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The 30' lap pool is right outside your door.

Our new private 6-person hot tub next to the private fire pit!

Our valley - the view from the top of Mann Hill road, right next door to us.

Entrance from mudroom is adjacent to eat-in kitchen.

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Amenities
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Location
Host

9.4

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Pool

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Pownal, VT

Williams College9 min drive
The Clark Art Institute13 min drive
Taconic Golf Club13 min drive
Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)58 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed our stay and especially loved the hot tub!

Melissa N.

Nov 16, 2023

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Alcove

1 King Bed

Bedroom Alternative

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

FARM-TO-TABLE eating, good hot tub soak, S'mores around fire pit, seasonal POOL!

We are pleased to once again offer our ever-popular home-away-from-home, fully-appointed, secluded guest apartment with full kitchen, laundry, and private entrance. Newly added: propane "wood" stove! Queen bedroom, king bed in large alcove off living room, and comfy (no kidding) double pull-out sofa in recently redecorated and enlarged LR. Fully stocked kitchen/DR combination with all appliances including dishwasher and microwave. Entrance is through a heated mudroom storage for skis, boots, and all manner of sports gear. Bathroom with double shower, washer and dryer. Large closets, cable TV, DVD, CD stereo. Fenced in brick courtyard for outdoor grilling / dining and just-added private fire pit around the corner next to the newly-installed deck for hot tub. Large yard, POOL in season. Second apartment available for additional guests.

Convenient to Williamstown, MA (6 miles) and to Bennington, VT (6 miles); both with scores of recreational, entertainment, culinary, and cultural venues. Many agri-tourism opportunities, farm-to-table dining, world class art galleries and cultural venues, superb hiking and river rafting and boating, top drawer theater festival, and regional theater, an authentic drive-in theater AND a destination diner.

Where else can you stay and choose to go to Saratoga Raceway one day, hear the Boston Symphony (or James Taylor) at Tanglewood the next, go white-water kayaking on the Battenkill after that, then see a Broadway touring company at Proctors one night and a first run production at the WTF the next, hike the AT the next day and maybe even the day after that (we have two access points), and then wrap it all up with a shopping spree at one of TWO premium outlet centers? There is so much to do here, if you spent the entire summer, you couldn't do it all.

Dog permitted under certain circumstances. Please request the Doggie Dos and Don'ts and tell us something about your pet!

Keywords: Ground Floor, barn, fire pit, One-of-a-Kind, Apartment, pool, hot tub

Property manager

Pat

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Property is not childproofed!

Events

No events allowed

See strict definition of "party" in house rules

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Dogs only contact owner for specifics

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No tobacco products or guns

Total quiet hours 11PM - 7AM, reasonable low level noise 9-11PM and 7-9AM

Only appropriate amounts of t-paper and NOTHING ELSE can be flushed down the toilet.

Guests may not move, remove or alter any item, system or appliance without owner's permission.

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: See strict definition of "party" in house rules

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pownal

Located in Pownal, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bennington Museum and 62 Center for Theater and Dance are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Fiddlehead at Four Corners and Bennington Potters Yard. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Pownal, VT

What's nearby

Williams College - 9 min drive
The Clark Art Institute - 13 min drive
Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute - 13 min drive
Taconic Golf Club - 13 min drive
Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art - 20 min drive

Getting around

Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Dutchman's Tavern - ‬11 min drive
‪Ramuntos Pizza - ‬10 min drive
‪Farm Road Brewing - ‬10 min drive
‪Apple Barn Country Bake Shop - ‬7 min drive
‪Madison Brewery Co. - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does FARM-TO-TABLE eating, good hot tub soak, S'mores around fire pit, seasonal POOL! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is FARM-TO-TABLE eating, good hot tub soak, S'mores around fire pit, seasonal POOL! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at FARM-TO-TABLE eating, good hot tub soak, S'mores around fire pit, seasonal POOL!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at FARM-TO-TABLE eating, good hot tub soak, S'mores around fire pit, seasonal POOL!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is FARM-TO-TABLE eating, good hot tub soak, S'mores around fire pit, seasonal POOL! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mountain Meadow Preserve, Hopkins Observatory and Williams College. Fiddlehead at Four Corners and Bennington Potters Yard are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Jane R.

