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Comfortable parlor with fireplace and cable TV.

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9.0

Wonderful

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 790 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Bennington, VT

Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Convenience Store & Vehicle Display6 min drive
Bennington Battle Monument7 min drive
Bennington Center for the Arts8 min drive
Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)54 min drive

Most relevant reviews

6/10 Okay

The conversion could be adorable if certain details were updated (lighting dim, ceiling and lamps throughout each room; ...

Cheryl Ann P.

Oct 21, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

1920's Bennington Vermont Guest Barn

Very comfortable accommodations with just about everything brand new down to quality mattresses and bedding. New kitchen appliances and compliments along with bottled spring water in the fridge. Free WiFi, VHS, DVD, and CD players for you to enjoy along with cable TV in the parlor and in two of the three bedrooms. There is a desk with some supplies for your use. The Coffee Bar is open 24/7 with oodles of coffee and tea to chose from. There are some snacks and goodies in the cupboards and fridge that you may enjoy. You'll also find some games around for those rainy days and nights. Out back is a patio with a table, chairs and umbrella for those sunny days along with a new gas grill for your use. Behind the Barn is a newly landscaped lawn with a great fire pit and chairs to gather around making conversation and smores. Conveniently located near many ski mountains like Bromley, Mt. Snow, Stratton, Magic Mountain which are roughly 40 - 60 minutes away. There are many area colleges including Bennington College, Southern Vermont College and Williams College. In town there is the Bennington Museum which is also the home to Grandma Moses Art Museum. The Robert Frost Museum is only 1 mile from the Guest Barn. The Clark Art Museum in Williamstown, and Mass Moca in North Adams is 30 minutes away. Saratoga Springs is only 40 miles away and Albany is only 50 minutes away where you will find many more museums and places of interest like the "Egg". Robert Todd Lincoln's home in Manchester is 30 minutes away along with many of the Manchester shopping outlets. Check out the Dorset Playhouse, Vermont Country Store, and Bennington Potters while on your trip. If you want to go back in time, visit Williams Store in Dorset for a great nostalgic experience. A trip to Lake George, NY a little over an hour away and worth a ride on the famed steamboat Minnie Ha-Ha. And don't forget to visit Bennington's 3 covered bridges.

Property manager

Eleanor Twardy

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

.Please notify me of the amount of guests that will be staying at the Farmhouse so I may prepare the rooms.

Please note there is an additional charge of $25 per person per night over the initial two guests.

There is an Amazon Fire Stick for your convenience. Please do not order movies or subscriptions on my account that cost money.

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

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bennington

Located in Bennington, this holiday home is in a rural area. Harmon Hill and Prospect Mountain Cross-Country Ski Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Bennington Potters Yard and Fiddlehead at Four Corners. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bennington, VT

What's nearby

Bennington Potters Yard - 5 min drive
Bennington College - 5 min drive
Hemmings Motor News Car Lover's Convenience Store & Vehicle Display - 6 min drive
Bennington Battle Monument - 7 min drive
Bennington Center for the Arts - 8 min drive

Getting around

Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪The Dutchman's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
‪Ramuntos Pizza - ‬6 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
‪Farm Road Brewing - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1920's Bennington Vermont Guest Barn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1920's Bennington Vermont Guest Barn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1920's Bennington Vermont Guest Barn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1920's Bennington Vermont Guest Barn located?

This family-friendly Bennington holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Robert Frost Stone House Museum and Bennington College. Howard Park and Park McCullough House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.0

Wonderful

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Arthur M.

12 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf outing

Gold course is great, incredible views, $85/man but worth it! The place was nice, the backyard bonfire pit is great! Maybe a couple more chairs would be nice. For the price its worth it if you're looking for an affordable weekend trip and plan on being outside the barn. Not a place to really settle in and cook so eat out should be a strong option if you plan to stay. Garbage cans are tiny and overflow happens quickly so pack light or sack your own trash. shower pressure is pretty low but you get clean if you need a shower. Beds are ok, linen is ok, utensils and cooking gear is a little lacking as well as a good toaster or pans to cook in. Overall, great comms with the owner, the place is affordable and relatively clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Cheryl Ann P.

