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HUGE Private VT Mansion: 15 bedrooms, 12 bath, Sleep 34! DIY weddings, family reunions, ski Bromley & Stratton, yoga retreats, corporate offsites, Dogs welcome

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Spectacular Battenkill Valley Mansion - family reunions &  DIY weddings are our specialty
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Use the free pool at The Wilburton Resort Memorial Day - Sept.
DIY Weddings for up to 75 for additional fee
Family reunions a specialty!
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
15 bedrooms9+ bathroomsSleeps 349000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

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Manchester, VT
  • Popular LocationGolf Club at Equinox3 min drive
  • Popular LocationEquinox Preservation Trust5 min drive
  • Popular LocationHildene6 min drive
  • AirportRutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)41 min drive

Rooms & beds

15 bedrooms (sleeps 34)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 10

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 11

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 12

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 13

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 14

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 15

1 Single Bed

9 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 8

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 9

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 10

Toilet

Bathroom 11

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 12

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

HUGE Private VT Mansion: 15 bedrooms, 12 bath, Sleep 34! DIY weddings, family reunions, ski Bromley & Stratton, yoga retreats, corporate offsites, Dogs welcome

The Battenkill Valley Mansion is an ideal place for groups. Nestled on a private, 5 acre estate in charming Manchester Vermont, it sleeps 34 guests. Please reach me Melissa at The Wilburton Inn, our award winning family hotel in Manchester VT, with any questions.

Ideal for DIY weddings, family reunions, ski vacations at nearby Stratton and Bromley mountains, yoga retreats, corporate offsite meetings, holiday gatherings and Big Chill weekends with friends. Larger groups can add on additional vacation homes or hotel rooms at The Wilburton Inn half a mile away.

MANSION INDOOR FEATURES:
Commercial Kitchen (10 gas burners, 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, 2 refrigerators. 3-bay sink)
Versatile Ballroom/Game Room/Meeting Room/Banquet Room
Huge Living Room
Formal Dining Room
2 ground floor bedrooms (handicapped accessible queen bedroom and a twin bedroom)
Very large bedrooms and entertaining spaces.
23 Beds
Hardwood floors
Fast wi-fi
Lots of free parking
2 washer/driers

MANSION OUTDOOR FEATURES:
Bonfire area in the woods
4 picnic tables
2 propane BBQs
Gazebo
Hammock
Lawn Games
5 acres of privacy and nature.

ENJOY NEARBY RESORT AMENITIES AT THE WILBURTON INN (1/2 mile away)
Free outdoor pool Memorial Day - Sept.
Tennis, Lawn games (Volleyball, Pickle ball, Tetherball, Pingpong, Outdoor giant chess)Museum of the Creative Process Sculpture Exhibits
Indoor Private heated pool (for an extra fee $250/hour or $395/2 hours)

EVENTS, CELEBRATIONS & DIY WEDDINGS for up to 75 GUESTS:
There is an additional facility fee for all events.?34 guests: $1000 (Includes flatware, stemware, tables & white padded folding chairs.)
50 guests: $2500 (Includes the above. Event insurance required.)
75 guests: $3500 (You must rent a tent plus everything in the tent: flatware, stemware, tables & chairs, etc)
For more information on weddings please see The Wilburton Inn website and contact us before booking. There are a variety of backdrops for ceremonies - in the forest, next to a majestic tree, on the front lawn or down by the pond.

MINIMUM NIGHT STAYS:
3-nights: May - June 26, September & October
4 nights: Thanksgiving
4 night: June 27, July & August, Passover
4 nights: Christmas & New Years
No Saturday Check in/out.?No prom groups

DOGS:
Bring Fido! We are so dog friendly, our Canine Concierge was on Animal Planet! All breeds are welcome. $125/per dog. Cats are not allowed.

CATERING:
We have a long list of caterers and vendors to help you with your events.
Earth Sky Time, our family farm provides organic vegetarian/vegan drop off catering.

MASSAGES: We have excellent massage therapists who can come to your vacation house.

POOL & TENNIS:
Enjoy the nearby outdoor pool and tennis court at The Wilburton. Some blackout times may apply due to Wilburton events.

