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Post/ Beam farmhouse with gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees and sheep!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Property grounds
New Deck and Hot Tub
pond at night
Valais Blacknose Sheep!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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West Pawlet, VT
  • Place, Merck Forest Farmland Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Saint Catherine
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Golf Club at Equinox
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

First Floor BR

1 Queen Bed

Lower level BR

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower level Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Main floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Primary Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Post/ Beam farmhouse with gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees and sheep!

Dancing Barefoot Farms is a small hobby farm that raises rare Valais Blacknose sheep! Enjoy the views from the brand new porch where you can dine or enjoy the hot tub. Sunsets are spectacular, as the farm faces west. During the summer: there are bikes to ride on the adjacent rail trail, and a golf cart to get around in. During the winter enjoy brisk walks, and a cozy farmhouse with a wood stove. Want to go skiing? Bromley and Stratton are great for day trips. Or, just hang out at the farm and let Dancing Barefoot Farms melt all your stress away as you enjoy the peace and beauty of Vermont. THREE beautiful streams flow through the property, one with a waterfall. Hike the nearby Merck Forest or check out Manchester for some shopping With Central A/C, a great cooking kitchen and a new gazebo with fire pit to enjoy...there is something for everyone! Read our reviews!
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Pawlet

Located in Pawlet, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. RS Taylor & Sons Brewery and Lake St Catherine 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 Lake Saint Catherine State Park and Green Mountain National Forest.
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West Pawlet, VT

What's nearby

  • Merck Forest Farmland Center - 19 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Lake Saint Catherine - 20 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Golf Club at Equinox - 37 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Equinox Preservation Trust - 47 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Six Flags Great Escape - 52 min drive - 56.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitehall Station - 35 min drive
  • Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Scarlotta's Car Hop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pine Grove Diner - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Post/ Beam farmhouse with gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees and sheep! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Post/ Beam farmhouse with gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees and sheep!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Post/ Beam farmhouse with gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees and sheep!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Post/ Beam farmhouse with gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees and sheep! located?

This family-friendly Pawlet holiday home is located on a lake, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Green Mountain National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Merck Forest Farmland Center and R. K. Kittay Public Library. Lake Saint Catherine and Wells Lakeside Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bradley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm stay was fantastic. Great communication with owner and caretaker. Beautiful place to spend some days relaxing. Could not be happier with everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a picture perfect area! We had so much fun feeding the sheep and Candy, the llama. You could easily stay the entire time in the home. But there are plenty of quaint towns and shops nearby. Marcus and Beth are communicative and caring hosts. You will enjoy your stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great 4 nights at the farm. It was very relaxing and beutiful views. We enjoyed taking care of the sheep The house was well outfitted with everything we needed. Communication with Marcus and check in was easy and he was always available if needed. We are looking forward to going back again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The five of us friends had a wonderful long weekend stay. All the amenities are plentiful. The landscaping is beautiful. We loved the sheep and llama. The surround towns had some great shops. The area is very picturesque. Communication from the owner is great. All and all a fantastic experience! We have already booked our next trip back to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful piece of heaven – we didn’t want to leave!Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. We loved the warm, inviting house, the gazebo, pond, pastures, and the peaceful silence without phone service — perfect for truly relaxing. The sheep were a blast especially the babies, the rams, and Candy the llama. The night sky was stunning — so many stars we never see at home. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob W.

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

The farm

This was our fourth stay at the farm and we enjoy it more and more each time.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

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

Rest and Relax

Wonderful location for biking, hiking, relaxing.Nice swimming pond, fire pit.Beautiful property.Our 7th stay at this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marcus was an absolutely amazing host. My Dad has some mobility issues, and he made every accommodation to help us make the house user friendly for Dad. We loved the beautiful deck, with all the comfortable places to sit and watch the sunset - and the hot tub - great addition! The sheep are charming, and for those who like to get involved (like me) its a really fun way to get close to the farm life. Absolutely loved every minute of our second stay at Dancing Barefoot farm - I'm sure we'll be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

We love Dancing Barefoot Farm.

We have had multiple visits to the farm. It is a magical place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

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

Wonderful place. Really enjoyed and wish we could have stayed longer.

Very relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

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

Beautiful property

This is a fantastic location with a well equipped, comfortable house. We really enjoyed the sheep, llama and golf cart!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

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

Quiet stay in West Pawlet

Nice quiet home in western VT. House is great inside and out. Lots of outdoor options for relaxing, exploring and beautiful scenery. Hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D., Chester

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

Great getaway

We had a very nice time. The property of beautiful and the house had everything we needed. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer J.

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

Heaven on Earth

This property is a gem. Peaceful and beautiful. Marcus was amazing to work with. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy T., Washington

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

Spring getaway

This was our 2nd trip to Dancing Barefoot farm. Marcus welcomed us & our 2 giant dogs for 10 days. For that we are grateful 😇 We enjoyed the property immensely. Quintessential Vermont vacation.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

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

Wonderful autumn escape.

