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Cottage with a View Nestled in the Battenkill Valley

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Property grounds
Spectacular sunsets and night sky viewed from private deck or outdoor hot tub.
View from Cottage of pasture and river and Taconic Mountain range.
Newly renovated and tastefully appointed lodge type cottage
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 288.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Arlington, VT
  • Green Mountain National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sugar Shack
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Mount Equinox
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage with a View Nestled in the Battenkill Valley

This recently updated guest house features all the comforts of home like: a well appointed kitchen, gas fireplace, radiant heat tile in the bath, hot tub, wifi, washer and dryer and abundant closet space. Walk, play golf or tennis at the park just across the street or hike/bike mountain trails on the 7 mile low traffic River Road access. During summer and fall, fish, canoe or tube the famed Battenkill River just 300 yards from the back deck. This Arlington location opens-up all that southern Vermont has to offer just 11 miles to Manchester Village and less that 25 minutes to Bromley and Stratton Mountains.

The cottage has a private fenced entrance, access to gas grill, hot tub and a back deck for evening dinning or just drinks as the sun sets over the Taconic Mountain range.

Property manager

John and Anne
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Arlington

Located in Arlington, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Saint James Cemetery and Arlington Green Covered Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Golf Club at Equinox and Stratton Mountain Resort. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Arlington, VT

What's nearby

  • Green Mountain National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sugar Shack - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mount Equinox - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Golf Club at Equinox - 13 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Hildene - 15 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugar Shack - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Arlington Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arlington Dairy Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chauncey's Family Dining - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wilcox Ice Cream - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage with a View Nestled in the Battenkill Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage with a View Nestled in the Battenkill Valley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage with a View Nestled in the Battenkill Valley?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage with a View Nestled in the Battenkill Valley located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps away from Green Mountain National Forest and Saint James Cemetery. Battenkill River and Norman Rockwell Exhibition are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald O.

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

Fabulous cottage!

We were super pleased with our stay in the cottage on the Battenkill. The property was spacious, well maintained, and clean with a great view of the valley. John was a great host and was always available to answer our question. The hot tub was an added benefit. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Wonderful!!

Perfect location! We enjoyed our stay!! Hosts are top notch!! No complaints at all!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will G.

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

Hidden Gem in Southern Vermont

In a word, the Trout House is special. My girlfriend and I had an absolutely wonderful time staying here for a long weekend. The cottage is as advertised, and John and Anne are warm and welcoming hosts. If you are looking for a stay that embodies that quaint Vermont charm, look no further.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn N.

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

Lovely cottage in Southern Vermont

We stayed at the cottage for 4 nights and we had a wonderful time. John, the owner, was gracious and hospitable. The cottage is just as pictured on the website. We felt at home as soon as we entered, and were delighted to find local treats in the fridge, along with some amazing coffee. There is so much to see and do in the Manchester area; bikiing, hiking, museums.... and we had a wonderful time at the Dead of Summer Music Festival. We very much recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

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

Comfort and Charm

This property is a comfortable oasis in a beautiful location. It has great views and a great walkable in town location. The cottage has everything you need for a weekend getaway or extended stay. I was here for a family wedding nearby and this place was perfect. I especially appreciated the thoughtfulness of the host in providing an enticing sample of local goodies. The hot tub was a welcome bonus. I would very much enjoy staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine r.

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

Arlington Gem

This place is really a gem. Private setting with full deck, view, hot tub, grill. The interior was beautiful with a large fully stocked kitchen and laundry was a bonus after traveling for a week on motorcycles! The extra local and Vermont products for us to sample was above and beyond and much much appreciated! The coffee pot was not working and the owners replaced it with a new one immediately. We definitely will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon T.

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

Arlington Cottage

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our 5 day stay at John and Anne’s cottage. We received a warm welcome from John who was readily available should we have any questions. The cottage was extremely comfortable and we loved having the wide expanse of all the windows, both upstairs and down! The location was perfect and the view from the back deck stunning. Thank you for sharing your home with us! Pam and Gord
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph B.

