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The Barn Retreat blends comfort with mountain exploration. Travelers gather in the great room by the fireplace, listen to brook sounds, or enjoy mountain views through screened windows. The property offers free WiFi and an outdoor firepit for evening gatherings under the stars.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

One of a kind Historic VT Barn- Cozy- All Season Family, Friend, Couples Retreat

  • Welcome to The Barn Retreat – A Rustic Escape with Modern Comfort
    Highlights:

    Renovated barn with rustic vibe has 2 bedrooms plus an extra Loft area for extra sleeping- a retreat on historic Vermont property

    Sleeps up to 8 guests (+ infant; Pack ’n Play available)

    Dog-friendly (2 max; $75 per dog, per stay)

    Cozy great room with exposed beams, fireplace, babbling brook

    Fast WiFi: 1000 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload

    2 Smart TVs to stream your media+ Apple TV with Peacock

    Bedrooms & Baths:

    2 Private Bedrooms with Queen Beds

    Upstairs Open loft: Full beds, twin beds, bunk (max weight 150lbs)

    1 full bath (ensuite to primary bedroom) on the Main Floor for all guests to share

    1 half bath + separate bath with soaking tub downstairs lower level from main floor

    Kitchen & Living:

    Fully equipped kitchen: stainless steel refrigerator, stove, dishwasher

    Small appliances: Keurig, drip coffee maker, French press, blender, toaster, microwave

    Open concept layout with dining and big island area

    Cozy downstairs hangout space with games

    Outdoors & Comfort:

    Spacious yard with year-round babbling brook

    Large ceiling fans & portable fans

    AC in bedrooms and great room Summer

    Forced hot-air heat for winter coziness plus bonus wood burning Fireplace for extra coziness

    Parking for 2–3 cars (2 max in winter due to plowing)

    No EV charger on site; stations in nearby Bennington

    Tech & Safety:

    Smart TVs to stream your media + Apple TV with Peacock

    Exterior Ring doorbell, outdoor cameras & alarm system

    Located off a county road with easy access to downtown

    Water Info:

    Well water (potable, not recommended for drinking/cooking)-we provide some you may need to bring more based on consumption-
    Bottled water provided; bring extra water

    Nearby Attractions (5–45 min drive):

    Downtown Bennington: shops, restaurants, antiques, museums, breweries, Walmart, Starbucks, Chipotle, Kentucky Fried Chicken, McDonalds, Burger King, Dunkin', plus

    Outdoor Fun: ski Bromley, Stratton, Mt. Snow, golf Mt. Anthony/Equinox, hike, bike, fish, Flyfish, horseback (Drive time to ski areas vary by location)

    Family Spots: Willow Park (swings, dog park, BMX ramps), Bromley Adventure Park, Wilmington Reservoir, Ski areas (Downhill and Cross country), Lakes, Hiking, Horeseback, Golf, Biking

    Americas 250th Birthday:Cultural Sites: Bennington Monument, Robert Frost Museum & Cemetery, Park McCullough House

    Scenic Towns: Manchester outlets, Dorset Quarry, Arlington, Wilmington

    Events: Garlic Festival, HITS Horse Show, seasonal fly fishing/off-road classes

    Guest Policies:

    Max 8 guests (+ 1 baby); extra fees apply after 6 guests (Nonfamily guests 25+yr)

    No unregistered guests or visitors without prior approval

    Sorry No cats; dogs (Max 2) must be leashed outdoors & not on furniture (Please ask to review our pet policy prior to arrival)/ Pup fees.

    Come relax, explore, and create lasting memories at The Barn Retreat – your peaceful getaway in the Green Mountains.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking cigarettes or any substances

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 put all garbage from house and yard in large garbage pails in front of the house and be sure to BUNGEE chord the pails tight.
Shut off all A/C, Fans, Lights, close all windows and doors, pull shade down on front door of house
Leave Kitchen area as you found it, Clean BBQ leave for next guest (provided as a courtesy). If you made a fire in fireplace or BBQ, let us know. HIT LOCK BUTTON, please message us.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Note: house has Well” water “pottable” we provide some you may need bring additional for drinking/cooking.
No commercial use., no parties, no subletting, no smoking, no drugs or illicit behavior. (See Rule Sheet for All house rules)
Non-family must be 25yrs+. Dogs should be on a leash outside. Pick up all waste put in bags and garbage, pet owner is responsible/liable for dogs.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please ask about pet fees- 2 dogs max

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: under 8yrs adult supervision on ALL property

Events

No events allowed
No Parties 3 car max parking

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking cigarettes or any substances

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
Note from host: No Parties 3 car max parking
Long-term renters welcome
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Bennington, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Green Mountain National Forest and Lake Shaftsbury State Park, while Robert Frost Stone House Museum and Bennington Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Bennington Arts Guild Gallery and Bennington Center for the Arts. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling. Visit our Bennington travel guide
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Shaftsbury, VT

