The Upper Valley Retreat

The Emmy Winning show “Staycation” thinks we are one of The Top Airbnbs in VT! Guests always say “Pictures Don’t Do It Justice!” A GIGANTIC 20 ACRE ESTATE & Apple Orchard that sleeps 36+! Super Comfy Beds! 20min from Dartmouth college and DHMC! Majestic rolling lawns nestled along Brushwood Forest. This Massive property will allow you to enjoy breathtaking sunsets or latenight stargazing. Everything you will need for an unforgettable retreat, including a pooltable, pingpong table, grill&pit! The space The MAIN LEVEL You will come into the main living room, stylishly decorated with a contemporary sectional sofa and accent chair. Enjoy the large ROKU TV or read a book in the light offered by the large picture window. A warm and inviting cherry wood bar with seating for 6 runs along the opposite wall. Between the living room and kitchen there is a half bathroom with a granite vanity. Next to the bathroom is a laundry room equipped with a modern and efficient washing machine and dryer. The main level can sleep up to 9 guests in the two bedrooms just off the kitchen. Bedroom 1 has 3 queen size beds and 1 twin size bed and Bedroom 2, a smaller library style bedroom, adjacent to it has 1 queen size bed. At the heart of this house stand a beautiful and inviting open format kitchen with custom cherry wood cabinetry, granite counter tops, and cherry wood flooring. The kitchen is fully equipped with a sub-zero refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, food processor, blender, range oven, as well as an extra stove top burner on the kitchen island. DINING ARRANGEMENTS Enjoy your meals at the table with seating for 10 right in the kitchen, at the counter with the 4 bar seats or move over to the separate dining room with a table and seats for up to 10. Outside is 6 picnic tables and a small dining table. The living room has bar seating as well for overflow dining. UPSTAIRS There are 4 bedrooms that can sleep up to 15 guests. The upstairs is given a unique rustic quality throughout with custom wide barn pine wood flooring, hand cut and hand nailed. Bedroom 3 has 2 Queen size beds and 1 twin size bed. It also has a full bathroom with a luxurious massive shower and two sinks. Bedroom 7 has 2 twin size beds. Bedroom 5 has two Queen size beds. Bedroom 6 has 2 Queen size beds and 1 twin. A bathroom with 2 sinks and a shower/tub is in the hall between Bedrooms between 4 and 5. The MASSIVE BASEMENT The basement consists of three bedrooms. The main area with the pool table bedroom has a queen bed and a single twin bed. Then the bedroom next to it has two queen beds. When you stay in this bedroom, you will have to go into the staircase that’s in the other bedroom. Lastly, the bedroom with the TV and the couch has a queen bed. The basement can sleep nine altogether between the three bedrooms. MASSIVE MUDROOM Has keyless entry to the house and plenty of room for gear and storage. Also, a couch, 2 tables with chairs, a futon, a Pro Ping Pong Table, paddles, and ping pong balls. OUTSIDE Behind the house are untouched state conservation forests. The gardens are well maintained and the back deck is equipped with a propane BBQ grill. The jaw dropping 20-acre property is lined with aged apple trees that yield apples in the fall and gorgeous blossoms in the spring. It’s the Perfect property for stargazing With Jaw Dropping Sunsets, Nature and Wildlife! Rivendell Trail Hiking is just next to the property if you are looking for an outdoor adventure. Also, the Fire Pit and seating is ready for you. Most markets sell bundles of wood but I do not provide wood. Parking for Many Vehicles and 2 Garage spaces are readily available for your cars. The garage also is equipped with a water hose. Guest access Guest access Guests have access to the fully stocked house with everything you will need for a comfortable retreat. The entire private property, the Rivendell trail system, and the entirety of Milldale Farm Center for Wellness are right down the road. Other things to note Other things to note: Long Stay Discounts Available PHONE: There is AT&T cell service in the area, some T-MOBILE and you can connect your smart phone to the wifi for wifi calling VERY FAST WIFI : StarLink Dish with 120 -/+ MBPS BASEMENT BEDROOMS: Bedrooms 7 and 8 are not technically bedrooms but they are extra spaces in the basement to sleep. One is where the pool table is and the other is next to it. AMENITIES: We supply complementary air conditioners in all bedrooms and in the living room to keep the house cool in the summer months. Also, coffee grinds, a coffee machine, microwave, pots and pans, baking sheets, dishes, glasses, serving platters, herbs, spices, oil, salt and pepper, broom, vacuum, Swiffer, vacuum, iron, ironing board, hangers and blue tooth speaker. We have a toaster, a dish washer, dish towels, paper towels, a subzero fridge and freezer, oven, and an extra stove top. We supply all cooking and dining utensils needed. This also includes things like a cheese grater, pizza cutter, spatulas, strainer, and utensils you would forget you will need but no worries, because we supply them. Also, Garbage and Recycling is included. We supply toilet paper, soaps, shampoos and conditioners, paper towels, garbage bags and cleaning supplies like surface sprays that we will appreciate you using for any spills before they dry up and become tougher to clean. Laundry detergent, a washer and dryer are included but please do not over fill and if it’s not too much to ask you can bring all linens (including pillowcases) and towels to the laundry room before departure so we know which towels and beds were used. Not all the pans work for the induction free standing stove top. The nonstick pans are for the island countertop stove top burners. DRIVEWAY AND ROADS: The driveway is long and steep, and it is recommended to have AWD vehicle on days that it is snowing. Our driveway and the roads in the area are very well maintained and salted/sanded and you can count on it. If your vehicle is front or rear wheel drive you are welcome to park on the bottom of the driveway, just please don’t park on the road. OUTDOOR SOUND LIMITATIONS: Please respectfully lower your voices and music OUTDOORS after 10 PM because noise echoes in the valley, 10 PM is the Vermont sound ordinance law. Please respect this rule or You will be asked to leave and pay a $1000 fine for jeopardizing my business. I cannot chance having my Airbnb reported from upsetting my elderly neighbors. DOGS: You are welcome to bring your furry companion with you but please keep them on a leash outside. Please let us know if you will be bringing your dog with you because we have a pet fee. This is not for cleaning up after your dog, it is towards higher insurance for having pets on the property. You are responsible for cleaning up after your pet, and for any damages to the property. You are not permitted to leave your dog unattended without a crate and we do not allow puppies or insurance blacklisted breeds. NEIGHBORS: There is a small house you can see in the distance depending where you are on the property. Living there seasonally is a very nice couple and their dog. FRONT DOORS: To lock the front doors from the inside you must turn the locks counter clockwise and turn the handle up to lock.