Our second visit to this home, very relaxing, quiet, and scenery is beautiful. Enjoyed the property, pond, hiking near by, and biking on the trail next to the farm. Nice out door fire as we watched the sun set over the pond.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan Y.

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

Family Retreat

We couldn't have had a more relaxing place to recharge. The property is far more beautiful than the pictures show. It's peaceful and private. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Perfect for our needs

Dancing Bear Farm house was the perfect place for our visit - perfectly located, warm, comfortable interior, everything was clean as a whistle, and the enhancements like use of a golf cart to get around the property were much appreciated! The pond is a lovely focal point. We would love to come back!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Mountain retreat

Marcus is a supreme host who was both generous and cordial — a true pleasure. The farm is spectacular with outstanding sunsets, lush pastures, a thoughtfully landscaped pond and a comfortable, clean house. If you want to get away from it all, this is the place.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K., Brooklyn, NY

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

Perfect Retreat!

Our family stayed at the farm over MLK weekend and had a wonderful stay! The home is absolutely beautiful and very private. It had everything we needed and more. Our dog came with us and enjoyed exploring the property and taking walks on the nearby rail trail. We would highly recommend Marcus and his home - we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

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

Gorgeous Home and Property

We had a wonderful time staying at this property. The kitchen is fully stocked. The beds are very comfortable. The covered porch offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, particularly at sunset. The property has so many extra features including the pond, stream, hammock, and gazebo. There were so many beautiful places to explore nearby, but you could also be perfectly content just relaxing at this lovely home.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Outstanding getaway

Everything was awesome. We booked the place for 5 days through new years and we cannot stop raving about how cool it was. The house is a pleasure to stay in and the fireplace was the highlight of the trip. We bbq-ed outside on the deck with the charcoal grill and we even fished in the pond (when it was not forzen). Amenities and communication with the owners was outstanding and that alone will make us come back to this place. We cannot wait to see how great it is in the summertime. Definitely a must stay
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Excellent Week with the Family

We had a magical week at Dancing Barefoot Farms. The property itself has endless areas to explore with each having a gorgeous view. We enjoyed watching the sunset and reading books at the gazebo, fishing in the pond, exploring the property in the golf cart and especially enjoyed caring for the sheep. My teens woke up early each day for the “sheep chores” and we were able to enjoy coffee on the porch that overlooks the spectacular view. The home is right on the rail trail which is great for running or biking. The home itself was incredibly comfortable, had everything we could possibly need. There’s just so much to do and there’s also the enjoyment of doing nothing but relaxing. Towns are about a 15-30 minute drive, but the property is so nice we spent most of our time at the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

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

Awesome vacation!!

Our stay was awesome!! The only problem was that it wasn’t long enough! The house was perfect and we did not want for anything. The grounds and location are beautiful and peaceful. The golf cart was a fun addition. We would definitely stay again! For summertime visitors swimming in the marble quarry in Dorset was a great experience! The pinball museum in Manchester was also a hit!! Marcus was extremely responsive. Thank you both for sharing your home with us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Amazing!!

If you are looking for a quiet, secluded place to rest and recharge, this place is for you! It was very well stocked and had everything you need. The property is absolutely stunning. Photos do not do it the justice it deserves. We enjoyed watching thunderstorms roll through on the spacious deck, swimming in the pond and tending to the sheep. Our dog had a blast as well!! The host Marcus is so kind and responsive. Highly recommend in every aspect and would give 6 stars if i could!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marcus StRaymond

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We are a retired couple who are also empty nesters, and we love trying new hobbies! We have Valais Blacknose sheep, beehives and a small vineyard for table grapes! We also love making the property more enjoyable for family and friends. The farm is a special getaway to explore and learn about things we never thought we'd get a chance to do! Come enjoy the Vermont experience!

Why they chose this property

It's beautiful and remote enough to feel like a getaway, but still close enough to the resorts and bigger towns should you want to shop, dine, or see the sights. It is close to the Merck farmland center which has awesome trails and activities to engage in. The property is fed by 3 springs, so you can ALWAYS hear the sound of moving water. The rail trail borders the property so you can bike, jog, walk or ride your horse along a groomed path. At the end of a private road, the property is situated so you have total privacy.

What makes this property unique

We offer a great place to relax. ! As part of your stay, you get to play shepherd (totally optional) and see after our 6 sheep and one llama, "Candy". The sheep are called Valais Blacknose, and they are originally from the hills of Switzerland. They are known as "the cutest sheep in the world"! Or, just sit in the hot tub and enjoy the view. It's right on the porch.
Our property has three streams flowing through it, and a trout stocked pond that you can fish and/or swim in! You also are able to get around the property by golf cart, which makes exploring the 10 acres a treat!

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