Location: Manchester Center, Vermont, USA (Near Stratton and Bromley Mountains)
Accommodations: Barn, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 5)
Once the country estate and studio of famed painter and fly fishing enthusiast Ogden Pleissner, Boorn Brook Farm has been restored to its original splendor. Situated on 54 acres of open meadows and old apple orchards with stunning views, Boorn Brook Farm is protected by Lye Brook National Forest, yet within the town limits of Manchester Center.
The French inspired barn, built in 1820 has wide-plank floors, hand-hewn beams, soaring ceilings, stone fireplaces and New England charm. Perfect for a romantic getaway, a country vacation for a small family or a quiet retreat to nature, Boorn Brook Farm is the quintessential Vermont experience!
In the summer, swim in the spring-fed pond with a beach, play tennis on the private court, hike on the private trails or in the bordering Lye Brook Wilderness, fish in the brook, pick fresh veggies from the organic garden or simply relax in one of the hammocks. In the winter, skate on the pond, sled on the hill, snowshoe or cross country ski on the back trails, downhill ski or snowboard at nearby Stratton or Bromley Mountains. Return home to build a roaring fire in the stone fireplace, bake some bread in the stone bread oven, play a game of pool, sip some hot chocolate and then watch the sun set behind Equinox Mountain from the hot tub, right outside your master bedroom!
Children and adults alike will also enjoy our farm pets, Lola the Brown Swiss Cow, Willie and Skippy the miniature goats, and Ender the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Child Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 2 Fireplaces, Wireless Internet, Stone Bread Baking Oven
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Hiking (on-site), Tennis (on-site), Basketball (on-site), Fishing (on-site), Wildlife Viewing (on-site), Swimming (on-site), Cross Country Skiing (on-site), snowshoeing (on-site), Sledding (on-site), Badminton (on-site), Tetherball (on-site)
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan-Dec .. $400/nt .. $2500/wk plus 9% Vt. rooms tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- drive to barn - Manchester Center, VT Vacation Rental Barn
- courtyard entrance to barn - Manchester Center, VT Vacation Rental Barn
- apple orchard in winter - Manchester Center, VT Vacation Rental Barn
- mud room
- living room
- master bedroom
- fully equipped kitchen
- children's room
- game room
- Property Entrance
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What a great place! We had a wonderful time and look forward to coming back!
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Our home away from home! See you again soon!
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We can't thank you enough for this incredible week. It was our favorite family vacation!! We'll most certainly be back!
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We had such a wonderful time here. It was picture perfect! Two feet of snow...wow! Hikes, walks, fireplaces, hot tubbing...and the hospitality! This was truly a magical weekend! We can't thank you enough for it all. The nature the people and the architecture are all sublime!
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We arrived in Vermont accompanied by a Northeaster...luckily it was the windy, rainy type not snow! With the rain pelting down, occasional thunder and wild wind up to 30 mph or more we rolled into Manchester. For a brief moment the skies cleared and we saw a magnificent rainbow, the colors were breathtaking. Once again the skies clouded up with more rain and wind to follow. As we started up Benson Road toward the barn, the sky cleared with yet another beautiful rainbow rainbow right over Boorn Brook Farm! They say there is a pot of gold at the end of every rainbow. We didn't realize it until our weekend was over that we had truly found OUR pot of gold at the end of the rainbow here at Boorn Brook Farm. What a beautiful place to relax and get away! Now, totally relaxed we head back to our home in Massachusetts and our jobs at a busy middle school, about to once again face the everyday demands of young students, but with an impatient desire to return to our place of solitude. Someday soon, at Boorn Brook Farm. Thanks for all you did to create a wonderful getaway spot.
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My wife and I were married three days ago! Returning to the barn where we got engaged almost two years ago, over in front of a fire, was so very special to us. We think of this place often and as we write this on our way out we can't wait to return. We know so many love this place also. Thank you so much for sharing it with us.
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My family and I have been to Vermont countless times and we have stayed in a variety of places. Nothing....nothing comes close to your farm. The property is beautiful and the barn is very impressive. Each day my wife and I find something we didn't discover the day before. Every touch, subtle to obvious, is perfect. Most important is how our four year old son Mikey reacts to a place...and he loves it here. Mikey was very excited to meet all the animals on the farm and to swing on the swing. Our only regret is that we aren't staying longer. I have a feeling we'll be back. P.S. Thank you for making us feel important and special.
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We had an amazing time staying here. It is so beautiful we do no want to go! George and Ender are the BEST and Wylee has already gotten weepy thinking about what it will be like to leave them and the goats. Yesterday was the best day we've had in a long time and we barely left the property. We hiked to the waterfall, played in the brook, swam in the pond, jumped on the trampoline and ran down what we call "dragon fly hill" with a big old rainbow above us. Pure magic! We thank you for sharing this beaufitul place with us. Thank you to Gayle for showing us around and being so sweet.
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We can't thank you enought for a truly magical, wonderful place to stay and celebrate my grandmother's 90th birthday! The rolling hills, the wholesomeness of this amazing barn...the three little goats, the cow who is like a dog, your adorable sheep and the "guard" dogs were all an experience that left us longing for more! Thank you for the lunch and the hot tub! :) It was SO relaxing. We will be back in the summertime!
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Our second visit here was as much fun as the first. Loved going to the movie. Your hospitality makes this a special place to come. We will be back!