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

Super! Well - adorned and very comfortable

This is a very nice carriage house in which to stay. It is well-built and adorned as if one could live there full time with very functional full kitchen. John and Anne are wonderful hosts, leaving us plenty of edible treats!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Very nice cottage

John, the host, was great; he met us and explained everything. The hot tub was wonderful after a long day. Peaceful and quiet place in the country. Easy driving to Manchester and Benningtion.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

Awesome overall!

My girlfriend and I were looking to get away for a long weekend to just relax and this place was perfect for that. The house is spacious, completely charming and very clean. The fireplace really makes it cozy and the hot tub was wonderful with a great view of the mountains, especially at night when you could see all the stars. The beds were incredibly comfortable, and that was a concern of mine before hand. It is not far from Manchester, which has a lot of restaurants and shopping. The host was great with the communication and all the local goodies that they provided were so thoughtful, delicious and totally unexpected. We would come back and stay here again in a heartbeat, would highly recommend this place. Steve and Karen
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Peaceful

We enjoyed our stay at the Trout House. It was clean, comfortable and oh so peaceful. The furniture was super comfortable. The view from the deck was fabulous. Proximity to both Bennington and Manchester was great. We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Relaxing Long Weekend

We enjoyed a relaxing long weekend at John and Anne's cottage. The view of the mountains and Battenkill from the deck and hot tub is beautiful, and the cottage itself is cozy and tastefully decorated with a modern bathroom and kitchen. It is clear a lot of love and work was put into it! It was a great base for exploring Manchester and hiking in the Green Mountains. John and Anne were accommodating, welcoming, and available for questions/recommendations. We highly recommend staying at The Trout House and hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Scenic, tranquil retreat in quintessential New England

We thoroughly enjoyed the New England experience of the area. The beauty of the view from the cottage and deck is wonderful and the proximity to the Battenkill River is great. The cottage is rustic, but lovely, with a wonderful, modern kitchen and bath. The area is steeped in history as well as beauty. We loved our time in the Arlington, Bennington, Manchester area and are looking forward to returning.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

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

Vermont getaway

Great place to stay while we navigated the many challenging hiking trails within the area. Our host John was more than helpful to direct us and suggest places to hike and places to eat. The view from the deck was beautiful and sunsets awesome. All the the little treats left for us were more than welcomed. The place was great for a week getaway, clean and welcoming. A special thank you to John for checking to make sure we had no issues and everything was good! Definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

The Trout House

Our stay in this lovely rental was everything we hoped for. The location was perfect, with the mountains in view from the back windows and deck, and cows grazing and mooing in the field. We were close to the Battenkill River, the Norman Rockwell house, several covered bridges, a country store, and The Sugar Shack, which carries all the maple syrup and goodies one could hope for. We were also within easy driving distance of both Manchester and Bennington, where we explored the American Museum of Fly Fishing, Northshire Books (the oldest Indie bookshop in the country), and the Walloomsac River. Our hosts were available for any questions and suggestions with an easy text to their phones. They were very helpful! The accommodations were beautifully furnished. There was a hot tub and grill, an outdoor table with umbrella, and chairs for relaxing both on the deck and under a covered arbor. We felt completely comfortable. The hosts even left an assortment of local goodies (fresh eggs and cider donuts, local ice cream, Vermont cheese, and locally made hard candy), along with the source so we could purchase more if interested. A notebook provided all we needed to know about the rental, area interests and activities, and their favorite shops and restaurants. Our stay was wonderful and we would highly recommend this rental to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

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

5 stars, for sure!

At least one other reviewer noted that this place is better than the photos and I agree! It us much lighter and brighter inside than the photos made me think it would be. This rental has everything you need - and more- to enjoy your time here! Everything is high quality, as well. Nice pots and pans, beautiful countertops, plenty of plates, etc., make this kitchen nicer than mine at home! A heated floor in the bathroom, roomy shower, nice towels, good water pressure, etc. make the bathroom nicer than mine at home! ;) Everything was in working order. The hosts left us treats in the kitchen, too! Should we come back to the area again, we would stay here without hesitation! I booked this partly because everyone that reviewed it gave it 5 stars and I am happy to say the trend continues with my review!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Great location for southern Vermont

We had a great stay. Tons of hiking, fishing close by. Great property- back deck view is amazing and the owner John was so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derril L.

