Vacation Rentals by Owner

Fantastic weekend!

Guest: Steve F. (New York, New York)
Date of Stay: 03/09/12 Review Submitted: 04/17/12

We stayed at the Rosebud Barn for 3 nights at the beginning of March this year. Lisa, the owner, made us feel very welcome, with everything we could possibly need. We were in Stowe to ski - the cottage is less than 10 minutes drive away from Stowe Mountain resort, and despite the warmer weather this year we had two great days on the slopes. On arrival we drove into the village to pick up rental gear from AJ's (only 10 minutes drive away and very helpful). Each day we arrived back at the barn tired but happy- we left our ski boots to warm in the boot trays, opened a bottle of wine and settled down for reading, board games and chats in front of the fire. Perfect! The cottage is lovely, exactly as depicted in the photos. The huge kitchen which was great for preparing big breakfasts, and there is a lovely dining table overlooking snowy fields. We were 5 friends, and the 3 double bedrooms plus the sofabed in the lounge gave us plenty of space. Highly recommended!

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Great spot!

Guest: Megha K.
Date of Stay: 01/27/12 Review Submitted: 01/30/12

6 of us (3 couples) stayed here for the weekend and had a fabulous time! We loved hanging out on the large red couch, with the fire roaring, playing board games. It was a treat to come back after a long day of skiing and just have a place to hang out, make dinner (we used the grill and it was great!), and just relax. The fireplace was really easy to use. The bedrooms were the perfect size and the Rosebud Barn had everything we needed to make our weekend perfect! We would love to return here again! Highly recommended!

Owner response:Megha, Thank you for your great review. I love the Rosebud Barn too! Sorry I missed you at Well Heeled!

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A cozy stay

Guest: Luba (New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 01/20/12 Review Submitted: 01/24/12

My friends and I spent 3 days at the Rosewood Barn. We were three couples in our thirties and my husband and I came with our 9 month old baby. The photos are true to life. The place is cozy and rustic. The kitchen is well supplied. There are plenty of board games. The property is secluded and close to everything, albeit not walking distance.

Owner response:Thank you! The only thing I would change is that it's the Rosebud Barn and not the Rosewood Barn - yet it's an adorable name. We love the cozy and rustic comment - it's what we strive for - yet with yummy linens, a comfy sectional, a flat screen and wireless internet! Thanks again for taking the time to give us your review. Lisa

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful vacation home!

Guest: Jay (Quebec)
Date of Stay: 10/07/11 Review Submitted: 11/06/11

We enjoyed a great weekend at "The Barn". The bedrooms were very nicely furnished and the linens were of excellent quality. We loved the open space of the sitting room and the open concept. The barn was very clean and we were made to feel very comfortable during our stay. We look forward to going back again soon!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderfully relaxing setting for a few couples to hang out and catch up.

Guest: J (MA)
Date of Stay: 06/24/11 Review Submitted: 09/19/11

The six of us were in Stowe for an early summer wedding at the Stowe Mt. Lodge. We loved being at the Rosebud Barn instead of at the Lodge, so that at the end of the day we could hang out in the amazing great room, relaxing and chatting into the night. No need for a fire, as it was a warm weekend, but I can imagine it would be even more idyllic int he winter with the stove lit, and ski boots drying out by the door. We loved our stay, and will definitely remember this place if we find ourselves in VT again. Perfect location halfway between the Lodge and the village.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Great rental!

Guest: Meryl (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 01/14/11 Review Submitted: 01/25/11

We stayed at this wonderful house over MLK weekend. The house was great, location was very convenient to the ski mountain and to the town. The house was very clean and had a very open layout so it was great for the group of us. I'd highly recommend and hope to return next year.

Owner response:Thank you! So glad you liked it.

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Entry from Rosebud Barn Guest Book

Guest: Patrick, Natalia, Nolan, Courtney, Shin & Aaron
Date of Stay: 12/09/10 Review Submitted: 12/17/10

The house exceeded out expectations entirely. The cozy fire, beautiful big windows and overall charming atmosphere really made our stay here perfect! It was a trip we'll never forget. Thank you for your hospitality - we look forward to returning very soon!!!

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What a cute charming and lovely place!

Guest: Jen (Brooklyn NY)
Date of Stay: 12/09/10 Review Submitted: 12/14/10

This place is utterly awesome. We had such good time here. the location is absolutely perfect, located in the middle of everything, mountain is only 10 minutes away. I was worried it was going to be far away from restaurants, bars, and markets, but this place is conveniently placed near everything. Stowe's best restaurants and bars are less than 5 minutes away. Try going to the matternhorn restaurant, a very cool place with pool tables, gameroom and live band. the most i liked about this place is the decorations all around the house. you can tell the owner took very good care of the barn, and there are so many cool gadgets from vintage skies, oldschool fishnet, awesome fireplace, even the teapot on top of the fireplace. there was nothing we would've to change the place. We didnt get to sign the guestbook, which is the only thing i regret. if you are renting this place, read what Lisa sends you because it says tons of stuff about the place from the water bring extremely hot, the metal roof (which we were very excited about when all the snow fell down) and whats nearby. Lisa was awesome and very considerate. I hope she liked us as much as we loved the place and her!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest: Dan and Louise Procida and Friends
Date of Stay: 01/28/10 Review Submitted: 12/17/10

A good time was had by all. The house was perfect and all the amenities were thoughtful. The skiers had a good time and the walkers found the Rec Path beautiful. Thanks so Much!

