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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Manchester, VT
  • Place, Battenkill River
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Golf Club at Equinox
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Hildene
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪98 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

+1
5 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Vermont house in stunning private country setting and 360 degree panoramic views

For your 2025 outdoor recharge enjoy secluded privacy on our 60 acre retreat at the base of Equinox Mountain. (NO INTERNET OR CELL SERVICE BUT HAS A LAND LINE PHONE) Relax in the Adirondack chairs by our large outdoor firepit & wood grill, unwind on the large covered porch or rekindle your youth on our 14 foot adult swings. As one guest reviewed “The views are spectacular. The house has an old charm and is cabin-like cozy.” Explore the area and go mountain biking, fishing , tubing, or canoeing in the renowned Battenkill River (12 minute drive). Hike from our property on the Beartown Gap Trail to top of Equinox Mountain to the famous Skyline Drive and Visitors Center and enjoy 5 state breathtaking views. Play lawn games and just take in the outdoors. NOTE: We have 2 gates that access the property. The first gate we have put a new road in 2025 for easy access. If you use the second gate up the road it has some rough spots so a SUV or high clearance car is recommended (such as a Volvo, Forester or Subaru type) however it is not a problem.

INTERESTING NOTE: This property was featured on a National Geographic TV show “Building Wild” episode “Backwoods Bus” found on you tube. Paulie Dimeo and his crew and our family & friends built a small quaint cabin and pond. It is about a 10 minute walk from the rental property if you want to see it. (Sorry no access to inside)

Our property is in Manchester, Vermont about a 30 minute drive to Manchester Village. It is on the opposite side of Equinox Mountain & Manchester Center. Our location is an area still known as Beartown which is a 1700’s community long gone. Our 3 generation house is at the base of Equinox Mountain, the highest peak in Southern Vermont on 60 acres in the middle of a 25 acre meadow. The 360 degree view is truly spectacular. Built in 1962 we remodeled the kitchen & bathroom in 2022 but kept the rustic feel of the living and bedroom area.. There is NO INTERNET OR CELL SERVICE so its a good time to relax and build relationships in our serene nature retreat. We have a land line phone (calling card needed for long distance which we have included) and 70 dvd movies.

Need a change from nature? Take a ride and experience Vermont’s covered bridges ( don’t miss the famous West Arlington covered bridge and adjacent Norman Rockwell home and studio only a 15 minute drive) Take a 30 minute drive around the mountain and visit quiescent Manchester Village voted #1 getaway by “Travel and Leisure”. Explore the many great restaurants, museums, and quaint shops including the Orvis Flagship store, Southern Vt Art Center, Hildene Lincoln Estate, and the Northshire Book Store to name a few. Take a ride up the famous Equinox Mountain Skyline drive and experience 5 state views. Manchester truly has it all.
A high cleared vehicle is recommended as the last 1/2 mile has some high spots. For an example a forester or subaru would be no problem.

This experience will take you back to the simple times and an adventure that will be nature at its finest. For more information visit our new website: beartownvermont.com
Welcome to Beartown and your new adventure!

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 extra children allowed over the max 8 occupancy
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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
No four wheelers, motorcycles , or ATVs Note- there is no internet but have a land line phone
No parties or events, no pets, no smoking Thanks for your understanding
Maximum guest 8 unless cleared with owner

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

Manchester Center

Located in Manchester Center, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Equinox Preservation Trust and Emerald Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Southern Vermont Arts Center and Vermont Summer Festival. Travelling with kids? Consider Sugar Shack and Bromley Alpine Slide. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Manchester, VT

What's nearby

  • Battenkill River - 37 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Golf Club at Equinox - 55 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Hildene - 58 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Manchester Designer Outlets - 58 min drive - 43.9 km
  • Equinox Preservation Trust - 63 min drive - 40.7 km

Getting around

  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Willoughby’s Depot Eatery - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Zoey's Deli & Bakery - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vermont house in stunning private country setting and 360 degree panoramic views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vermont house in stunning private country setting and 360 degree panoramic views?

As of 30 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vermont house in stunning private country setting and 360 degree panoramic views on 16 Jun, 2026 start from S$309, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Vermont house in stunning private country setting and 360 degree panoramic views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vermont house in stunning private country setting and 360 degree panoramic views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vermont house in stunning private country setting and 360 degree panoramic views located?

