Located in Newfane, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a river. Next Stage Arts and Yellow Barn are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Hidden Springs Maple and Horowitz Performing Arts Hall. Vermont Museum of Mining and Minerals and The Nature Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Putney Food Co-op - 23 min drive
Putney General Store - 22 min drive
The Putney Diner - 22 min drive
Harmonyville Store - 12 min drive
Fat Crow - 11 min drive
About this property
Idyllic Vermont Farmhouse
Ames Farm is a true rural retreat featuring a charming, historic Vermont Farmhouse. Built in 1780, and once a local tavern, guests will have exclusive use of the farmhouse, which comfortably sleeps 6 adults, plus 2 children. Enjoy over 80 acres with meadows, fruit trees, and woodlands!
The first floor boasts a large sunny chef’s kitchen, cozy living room with Smart TV, sitting room with dedicated work space, reading den, large mudroom, half bathroom with washer and dryer, and solarium featuring Peloton, water rowing machine, board games, and two sets of bunk beds. Upstairs, enjoy the master bedroom with a king sized bed and en suite bathroom, two guest rooms, each with queen sized beds, and a full bathroom with tub.
Swing open the mudroom door to relax on the back porch or enjoy a meal on the back patio overlooking the berm and field. Hang out around one of the two fire pits on the property, or grill up a meal to enjoy with friends and family. Don’t miss the hot tub, just past the sprawling yards, behind the cottage. In the warm months, enjoy the outdoor shower, ping pong table, and croquet! Book now and enjoy everything this farmhouse has to offer.
The house is 10 minutes from historic Newfane Village with great restaurants, an historic general store, farmstand, antique store, wine shop, and flower nursery. Brattleboro, Putney, Bellows Falls, and Grafton are all about 25 minutes away with great additional restaurants, shopping, and entertainment offerings.
To get here, we are 1.5 hours from Bradley (BDL) airport in Hartford, CT, 2 hours from Albany, NY (ALB) airport, and 2.5 hours from Boston Logan (BOS). The train station in Brattleboro, VT (BRA) is 30 minutes away and the Vermonter Amtrak arrives once per day from the south (originating in Washington, DC) and once per day from the north (originating in St. Albans, VT).
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 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
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave your bagged & tied trash in the mudroom. Please bring your recycling to the bin by the ball field in town, located @ the intersection of Grassy Brook & Hill Rd coordinates 43.012586, -72.609384
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking or vaping in the house
No loud noise outside after 11:00 PM
Important information
You need to know
Property # 5044219vb
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Frequently asked questions
Is Idyllic Vermont Farmhouse pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Idyllic Vermont Farmhouse?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Idyllic Vermont Farmhouse?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Idyllic Vermont Farmhouse?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Idyllic Vermont Farmhouse located?
Situated on a river, this farm stay is within 6 miles (10 km) of West River, Newfane Town Hall and Moore Free Library. Rock River Preserve and The Putney School are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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