Your vacation spot in the beautiful NE Kingdom of VT. Great Views, Private Pond.
Greensboro, Orleans County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Your vacation spot in the beautiful NE Kingdom of VT. Great Views, Private Pond. Beautiful year round home located in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, 7 miles from Hill Farmstead (with the world's #1 beer as rated by RateBeer for many years running!), 15 minutes from the picturesque towns of Craftsbury and Greensboro, and 40 minutes from great mountain biking on East Burke's Kingdom Trails. Our locati...
Your vacation spot in the beautiful NE Kingdom of VT. Great Views, Private Pond. Beautiful year round home located in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, 7 miles from Hill Farmstead (with the world's #1 beer as rated by RateBeer for many years running!), 15 minutes from the picturesque towns of Craftsbury and Greensboro, and 40 minutes from great mountain biking on East Burke's Kingdom Trails. Our location offers plenty of privacy as the last house on a well-maintained dirt road, and situated on 40 acres with our own spring-fed pond on the premises for summer swimming or winter skating. Views from the western-facing deck are of the northern range of Vermont's Green Mountains, from Mt. Mansfield to Jay Peak.Beautiful vistas around every curve and quintessential New England towns complete with country stores are an easy drive. Get a picnic lunch, stop at Parker Pie for some great pizza, hit the diner, or enjoy fine dining in nearby Craftsbury.The house has a fully equipped kitchen, internet, WIFI, games, barbeque grills, outdoor firepit, beach towels, floats and inner tubes for the pond, and an eclectic assortment of books and board games. The lockable garage has plenty of space to hang bikes and store your gear. There is an Apple TV, DVD player and 6-7 broadcast stations come in crystal clear. Our comfortable beds include some brand-new posturpedic mattresses. In addition to the 2 king-size, 1 queen, and 4 twin beds, and an Aerobed is also available. SUMMER: a great area for those wanting to simply relax on our deck, enjoy a drive in the country, visit craft and antique stores, or enjoy more active pursuits like mountain biking, trail walking, hiking, running, swimming, w/canoeing, kayaking, sailing nearby. Swim in our private 1/2 acre pond with dock, or choose from a variety of lakes with free public beaches within a short drive - Lake Caspian (Greensboro), Shadow Lake and Daniels Pond (Glover). Mountain bike on dirt roads right outside the door, or drive 40 minutes to enjoy the Kingdom Trails in East Burke. Hike Mt. Hor or Mt. Pisgah overlooking Lake Willoughby, take the tram to the top of Jay Peak and enjoy their water park, or skip the car and simply enjoy quite walks on White Road, just out the door!Cheese and beer lover? Listen to this piece on Greensboro's world-renowned cheeses and craft beer. WINTER: miles of maintained snowmobile and XC ski trails 100 yards away, snowshoe or XC ski out the door. Jay Peak and Burke Mountain Resorts are within 35 minute drive. Craftsbury, a mecca for cross country skiing enthusiasts, is a 10 minute drive.Other Local Attractions Include:*Craftsbury Common* - Approximately 6 Miles away, a great site for hiking, biking, sculling, and fine dining. Also located in Craftsbury are Pete’s Greens, a wonderful source for organic produce and Vermont products, and the Craftsbury market with yummy prepared foods, good local cheeses, and a selection of wine and beer.*Glover* - Glover is the home of the Bread and Puppet theatre and museum. There is also a wonderful general store with a wide variety of provisions, and the Busy Bee Diner is a great spot for breakfast or lunch. *Barr Hill* - Approximately 5 miles away (on the way to Greensboro), Barr Hill offers some easy walks with great views.*Lake Willoughby* - if you want to venture a bit further afield, a hike up Lake Willoughby’s Mount Pisgah and Mt Hor afford you beautiful views of this cold, deep lake. *Quebec* - In the mood for french food? Bring your passport; the house is a stone's throw (one hour) from the Canadian border, and 2.5 hours from Montreal.*East Burke* - the center of mountain biking in the area. *Local Roads* - There’s great dirt and paved road riding in the area, and the region recently created a cycling map that should be available at local stores.*Craft beers* - "The best beer in the world" according to is available "just down the road", less than 2.5 miles away as the crow flies, at the Hillstead Farm.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Ski & snowboard
Entertainment
- Books
- Television
- DVD player
- Stereo
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
- Garage
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)
- Fire extinguisher
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Rural
- Mountain view
Nearby activities
- Skiing
- Sledding
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Antiquing
- Wildlife viewing
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Barbecue grill
- Dryer
- Outdoor space
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
- Mountain view
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- 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
About the area
Greensboro
Located in Greensboro, this holiday home is in a rural area. Lake Willoughby and Shadow Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Great Vermont Corn Maze and The Center for America's First Horse. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Nearby locations
- Shadow Lake 13 min drive
- Bread and Puppet Theater 20 min drive
- Caspian Lake 20 min drive
- Hill Farmstead Brewery 25 min drive
- Lake Willoughby 44 min drive
Getting around
- Lyndonville, VT (LLX-Caledonia County) 53 min drive
Restaurants
- Hill Farmstead Brewery 25 min drive
- Busy Bee Diner 21 min drive
- Blackbird Bistro 19 min drive
- Bien Fait Specialty Cakes 21 min drive
- The Art House Gallery, Studio And School 23 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Your vacation spot in the beautiful NE Kingdom of VT. Great Views, Private Pond. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Your vacation spot in the beautiful NE Kingdom of VT. Great Views, Private Pond.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Your vacation spot in the beautiful NE Kingdom of VT. Great Views, Private Pond.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Your vacation spot in the beautiful NE Kingdom of VT. Great Views, Private Pond. located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Shadow Lake, Lake Parker and Hill Farmstead Brewery. Caspian Lake and Bread and Puppet Theater are also within 9 miles (15 km).