Chandler House: Quintessential Vermont
Craftsbury, Orleans County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Chandler House: Quintessential Vermont Chandler House provides an ideal retreat for families and friends looking to experience the quintessential Vermont experience. The house is set up as your own 'Private Inn,' featuring four bedrooms and four and one half baths in addition new country kitchen and dining space, as well as a comfortable living room. The house is located in postcard-perfect Cra...
Chandler House: Quintessential Vermont Chandler House provides an ideal retreat for families and friends looking to experience the quintessential Vermont experience. The house is set up as your own 'Private Inn,' featuring four bedrooms and four and one half baths in addition new country kitchen and dining space, as well as a comfortable living room. The house is located in postcard-perfect Craftsbury Common, one of the Northeast Kingdom's most photographed villages. The town served, for example, as Alfred Hitchcock's stage set for 'The Trouble with Harry.' Chandler House, in fact, makes several appearances in the film, including the moment when 'Hitch' makes his signature, on-screen cameo.The Town, founded in 1789, sits atop a plateau surrounded by forest and farmland. Federalist architecture, white clapboard, and the classic church steeple encircle the ideal village green. The town is additionally home to Sterling College, a celebrated four-year institution specializing in environmental education. The Common itself is a hive of activity, farmers markets, summer concerts, soccer camps and town parades. Local artisans abound. Craftsbury Common is sleepy and sophisticated at the same time. Craftsbury's sits as the southwest gateway to Vermont's Northeast Kindom, an area noted for its abundant wildlife and breathtaking scenery. Warm days and cool nights characterize the area’s summer season. Fall foliage is spectacular throughout the region, and is considered the best in the State. During the wintertime and located within a snow belt, Craftsbury's visuals are those of a Robert Frost poem. Native photographer, John M. Miller, captured the land and its people in his work, whereas the writer, Howard Frank Mosher, has underscored the unique essence of the area in his famous novels 'The Fall of the Year' and 'Where the River Runs North' Outdoor activities abound in Craftsbury and the region. Hiking, mountain biking, swimming, golf and downhill skiing are all close-by. Adjacent Greensboro is home to Caspian Lake, which is surrounded by summer cottages and estates. The hiking and biking trails around fjord-like Lake Willoughby are spectacular. The Craftsbury Outdoor Center encompasses two smaller lakes in the area, Great and Little Hosmer. The Center offers sculling camps in the summer and some of the most extensive and best-regarded cross-country trail systems in the State. The annual Winter Marathon attracts upwards of 1500 athletes each January who compete and take in the area’s well known hospitality. According to one participant, the terrain has '...a delightful mix of vistas –snow laden balsam firs, silver-gray or red barns, expanses of farm fields, frozen lakes and beaver ponds, white birches against sometimes blue skies, and small beech trees still clinging to their dry golden leaves.” PLEASE NOTE: The Village of Craftsbury Common is experiencing a problem with their water supply resulting in a “don’t drink the water” mandate due to elevated levels of PKeywords: Country House, Federalist Architecture, Village Setting, Family, Friends
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Outdoor furniture
- Bicycles
- Kayak / canoe
- Ski & snowboard
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Ice skating
- Sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Mountain climbing
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
- Mountain view
- Barbecue grill
- Dryer
- Outdoor space
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: Events allowed
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Note: 10:00 am check-out for days with same day check-out and check-in. Thank you in advance for understanding. : Note: 10:00 am check-out for days with same day check-out and check-in. Thank you in advance for understanding.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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 are allowed on site
- Note from host: Please inquire prior to booking
- 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
About the area
Craftsbury Common
Located in Craftsbury Village, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Elmore State Park and Great Hosmer Pond reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Center for America's First Horse and Great Vermont Corn Maze. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Great Hosmer Pond 8 min drive
- Caspian Lake 15 min drive
- Hill Farmstead Brewery 27 min drive
- Lake Willoughby 48 min drive
- Jay Peak Ski Resort 59 min drive
Getting around
- Stowe, VT (MVL-Morrisville-Stowe State) 33 min drive
Restaurants
- Blackbird Bistro 5 min drive
- Bien Fait Specialty Cakes 14 min drive
- The Art House Gallery, Studio And School 1 min walk
- C Village Store 3 min drive
- Craftsbury Public House 3 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chandler House: Quintessential Vermont pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Chandler House: Quintessential Vermont?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Chandler House: Quintessential Vermont?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Chandler House: Quintessential Vermont located?
Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this holiday home in Craftsbury Village is situated on a lake, 2.5 mi (4 km) from Great Hosmer Pond, and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Caspian Lake and Shadow Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).