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Spacious country retreat, close to Montpelier, close to nature. Smoke/pet free
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 283.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Montpelier, VT
- Vermont College of Fine Arts6 min drive
- Vermont State House7 min drive
- Hubbard Park8 min drive
- Montpelier, VT (MPV-Edward F. Knapp State)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Spacious country retreat, close to Montpelier, close to nature. Smoke/pet free
Escape to this delightful, spacious, country apartment with the best of both worlds--close to town, close to nature! On a paved road, only 3 miles from Vermont's downtown capital city of Montpelier, this is an ideal location to access restaurants, hospital, cultural events, colleges, as well as areas for skiing, hiking, biking, running, shopping, and exploring the country roads in the heart of Vermont. With 2 bedrooms including a queen bed and a twin bed, workspace with wifi, full bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and all essential amenities guests will feel right at home. Book now and enjoy everything this charming apartment has to offer. Limit two guests.
On 25 acres of woods and fields you can relax on the back deck with outdoor seating, watch for birds, foliage, or see wandering wildlife. Our Bluebird Loop is a one-mile mowed path around the property for a 25-minute morning walk or an evening stroll to view birds, wildlife, foliage, and peaceful surroundings. Ski resort areas 35-75 minutes away include: Stowe, Sugarbush, Mad River Glen, Bolton, Smugglers Notch, and Killington. Cross Country ski trails are 1/2 mile from here and also found 30 minutes away at Trapp Family Lodge and Craftsbury Outdoor Center. Comfortable for outdoor activities or staying in to read and rest-- enjoy a peaceful getaway, or for college visits/homecoming/commencement, to nearby Norwich University and easy highway access to University of Vermont, St. Michael's College, Champlain College.
No pets. No smoking/vaping.
Inside you'll find the Full kitchen equipped with stove, fridge, oven, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker. and french press, coffee grinder, and all pots, pans, dishes, utensils needed for your own cooking or to enjoy take out meals here.
Main bedroom has a comfortable Queen size bed, with linens, dresser, and closet space. The Office is a nice bright workspace with a desk looking out over the back field. It has 1 single bed as well as a pocket door for privacy. Wifi is included to make this ideal for working remotely.
Full bathroom has a tub, shower, grab bars, toilet, sink, and towels, soap, and shampoo and conditioner.
The sitting room has a sofa and rocking chair, a flat screen for your personal streaming, plenty of books fill the shelves, and a dining table.
The private entrance has a ramp for easy access from the parking area, enough for two cars or more. Carport parking may be available for keeping your car, bicycles, motorcycles, ski equipment under cover when weather is an issue. EV charging available in the carport for extra cost if needed. The ramp leads to your private entrance from a small porch to the hallway where you'll find your apartment door with your own private code to open your door. A private deck is out the sliding doors which open to the back yard and expansive fields.
You'll find the space to be healthy and ever so clean as this is a pet free and smoke/vape free property and no pets allowed. Although we love dogs, we are not able to accept your pets at this time. We do have an occasional visiting dog on our property. We are taking a break from raising free range chickens, bees, and seasonal grass-fed beef.
On 25 acres of woods and fields you can relax on the back deck with outdoor seating, watch for birds, foliage, or see wandering wildlife. Our Bluebird Loop is a one-mile mowed path around the property for a 25-minute morning walk or an evening stroll to view birds, wildlife, foliage, and peaceful surroundings. Ski resort areas 35-75 minutes away include: Stowe, Sugarbush, Mad River Glen, Bolton, Smugglers Notch, and Killington. Cross Country ski trails are 1/2 mile from here and also found 30 minutes away at Trapp Family Lodge and Craftsbury Outdoor Center. Comfortable for outdoor activities or staying in to read and rest-- enjoy a peaceful getaway, or for college visits/homecoming/commencement, to nearby Norwich University and easy highway access to University of Vermont, St. Michael's College, Champlain College.
No pets. No smoking/vaping.
Inside you'll find the Full kitchen equipped with stove, fridge, oven, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker. and french press, coffee grinder, and all pots, pans, dishes, utensils needed for your own cooking or to enjoy take out meals here.
Main bedroom has a comfortable Queen size bed, with linens, dresser, and closet space. The Office is a nice bright workspace with a desk looking out over the back field. It has 1 single bed as well as a pocket door for privacy. Wifi is included to make this ideal for working remotely.
Full bathroom has a tub, shower, grab bars, toilet, sink, and towels, soap, and shampoo and conditioner.
The sitting room has a sofa and rocking chair, a flat screen for your personal streaming, plenty of books fill the shelves, and a dining table.