21 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Barn Conversion

The conversion could be adorable if certain details were updated (lighting dim, ceiling and lamps throughout each room; pitch the loveseat, sagged to floor; and eliminate all the shabby chic knick-knacks). A positive vote for outstanding mattresses and shower. This could be a jewel if updated inside (less stuff in living space, kitchen) and the exterior entry, yard area needs some TLC. This is why the VRBO picture is strictly interior. Note, we arrived early just to drop off bags before exploring area. My phone had the wrong time & date (bad battery). We were met by a young lady who identified herself as the 'cleaner'. Her approach was unprofessional, accusatory. After the interaction (3 minutes tops), we left to enjoy Bennington. The owner contacted us in a few minutes to repeat the check-in policy time and question why I did not reply to her. Unsure if this VRBO is booked non-stop in the Fall, but the tone from owner and cleaner was unnecessary.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Heidi B.

12 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Property photos should be updated

Not like the photos shown on the listing. Our small group of 3 women over 50 were disappointed with the "guest barn". The photos shown on the VRBO listing must have been taken immediately after the barn renovation when everything was new. It might be easiest to list the OK and the NOT OK things we encountered. OK: beds were comfortable, bathroom had plenty of towels, coffee maker worked, plates/glasses/mugs/silverware were all in good quantity. NOT OK: musty and damp - would benefit from a dehumidifier instead of the air purifier that was running; lots of dead bugs on the bedroom window sills, spider webs and spiders in the bathroom at the base of the tub and in the small windows; overgrown with weeds around all sides of the house; patio and lawn furniture was dirty and deck paint peeling almost entirely away; too much leftover food/condiments in the refrigerator and cupboards; shower supplies seemed shared from many previous guests; no water cooler as shown in the photos and the water line to the refrigerator is not connected. When we were preparing to leave and collecting bed linens and towels, one friend showed me the stains on the pillowcase in her room and I found a dried bug of some sort under the sheet I had just removed. The hostess did stop by early in the stay to ask us to move a car and asked how we were doing. Overall not a great experience and probably ranks lowest on my 6 + years of VRBO experiences. We did take time to drive and explore the local towns of Bennington and Manchester. Shout out to the 421 Craft Bar and Kitchen in Bennington - fabulous staff and food!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Nicole D.

4 Jan 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Quaint but needs alot of updates and work

The overall smell of the place is dank and musty. This place is way over priced for what we got. We run our own rental and know what this should have been. 1- Info sharing- there were no instructions on how to use the TV, VCR, DVD player or the fireplace. Brief concise instructions would be helpful for many renters. The entertainment is a joke, should have live streaming, 20 shopping channels does not make entertainment. 2- No place to hang wet towels. The Barn sleeps 6, one towel bar in the bathroom. Perhaps double hooks on the back of bedroom doors would be helpful. 3- Not enough bathmats for the bathroom. There was one, we had to use towels all over the floor, the floor is VERY cold in the winter. 4- Cobwebs on the bathroom light fixtures, on the picture frames in the living room and on the legs of the nightstands in all the bedrooms. 5- Mouse droppings in a dresser drawer, under the sink and on the floor under fallen baseboard in front of kitchen sink. 6- No heat in the AM of our first night. They came and fixed it the same day. 7- Polyester sheets, not ideal cotton would be better. 8- Coffee maker dirty and very old, SAFETY HAZARD- does not have an automatic shut off. It was left on all day and night without us knowing. UPGRADE NEEDED 9- Smoke detectors not hooked up the batteries SAFETY HAZARD This means if there was a fire they would not go off. 10- Ceiling tile falling or bulging over the bed in one of the rooms. NEEDS FIXING 11- No stereo or radio 12- Light out in bathroom 13- Shower curtain is moldy NEEDS CHANGING. 14- Beds are comfortable and cozy (minus the poly sheets 😊) 15- Water pressure is good 16- Large Fridge and nice appliances in kitchen 17- Not one box of tissues in the rental- I had to buy my own, there should be a box in every room 18- Found a dead bug/beetle in a pot under the cabinet 19- Towels and washcloths stained and soiled, NEED REPLACING I have pictures to support the mouse droppings, the drooping ceiling tile and the bug in a pot. We were not impressed by this rental.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah D.

