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Mountains, pond, old barn, hiking trails- quintessential Vermont

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A pond surrounded by trees and snow patches.
A porch with a swing, a rocking chair, and a table with chairs.
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a leather sofa, and a glass coffee table.
A cozy living room with a leather armchair, a blue and white checkered sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A cozy cabin interior with a dining table, chairs, a fireplace, and a bed with floral curtains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Green Mountain National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Shaftsbury, VT
  • Place, Green Mountain National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Vermont College
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Bromley Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial)
    ‪76 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Sleeping Nook

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

North Bennington

Located in North Bennington, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bennington Museum and Norman Rockwell Exhibition are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bennington Arts Guild Gallery and Bennington Center for the Arts. Sugar Shack and Salem Art Works are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Shaftsbury, VT

What's nearby

  • Green Mountain National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Southern Vermont College - 32 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Williams College - 51 min drive - 49.0 km
  • Bromley Mountain Ski Resort - 53 min drive - 62.4 km
  • Saratoga Lake - 58 min drive - 64.5 km

Getting around

  • Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Chocolate Barn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Pangaea Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountains, pond, old barn, hiking trails- quintessential Vermont pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Mountains, pond, old barn, hiking trails- quintessential Vermont?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountains, pond, old barn, hiking trails- quintessential Vermont on 6 April 2027 start from NZ$1,252, 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 Mountains, pond, old barn, hiking trails- quintessential Vermont?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountains, pond, old barn, hiking trails- quintessential Vermont?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountains, pond, old barn, hiking trails- quintessential Vermont?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountains, pond, old barn, hiking trails- quintessential Vermont located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Green Mountain National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Arlington Town Forest and New Skete Monastery. Goose Egg State Forest and Shaftsbury Historical Society Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as other guests had posted, this is an ideal place for a couple to escape. The location is quiet but close enough to shortly be "in town" and remote without feeling isolated. Even in mid-October the covered porch facing west was most comfortable for afternoon libations and snacks while watching the sun set and enjoy the view. The reading nook was most comfortable for reading, napping and sleeping. We like to go out for lunch and were able to prepare a nice dinner at home. We have this on our list for a repeat, respite!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area, quiet, peaceful bubbling brook, goats, easy, simple, charming. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved the cabin was so quaint and quiet, nice get away from everything. Loved the history of the farm and everything
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Cabin is vey rustic but provided all the necessities and was very clean. # beds in upstairs loft are accessible those agile enough to handle a ladder and relatively tight access in the ceiling, floor. Huge property with grill, firepit and small pond. a few goats are in a fenced in area are relatively quiet and there is no "livestock scent". Small pond and hiking trails for some exercise. Would definitely return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rustic Charm with added Goats

Nice location, charming, cosy, rustic.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Tree Farm is surrounded by beauty.

This is our 4th time staying here, and as usual it did not disappoint. Beautiful area, we had a great time exploring Eastern NY. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Get-Away

The accommodations for our week’s vacation were awesome. The home was beautiful, the goats and chickens enjoyed by all, and the views of the autumn foliage from the back porch were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely and the location next to the Christmas tree farm was perfect for the start of the Christmas season. The goats and farm were adorable. The only small complaint was that the mattress in the main bedroom seemed old and very indented from use. I would stay here again been visiting Bennington.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Country getaway

We stayed for a long weekend to hike and kayak in the nearby parks. The house and property were nice and clean. Lots of outdoor space, we enjoyed the porch, walking some trails and the goats! Grateful we were able to rent this peaceful property and to experience the surrounding mountains, lakes and wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a peaceful weekend getaway

Loved our stay at the cabin with our two cats. Property was clean and very well equipped. We had a great time exploring the forest behind the cabin and hanging out with the chickens on the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely quiet property very responsive hosts

Quiet beautiful farm in midst of spectacular Vermont fall scenery. Hosts responded to minor issues with prompt resolution. I’d stay here again and recommend it highly
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wajt a perfect slice of peace and quiet in a lovely part of Vermont. We were instantly confortable in this cozy space. 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Farm

We loved our trip. We all live on or are around farms and the animals made us feel like home!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We'll be back!

Quintessential VT autumn experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Experience!

This is our second stay at the cabin and we loved it just as much this year. The property is very unique, and the level of interaction you get to have with the animals is great. My kids (6 and 8) spent virtually the entire time we were there wandering around with goats and checking for chicken eggs. The host is very responsive and the cabin itself is quite cozy. We will undoubtedly be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This property is homey and charming. It is more of a camp with modern amenities. If you like a place with personality, this home has it. It was perfect for our family of 5. The location was very private with a large backyard, a pond, goats, and hiking trails nearby. We only saw one vehicle pass the house the whole weekend. This was not very handicap accessible as there were different one-step levels throughout the house. Also, the bed nook in the kitchen was high off the ground and would benefit from a small step-stool. The beds were very comfortable and we were able to keep the house warm during the unseasonably cold last weekend in May. The property owner was friendly and responded quickly to our messages. They even included a binder with property details and expectations. Our family felt very comfortable here and wish to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Farm Cabin