This family-friendly Manchester Center holiday home is located in the mountains, steps from Green Mountain National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Southern Vermont Arts Center and Manchester Designer Outlets. Lye Brook Falls and Equinox Preservation Trust are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laya F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Mountain View’s are beautiful and we loved the seclusion.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the remoteness, we loved being unplugged. Property was stunning. Quaint, cozy cabin. We enjoyed the fireplace inside , fire pit outside, covered porch, and walking the property. Watching the video was enjoyable.
Beautiful view of property
Fire pit beautifully tucked away in serene setting
View of us with house behind us
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had such relaxing time! I only wish I could’ve stayed longer. The views were breathtaking. I crossed paths with a family of wild turkey’s on the property too! It was nice to unplug and have no technology. My favorite part was ending the day, reading a book in the rocking chair with a cup of tea.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

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

Couples Retreat

Fantastic place to get away from it all. Romantic and serene with everything you need to enjoy the stunning area. We will absolutely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

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

Awesome property in the middle of the woods

This was the perfect place to get away. Surrounded by fields, woods, and mountains. Sunrises and sunsets were great. Fire pit was nice place to end the evening under the stars. We also enjoyed watching the dvd about the school bus cabin and then visiting it farther back in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

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

Family vacation October 4-8

Very nice home with lots of nature , view of beautiful mountains peak colors . Home is nice lots of beds fireplace works kitchen has everything
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley S.

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

Vermont Vacation

The property was located in a very picturesque location wth beautiful views all around. We enjoyed the fireplace inside as well as the firepit outside. The country home had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen K.

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

Breathtaking views

This is a hidden gem. Off the grid location that allows you to fully disconnect from the daily hustle. The views are spectacular. The house has an old charm and was cabin-like cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Beautiful and Unique

Absolutely amazingly gorgeous property set in a Green Mountain setting. A high clearance AWD is a must have vehicle in order to go up this road. Cozy with fireplace and base board heat.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laya F.

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

My Vermont Getaway

My family enjoyed the breathtaking views of this property. The house is very secluded which we loved. Randy, the owner was very responsive to our needs during our stay. We can’t wait to come again! We drive a Toyota Sienna so our low clearance vehicle had trouble making it up the road to the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laya F.

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

Our stay in Vermont

We had a fabulous time. The views were breathtaking. It felt like paradise. The host was so kind and accommodating with any questions and requests that we had. The house was very well stocked and organized so we could find anything that we needed easily. We can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin! Read all the directions or a little confusion might ensue but would love to stay again. There was an issue with the smoke alarms location to the stove making it hard to cook but I think the owner will fix that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

samuel h.

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

amazing off-grid vacation spot

Really peaceful and remote. The house was fully stocked with everything that we could possibly need or want on an off-grid vacation. Beautiful property and amazing views. There's a short hike to a small waterfall and some really long hikes up the mountains. I would recommend a four wheel drive for the last stretch of the road leading to the property. We made it with a minivan, but it was touch and go.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn J.

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

Best place ever

As soon as we entered the gate onto the property we were in awwww. The most beautiful, serene setting.imaginable. Once we started to explore the property it one was 1 beautiful spot / surprise after another. We knew within the first few hours ( minutes actually) of our exploration we wanted to extend our stay, which we did. Thank you Randy!!!!! If you want to get away from it all, unplug , and just enjoy the beauty of Vermont this is the spot!!!!! We are already planning our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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4/10 Poor

Don J.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Note there is zero cell or internet coverage, which is stated in description, but should not be ignored. The location is a 10, but the house is a 2. House was full of flies and bugs. Beds were plastic-covered and caused sweating through the night, but cold air made me freeze unless covered. Grounds are amazing, remote and quiet. Fire pit is nice but a hike from house. Lastly: DO NOT attempt the stay without a 4x4 truck or SUV. My station wagon would not suffice. Great owners with very clear communications and ideal for adventurers looking to be cut off from the world. Side note: can see house from top of Mt Equinox.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PETER U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Randy and Linda Pratico

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Our family has owned this property for 3 generations since te 1950s. We frequent this unique and secluded property so we don't rent it that much. It will be an experience you wont forget and please check out the reviews to help make your decision. We love the fact that others have an opportunity to explore this area and experience the fabulous views and solitude.

Why they chose this property

This house is on 60 acre parcel with 20 acres of open field which provide extraordinary 360 degree views with no houses in sight. We are surrounded by 2000 acres owned by Maple LLC and Vermont Land Trust which affords great privacy and an opportunity for exploring the many wood roads throughout. You should not be disappointed!

What makes this property unique

It is such a unique property with great views and no houses in sight. The outdoor fire pit with Adirondack chairs affords a magnificent view of Bear Mountain. A perfect way to relax, barbecue,or just read. It’s a throwback in time.

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