27 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vermont Leaf Peeps

Vermont is one of the most beautiful places I have visited. The 1920’s Bennington Vermont Guest Barn was in the perfect location. My sisters and I were able to visit all the sites and then relax in a cozy home away from home. Thank you, so very much!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

7 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy and cozy

Perfect place for a two night stay in Bennington. Clean and comfortable all around.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob S., ALLENTOWN

14 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable Yankee Barn VT Cottage

Excellent! This converted 3 bed 1 bath barn was perfect for our party of two adults and two grown children as a comfy home base to explore the Bennington-Manchester area and adventured in the Greem Mountain Wilderness of VT. The bedrooms are fairly large and the beds are clean and comfortable. The unit features a smallish eat-in kitchen with excellent appliances and shelves that are pre-stocked with useful items and some spices. The bathroom is clean, modern, with okay water pressure. We felt immediately at home here and enjoyed our fire pit every night. Summer swimming is quite convenient at Paran Lake (10 mins or less), Dorset Marble Quarry (26 mins), and Shaftbury Lake (15 mins). Bennington is charmimg and features shops, 2 plus breweries, and restaurants (things close SUPER early in Southern VT). Try Ramuntos for delicious Italian, great pizza (we're from NJ so we're Pizza Snobs!), and a great selection of beers on tap! For an upscale dining experience make a reservation at the Publick House. It is fantastic and just up the road from the Barn. Elinor & Mike are wonderful and do everything they can for your stay. The only thing wec didn’t adore about the Barn is the eyesore trailer-home that sits behind the property. You can't help but see it when enjoying the backyard and fire pit. But, all in all, a relatively minor detacting factor. If you consider the actual accommodation, the LOCATION, the cleanliness, the owners, etc., the Barn is a real find!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Jason E.

10 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great homebase for our time in Bennington

We enjoyed our stay st the guest barn; it's a great location if you're in the Bennington area to explore. We missed the turn for the house upon arrival, not realizing it shares a parking lot with the Baptist church. We appreciated the responsiveness of our hosts - when the coffee maker didn't turn on, it was replaced the same day. We were there at a rainy time and the space might have benefited from a dehumidifier.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

susan b.

1 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, well-equipped three full size bedrooms and full bath

Very well equipped, with confortable beds and just about everything one could need.

6/10 Okay

Stanley S.

16 July 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

good and bad

great location peaceful and quiet. only met the rev. and he was a very nice man willing to do anything to make our stay pleasant. good shower water pressure was fine. beds were comfortable. all appliances worked well. but there were a few drawbacks. bathroom not very senior friendly no bars to grab and no mat in tub. the only air conditioning in the house is in the rear bedroom. food left in the house has been there so long some of it is out of date. if you walked around in a pair of white socks when you took them off they were dirty so the rugs needed a good scrubbing. small minor improvements needed and if they were taken care of i would definitely go back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

2 Feb 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The house was very charming and quiet, exactly what I wanted.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Curtis D., Royalston USA

25 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place.

Great place to stay. Close to everything but in a quiet spot.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Steven R.

15 Mar 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean with very comfortable beds

Had a great time. Hostess was sweet and very responsive but the Bennington water pressure issue is a problem... especially if you’re in the shower, ,and soaped up... !!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

sarah k.

