Fireplace, Ski-Okemo, Apple Trees, Piano, Amazing Views, Firepit, Priory, Pool, Fields, Theatre!

This is the Apple Knoll Inn and Cottage, a Gertrude Rentals property

Charming historic home and cottages with mountain and pasture views, set in the shire of Weston. Onsite amenities include summer pool, fire-pit, sledding hills, river access nearby, and fireplace. Set on 4 acres but edged by 200 acres of trust conserved fields. Near top skiing, theatre and playhouses, shopping, hiking, summer adventure parks, and dining! Just 10-miles to Okemo, 8-miles to Magic, 11-miles to Bromley, 18-miles to Stratton, 13-miles to both VAST and Appalachian Trail. Not feeling outdoorsy, just 1-mile to world famous Vermont Country Store, dining and and Weston summer-stock theatre! 2-miles to a Benedictine monastery!

What Guests Love
∙Historic house – charming, distinctive, and always something to explore
∙The views - property flows directly into 100 miles of national park mountains
∙Relaxing – fireplace, views, mountain air, and beautiful antique decor
∙Skiing - 5 Great mountains within 20 miles, something for every skier
∙Hiking and snowmobiling - 10 miles to accesses for the VAST and Appalachian Trails
∙The food - 40 nearby restaurants including 20 critically acclaimed farm to table options
∙Exploring - live music, shopping, monasteries, farms, summer stock theater, food markets, open roads
∙The Memories - one of a kind Vermont experience, favorite of initiated visitors

Property Truths
Although a favorite of most guests, this property might not be a fit for demanding travelers. It's professionally cleaned, laundry is washed at 140°, we have the top fiber-optic cable available in the area, it has a generator, and our heating system is under 10yrs old and regularly serviced. However, it's also a historic house in a rural setting with rooms the caliber of the “popular” historic Equinox Hotel in Manchester. The furnishings are primarily antique and antiques are old. The floors creek and the windows can be hard to open. The kitchen dining area can feel cramped for groups greater than 10. The cable and Wi-Fi as mentioned, are the best in the area, but the best in this area is not as good as where you come from. If what I'm telling you sounds charming, and most guests do find it charming, then I'm sure you will love this house.


Location
A favorite with initiated travelers and truly Vermont at its best! Perfectly located in the shire of Weston with grazing cows on one side and the West River on the other. You get amazing star gazing, mineral water straight from the faucet into your coffee tea or bath and no stoplights, but with high-speed WIFI, paved roads, cell-service, a grocer, a liquor store, and incredible shopping skiing and dining. Ski five top mountains 10-miles to Okemo, 8-miles to Magic, 11-miles to Bromley, 18-miles to Stratton, and 13-miles to both VAST and Appalachian Trail. Shop at the world famous original Vermont Country Store less than 1-mile away or 40 Manchester retailers just 14 miles away. Eat at four Michelin quality restaurants and find 12 more family-friendly eats within 10 miles. Fly-fishing, hiking, skiing, biking trails, theatre, and even Benedictine Monks at Weston Priory are also nearby! Grounds feature perennials, apple trees, stone walls, swimming pool, an old barn, and scenic vistas at every turn. Just a short walk to the Weston Theatre Company and the original Vermont Country Store.

History
The Apple Knoll was built in 1830 and first used as a sheep farm. It's a Georgian style timber frame house with views of the West River, shire of Weston, and Mounts Tabor Mansfield and Equinox. In the year built, Merino wool prices spiked to 50 cents a pound and VT experienced the “Great Torrent”, the worst flooding in a century. Over the next 30 years Vermont saw its first railroad, spread of the abolitionist movement, a booming economy first in agriculture then forestry mining and manufacturing, and outbreak of the Civil War.

Support Post Booking
I understand vacation time is precious and I will make sure you get the most out of it. My number is the only contact information you need. My units are at the top attractions. No requirement ever at checkout. Free early check-in when possible. Never hidden fees or solicitation

Terms
Payments are 50% refundable when canceled at least 60 days before arrival. Payments are not refundable when canceled less than 60 days before arrival. Events or gatherings involving outside guests are only allowed with prior approval from the management. Guest agrees to hold the Property Manager and Owner harmless from any liability for injuries while on vacation.

Travel Insurance
If you prefer insured bookings, we also offer travel insurance. Basic Travel Insurance- cost is 7%, covers 30 different issues, coverage begins only after protection has been purchased. CFAR (cancel for any reason) insurance is available in states applicable- cost is approximately 11% (7% basic plus additional 3.8% to add CFAR). Basic and CFAR must be purchased together as CFAR cannot be purchased individually. CFAR covers 60% of the trip cost with no questions asked. Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of booking and 30 days before check-in. Claim must be filed two days prior to arrival, available to U.S. citizens only.

Events
We've hosted almost everything, but events must get prior approval.