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Rustic farmhouse w/ gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees, & many updates

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A lakeside property with a large house and a smaller building, surrounded by trees and a pond reflecting lights.
A spacious loft with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, and a mezzanine level.
A house with a pond in front, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves.
A hot tub area with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a view of a green landscape.
A cozy living room with wooden beams, a sofa, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and a dog sitting on the floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Green Mountain National Forest
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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West Pawlet, VT
  • Place, Green Mountain National Forest
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Bromley Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Stratton Mountain Resort
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

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

Rustic farmhouse w/ gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees, & many updates

Enjoy the views from the new deck where you can dine or enjoy a dip in the hot tub! Updates galore! New firepit off the deck, new hot tub, new bathrooms, kitchen bay windows, new finished basement with bar and poker table....the list goes on!

Enjoy a cocktail on the porch overlooking the stocked pond and watching a gorgeous sunset! Ride bikes through the country on the rail trail. 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! The possibilities are endless!

With Central A/C, a great cooking kitchen and a gazebo with fire pit to enjoy...there is something for everyone! Read our reviews!

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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

Property # 2298844vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Pawlet

Located in Pawlet, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Green Mountain National Forest and Lake Saint Catherine State Park, while Dorset Historical Society Museum and Dorset Playhouse are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Salem Art Works and Vermont Summer Festival.
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West Pawlet, VT

What's nearby

  • Green Mountain National Forest - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bromley Mountain Ski Resort - 40 min drive - 51.7 km
  • Lake George - 46 min drive - 63.4 km
  • Stratton Mountain Resort - 54 min drive - 71.3 km
  • Magic Mountain Ski Resort - 56 min drive - 73.7 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
  • ‪Scarlotta's Car Hop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic farmhouse w/ gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees, & many updates 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.

How much is parking at Rustic farmhouse w/ gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees, & many updates?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic farmhouse w/ gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees, & many updates?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic farmhouse w/ gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees, & many updates?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic farmhouse w/ gorgeous views, a hot tub, no cleaning fees, & many updates 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 Burt Hill and Pine Hill. Merck Forest Farmland Center and R. K. Kittay Public Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love it here and have been staying with Marcus and family at this place for years! We highly recommend them as hosts and all around great people! Thanks again for a wonderful summer vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2026
:). Always nice to have your family visit. Thanks, Brian.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Five of us came back to stay again. Much relaxation on the deck. Beautiful view this time of year - there must be a million shades of green. Beautiful grounds and spacious house. We would like to return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in Western VT.Great for outdoor activities.Quiet, peaceful, relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have a great Thanksgiving time
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very nice and understanding and a pleasure to talk to. One of the best places we ever stayed. Beautiful scenery, very quiet and relaxing, Overall outstanding , we will be going back.
The Sheep we’re very entertaining
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2025
We look forward to your next visit! More improvements coming!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2025
We are always happy to have you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Candy saying hello!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2025
We look forward to your return visit! Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was lovely, but the property was AMAZING! Marcus and Beth have done a fantastic job with the pond, the bridges, the gazebo, the fire pits. The hot tub was wonderful, although we only used it a few times. The sheep and Candy the Llama were fun to take care of! The fireplace made the house so cozy. We were close to Dorset and Manchester, so a few days of shopping are worth the visit!Thank you Marcus and Beth for letting us enjoy your little Dancing Barefoot Farm!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2021
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay....you were the perfect guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2021
Thank you, Cheryl!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2023
Thank you, Susan. So happy you had a nice time...hope you come visit again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2022
You were perfect guests. Hope you return soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2023
Bob, it was great to have you and your wife. You really saved the day when the baby lamb was born by surprise! That was an experience for all of us! The place was left in perfect condition, thank you. We are so happy you had a nice time, and we look forward to you visiting again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property!

This home and farm was so beautiful! The setting was beyond expectations! We did not want to leave. The mornings on the large back porch overlooking the pond and farm were so relaxing. If you are looking to get away from it all, this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2021
It was a pleasure to have you...so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you.

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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