Notes from the host
Innkeepers Cottage Manchester
The Innkeeper's Cottage features unparalleled views of the spectacular Green Mountains. Dine al fresco on the deck and bask in the dazzling view of Equinox Mountain. Cozy up by the romantic fireplace in the spacious and open living room and dining room. This 1,5000 sq foot home was just redecorated. It sleeps 6 and is a wonderful home for a family or two couples.
This is a ground floor, free standing, handicapped accessible house. There’s a ramp entrance in the back of the house so it’s ideal for guests who can not climb stairs. Brand new bathroom with a. handicapped walk in shower. There are hardwood floors throughout the house.
This spacious cottage features:
• Two very large king master bedrooms with 2 ensuite full bathrooms, TVs and roomy closets
• Office/den with queen sleeper sofa. (Can also be used as a 3rd bedroom.)
• Oversized living room/dining room with TV and wood burning fireplace
• Newly renovated kitchen with: oven, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, blender, toaster oven, pots & pans
• Spacious deck with dining table, propane BBQ and glorious views
• Fast free fiber WiFi, on site parking, washer/dryer, window AC in summer.
• Housekeeping & linen service available as a add on $40/hour.
It is a fantastic home for entertaining thanks to the extra large living room/dining room.
The spacious deck has a BBQ and can be enjoyed for summer and fall dining al fresco.
In winter it is available as a ski season rental from Dec - March as we are only 8 miles to Bromley mountain and 18 miles to Stratton mountain.
LOCATION
4 hours from New York City & Montreal, 3.5 hours from Boston, 90 minutes from Albany airport and 1 mile away from the shops and restaurants of charming Manchester Center, the winding maple lined drive to the Innkeepers Cottage ruly transports you to a breathtakingly beautiful world away. Come relax, unwind, catch up with loved ones and make this your Vermont country home.
BRING FIDO!
We are so dog friendly, our Canine Concierge Jetson was featured on Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl! All dogs are welcome and $125/per dog/per length of stay. Join our legendary Doggie Slumber Parties at How'loween, Canine Christmas and Mother's Day when all dogs stay free & enjoy seasonal 'paw'-ties.
RESORT & PERKS
The Innkeepers Cottage is located on The Wilburton resort, an exclusive 30-acre hilltop estate with stunning views, spacious grounds, tall shady trees, sculpture gardens, and resort amenities.
This house is extremely private. There are 6 other homes tucked into different corners as of this sprawling estate. There are 4 recently decorated hotel rooms on the hilltop which you can rent for guests if you need more space.
-We have on site housekeeping and maintenance in case you need anything.
-Our fiber Wi-Fi is so fast and reliable, you can Zoom with a view!
-Add drop off catering from our organic family farm, Earth Sky Time Farm
-Schedule relaxing massages or reiki treatments with our massage therapists
-Play tennis, volleyball, tetherball, outdoor ping pong, basketball hoop, croquet, giant chess, giant connect four, badmitten, corn hole and lawn games galore.
In summer we host "Tuesdays in the Tent" a Vermont cabaret and invite your family or group to show off your talents and perform!
OUTDOOR POOL
The outdoor pool is open from 7am-7pm and shared by all the guests on the resort. There are lounge chairs and lots of space for your family to relax. The pool is not heated.
Nearby swimming options include Lake Shaftsbury and Emerald Lake, 15 minutes away. The Battenkill River is a wonderful place for tubing and canoeing. The Dorset marble quarry is an amazing swimming hole 10 minutes away.
ROOM DESCRIPTIONS AND HOUSE LAYOUT
GROUND FLOOR
Rm 1 Master king bedroom, ensuite bath KING MASTER
Rm 2 Master king bedroom, ensuite bath KING MASTE
Office/den Pull out queen sleeper sofa
ENTERTAINING SPACES
Living room/ dining room with big TV, couches, fireplace
galley kitchen with all appliances, pots, pans, dishwasher, etc.
HUGE deck with BBQ outdoor dining table.
HOUSE AMENITIES
Free WiFi
Plenty of on site parking
Window A/C in summer
Satellite TV in the living room and all bedrooms
Washer/Dryer,
Iron & Ironing board
vacuum,
Pots/pans/plates
Drip cup coffee maker
Pack and Plays and cots available on request
Propane BBQ Grill
Outdoor dining
Fire Pit
Gorgeous views
Step outside your door for miles of scenic bike rides, walks, and runs on serene River Road.
LOCAL THINGS TO DO:
This house is located in Manchester Village VT, just one mile from restaurants, shops, outdoor sports, culture, and natural beauty. Here's some of our favorite things to do!
-Zip line and Alpine Slide at Bromley Mt Fun Zone in Summer & Fall
-Golf 1 mile away at the Equinox Golf course
-Fly Fish at Orvis - the international fly fishing headquarters is right here in Manchester!
-Hike Equinox Pond or summit Equinox Mt. Hike the appalachian trail! Lye Brook Falls and many other great hikes - in addition to our on site hiking trails at The Wilburton.
-Horse back rides 20 minutes away
-Manchester Designer Outlets offers world class shopping at bargain prices for Eileen Fisher, J Crew, Ralph Lauren, Armani and more.
-The Northshire Bookstore is heralded as one of the best independent bookstores in USA.
-Bike or run ride past cows, and streams, and red covered bridges.
-Farmers Markets every Sunday in Dorset and in Summer and Fall in Manchester.
-Summer theatre in Weston and Dorset and Bennington
-Free Wednesday Night concerts on the town green
-Glass Blowing
- Ice Skating
-Galleries
-Great restaurants
- Charming country stores
- Vermont Summer Festival Horse Show in July & August
-Earth Sky Time Farm concerts on Sunday's in Summer & Fall
THE WILBURTON RESORT
The 11 bedroom Wilburton mansion was built in 1902 as the largest and grandest estate in Manchester. Now it is available as a luxurious private vacation home mansion.
The Wilburton resort features 5 private vacation homes, 4 recently redecorated hotel rooms, and the majestic 11-bedroom Wilburton mansion.
The grounds are so vast, that every group feels a sense of space and privacy to enjoy their ultimate Vermont vacation.
We own 10 homes of all different sizes in Manchester and are happy to recommend the right one for your group. You can see all our properties if you look up The Wilburton Inn.
STAY LONGER AND SAVE
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SKI SEASON VACATION HOMES
Only 8 miles from Bromley Mountain and 18 miles from Stratton Mt, Innkeepers Cottage is an ideal winter ski season rental from Dec 1 - April 1.
Our family has lived in Manchester since 1972 and owned The Wilburton for over 34 years. We look forward to being your country house getaway and sharing the beauty of Vermont with you and family.
Happy travels!
Melissa, family innkeeper and Jetson, the Canine Concierge