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Reviews of Historic 1780 Manchester Farm House With Mountain Views and 7 Bedrooms

Historic 1780 Manchester Farm House With Mountain Views and 7 Bedrooms
Sunderland, VT

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
House was charming and comfortable. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place To Meet with Friends
Place was great! Much bigger than even the pictures can show. Plenty of room to fit 12 people easily. The griddle/stove in the kitchen was added bonus. So much so that my wife is looking to upgrade at our own home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2023
Thanks Martin for your 5 Star Review! We hope you can visit us again next year.

10/10 Excellent

meghan h., massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion Thanksgiving
This is a very charming very old home with a nice big yard. My siblings and I hosted Thanksgiving dinner with all of our adult kids. It was a special time for all. This house is very old and needs to be handled with care. There are the expected glitches here and there but the owner is super responsive and easy to deal with. We had a great time and would happily visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec 2022
Thanks Meghan for your great review! We are glad you enjoyed our home and hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Jean T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic accomadations
This is an very very old farmhouse with a lot of charm. Each room was decorated differently, and there were so many different area's to sit and talk. The wifi was very strong, and easy to connect to. My only disappointment is we didn't have enough time to sit out on the front porch and rock on the beautiful rocking chairs. We were only there for a short weekend for a family wedding. Knowing ahead of time about the hot water supply, we had a good schedule for our large family to all be ready for the wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2022
Thanks Jean for your 5 star review! We are glad your family had a great time. We love to sit on the rocking chairs on the front porch and see the colors of Mt. Equinox in the fall.

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Getaway
This property was perfect for our family. There was so much space and we were all so comfortable - due to the freezing temperatures we actually never left the house for the weekend and we had a blast. So much quality time - the house is well equipped with everything needed for all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2022
Thanks Courtney for your 5 star review and am glad our house was perfect for your family!

10/10 Excellent

Monika/Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family and friends weekend
It’s a very charming house, comfortable and spacious, plenty of room for a large group. Close to skiing, super easy communication with the owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2022
Thanks Monika and Mike for your 5 star review!

8/10 Good

liz m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful historic house, could use some TLC
Pros: We had a lovely week here. There was plenty of room for 6 working adults to spread out in different corners and not interrupt one another during the day and the lightening fast internet served us well. We enjoyed convening in the "red room" for cocktails around the fireplace at the end of the day. Beautiful area. The high power gas stove was a treat to cook on. The house is a colonial gem with historically accurate paint colors and tons of charm. Cons: The owners are long distance and it shows. The linens are bleach splattered, the towels are covered in hanging threads. Whoever is managing the property for them should communicate these needs. No basic pantry essentials, prepare to bring everything. Nor any of the kitchen extras that people who like to cook would appreciate (no blender, no measuring utensils, one fraying kitchen towel). The water hoses to the washer are flipped so that hot and cold are swapped, meaning that the "rinse" mode is scalding hot. The hot water runs out quickly. The master bedroom has a comfortable mattress but the rest of the beds are uncomfortable. This is mentioned in the captions of the photos, but I did not appreciate just how markedly different some of the rooms would be from how they are pictured. Salt would be appreciated for the walkway into the house - it was completely iced over when we arrived and made for tricky entry into the house. Given that fires are necessary to keep the rooms habitable, it would be nice if firewood were provided. Overall: We enjoyed our time here and with some TLC this house would really shine. Our experience was overall a positive one, but we wouldn't return in its current state.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2021
HI Liz- Thanks for your review and I am glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciate the constructive feedback. I am ordering new towels and linens - I have had a lot of guests these past few months and the wear and tear on those items must be showing. I apologize for the iciness of the entryway - I have addressed that with my service and they are now salting twice a week and more when it storms. I will get some extra kitchen items. I saw it was single digits some of the nights you were there - I did have some firewood in the Barn - It is possible my prior guest used it all up. I will have a plumber investigate the clothes washer so they can fix that hot rinse issue. The hot water heater will run out of hot water if a couple long hot showers are taken back to back - typically takes 20-30 minutes of downtime to get the water hot again on cold winter days. Yes, I am remote and due to Covid have not been to the house as frequently as usual, so am relying on others to update me. I am headed there in March for a full inspection. Thanks again for this feedback!

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering/Ski Trip
I booked this property for a trip with my wife, our kids, and our extended family. The description of the property was accurate and Paul was very kind and responsive throughout the process from booking to checkout. Our stay was great, the house is absolutely gorgeous and the colonial-era architecture was a huge hit with us. We had 10 adults, 3 kids and a dog and the property easily accommodated us all. Location is great for skiing at the Southern VT ski areas especially Bromley and Stratton. I expect we'll be repeat customers!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks Andrew for the great review! Very glad you enjoyed the house and I look forward to having you again next year.