The private entrance has a ramp for easy access from the parking area, enough for two cars or more. Carport parking may be available for keeping your car, bicycles, motorcycles, ski equipment under cover when weather is an issue. EV charging available in the carport for extra cost if needed. The ramp leads to your private entrance from a small porch to the hallway where you'll find your apartment door with your own private code to open your door. A private deck is out the sliding doors which open to the back yard and expansive fields.
You'll find the space to be healthy and ever so clean as this is a pet free and smoke/vape free property and no pets allowed. Although we love dogs, we are not able to accept your pets at this time. We do have an occasional visiting dog on our property. We are taking a break from raising free range chickens, bees, and seasonal grass-fed beef.
Property manager
Ann and Larry Gilbert
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Montpelier
Montpelier is home to this apartment. Ethan Allen Statue and Pavilion Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at North Branch Vineyards and Fresh Tracks Farm Vineyard and Winery. Ceres and The Country Bookshop are also worth visiting.
Montpelier, VT
What's nearby
- Vermont College of Fine Arts - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
- Vermont State House - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
- Hubbard Park - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
- Central Vermont Medical Center - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
- Berlin Mall - 14 min drive - 10.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- Burger King - 12 min drive
- Applebee's Grill + Bar - 13 min drive
- Pizza Hut - 13 min drive
- Wayside Restaurant & Bakery - 12 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Ann and Larry Gilbert

We are your hosts, Ann and Larry, who have lived here, raised a family, nurtured livestock, and cultivated this beautiful property since 2010.
We are now retired after enjoying careers in community health, communications, and entrepreneurial endeavors such as Zoombikes, the area's first e-bike dealer and repair shop.
Here on Sylvana Farm we are taking a break from raising chickens, grassfed beef, and keeping bees. We presently focus more on growing garlic, vegetables and herbs, and berries.
Now as empty nesters we love hosting visitors in our apartment and take pride in exceptional reviews and ratings on rental sites. Guests come from all over the world to experience Vermont, have a place to stay while visiting family nearby, and to enjoy the Green Mountain state for skiing, mountain biking, hiking, beautiful fall foliage, college visits, and to work remotely in a peaceful place.
We are active seniors who live in the main house on the property and are available to chat and offer information as wish. We are out and about on e-bikes, paddle boarding at nearby Curtis Pond in Calais, walking and hiking local trails, and enjoying taking care of this space and all that Central Vermont offers throughout the seasons. We do spend summer days working in the garden and green house to grow our own food and enjoy relaxing at the outdoor firepit in evenings.
We are happy to respect your space and privacy while also being available when needed.
We are now retired after enjoying careers in community health, communications, and entrepreneurial endeavors such as Zoombikes, the area's first e-bike dealer and repair shop.
Here on Sylvana Farm we are taking a break from raising chickens, grassfed beef, and keeping bees. We presently focus more on growing garlic, vegetables and herbs, and berries.
Now as empty nesters we love hosting visitors in our apartment and take pride in exceptional reviews and ratings on rental sites. Guests come from all over the world to experience Vermont, have a place to stay while visiting family nearby, and to enjoy the Green Mountain state for skiing, mountain biking, hiking, beautiful fall foliage, college visits, and to work remotely in a peaceful place.
We are active seniors who live in the main house on the property and are available to chat and offer information as wish. We are out and about on e-bikes, paddle boarding at nearby Curtis Pond in Calais, walking and hiking local trails, and enjoying taking care of this space and all that Central Vermont offers throughout the seasons. We do spend summer days working in the garden and green house to grow our own food and enjoy relaxing at the outdoor firepit in evenings.
We are happy to respect your space and privacy while also being available when needed.
Why they chose this property
This location is safe and convenient as the house and apartment are set back from the paved road, just a short, easy drive to downtown Montpelier. It really is the best of both worlds--close to town and close to nature!
There is enough space for everyone and guests find it delightful to enjoy their private deck to watch birds, deer, wildflowers, trees changing color, and open sky for stargazing.
There is enough space for everyone and guests find it delightful to enjoy their private deck to watch birds, deer, wildflowers, trees changing color, and open sky for stargazing.
What makes this property unique
Sylvana Farm consists of 25 acres of fields and woods and garden space. As you drive up the driveway lined with tall white pines you'll leave the main road behind and cherish the privacy yet close access to nearby towns as well as our capital city of Montpelier, the smallest capital city in the U.S. (and the only capital without a McDonalds!) There are local businesses for a variety of food options featuring plenty of locally grown and made products. Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks is a half mile from here and the ideal spot for maple syrup and a maple "creemee"- which is soft serve ice cream and a Vermont favorite treat!
Come and enjoy and come back again! We are proud to have guests who reserve and return year after year! Its wonderful here!
Come and enjoy and come back again! We are proud to have guests who reserve and return year after year! Its wonderful here!
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