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Charming New England cottage

Riverside cottage in Manchester with kitchen

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Front view of cottage and parking area,
Keyless  combination door entry into mudroom
Pot belly stove & living room entry door from mud room/porch.
LR barn door (for privacy), entry to den.  Laundry closet.
Barn door entry to den.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 695.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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MANCHESTER, VT
  • Place, Golf Club at Equinox
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, American Museum of Fly Fishing
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Equinox Preservation Trust
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

In L/R a queen sofa bed

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming New England cottage

This spacious 2 floor cottage offers a peaceful setting for your next getaway! With 2 full baths and 4 beds this house lodges 6 guests comfortably. Choose from a queen bed, 2 twin beds and a pull out queen sofa sleeper. It's a perfect place to stay for an outdoor retreat, ski trip or wedding stay. You won't have to drive far to enjoy fun activities, shopping and great restaurants. This adorable cottage is great for skiing at Bromley and Stratton Mountains, the Manchester Outlet stores and specialty shops, hiking trails like the Equinox Preservation Trust or Lye Brooke Falls, fishing, sightseeing or just relaxing! There’s everything to do or nothing at all, perfect place for a family getaway. Summer, spring, winter, fall--whenever you need to get out of town, this will be your ideal home away from home. If you wish you can open up the windows and just sit back and read and in the background listen to the Battenkill River that is right across the street. You will need nothing more than your food, clothing and toiletries. You'll have Wi-Fi, cable television, streaming services are available with your own accounts. a washer/dryer, remote control heating and cooling system, a pot belly stove and a full kitchen equipped with all the conveniences you would need to prepare a delicious meal - all the comforts of home and many other amenities.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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
Please inform us of type, breed and size of pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please notify us if you are bringing a pet - the kind of pet and its size. NOT allowed on furniture.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Manchester

Located in Manchester, this cottage is on a river. Stratton Mountain Resort and Golf Club at Equinox are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Vermont Summer Festival and Sugar Shack.
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MANCHESTER, VT

What's nearby

  • Golf Club at Equinox - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • American Museum of Fly Fishing - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Manchester Designer Outlets - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hildene - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Equinox Preservation Trust - 11 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zoey's Double Hex - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming New England cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming New England cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming New England cottage?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming New England cottage located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps away from Green Mountain National Forest and Battenkill River. Golf Club at Equinox and Gander Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 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 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Host had it all and more. Very clean, and the place is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy S.

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

Ski trip

Very clean, comfortable and very good communication with the owner. Great place to stay for a ski trip to Stratton. Hope to stay there again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

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

Cutest cabin!

This was the perfect place to stay with family for a weekend in Vermont. We were there to celebrate a wedding and it was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody L.

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

Family Ski Trip

We stayed here for a family ski trip to Bromley. The house was just the right size for our family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie T.

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

Perfect location!

Sweet little house, close to town and the horse show!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre S.

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

Perfect spot!

Loved everything about this place and Joyce was very easy to reach with any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Beautiful house, great location!!

This was our 2nd time staying at this house. I love the location, the fact that it has all the amenities and it is the cleanest VRBO Ivevstayed in. Will definitely be bavl
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

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

Perfect

We came as a group of girls to explore Manchester, perfect location and great host!! The house had everything we needed and Joyce was quick to respond to queations!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie C.

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

Cozy home

We stayed here while attending a wedding at the Equinox. The location is perfect. It's close to everything but in a quiet neighborhood. The cottage is super clean and well appointed. The beds were very comfortable. The screen porch is lovely and the yard was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette F.

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

Beautiful Vermont!!

We were in Manchester for a music festival. Great house and great location. My husband caught some fish across the street on the banks of the Battenkill River. Such a beautiful place!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lavel M.

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

Quiet Reprieve

I was spending a weekend with my daughter-in-law and grandson. Great little spot near Manchester! It was very clean and pleasant. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lorreelee F.