9 June 2024

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

Rustic, Beautifully Appointed, Fun Space

We loved our time here. Great for kids as long as they're not too young (ours are 4 and 7). Surprisingly roomy, well appointed, and very well maintained.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy T.

4 June 2024

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Great place to stay

We got off to a rough start with what seemed to be a communication error between owner and manager, but the rest indoor stay was very nice. The unit wasn’t property prepared (not very clean) and despite really trying to be proactive on my end to avoid check-in issues we ended up arriving at 4 with no code to get in and no one to greet us. I called the owner and she took care of it, contacting the manager. Unfortunately, I was traveling with my 79 year old mother who had just endured 2 days of travel to get to her granddaughter’s graduation and it was hard in her. On a happier note, the property is great! I think it was just a communication error and that it was a rare occurrence.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Carlson S.

12 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Designed with host in mind

Pictures don’t really show it is right next to the highway. Or that you may be enjoying time in the living room when there are suddenly people able to see into your private area. Check in was a headache with additional fees buried in pages of paperwork and conditions. We felt rushed to get there on their timeline. To the user it feels like you’re requiring us to do a research project to lay our head down for two nights. And the fees felt like an upcharge sprung upon us. Fees should be built into the price structure so the price on the website is the price you pay. Forms should be requested through the app at time of check out. Guests should have one point of contact, not several who want different things. Overall we felt deeply annoyed and like we were walking on eggshell. The atmosphere was very uptight, there were all kinds of signs about what you must and must not do, but no signs saying “this is it”, “this way to hot tub,” and even though they advertise a heated pool, it was not open. I see the host’s responses to others regarding privacy but from the listing I too thought we were renting a small home off the beaten path. It’s the basement of a closed art gallery with another apartment above it and people in and out.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

16 Nov 2023

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

Perfect getaway

We really enjoyed our stay and especially loved the hot tub!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

16 Oct 2023

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

Good place for a weekend getaway

Property was clean and everything was as listed. Good value for the $ compared to other nearby places. We never received the information from the property owner re: code to get in, but when I called, she was very responsive and got the onsite manager there within minutes. Great location for activities in nearby Bennington, VT, as well as Williamstown and N. Adams, Mass.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B., Kent, Ohio

20 Aug 2023

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

Lovely property

We loved staying here! The place was spotless, comfortable and well stocked. There was a small issue with the lockbox when we arrived, but after a quick phone call Sandy arrived and all was well. The location is great - we visited both the Clark and MassMoca while we were there. Of course, it was wonderful to have the hot tub. The pool looked inviting, but the weather was too cold and damp for us to take advantage of it. Would happily stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

14 Aug 2023

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

Lovely location. A lovely home, a lovely setting, no real Gem of a place.

We we're close to Bennington and to Williamstown. We loved getting in the hot tub for 15 to 20 minutes each night.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

30 July 2023

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

Great stay

The place was perfect for us. There were 3 beds all clean. The pool and hot tub were great. It’s kind of in the middle of nowhere but things aren’t a that far of a drive from there. I will definitely keep this place in mind for future.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

25 July 2023

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

Great stay in Pownal

This is a great stay in Pownal and exactly as described. Rustic and unique - i would stay here again if I come back to the area. The hot tub is well cared for and the kitchen is stocked. Thanks !

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Sue O.

25 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Pleasant stay

Nice outdoor sitting area. Lovely pool. Rooms are a bit dark. Not enough windows to open. Traffic sounds at certain times of the day pretty bad but quiet later 11 or so.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James E.