The cabin was even more beautiful in person. It had such a cozy feel to it with an old American farm atmosphere. Susan, the property owner. Was a wonderful host! Our communication was seamless and she was kind and courteous. She made us feel right at home. This was the first of many trips to this lovely cabin for our family to get our Christmas tree in Vermont.thank you Susan!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Listing accuracy
Outdoors are shabby. House was clean enough. During ongoing Heat wave there were only fans set up despite AC listed. They did come the next day - we had to ask- to install but first night unable to use the attic bedroom. So they did reimburse first night totally and that made up for it fairly. Person caring for goats was nice and friendly but it is odd someone just shows up while you are having coffee outdoors. Then next am loud grass cutter right outside the windows and into back yard, would be disturbing if we had planned to be present. Pleasant guy but disruptive to privacy. These are quirks not necessarily red flags but people should know.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

peace and quiet

This property is gorgeous. We so enjoyed walking the trails and drinking in the amazing colorful views. The animals were delightful. The cottage has lots of quirky charm but at this point in its life, it suffers from neglect. The small kitchen was fine and well-equipped. But the bathroom is unacceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2022
Hi Collette, thank you for your review. We are always improving the cabin and are in the process of having the bathroom remodeled. You’re welcome back anytime to enjoy the views, the animals, the quirky charming cabin and a much better bathroom.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Cabin on a Tree Farm

The cabin’s property and Ananias roaming the yard were pretty funny and cool. The cabin itself was a bit dirty and grimy, specially the kitchen and bathroom. The one AC in the main bedroom barely could keep the room comfortably cool at night. If the place was cleaner we would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2022
Hi James, I am very sorry to hear of the condition of the cabin. I will definitely talk with my cleaner. Thank you for letting me know We’d love to have you back again. Susan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Snowy Weekend

My husband and I came to Shaftsbury VT hoping to see covered bridges, putter through shops and visit a sugar house to see maple syrup being made. Instead we were mostly restricted by the weather, choosing to hunker down in the cozy farmhouse for most of Saturday. The snow was beautiful, as was the farm. While the trip wasn't what we had planned, we enjoyed relaxing in such a scenic home. (I absolutely loved the bed in the kitchen!!!!)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was amazing, incredibly responsive to my questions and helpful with some scheduling changes. The cabin/house is charming and rustic, fell in love with the wood stove and my kids like the bed in little nook off the kitchen. The area the situated in doesn’t have cell service for us. So make sure to down load the maps for the area. I found a lot of VT had the same cell service issue which was oddly satisfying. A few notes, the welcome book needs an update, the section about internet access seems dated as the house has fiber with good speed not DSL. Some other things can be updated too.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Vermont weekend

While the setting was remote and beautiful, we were a little disappointed in the overall experience. We were really looking forward to hanging out with the “free-roaming” farm animals, but they were not let out of their confinement until almost noon both mornings we were at the property. We enjoyed sleeping in the little bed in the kitchen and being serenaded to sleep by the coyotes and the owls, but overall the property could use some love and attention, especially for the cost of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint, charming

My husband and I decided that we just wanted to go on a vacation where we could disconnect and do some writing every day. So we picked Vermont and to stay on this farm, and it was a nice vibe! We enjoyed watching the chickens and goats. The house itself felt pretty spacious. It was hot (went early July), but we mostly wrote in the morning, and decided to leave the house most afternoons to go to nearby Bennington or other small-town attractions, so we avoided the worst of the humidity and heat most days (there's only one window unit air conditioner in the downstairs bedroom). We had trouble with the washer, but it wasn't a big deal, and Susan helped us resolve the issue during our stay. Enjoyed falling asleep to the sounds of the small waterfall feeding the pond in the backyard at night. Overall, it's good if you want an escape from any hustle and bustle.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable Retreat

We very much enjoyed our stay at Sue’s “cabin.” It’s set in a beautiful valley, surrounded by Vermont’s Green Mountains. Bennington is about a 15 minute drive, where there are interesting museums and monuments—and the standard and useful stores. It’s a college town, and so has a number of excellent restaurants and bars. The house itself appears to have been enlarged a few times, so its layout is a bit quirky. You will enter into its dining-kitchen area, with a beautiful and comfortable living room to the right. To its right is the bedroom, entirely comfortable for a stay. (The quite adequate bathroom is to the left of the kitchen.) To our surprise, perhaps our favorite area was “the nook,” a sleeping area for two, elevated off the dining room. It’s got a great mattress, and a big window that lets in a great breeze on our summer evenings. (That window has a blackout curtain if you want to sleep better after sunrise.) One thing to note: both the bedroom and the bathroom are a step down from the cabin’s main area, which might be a problem for a person with mobility issues. The cabin is a bit off the beaten track, but a lovely place to stay for a New England vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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