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

Refreshing stay in southern Vermont

Loved spending a weekend away here. Started the day on the deck watching the cows enjoy breakfast while I did the same. Then we explored the area before coming back and enjoying the hot tub and watching the clouds roll in to usher in dusk. Would highly recommend this property. Private, quiet, and very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario M., Alpha

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

Long weekend getaway

The property was roomier than the pics portrayed. Kitchen and bathroom were great. Living area with fireplace was spacious and comfy. Bedroom was large with two beds. Outside deck and hot tub were perfect for days end. Location to Manchester was a short 10 minute drive. Stratton ski resort was less than an hour drive and has a cool little village at base of mountain. Check in and out process was seem less. Owner had all info about property and places to go in handbook. Would definitely recommend a stay at the Trout house. Thank you for opening your property to us
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M., Lake Placid, USA

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

Vermont Cottage in July

This quaint cottage held mountain views that were beyond spectacular. We loved sipping coffee in the morning, watching the cows interact with each other in the valley. Fiery sunsets were amazing behind a mountainous backdrop. Watching thunderstorms roll in was awesome too. There was a nearby local park where we enjoyed hiking. In July that same park featured a firemen’s festival with all kinds of vendors. One night in mid-July, we watched a fireworks show from the back porch of the cottage. Vermont was having record heat, so we were thankful for window A/C’s. The owners were very attentive. They took care of any concerns right away. They thought of everything, even stocking the fridge with Vermont treats. I enjoyed baking & cooking on the gas stove too. A local General Store was great for farm fresh items & local homemade goodies. It was a peaceful retreat with a nice selection of books for us to read. There was even an area wide enough to practice yoga. The month flew by quickly. I loved the antique furnishings and country touches too. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. If you do go in the summertime, when the sun seems to never set, remember to bring some eye coverings for better sleep.
Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

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

Relaxing summer getaway in Vermont

My spouse and I enjoyed our time at this property very much. The view is fantastic, the hot tub is so soothing, and the property owners are very kind and welcoming. Everything is as advertised--the property even exceeded our expectations. Vermont is such a beautiful state--we are sad to say goodbye (for now). We would return to this lovely little home in a heartbeat.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Great cozy, private apartment!

We stayed for a long weekend in June and throughly enjoyed it. The outdoor hot tub was great for relaxing and agar gazing on a cool evening. We also enjoyed having the grill to cook on and the kitchen has everything you need. The large deck overlooking the pasture along the river was very nice. It was great hearing all the songbirds; especially through the open windows in the morning. We definitely want to return and take John up on his offer to take us fishing on the Battenkill River. He operates a guide service. We are already looking forward to the next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

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

Great Stay!

My wife and I had a great stay in the guest house! Its perfect for a getaway with great view, and a short drive to Manchester, VT. The hot tub and fireplace really make this a great place, that stands out. The host, John is very responsive and helpful. Overall we had a fantastic time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

wonderful Vermont experience

We were very pleased with the care that was given to the cottage house as well as the surrounding property. What a great place to relax and unwind! everything you need and then some was at your fingertips. Our host, John, was very accommodating when there was anything we needed or questions asked. Loved everything about this little slice of heaven!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by John and Anne

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John and Anne raised their kids in Arlington and have been active members of the community since 2000. They are outdoors oriented and know the area well especially the parks, rivers and streams and are happy to share their knowledge and love of this beautiful Vermont hamlet.

Why they chose this property

We discovered this special valley tucked-in between the Green and Tacomic mountain ranges while venturing out from Boston to chase trout in the mid - 90s. We just fell in love with the river, valley, history and peacefulness of this place and decided to make it our home.

What makes this property unique

Norman Rockwell, Robert Frost and many other composers, Hollywood producers, etc. have gravitated to this special place over the years. We think, like us, you will love your time here.

The property is on the national register of historic places and was built in 1861. While in a historic village, the guest house provides tremendous privacy and overlooks a horse pasture, the Battenkill river and Taconic mountain range. It's really the best of both worlds.

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