8/10 Good

Suzanne Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Vermont Loveliness
We had a lovely stay in this home. It is very large and can accommodate a big group comfortably. We had some problems with the propane fireplace which was unfortunate as it left the kitchen area unbearably cold at times. The owner did send someone out twice, but a part needed to be ordered so what can you do. Also, the one fireplace that is in the most comfortable gathering space doesn’t work so fires weren’t really a sensible option. Otherwise, it has everything you need to cook and serve many people. This is a rustic house but the epitome of Vermont.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Hi Suzanne - Thanks for your review and I am glad you enjoyed your stay. So sorry my gas company could not get the propane fireplace in the kitchen to work consistently, and the part needed did not arrive in time for your stay. Some guests like to stoke up the 2 fireplaces in the dining room and red room.

8/10 Good

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for large group
The property is an old farmhouse. There are 6 bedrooms upstairs, but be aware the steps are steep and somewhat narrow so children (who tend to run up and down stairs) and anyone who has any difficulty with stairs may find it a challenge. Also many of the chairs in the dining areas are quite old and seemingly fragile - some with caning - so not great for kids or more generous frames. The cookware is sparse and dated and the older Wolf gas stove is not the easiest to cook with. However we had an extended family of 13 and with all the bedrooms slept very comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. I’ve ordered more cookware to replace the items that have gone missing.

8/10 Good

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
VT farmhouse
The house was great for our a purposes- it has many bedrooms and fit a big group of us. The checkin process was also seamless and Paul was very helpful with any questions we had. My one comment is I think the mattresses/linens could use an update— some of them were a little old. Otherwise, the stay was great and I’d recommend to others looking for a Vermont getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks Danielle for your positive review. I have replaced those two mattresses with new ones as well as those linens.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah-Eve H., Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredibly beautiful in Fall!
My family had such a wonderful time enjoying this space and property. The house was quaint, but what made our stay was the yard. There's so much space for lawn games and an awesome fire pit. The flower garden is stunning, and during the autumn, the leaves and scenery are incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks Sarah-Eve for your positive review and I am glad your family enjoyed the house and yard. I also love the yard and Fire pit, and Fall really is a special time here.

8/10 Good

Susan C.

Good Time
Very large home that accommodated a lot of people (15) for a ski vacation. Being that we were all indoors in the evening, there was plenty of room to spread out for both the children and adults. We made use of the large dining table and the two living rooms, for sure! And still had plenty of room for all of the items needed for skiing. The house was centrally located to both Manchester Center and close to Bromley. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks Susan for your great review and I am glad my home met all your needs!

10/10 Excellent

Steph A.

House is amazing!
Great location, super clean, and an excellent owner to do business with!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks and glad your group of 16 enjoyed the house!

10/10 Excellent

Dana E., Brooklyn, NY

Great home for a group!
This home was great for a large group. Plenty of bedrooms and common areas to hang out in. Great lawn for games as well. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for your great review Dana. Glad your group enjoyed the home so much!

8/10 Good

Hiram D.

Nice and big house
We liked the house. It is an old house and you can tell, but we knew that going in. The Paul Foucher, the property manager (or owner) was very helpful and understanding. We were a big group with kids and we had a great time. The only thing I could say it needs improvement are some of the chairs in the house are very old and brittle, and the house could be cleaner (there were a lot of dust in the drawers, crib, under and next to the beds, etc.).
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Hi Hiram - Thanks for your review. I am replacing those 3 antique chairs and instructed my cleaning team to dust more in the drawers and under/next to the beds, etc.

10/10 Excellent

James S.

amazing house
Me and my family just got back from staying at this house. it was a great time plenty of rooms and I loved the old rustic look. It had plenty of beds and more than enough room for everyone. will definitely look to rent this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for your great review and glad to hear your family enjoyed all the rooms and space. I look forward to having your family back again soon!

10/10 Excellent

paul F.

Awesome House with great yard and fresh mountain air
My family and my brother's family had a mini family reunion here and loved it! House has tons of character and is close to Manchester and skiing. We will return! Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Great! Lots of my guests host family reunions at the house and have a wonderful experience

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

It’s all true!
After spending the weekend with 8 adults & a few dogs there’s little I can add to the description of this rental, other than confirming all of the info is true, accurate, and that communication was fast, friendly and efficient. It’s a great house in a beautiful area, with plenty of room and a group-friendly layout. Despite its historic beauty, it kept plenty warm during some early season single-digit nights! We’ll definitely be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks Brian for your great review! I noticed the outside temperature got down to 8 degrees your first night - glad to hear my newly installed furnace kept things toasty. I look forward to having you as a guest again.

8/10 Good

Mary Ellen B.

Wonderful experience.
This rustic home was perfect for our extended family's stay to attend a wedding. Plenty of room to hang out and it was close to shopping and dining venues. Would love to go back during other seasons and enjoy the beautiful scenery in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for your positive review and I am glad your family enjoyed the house!

10/10 Excellent

arin s.

Perfect experience
We really enjoyed our stay in this house. Everything was easy from the initial reservation, to communicating about some specific questions, to check in and check out. The house was perfect for our group-- so good to find a house with so many bedrooms appropriate for adult couples! I only wish we could've stayed a bit longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks Arin for your great review. I hope you are able to visit again!