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

Quaint Cottage

Lovely to be back in Vermont. The sound of the Battenkill outside our window was perfect. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G., Branchburg NJ

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

Couldn’t have asked for a nicer place to stay in Manchester

My husband and I and our dog loved our stay. Perfect long weekend get a way. The cottage was just perfect size for us. Everything was clean and well organized. Loved sitting out on the porch enjoying a glass of wine before dinner. Location was wonderful. Very close to Manchester center. Also very close to some nice hiking trails. Would definately recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Third Year

...and just as perfect for our family as in years past. Joyce is great to work with and is very accommodating given our check-out being dependent on a local tournament.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Quick and Easy

The blue cottage was great for our family of four and dog. It's just on the lip of town by the golf course; so you can be anywhere in Manchester center within minutes! Very clean and cozy. Only because the upstairs AC units had not been installed YET, it got pretty warm in the afternoon and throughout the night. There was a box fan that helped, but you might want to bring a fan or two from home. We enjoyed playing board games at the kitchen table and listening to the record collection!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Pat C.

Manchester in Winter

This little cottage is conveniently located near Manchester proper. The two newly renovated bathrooms are clean and well stocked with new towels and other supplies. The master bedroom was delightful with a view of a babbling brook and surrounding woods. It is full of natural light. The porch too was very inviting except too cold for winter use. Speaking of winter use, the pot belly stove was necessary to maintain heat in the living area - this at a cost of more than $15 per day as wood was not supplied. The kitchen needs renovation but was adequate for our week’s stay. The three of us ( all adults) enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quaint house located in an excellent area near but not directly in downtown Manchester. Perfect for pets and children while offering enough space for adults to relax and enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN E C.

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

Fall Weekend in picturesque Vermont

My niece and the rest of my New Jersey family descended upon Manchester Vermont for her fall wedding. We rented this quintessential New England cottage and had a lovely time. It not only met but exceeded all of our expectations! Plenty of space inside and out …. very comfy for the four adults who stayed there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

foliage trip

perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacqui T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Musty smell distracted from stay

Overall not what we expected. It was on a busy road, which we didn't expect -- but conveniently located near town. Biggest issue was the musty smell, which we couldn't get rid of because the downstairs windows wouldn't open. Smell seemed to come from the wood on the front porch and was so bad that the other couple with us left after the first night because of allergies. Also, as previously mentioned, the stairs are very steep with no railing. Bathrooms have nice updates and it was great to have access to a laundry. Porch is also a nice place to enjoy morning coffee or a glass of wine at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Wedding weekend stay

We rented this cute cottage because we had a family wedding at Levity mountain. Perfect location. 10 min from where we needed to be! Great location to town! Very quiet. Well Stocked. Nice having 2 full bathrooms! Very clean! Loved the screened porch. Would highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Wedding Weekend

We were in town for a family wedding. The location was ideal for having quick access to stores, restaurants and the wedding festivities. Surrounding mountain views were breathtaking along the road close to the cottage. The sitting spot by the Battenkill River across the street from the property was a real treat. The cottage was neat, clean and well equipped with anything you would need while away from home. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Perfect stay to attend a wedding at the Hildene

Very comfortable for a group that included a college aged niece and nephew we didn’t know well and had room for a family brunch where we added my daughter, son in law and grandson without feeling crowded. Having a full bathroom on both floors was a plus. Note—stairs to upstairs bedrooms fairly strep and narrow
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

a wedding weekend

We were in Manchester for a family wedding and the cottage worked perfectly for us. It was close to all of our events, there was plenty of space, it was right next to the Battenkill for easy fishing access and the kitchen even had sharp knives! Thank you, Joyce!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lia B.

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

Great location! Adorable home!

We stayed here because we were working a wedding at Hildene and the location could not have been more perfect. We didn't spend much time in the home, but for the hours that we did use it to sleep, it was very comfortable and accomodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by JOYCE M GOOLSBY POUNDS

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