CLEANING FEES:
$550 linens & $950 end-of-stay cleaning fee is added to all reservations. Housekeeping is available during your stay for an additional fee. There are 2 washers and dryers in the basement.

MANSION LAYOUT:?
GROUND FLOOR ENTERTAINING SPACES:?Commercial kitchen?Formal dining room and adjoining breakfast room seat 34 guests.?Ballroom is 800 sq feet. It is typically set up as a game room with a full size ping pong table, oversized chess table, table top foosball and air hockey. It seats wedding ceremonies and dining functions for up to 50 guests. We frequently host yoga retreats. The ballroom fits 23 yoga mats.
All furniture, except for the Victorian green velvet couch, can be cleared so that the space can be used for many other functions. ?Living room has a piano and large flat screen TV, 3 leather couches, overstuffed chairs, board games, books, and Bluetooth stereo.
Foyer?Mud Room?
GROUND FLOOR BEDROOMS
Rm 14: QUEEN Handicapped accessible. Shares the powder room and shower in the hall.
Rm 15: TWIN Small room off of the living room. Shares the powder room and shower in the hall. ?Note: If you’d like us to roll up the huge ballroom carpet, then we use this room for storage so it can not be rented. We can add a cot in room 5 instead.

GROUND FLOOR BATHS
2 powder rooms
1 shower

SECOND FLOOR BEDROOMS
Rm 1: MASTER SUITE 3 BEDS: 2 DOUBLES, 1 TWIN, ENSUITE BATH (marble tub/shower)
Adjoining office with large desk & seasonal sunroom.
Rm 2: 3 BEDS: 2 DOUBLES, 1 TWIN, ENSUITE BATH (shower)
Rm 3: 2 DOUBLES, ENSUITE BATH (shower)
Rm 4: 2 DOUBLES, ENSUITE BATH (shower)
Rm 5: BRIDAL SUITE: KING, ENSUITE BATH (tub and shower)
Huge room, electric fireplace, sitting room, clawed foot tub & separate shower

THIRD FLOOR BEDROOMS
Suite #1 - (room 6 & 7)
Rm 6: 2 FULLS, ENSUITE BATH (tub/shower)
Rm 7: DOUBLE. USES BATH INSIDE ROOM 6

Rm 8: KING, ENSUITE BATH (tub and shower)
Rm 9: QUEEN, ENSUITE BATH (shower)

Rm 10: 2 DOUBLES ENSUITE BATH (tub and shower)

Suite #2: (rooms 11-13)
All 3 rooms share a bathroom with a shower in the hallway. There is a door in the hallway to give this 3 room suite more privacy. This is a great apartment for a family or teachers at a retreat.
Rm 11: QUEEN MASTER, high four-poster bed
Rm 12: TWO TWINS, small room
Rm 13: QUEEN SLEEPER SOFA & Kitchenette

HISTORY:
The Battenkill Valley Mansion was built in 1904 as a wedding present for the daughter of the man who built our sister property, the majestic Wilburton Inn mansion.

The Wilburton Destination Resort less than half a mile away accommodates up to 100 guests in 7 buildings of different sizes and styles. It is an ideal private getaway for destination weddings, corporate retreats, family reunions, and private celebrations. For more information on the Wilburton, see VRBO 9728975.

Property manager

Melissa Levis
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
+$1k-$4k facility fee based on size. max 100 guest

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 5 total)
Dogs allowed with $125/dog/stay

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$500/fine per room for violating this
NO SATURDAY CHECK IN or CHECK OUT. All events need approval. Event fees: $1000/34 guests, $2000/50 guests, $3000/ 75,$4000/100 max guests
Events with over 50 people require renting a tent + plates, chairs, dishes, insurance. 75 guest MAX. Renter min age is 25 except for family reunions.
By using instant book, you agree to the terms of our contract. A contract will also be sent to your email address.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: 75
Note from host: +$1k-$4k facility fee based on size. max 100 guest
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Manchester Center

Located in Manchester Center, this holiday home is in the mountains. Museum of Creative Process and American Museum of Fly Fishing are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sugar Shack and Vermont Summer Festival. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Manchester, VT

