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10/10 Excellent
William F.
21 Feb, 2026
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William F.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Entire home
River Stone Barn + House
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 188000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Starksboro, VT
- Place, Lewis Creek Wildlife Management Area2 min drive
- Place, Sugarbush Ski Resort18 min drive
- Place, Stowe Mountain Resort60 min drive
- Airport, Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 18)
Barn Bedroom One
1 Queen Bed
Barn Bedroom Two
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Large Single Sofa Bed
Living Room 2
1 Large Single Sofa Bed
Living Room 3
1 Single Sofa Bed
Main House "Cabin" Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Main House Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Main House Bunkroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
Main House Ground Floor Primary Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Main House Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
Main House Primary Bedroom Additional Bed
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Main House "Cabin" Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Main House Ground Floor Primary Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Main House Half Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Main House Primary Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
River Stone Barn + House
Your retreat awaits at this breathtaking estate set amidst the Green Mountain backdrop. Unbeatable access to the best hiking, skiing, backcountry touring and all the mountain sports you can name. The property is set along a beautiful clear mountain river with several perfect deep swimholes and waterfalls to play in. A hot tub, picturesque stream-fed swimming pond and lush planted landscape accompany wildflower meadows and mixed forests.
The estate living spaces are spread across two houses about 70 yards apart. The Main house has 6 bedrooms, two large living rooms and massive chefs/entertaining/eat-in kitchen. The Barnhouse has two bedrooms and two separate sleeping lofts. Along with its own living, eating and kitchen areas.
The property is perfect for hiking, running, snowshoeing, ski touring, XC Ski access -- all right from the back porch! There is approximately 1500 acres of working maple sugar farm (a "sugarbush").
Approximate Driving Times:
Appalachian Gap (Long Trail Access) - >5min
BTV Airport - 40min
Mad River Glen Ski Upper Parking - 5-10min.
Mt Ellen Ski Base - 15min
Sugarbush Lincoln Peak Ski Base - 20min
Bristol Main Street - 15min
Waitsfield/Irasville commercial centers - 15/20min
Warren Store - 30min
Middlebury - 30min
The estate living spaces are spread across two houses about 70 yards apart. The Main house has 6 bedrooms, two large living rooms and massive chefs/entertaining/eat-in kitchen. The Barnhouse has two bedrooms and two separate sleeping lofts. Along with its own living, eating and kitchen areas.
The property is perfect for hiking, running, snowshoeing, ski touring, XC Ski access -- all right from the back porch! There is approximately 1500 acres of working maple sugar farm (a "sugarbush").
Approximate Driving Times:
Appalachian Gap (Long Trail Access) - >5min
BTV Airport - 40min
Mad River Glen Ski Upper Parking - 5-10min.
Mt Ellen Ski Base - 15min
Sugarbush Lincoln Peak Ski Base - 20min
Bristol Main Street - 15min
Waitsfield/Irasville commercial centers - 15/20min
Warren Store - 30min
Middlebury - 30min
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please enquire about event hosting. Pricing varies
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please pick up all animal waste from the yard and put them into dog waste bags that are provided and leave the bags outside by the front doors.
If you have excess trash, please but it in the shed attached to the garage. There are secured labeled trash bins behind the door at the back of the shed. Make sure to lock the door to keep bears out.
Please do not start the washing machine. You are more than welcome to strip the beds and leave towels in a pile. Our housekeeper will take care of the rest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Please enquire about event hosting. Pricing varies
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Starksboro
Located in Starksboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis Creek Wildlife Management Area and Camel's Hump State Park, while The Big Picture Theater & Cafe and Mad River Glass Gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Green Mountain Cultural Center and Green River Chocolates. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Starksboro, VT
What's nearby
- Lewis Creek Wildlife Management Area - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Sugarbush Ski Resort - 18 min drive - 20.9 km
- University of Vermont - 44 min drive - 54.4 km
- Church Street Marketplace - 48 min drive - 57.3 km
- Stowe Mountain Resort - 60 min drive - 74.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hyde Away Inn & Restaurant - 12 min drive
- Green Mountain Lounge - 16 min drive
- Mad River Barn - 10 min drive
- General Stark's Pub - 7 min drive
- The Tillerman - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Liz B.
27 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Liz B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elaine S.
25 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elaine S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Harmony Hansen
Languages:
English
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