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Your vacation spot in the beautiful NE Kingdom of VT. Great Views, Private Pond.

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Welcome! You'll feel nestled in the woods, with amazing mt views from the deck.
1/2 acre spring-fed pond - great for swimming and just lounging next to.
Newly built firepit, with view of the sunset and mountains.
The color of the local valleys and hills are incredible in the fall.
Views like this are an short walk or drive.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Greensboro, VT
  • Caspian Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Hill Farmstead Brewery
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Lake Willoughby
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Lyndonville, VT (LLX-Caledonia County)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

1st Floor Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2nd Floor Rear Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Ground Floor King

1 King Bed

Ground Floor Singles

3 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

1st Floor Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ground Floor Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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.

Property manager

Rob GIlpin

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
We are allergic to cats, dogs, so is strict rule.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Greensboro

Located in Greensboro, this holiday home is in a rural area. Barr Hill Natural Area and Crystal Lake State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Willey's Store and Quechee Gorge Mini Golf. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Greensboro, VT

What's nearby

  • Shadow Lake - 13 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Caspian Lake - 20 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Hill Farmstead Brewery - 25 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Crystal Lake - 29 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Lake Willoughby - 44 min drive - 29.9 km

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, John Woodruff Simpson Memorial Library and Lake Parker. Hill Farmstead Brewery and Caspian Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Place to Base XC Ski Trip From
Plenty of space for our group of 6. The kitchen/dining area is nicely laid out. The living room and deck are nice to relax in. Great sunsets from the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Fall Getaway
The house was a perfect Fall getaway. Very private and secluded surrounded by the beautiful Fall foliage. The check-in process was smooth and communication was never an issue. We will be back next Fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eunice A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
My family and I had a great time, the place is so quiet and the views are amazing, thanks for letting us staying in the house
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Private, quiet house with beautiful view.
Comfortable house with well-outfitted kitchen and plenty of room for ten family members to be together yet have privacy when needed. Plenty of games for the kids and the pond, while more of a trek than we realized, was a huge hit with everyone, with a very magical vibe. Ample bedrooms, but I will mention that if anyone in your party is hyper-sensitive to typical basement odors, they would have a hard time staying in the two ground floor bedrooms. Otherwise, we had a great vacation at the Gilpins house - thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sibling week
We were very happy with everything
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARTY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what the Dr Ordered!
Had the perfect family vacation , secluded location very quiet and relaxing ! Mom and Dad had easy drive in from Montreal , no complaints would def stay again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nuria T.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Place review
The locale was great. Isolated and private. Local swim place. The house smelled moldy and pond was no swimmable. It had leashes and other animals. I would suggest the lake 10 minutes away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views from a Beautiful House
We had seven adults here to cross country ski for three days. This group has done a three day trip for over 30 years. We skied one day at Craftsbury, and one day at Jay Peak XC. We loved how well equipped this house was compared to most other rentals we have had. PLENTY of room for the seven of us. The living room was a very nice room to gather in and hang out after skiing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Base for a great ski trip to Craftsbury
We enjoyed a terrific stay here in Greensboro. The property was lovely, and the kitchen had everything we needed (and much exceeded standards for a VRBO!) Incredible views at sunset over the mountains, and quiet. As a ski trip we especially loved the central stove and warm feel of the house. I recommend that one takes the roads seriously in the winter! We had a few cars which were not entirely up to the task of the snowy dirt roads (we were, all of us, city folk w/o snow tires). Plows came by every morning but those roads and hills deserve some respect. Would definitely recommend for exploring this beautiful corner of Vermont in any season.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice View
The view was amazing. Nice house with a lot of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Craftsbury BKL Winter Festival
Nice weekend in Greensboro at the house. Plenty of space for 5 of us to spread out. Wonderful shelves of literature for any age to grab and read in many rooms. Comfortable beds and well labeled home. 20 minutes to Craftsbury Outdoor Center for some of the best Nordic skiing in Vermont. In winter, recommend you have a reliable all wheel drive vehicle to navigate road and driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great late winter stay
I celebrated my 30th birthday with a long weekend at the Gilpin house with friends and family. We had a blast. The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay. An hour from Jay Peak made for a couple excellent ski days. And XC and hiking trails from the property were beautiful and more than we had hoped for. We enjoyed dinner in Craftsbury, cheese from Jasper Hill, and beer from Hill Farmstead. Be prepared for remoteness and no service in the surrounding area (makes it easy to unplug!) Wifi at the property worked well for us. Rob was easy to communicate with. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first experience in Vermont
My family, friends and I celebrated New Years in this home. Overall we are pleased with our vacation spent in this home even though there was snow out the window, it was warm and cozy inside. Here you will find everything you need for a comfortable time. From utensils to bed sheets, blankets, and towels. The owner of the house kept in touch with us and answered any questions. We want to thank the people who did the cleaning in the home, and recommended some places to visit located nearby. 30 minutes from the house we enjoyed amazing pizza and live tasting beer. Also 50 minutes away, we tried skiing for the first time at a skiing centre. It would be amazing to return here summer time and fall time, also, because this is a beautiful state Vermont…
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable Setting!
The beautiful surroundings entirely made our stay! There are deer trails through the forest for daily walks as well as a quiet country road. The view from the deck is lovely - not another home in sight! We enjoyed a crackling fire in the fireplace on one cold foggy day which I’ll always remember. The interior does leave a bit to be desired/upgraded as far as decor goes, but the beds were comfortable and we found everything we needed in the kitchen. We loved our stay~
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oasis above the forest
Very cozy and homey house. Almost like a fairy tale driving among the trees on a twisty country road to arrive at a house on a hill looking out over a sea of green forest (before foliage) and mountains in the distance. The owner, Mr. Gilpin was more than gracious to us, having to continue to change our booking dates due to COVID-19 in the past year. The house itself is warm and inviting with a wide deck to watch the sun go down, comedy couches and a large dining room for family meals. The downstairs is delightfully cool and has a wonderful almost earthen smell that takes me back to my grandparents houses and my own home in the northeast kingdom growing up. The only suggestions I have would be shades on living room windows to keep sun out in the hottest part of the day, maybe more fans, and a screen on the sliding door out to the deck. My husband wanted to leave a contribution to thank Mr. Gilpin and purchased a 24 inch flat screen TV in the upstairs bedroom on the desk. It is compatible to play station 4 or other gaming systems and will thrill any teens. Thank you again for such a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Carlen F., Montpelier