What's nearby

  • Golf Club at Equinox - 3 min drive
  • American Museum of Fly Fishing - 4 min drive
  • Battenkill River - 5 min drive
  • Equinox Preservation Trust - 5 min drive
  • Hildene - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Gringo Jack's - 7 min drive
  • Starbucks - 7 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 6 min drive
  • Zoey's Double Hex - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does HUGE Private VT Mansion: 15 bedrooms, 12 bath, Sleep 34! DIY weddings, family reunions, ski Bromley & Stratton, yoga retreats, corporate offsites, Dogs welcome have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is HUGE Private VT Mansion: 15 bedrooms, 12 bath, Sleep 34! DIY weddings, family reunions, ski Bromley & Stratton, yoga retreats, corporate offsites, Dogs welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at HUGE Private VT Mansion: 15 bedrooms, 12 bath, Sleep 34! DIY weddings, family reunions, ski Bromley & Stratton, yoga retreats, corporate offsites, Dogs welcome?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HUGE Private VT Mansion: 15 bedrooms, 12 bath, Sleep 34! DIY weddings, family reunions, ski Bromley & Stratton, yoga retreats, corporate offsites, Dogs welcome?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HUGE Private VT Mansion: 15 bedrooms, 12 bath, Sleep 34! DIY weddings, family reunions, ski Bromley & Stratton, yoga retreats, corporate offsites, Dogs welcome located?

This family-friendly Manchester Center holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Museum of Creative Process, Golf Club at Equinox and Hildene. Manchester Designer Outlets and American Museum of Fly Fishing are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house!
The house is beautiful & has tons of nooks and crannies. Fun for exploring!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bathrooms Galore!
We were very happy with the house. My family was very happy that most rooms had their own bathroom attached. This was helpful when mixing young people and seniors. The house was clean and comfortable. Perfect for our family gathering. We played games on the front lawn and board games in the diningroom, took long walks and even went skiing. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extended family ski trip
This home is located in a beautiful area. We had more than enough room for multiple families. Plenty of gathering areas and large kitchen and dining area that we shared huge family dinners. In addition to lovely home, the support team for questions and maintenance were amazing! Immediately responded to each inquiry!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for big family getaway
We had a very large (30+) family reunion group looking for a shared house in Vermont. The Battenkill Valley Mansion was the perfect fit. The grounds and shared spaces were a great for spending time together with family members from ages 3 to 70+. Melissa and the Wilburton team were incredibly helpful - not just with the rental process but also with great tips for hosting in the space and help with the general Manchester area. The rooms are spacious with plenty of bathrooms. And the kitchen/dining room were perfect for catered meals. We loved having access to the Wilburton’s pool and grounds too. I really don’t think we could have found a better spot for our group in the whole state!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Business retreat
Wonderful stay at this spacious, well-equipped and clean large house. The place has everything thing you might need for an extended stay. Communication with the owner was clear and accurate. This is a terrific spot for a large group getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Melissa Levis

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For over 36 years, my family has owned and run the nearby Wilburton Inn resort, which has won the #1 Best of the Best Award on TripAdvisor for multiple years. We also own Earth Sky Time Farm and Bakery, one of the most beloved organic farms in Vermont. ??We invite you to stroll through the remarkable Museum of the Creative Process sculpture collection on The Wilburton grounds. Join us for theme events at The Wilburton including Murder Mystery weekends, Canine Christmas Doggie Slumber Parties, Summer Cabarets, Music Festivals on our family farm. INNcredible Retreats for women and Creativity for Self Discovery Workshops with our Museum. ??We have lived in Manchester for over 50 years. We love sharing our historic and beautiful town with guests.

The Wilburton is a family run business. As we sing in our theme song, “We didn’t buy it to run it like a Hyatt.” We bought The Wilburton to share our love of Vermont with you.

We look forward welcoming you to Vermont!

Why they chose this property

Our parents had dinner at The Wilburton to celebrate my dad’s 50th birthday — and he decided to spontaneously buy the inn that night!
We moved from New Haven CT to Manchester VT in 1972 and have been 3 generation of Levis Family Innkeepers since 1987. After 25 years living in Manhattan as an adult, I understand why our parents moved to Vermont and all our guests love to visit.

What makes this property unique

Enormous private home where you can gather with your whole family and group of friends and colleagues. Safe, quiet, exclusive grounds far away from the road yet nearby so many things to do in Manchester.

Languages:

English

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