18 July 2023

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

This is going to be a bit of a weird review. We were supposed to stay here but the catastrophic VT rains left some dampness in part of the space so the owner upgraded us to the unexpectedly empty upstairs barn apartment. So first let me tell you what is the same: Hot tub and pool, delightful. Fire pit and huge lawn, wonderful. Easy access, right of the road and near great places in MA and VT but you could just hang out here and escape it all. The road is close but still very private. Owner is super nice and communicative and Sandy the manager is just fantastic. And if the downstairs is anything like the upstairs, just know that the pictures are exactly what you get so I would trust the downstairs is as perfect as the upstairs. If you are bringing pets, they were so nice and accommodating. The rules are crystal clear and they even laid out sheets so our dogs could sit on one of the sofas with us! We'd absolutely come again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M., Delaware

20 June 2023

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

Vermont Getaway

My husband and I enjoyed this property and location for a 3 day trip to Vermont. We were roughly 10 minutes from downtown Bennington, where we enjoyed numerous local restaurants. After a day of exploring and hiking in the area, the hot tub was a perfect way to relax and end our day. Everyone we met was so friendly, and we hope to return to Vermont in the future!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F., Providence

30 May 2023

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

Perfect getaway!

Got this place to have a nice relaxing weekend and it was perfect. The hot tub was perfect and even though it is next to a busy road we heard nothing. Our 4legged boy was happy here too, we're definitely coming back!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan F.

2 May 2023

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

Disc Golf Weekend with Friends

Came down from Montpelier for a weekend disc golf tournement with friends. It was a great location with privacy. Clean unit with a clean hot tub. Nice grill for grilling. Had all the amenities you would look for at home. Was like home away from home. Would definitely stay there again! Thank you for an amazing weekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

26 Apr 2023

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

Early April Getaway

Me and my SO stayed during early April to celebrate our anniversary, and had a wonderful time here! The owners are very responsive and kind. 10 minutes from Bennington and Williamstown, and a convenience store was just down the street. Nice views of the sunset, plus neighboring houses that were visible, but not within earshot! Made us feel very cozy without being too far from civilization. The hot tub was clean and refreshing, but not easily accessed barefoot, so make sure you have flip flops! Inside, we had everything we needed to make small breakfast and dinner meals. The master bedroom is integrated into the living room area, which both looked nice and was convenient for just the 2 of us. The second bedroom has its own heating unit which is a nice bonus since the main heat is in the living room. Lots of delicate knick-knacks so I would be careful bringing children that like to be rowdy. Overall we had an awesome experience seeing the mountains and enjoying a soak in the hot tub after hiking local trails! Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

26 Mar 2023

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

Oh so Nice, we did it Twice

This was our second stay at this location and each time is a great experience. We love brining our pets and just enjoying some down time. The hot tub alone is worth the price of admission. I’m sure we will be back again

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

27 Feb 2023

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

Weekend Ski Trip

We arrived at the property Friday afternoon and we were greeted by the property Manager who let us in and showed us the place. The property was accurately described online and had pictures of the accommodations. We prepared meals here and the kitchen was outfitted with all the necessary utensils. We skied at Mt Snow which was about 45 minutes away. We then returned and prepared and ate dinner then enjoyed the comfortable accommodations and Hot Tub. We left on Sunday after making a full breakfast and cleaning up. It was a nice place to stay !

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

13 Feb 2023

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

Kudos!

My husband and I loved the quaint apartment. It looked just like pictures online but it was even cozier than I expected. We loved the hot tub under the stars and appreciated the hosts dinner recommendation. We will be back ❤️

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

delphine g.

1 Dec 2022

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

perfect WE getaway

great apartment for getaway week-end. loved the jacuzzi after long day of hiking. we had a great time with my partner. Thanks !