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Home
Great for families with kids. Lots of room to spread out. Toys and games for all ages. Close to biking trails, beautiful lakes for swimming and kayaking.. and of course near the famous Bread and Puppet Theater, the Museum of Everyday Things and the Highland Center for the Arts.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Views of the Mountains
Beautiful house, with great views to the Mountains, and a big house. Great for vacationing and comfortable for all ages. Really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark T., Ravenna. Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful!
Met every need, we were there only for a short time while working on our nearby home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lyla F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway
A beautiful and private spot. House is much bigger in person than in the pictures. Lots of lady bugs for lots of good luck!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo F., Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in secluded area
We had a great time in the Gilpins’ house. Unfortunate it was too short, because the house is very comfortable with great views and the area is beautiful. We look forward to returning in the near future
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely well-furnished spot in great location
This is a spacious and comfortable home that is well-stocked. The location is great in fall, and there are a number of fun and interesting activities nearby (Bread and Puppet in the summer is a must!).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

4/10 Poor

Marybeth C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Misrepresented
Pros- good size deck - property is secluded Cons- property description is not accurate. Makes me also question validity of a few reviews. Initially had a party of 11 to celebrate our 60th birthdays. Due to the pandemic it ended up only being a party at six due to the travel restrictions. Went downstairs to check out the bedrooms only to find it to be so musty we couldn’t sleep down there. Back upstairs to realize the oven door wouldn’t open and the bedroom on this floor smelled. Come to find out that bedroom is right next to the garage which had a lot of garbage in it. Further upstairs to check out the other beds to find it appeared the pull out sofa was broken or at the least looked broken. There were no instructions on how to run the TV. The furniture in the TV room was quite dated. The pond entrance was not marked. We walked a half mile down the road looking for the pond and found a path on the way back to the house. It’s quite a distance from the house - approx 1/4 mile. The dock is half underwater. The pond is murky and has leeches in it. Certainly not something we were going to swim in; although the homeowner assured me he and his family swim in it. He also assured me his son and his friends left the property the day we arrived - there was no complaint about the musty smell -he thought possibly my friends and I are sensitive.. We were so sensitive, we left a day early. Still had a good time because we’re good friends - it wouldn’t matter where we stayed. Shameful representation.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Escape
The house and property were great. The house is clean and well stocked. There is plenty of space in the house. The property allows for a number of things: hiking, swimming in the pond, building a fire in the firepit, and sitting on the deck looking out at the mountains (and sunset!). It was a quiet and at the end of a road, so I don't think I saw anyone the whole time. It is worth the short drive to both go and hike the Willoughby Mountain trail and grab pizza and drinks at Parker Pie.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Away From It All
Three families had a great long weekend at the house. Visited Hill Farmstead, skied Jay and Burke, and got in some snowshoeing and cross country skiing. We enjoyed the privacy and the remote location. Host was very nice to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

FRANCOIS P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Good calm place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

About the host

Hosted by Rob GIlpin

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Our family built the house in the mid 1980s.

Why they chose this property

Our family built this house in 1985, and doubled its size in 1991, to be a vacation home, and a retirement home for our parents.

What makes this property unique

The house has all the comforts of a full time home, a fantastic view, and just enough seclusion to be very private, but with still in proximity to town and places of interest.

Languages:

English