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Peaceful Cozy Cottage in the Vermont Woods

Holiday home in Brattleboro with kitchen

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The cottage is cozy on a Winter's day.
The downstairs bedroom is sunny and cheerful.
Enjoy a meal around the dining table, seats four.
The galley kitchen is kept stocked with cooking supplies.
Kitchen is clean and well appointed
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3425 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Guilford, VT
  • Place, Sweet Pond State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Massachusetts Amherst
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Snow
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Cozy Cottage in the Vermont Woods

The cottage - or little house, as we like to call it - offers a lived-in rustic feel. Built by local carpenters and artisans, the cottage was constructed from reclaimed materials, including wood trim and antique beams. Old-fashioned wide plank pine floors, hand-crafted custom cabinets and a decorative ceiling fan add to its simple charm.

The dining area holds a table to seat four and a comfortable reading nook with vintage recliner. The kitchen offers a modern gas stove, toaster, small microwave, coffee maker, dishes, cutlery, and cooking pots, and is kept stocked with spices, coffee, and basic cooking supplies to use during your stay. We provide some yummy Vermont treats for our guests. Pure artesian well water runs from the tap and is full of healthy minerals.

The cottage features original artwork, plenty of books and fun board games. There is highspeed internet for our guests who prefer not to unplug. Sorry, we do not have a TV.

The downstairs bedroom has a queen bed and closet space, and looks out over a peaceful private wooded yard. The upstairs sleep-in loft has a full-sized futon mattress (without frame) with a view over distant mountains. The bathroom includes a full bath with handheld shower and essentials.

On a clear night, experience unobstructed views of the constellations and milky way, and sometimes aurora borealis (northern lights). Due to family allergies, no pets are present on the property, but you may see local wildlife during your stay, including deer, turkeys, and porcupine.

The cottage is twenty minutes from the vibrant arts and culture scene of downtown Brattleboro, thirty minutes from Greenfield, Massachusetts, and forty-five minutes from Amherst.

We offer complete privacy to our guests. Guests can enjoy full use of the cottage, a small private yard with an outdoor table to seat four and the chance to explore the nearby woods, with cross country and downhill skiing and snowshoeing in Winter. Parking is available directly in front of the cottage. The cottage is set among trees, up the hill and within view of the main house. The lovely winding road leading to the cottage is a great place to take a walk, and there are maintained hiking trails throughout the area.


Other details to note
** We observe strict cleaning policies, making sure that all shared surfaces and beddings are disinfected for the comfort and safety of our guests.
** No smoking or open flames are allowed on the property.
** This property is pet-free due to allergies
(although you might see deer, wild turkeys, and other wildlife during your stay).
** We live up a dirt road which can be challenging to travel after a snowstorm. Snow tires and all-wheel drive are highly recommended during the Winter months.
** We have recently upgraded to highspeed internet!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
For our guests, we require: • no open flames or smoking on the property • keep windows and door closed during the winter months
For our guests, we require: • do not block or cover heating unit • notify the hosts immediately if anything is out of order
For our guests, we require: • read the printed guest manual upon arrival and abide by guidelines as stated. Thank you for your cooperation.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Brattleboro

Located in Brattleboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Harris Hill Ski Jump and Brattleboro Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sweet Pond State Park and Shattuck Brook Wildlife Management Area. Delectable Mountain Cloth and Southern Vermont Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Guilford, VT

What's nearby

  • Sweet Pond State Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • The Stone Church - 20 min drive - 18.9 km
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst - 54 min drive - 79.2 km
  • Amherst College - 57 min drive - 83.8 km
  • Mount Snow - 60 min drive - 64.2 km

Getting around

  • Brattleboro Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Abz - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Quiznos Sub - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Harley Enterprises - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Humane Trophies - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Flickannon's Not-so-public House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Cozy Cottage in the Vermont Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful Cozy Cottage in the Vermont Woods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Cozy Cottage in the Vermont Woods?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Cozy Cottage in the Vermont Woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Cozy Cottage in the Vermont Woods located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Sweet Pond State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Shattuck Brook Wildlife Management Area and Leyden State Forest. Robertson Memorial Library and Leyden Town Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Margie

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Our family has maintained a home in Guilford for over 50 years. We've also lived in New York, Los Angeles, and Paris, and spent several years "on the road".

Time spent traveling taught us the importance of hospitality, which we aim to offer 100% to all of our guests.

We built our comfortable post and beam house in the '90's to raise our children, and added the cottage in 2012. We enjoy welcoming guests from near and far. If you love a quiet setting and the beauty of the mountains, we think you will like it here!

Why they chose this property

Guilford offers lots of recreational activities in all seasons, including cross country skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, and sledding. There is an ice skating rink in nearby Brattleboro, and Mount Snow ski resort is less than an hour away. Brattleboro is home to a vibrant multicultural arts scene, including the Vermont Jazz Center, Stone Church, the historic Latchis Theater, and many art galleries as well as the Brattleboro Museum and Arts Center. Several craft studios offer open hours to visitors, and there is plenty of fine dining, as well as less formal local eateries. We will provide local recommendation of fun places to explore and visit during your stay.

What makes this property unique

Our location offers the unique opportunity to relax in a peaceful quiet setting, away from the busyness of daily life. We are far enough away from population centers that there is little to no light pollution, allowing for exceptional star gazing on clear nights and sometimes a view of the northern lights. Surrounded by nature, we enjoy regular visits from deer, turkeys, and all manner of wild birds. We have seen bear on a few occasions, and once had a moose live in our yard for a week--none of them will bother humans if you give them their space. If you love nature and enjoy a serene calm environment, we think you will love it here.

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