5 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Cottage

We rented this property from Dec 29-Jan 02. The location was perfect for access to our eldest son who resides in upstate NY, convenient to civilization, interstate access, while also allowing for the more remote feel we prefer. The surrounding area has multiple local diners and spots to stop for a bite. Would definitely recommend going to Blue Benns for breakfast, it was delicious and much more than we expected based on its appearance. During our stay we had our youngest daughter (17) and her friend that shared a room. This home is set up for the conveniences of home, to include a fully equipped eat in kitchen, living area, WiFi, 3 bedrooms, one bath, laundry area, and small deck with grill off of the master. The attention to detail is clear throughout this home. If I’m being honest, our only issue was the lack of water pressure. It wasn’t unbearable, just took some getting used to. Eleanor is precious and she and her husband were very accessible, at any time we needed anything. We will definitely be back to rent again, as we plan to move to VT and will be returning numerous times before we buy in VT.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

16 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wedding party

we rented the barn house to go along with the main house for a wedding we were attending. It worked out perfectly. My grandchildren we pleasantly surprised by the collection of movies and games. Clean and well stocked!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

10 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The property was very cozy and just like the pictures.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Leonardo A.

26 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Barn in Bennington

Needed a place to stay for one week with a kitchen in Bennington. Place has well stocked kitchen..lacks window light and visibility but great location on old highway 7A. One air-conditioner in bedroom was a life saver during unusual heat wave. Good deal for the price.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ed & Chris G., Hamden CT

6 May 2019

Welcome home

Warm and welcoming spot to return to, when Bennington beckons. My husband, son and I enjoyed revisiting places around town that hold fond memories, and then returning to such a cozy spot to reminisce. Everything was immaculate, the beds were extremely comfortable, and Eleanor was attentive and kind. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

21 Sept 2018

Great hospitality

All the comforts of home in a great location!!!! House was comfortable with ample space

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karl F.

16 Sept 2018

Vermont barn stay

A warm inviting space. Beds are super comfortable. Enjoyed grilling and eating outside. Excellent location to areas activities. Owners are super nice people. Recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

24 Aug 2018

We found the guest barn to be comfortable and very well located. We would stay again!

Comfortable and well located.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

16 Aug 2018

Perfect Getaway

We were very comfortable in the Guest Barn. It felt like being in a person's home - very comfortable and cozy. Also convenient to town, but private and tucked away, just perfect for getting away from it all.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Patricia C., West Milford

25 June 2018

Great Location!

We found the accommodations to be warm and welcoming, with lovely bedroom appointments. Eleanor paid great attention to detail and the made sure that everything one would need was available during your stay. Very well located for many southern Vermont activities.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Deb T.

23 June 2018

Everything you need!

Everything you need in clean-cute remodeled barn!!

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

16 Jan 2018

Beautiful and Cozy

We had a wonderful weekend at the Guest Barn. Despite the subzero temps outside, we stayed warm and cozy inside. It was easy to make ourselves at home with the full kitchen and comfortable living room. The bedrooms were large and there were quilts on every bed. The bathroom was clean and modern. Easy access to sights in Bennington. Highly recommend!

About the host

Hosted by Eleanor Twardy

Retired Registered Nurse loving living in Vermont and all it has to offer. Love the lifestyle of Vermont, the quaintness, the back country roads and all the people. Great place to grow up and enjoy life.

Why they chose this property

Very unique barn apartment lovingly renovated for comfort and the feel of home. Wonderful location to see many of the sites Vermont has to offer like covered bridges, museums, ski resorts, colleges, Vermont Country Store, Mass Moca, and much more only a short distance away. Come tour some of our back country roads for a great scenery of rock walls and old farm houses and some old school houses here and there. Maple syrup is our thriving business and visit some of the "sugar shacks". We even have some restaurants that charge for the "fake stuff" if you you don't want "real Maple Syrup". Love the lifestyle and love Vermont!

What makes this property unique

Great location and a unique setting with many of the comforts of your own home added for that personal touch. There is even a nice deck out back with a grill and a place to enjoy your meal along with a nice lawn area and fire pit.