What's nearby

  • Robert Frost Stone House Museum
    3 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Bennington Dog Park
    4 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Bennington College
    5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Bennington Museum
    7 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Convenience Store & Vehicle Display
    7 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cumberland Farms
    10 min drive
  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Stewart's Shops
    13 min drive
  • Burger King
    9 min drive
  • Pizza Hut
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is One of a kind Historic VT Barn- Cozy- All Season Family, Friend, Couples Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at One of a kind Historic VT Barn- Cozy- All Season Family, Friend, Couples Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at One of a kind Historic VT Barn- Cozy- All Season Family, Friend, Couples Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One of a kind Historic VT Barn- Cozy- All Season Family, Friend, Couples Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is One of a kind Historic VT Barn- Cozy- All Season Family, Friend, Couples Retreat located?

This family-friendly Bennington holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Green Mountain National Forest, Howard Park and Bennington Dog Park. Bennington Arts Guild Gallery and Bennington Potters Yard are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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One of a kind Historic VT Barn- Cozy- All Season Family, Friend, Couples Retreat Reviews

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9.8

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Ollie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Incredible converted barn made such an atmospheric place to stay after hiking the green mountains with our dog. All was clean and worked really well. We really enjoyed sitting by the huge fireplace every evening - we’d return immediately if we could!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hilary H.

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The barn was the perfect mix of comfort and rustic! All the amenities of home in an old Vermont barn. Delightfully creaky floors, warm fireplace, beautiful views and the ability for lifelong friends to gather and spend time together. Host was in contact and checked in occasionally to see if we needed anything. Definitely recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

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Nice place

The barn was comfortable and clean. The property is beautiful! The hosts were very responsive and checked in a few times. We would recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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Family Reunion

Great place to connect with family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Nancy h.

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Barn by the creek

We loved our stay at the barn. Listening to the creek was so relaxing. Plenty of space for everyone to stretch out and relax. The barn was close enough to civilization to get things if we needed them. The owners were available and communicated well. All questions, comments and concerns were addressed immediately. We would totally stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

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Wonderful four weeks!

We really enjoyed the barn. It was comfortable & had everything we needed. Our grandchildren enjoyed the foosball table & playing Cornhole outside. Hearing the brook all day was very relaxing. The hosts were very attentive & checked in with us to make sure that everything was ok. We found many good restaurants, farmers markets & parks in the area.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

debra c.

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Family and Friends getaway

The stay at the barn was fantastic. Very warm and cozy . For those who think staying in a restored barn was drafty , not at all , it's very well insulated and it was 31 degrees outside. The fire place was awesome with plenty of wood. Dave and Loretta were very accommodating and easily assessable . It's beautifully decorated with some antiques which we enjoyed . Highly recommend . John , Debar, Rob and Sharon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

kelly b.

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our stay

our stay was great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Great vibe!

We had a fantastic stay - the barn had all the charm and warmth we could have hoped for. Looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

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The Barn is a great place for family or friends to gather and enjoy all the area has to offer. We enjoyed a few fire pit evenings and coffee cup mornings talking and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

victoria n.

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Great little find

Lovely property, close to Bennington yet in a tranquil setting. My whole family loved this unique property Great communication and extras from the hosts. Would definitely recommend and stay again if in the area
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julleanna S.

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This cozy cabin has all the rustic charm you want in a beautiful New England getaway. Beds were comfy. 2 rooms downstairs and a big loft with 2 bunk beds and a double bed. Well equipped and the owners are very responsive. It was a great place for a long weekend away and we plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ron N.

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Great stay!

Location was great. The converted barn served our needs well. We had 4 total that stayed there (my wife and I, and our 2 grown children) and there was plenty of room. (The loft area could have easily served 5 more people). Furniture was comfortable and dining seating was good. Recommended for stays in southern Vermont!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Kara P.

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A Great Weekend Getaway

The Barn was wonderful. We experienced some FREEZING cold temperatures and were so relieved that the Barn wasn't drafty and in fact, was super cozy and being able to build a fire was a real treat. My only knock would be that there wasn't a driveway and being that close to the road was sometimes loud. Beyond that, the Barn was perfect and I would definitely recommend staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Grace R.

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Wonderful

Love this unique remolded barn. Very well stocked with everything you could need. Nice host to deal with. Only thing was most all outlets had extensions cords everywhere so our CP machine would work. I would recommend this house any time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Julleanna S.

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Petite maison très propre avec produits de base à disposition.Très bien placée, avec animation de bateaux sur le chenal juste devant la maison.Avec le beau temps nous avons pu manger dehors sous le parasol. Bien agréable ! Tout comme la propriétaire.. a recommander.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025