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Great ski weekend getaway
We spent the Washington Birthday weekend at this historic home with our three daughter and their families, including two toddlers. If you love old homes, cozy fireplaces and a fantastic view of Mt. Equinox, this is the house for you. Paul had excellent and very detailed directions for the house which was very helpful. He was very responsive to text and email questions. The very large living room proved to be the perfect gathering spot for all of us with the two babies in the middle with various blocks, books and items we brought with us. If you like old books, you could be kept busy for hours thumbing through them and enjoying some old games. The kitchen is not overly large so not too many cooks in the kitchen at one time. Paul had warned us the stairs to the second floor were steep and the wood floor slippery, and he was right. One baby stayed with her parents in the in-law bedroom suite off the back of the house, as that daughter is also pregnant, which worked out great. There had been a 20 inch snowfall a few days before our arrival but the house was all plowed out. Having babies in an old house that is not baby proofed, requires a bit of attention. The road the house is on can be a back way to the ski slopes if you want to avoid the Manchester traffic. It had fantastic views of lovely homes and fresh snow sure helped to give it a postcard look. A little ways down the road, in the opposite direction is a wonderful red covered bridge - Chiselville Bridge. I left my ipad on the bed when we packed up and Paul put me in touch with the property maintenance person. She mailed it right out to me and I was able to send her a check to reimburse her. I was so thankful. The house is large and can accommodate quite a few without bumping into each other. I think the fall would be a beautiful time to stay for some leaf peeping. The beds were made when we got there which was a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Hi Karen - So glad your extended family enjoyed the house, and my cleaning service was able to find your i-Pad and return it promptly. Great to hear you enjoyed my library and got a lot of snow right before you arrived! Yes, the leaf peeping in the fall is gorgeous!

10/10 Excellent

Justin S., Brooklyn

Beautiful home, great location
My coworkers and I enjoyed a long weekend at this wonderful farm house. This place has lots of character. The room layout worked great, the kitchen is set up well, the beds were comfortable and the fireplaces were a nice treat. Driving to Bromley, Magic and Stratton was painless and the town of Manchester was nice to explore. All arrangements were easy and we look forward to returning some day.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks Justin for your positive review! I do hope your group can return for another visit.

10/10 Excellent

Joshua E.

Great
House was great. Perfect for bringing your dog (big yard), playing board games, cooking a big group dinner and congregating around a wood fire.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks Joshua for your great review! Hope you are able to return next year.

8/10 Good

D H.

Great place for big group
Had a great time with a big group including 4 toddlers. The owner was incredibly responsive and helpful. Nice sized gathering spaces Great internet connection Bar area Easily accessible in snow
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks DH for your positive review. I am fortunate as my neighbor plows my driveway and I am always first on his list!

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

A Home away from Home
We had booked the 1780 farm house for our daughters wedding at the Equinox. The owner, Paul provided us with detailed instructions for the house which came in very handy. Paul always responded to emails very quickly and was very flexible with check in and check out hours. The house and property are absolutely gorgeous. We had 10 people staying at the house and there was more then enough room. It is located about 5 miles from Manchester. You can park in town and visit all the wonderful shops and outlet stores. I would highly recommend staying at the farmhouse as it served all our needs beyond our expectations. Sitting on the front porch having a cup of coffee in the am and a cocktail in the evening was beyond relaxing. We would no doubt rent this property again................Thanks Ed & Karyn
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for your great review. Great to know your group had a a wonderful time!

8/10 Good

Scott R., United States

Country Retreat
Needed a central location for a family reunion with siblings spread all over New England. The home was just right to accommodate our various needs. Lots of rustic charm, plenty of space, and a very responsive host. Downstairs bedroom was great for parents challenged by stairs. Lots of common spaces, but we still could not seem to get people out of the kitchen. If you are in search of shiny new, ultra modern, you should probably keep looking. This place is warm and inviting, but there is no denying the home's age, and the associated quirks. For our family this was part of the charm. Thanks for a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for your positive review. I am glad your family enjoyed your stay and yes, this 236 year old Farmhouse has lots of charm and a couple quirks!

8/10 Good

Lynn L.

Wonderful Big Farmhouse!
There was plenty of room for our extended family during our long weekend stay. Big living room to spend time together, but plenty of smaller areas for private time. Very convenient location and nice and quiet.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks Lynn. Glad your extended family enjoyed your stay!

8/10 Good

Patty M., Lititz

Great house for large group, plenty of room!
This historical house was just perfect for our two families! Three living areas, large dinning room n kitchen! Comfy beds and no waiting with 4 batrooms! It met all our needs for our winter ski trip! Plenty of outdoor space for the kids to run and explore! Owner was very accommodating and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks Patty for your great review!: I am glad your extended family had a great ski vacation at my house.

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

Lovely farmhouse!
The farmhouse was very charming! A group of friends and I were in town for a wedding and the farm house served as the perfect base for us. The views of the surrounding mountains were stunning (especially because we were at peak foliage). The fireplace was also a welcome addition as it was quite chilly during our stay and we all relaxed by the fire with drinks on the first night we were there. The rooms were comfortable and the bathrooms were fine also. No complaints here! The owner, Paul, was also very accessible before and during our stay via text message and email. No complaints here! The house was perfect for our group!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks for your great review and glad your group enjoyed their stay. Yes, the foliage on the mountains around my property in October is amazing: glad you timed it well!