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

16 Nov 2022

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

Great little place for the price

Came here for a weekend getaway from NYC with my girlfriend and our dog to be in nature and visit Mass MoCA. Was definitely a plus being able to bring our pooch and having plenty of yard space for him to roam. Sandy was very communicative leading up to our check-in and met us at the rental to show us inside and point out everything. We didn't cook at all but it was nice to have a Keurig for some easy coffee in the morning. The hot tub was also great to have and a huge perk to this rental. We were able to sufficiently heat the unit with the electric potbelly stove, and it was very easy to operate using the thermostat. The lighting in the pictures was a bit deceiving, although it was pretty cloudy most of the weekend, it did feel like the unit didn't get much natural light at all. The WiFi was also a bit finicky for us but Sandy was helpful in informing us how to reset the router. Overall, we would definitely stay here again for a weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K., Towson, Maryland

17 Oct 2022

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

Spacious and well-equipped apartment

Comfortable, spacious apartment well-located between Bennington and Williamstown. Easy access to hiking , art galleries, restaurants and other destinations in southern VT/northwest MA.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

7 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect for attending the Freshgrass music festival

Nice yard for the kids to play in.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

12 Aug 2022

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

Relaxing location near a variety of activities

The location was exactly as advertised. We took advantage of the hot tub as well as the pool - very nice after hiking several of the days we stayed here. Within a 10-15 minute drive of great towns to wander around (Bennington, Williamstown, N. Adams. We took advantage of many hiking trails and mountains in the area, while also going to Mass MoCA for a day. There were guests in the upstairs unit but we hardly heard them, other than a few footsteps here and there. And there was plenty of room in the pool area for everyone. Would definitely stay here if we are in the area again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

6 Aug 2022

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

Pet Friendly Get Away

We had a very nice stay while in the Garden Room in Pownal, VT. The pool and hot tub were enjoyed and appreciated considering the heat of the summer. There was plenty of room for the pets to run around outside and they enjoyed the time around the pool even though they couldn’t get in. Sandy was great help

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sareeka R.

1 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property, great views

We had a few issues checking in but we attribute it to communication delays through the app and the property manager was very attentive once she was knew we had arrived. The place was very clean and very well-managed and I loved the decor. We do suggest you go in groups of more than two because the place has two good-sized bedrooms and I did miss getting to share the amenities (hot tub, pool, smores) with family and friends . It is perfect for going on a vacation with a small group (3-4). Or get both units and go with a larger group.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Pat

What can I say? We are creatives who love the beauty and serenity of this place. We spent our adult lives in Fairfield County CT with a 8-year sabbatical in Vermont, and looked for a location that would not only fulfill our space requirements but meet our emotional needs as well. We share our environment with Molly McDuff a happy. over-enthusiastic hound/herder/wolf mix! We've always loved one-of-a-kind places, and this definitely fits the bill. We no longer live full-time in Vermont but you will occasionally find we welcome you in person.

Why they chose this property

Well, this is more than a vacation rental; it's an entire lifestyle. Pownal Valley is probably one of the most beautiful in all of Vermont. Rolling limestone mountains might not make for double black diamond ski runs but they do make for fabulous vistas. Our views are without challenge anywhere throughout New England. Our complex is convenient to Route 7 but our guests ALL say the property feels totally private and peaceful.

We moved here full-time in January of 2007. In a portion of our barn complex we operated a commercial photo studio and a craft gallery and later added a homemade ice cream service. Personal events caused us to move back to Connecticut where we can be helpful to our family and pursue some other interests, although we are the fill-in workers in a state that often experiences labor shortages. In the meantime, you can continue to enjoy our beautiful Vermont property.

What makes this property unique

This is all about peace and relaxation; and not a partying place by any stretch. For our rental guests: Fenced in courtyard for grilling and dining. Fire pit for ghost stories and s'mores. a private hot tub for soaking those aching bones. Full-length lap pool for a leisurely swim or a good workout. AND a large flat, safe yard for kids and dogs to play!

Oh, did I mention there are about a million things to do around here?