This is a spacious guesthouse/retreat where you can relax and unwind. There are great views and walking down the road is serene, with open fields bordered by woods and teaming with wildlife. In the winter you can Nordic ski or snowshoe right outside your door, through fields and woodland paths down by an active sugar-bush. We currently have chickens as well as my friendly dog Annie who loves to play. We also have a young kitty named LB who is a pip. The space This is a large one bedroom apartment with tall ceilings and great light. It has vintage touches mixed with modern amenities. There is an extra bed off to the side in the living room in case you have additional guests. The kitchen has a stove, fridge, toaster oven, microwave, coffee maker and kettle. There are plates and cutlery as well as mugs and glasses. I just ask that you leave it as you found it so there’s not a lot of work cleaning up on my end. The wood shop downstairs is sometimes active, and if you are interested, you can work on a project or just talk to Ben about plans for your own space. Nestled in the foothills of the green mountains, we’re just 10-15 minutes to restaurants in Bristol or Middlebury and 30-40 minutes to the lake or skiing. Burlington and Rutland are both around 45 minutes. Guest access The entire apartment is available to guests, as well as lawns, gardens, walkways and patio. There is a gas grill as well as a Weber for outdoor cooking on the patio and you are welcome to cook and eat on the picnic table - Mary Ellen and I will join you if we're around. : ) The property is 30+ acres and offers walking paths through the woods, and is adjacent to walkable fields and woods in the surrounding area. The perimeter of the fields is kept mowed so you can take a walk without too much wading through tall grass. One guest mentioned the diversity of bugs and birds here. If you want nature, this is the place to be. Other things to note In order to get to the apartment entrance, you have to walk between the house and shop, around to the right where the single door has a stone step in front of it. The key is on the hook at the bottom of the stairs. Feel free to lock up when you are out, just return the key to the same spot when you leave. Locking up is optional as we are way out in the country...I’d rather set out a plate than lock up.