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Entry from Rosebud Barn Guest Book

Guest: Dan and Louise Procida and Friends
Date of Stay: 01/28/10 Review Submitted: 12/17/10

A good time was had by all. The house was perfect and all the amenities were thoughtful. The skiers had a good time and the walkers found the Rec Path beautiful. Thanks so Much!

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This place truly is a home away from home!

Guest: dieselfiber (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 01/28/10 Review Submitted: 02/02/10

I recently visited the Rosebud Barn with a party of six 20-somethings (3 couples), and it was an amazing experience. The property is very inviting, with all three bedrooms being spacious enough for couples. The kitchen was fully stocked with spices, pots/pans, and even a fondue set! The wood-burning stove gives the Rosebud a lovely cabin scent, and the central heating kept the property at a comfortable temperature. One thing I would note to individuals thinking of staying here is that the bedrooms are situated on the first floor, with the great room on the second. This means you can enjoy the open space without disturbing any members of your party, and the views from the dining table are spectacular! The owner, Lisa, is as hospitable as the property itself. She made sure everything was kept clean, organized, and presentable. Fresh linens, a large inventory of clean towels, and fire wood (as well as a driveway plow and walk-way shoveler) gave the Rosebud an inviting welcome with an easy-living feel. We spent our days skiing at the mountain, but couldn't wait to come home to the Rosebud for home-cooked meals, board games (also supplied), and great conversation by the fire. Hopefully this past weekend will be the first of many visits to come!

Owner response:What a lovely review. We work hard to keep the Rosebud Barn it tip top shape and so appreciate renters who care for it like it's home! Thank you for being terrific renters!! Please come back!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Our favorite ski destination

Guest: Beth L. (New York)
Date of Stay: 12/27/09 Review Submitted: 11/29/10

We have stayed at the Barn for the past 2 years and are anxiously awaiting our third visit this Christmas. Of all the places we've stayed for ski vacations, the Barn is far and away our favorite. We are a family of 4 with 2 teenagers and the 3 bedrooms give us all our own space. The great room is the best place to gather after a long day of skiing and relax in front of the beautiful views. The Barn has everything you need to make yourself fully at home. The linens are top notch, the furnishings exceedingly comfortable and the kitchen has all the fixings and is right in the middle of the action. Altogether, a wonderful place for a family vacation - not to mention that it's only a short drive up the mountain road to the best skiing on the east coast. Thank you Lisa for giving us the perfect vacation "home".

Owner response:We also get just the best renters! Thank you so much for this lovely review. We work hard to make the Rosebud Barn a special Vermont treat. It's not flashy and not right for everyone, but if you want a yummy, authentic vermont ski house experience just minutes from the baselodge - The Rosebud Barn is for you!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Excellent Place!

Guest: Snow1 (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/20/09 Review Submitted: 02/25/09

We had a wonderful time in our 3 nights at this barn. Wish we could have stayed longeer! 3 downstairs bedrooms all had wonderfully comfortable beds and plenty of room to spread out. Upstairs had a fully stocked kitchen. It provided us a great place to cook for our 8 guests. The main room was definitely our favorite. The plush red couch was so comfortable and could easily seat all 8 people. It slept 2 people on the fold out at night too. TV and ipod speakers both worked great. Wood burning stove was a nice touch and worked well as a fireplace, giving the room the perfect ambience to go with our mountain setting. Beautiful house, with a great view of the snowy meadow out one side. It was clean and well appointed. The owner was paticulary helpful answering questions in the time leading up to our stay. The location was ideal. No more than 5 minutes up Mountain Rd. to the mountain or 5 minutes back down Mountain Rd. to the main area of town. I don't think we could have asked for anything else to make our weekend more perfect!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Wonderful New Year's Get Away

Guest: NotaSkiBunny (Maine)
Date of Stay: 12/30/08 Review Submitted: 03/20/09

A group of 3 couples and 2 dogs stayed at the Barn over New Years 2009 and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The 3 bedrooms were comfortable and inviting. The Ski Conditions weren't ideal but the house was perfect for just hanging out. Most of our time was spent lounging on the huge sectional in the great room while we kept the fire stoked in the woodstove. Great proximity to both the mountain and the town, I would recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable place to stay at Stowe for a few days.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet owners.