rekindle your youth on our 14 foot adult swings. As one guest reviewed “The views are spectacular. The house has an old charm and is cabin-like cozy.” Explore the area and go mountain biking, fishing , tubing, or canoeing in the renowned Battenkill River (12 minute drive). Hike from our property on the Beartown Gap Trail to top of Equinox Mountain to the famous Skyline Drive and Visitors Center and enjoy 5 state breathtaking views. Play lawn games and just take in the outdoors. NOTE: We have 2 gates that access the property. The first gate we have put a new road in 2025 for easy access. If you use the second gate up the road it has some rough spots so a SUV or high clearance car is recommended (such as a Volvo, Forester or Subaru type) however it is not a problem.
INTERESTING NOTE: This property was featured on a National Geographic TV show “Building Wild” episode “Backwoods Bus” found on you tube. Paulie Dimeo and his crew and our family & friends built a small quaint cabin and pond. It is about a 10 minute walk from the rental property if you want to see it. (Sorry no access to inside)
Our property is in Manchester, Vermont about a 30 minute drive to Manchester Village. It is on the opposite side of Equinox Mountain & Manchester Center. Our location is an area still known as Beartown which is a 1700’s community long gone. Our 3 generation house is at the base of Equinox Mountain, the highest peak in Southern Vermont on 60 acres in the middle of a 25 acre meadow. The 360 degree view is truly spectacular. Built in 1962 we remodeled the kitchen & bathroom in 2022 but kept the rustic feel of the living and bedroom area.. There is NO INTERNET OR CELL SERVICE so its a good time to relax and build relationships in our serene nature retreat. We have a land line phone (calling card needed for long distance which we have included) and 70 dvd movies.
Need a change from nature? Take a ride and experience Vermont’s covered bridges ( don’t miss the famous West Arlington covered bridge and adjacent Norman Rockwell home and studio only a 15 minute drive) Take a 30 minute drive around the mountain and visit quiescent Manchester Village voted #1 getaway by “Travel and Leisure”. Explore the many great restaurants, museums, and quaint shops including the Orvis Flagship store, Southern Vt Art Center, Hildene Lincoln Estate, and the Northshire Book Store to name a few. Take a ride up the famous Equinox Mountain Skyline drive and experience 5 state views. Manchester truly has it all.
A high cleared vehicle is recommended as the last 1/2 mile has some high spots. For an example a forester or subaru would be no problem.
This experience will take you back to the simple times and an adventure that will be nature at its finest. For more information visit our new website: beartownvermont.com
Welcome to Beartown and your new adventure!
INTERESTING NOTE: This property was featured on a National Geographic TV show “Building Wild” episode “Backwoods Bus” found on you tube. Paulie Dimeo and his crew and our family & friends built a small quaint cabin and pond. It is about a 10 minute walk from the rental property if you want to see it. (Sorry no access to inside)
Our property is in Manchester, Vermont about a 30 minute drive to Manchester Village. It is on the opposite side of Equinox Mountain & Manchester Center. Our location is an area still known as Beartown which is a 1700’s community long gone. Our 3 generation house is at the base of Equinox Mountain, the highest peak in Southern Vermont on 60 acres in the middle of a 25 acre meadow. The 360 degree view is truly spectacular. Built in 1962 we remodeled the kitchen & bathroom in 2022 but kept the rustic feel of the living and bedroom area.. There is NO INTERNET OR CELL SERVICE so its a good time to relax and build relationships in our serene nature retreat. We have a land line phone (calling card needed for long distance which we have included) and 70 dvd movies.
Need a change from nature? Take a ride and experience Vermont’s covered bridges ( don’t miss the famous West Arlington covered bridge and adjacent Norman Rockwell home and studio only a 15 minute drive) Take a 30 minute drive around the mountain and visit quiescent Manchester Village voted #1 getaway by “Travel and Leisure”. Explore the many great restaurants, museums, and quaint shops including the Orvis Flagship store, Southern Vt Art Center, Hildene Lincoln Estate, and the Northshire Book Store to name a few. Take a ride up the famous Equinox Mountain Skyline drive and experience 5 state views. Manchester truly has it all.
A high cleared vehicle is recommended as the last 1/2 mile has some high spots. For an example a forester or subaru would be no problem.
This experience will take you back to the simple times and an adventure that will be nature at its finest. For more information visit our new website: beartownvermont.com
Welcome to Beartown and your new adventure!
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Air conditioning
Mountain view
Barbecue
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Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 extra children allowed over the max 8 occupancy
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 first aid kit
About the area
Manchester Center
Located in Manchester Center, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Equinox Preservation Trust and Emerald Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Vermont Summer Festival and Sugar Shack. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Manchester, VT
What's nearby
- Hildene - 55 min drive - 36.8 km
- Golf Club at Equinox - 55 min drive - 38.6 km
- American Museum of Fly Fishing - 56 min drive - 39.7 km
- Manchester Designer Outlets - 59 min drive - 41.4 km
- Equinox Preservation Trust - 63 min drive - 38.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 28 min drive
- Starbucks - 22 min drive
- The Works Bakery Cafe - 32 min drive
- Charlie’s Coffee House - 32 min drive
- The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant - 26 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Randy and Linda Pratico

Our family has owned this property for 3 generations since te 1950s. We frequent this unique and secluded property so we don't rent it that much. It will be an experience you wont forget and please check out the reviews to help make your decision. We love the fact that others have an opportunity to explore this area and experience the fabulous views and solitude.
Why they chose this property
This house is on 60 acre parcel with 20 acres of open field which provide extraordinary 360 degree views with no houses in sight. We are surrounded by 2000 acres owned by Maple LLC and Vermont Land Trust which affords great privacy and an opportunity for exploring the many wood roads throughout. You should not be disappointed!
What makes this property unique
It is such a unique property with great views and no houses in sight. The outdoor fire pit with Adirondack chairs affords a magnificent view of Bear Mountain. A perfect way to relax, barbecue,or just read. It’s a throwback in time.
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