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Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens

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A house with a porch, a dining area, and a garden with plants and pumpkins. - Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens (Hartland)
A two-story house with a covered porch and a car parked in the driveway. - Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens (Hartland)
A wooden porch with potted plants and a table, overlooking a grassy landscape with trees and a path. - Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens (Hartland)
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island, pendant lighting, and wooden cabinetry. - Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens (Hartland)
A cozy room with two wicker chairs, a fireplace, and large windows. - Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens (Hartland)
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a gym.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens

  • Three story Vermont Homestead with five bedrooms exquisitely designed with an open floor concept. Large chef kitchen and a banquet dining room for groups who enjoy good food. You can also enjoy the sunset on the large deck surrounded by flower gardens or get up early and view the sunrise on the front porch overlooking the valley and Ascutney Mountain. Every season has its beauty on this property, but the view and foliage in the fall is spectacular. In the evenings you may decide to retreat to the hidden, upper stone patio surrounded by fragrant landscape. This property also offers a sugar house and sugaring in the winter and spring. If the time is right, you may also be able to enjoy our blueberry, pear or apple season. The homestead sits on the very top of 10 acres of private land with only 10 minutes to surrounding villages like Woodstock and Quechee and only 35 minutes from Killington. During the month of March, April, and May this property may be available for a discounted, monthly fee. For winter travelers, a 4-weel-drive vehicle is highly recommended.

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About the area

Located in Hartland, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Green Mountain National Forest and Quechee State Park, while Route 4 Glassblowing Studio and Woodstock Town Hall Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Memorial Field or Leede Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging. Visit our Hartland travel guide
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Hartland, VT

What's nearby

  • A bridge over a river surrounded by dense forest and hills.
    Quechee Gorge Bridge
    11 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • A river flowing through a forested valley with a bridge in the distance.
    Quechee State Park
    11 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • A road flanked by tall pine trees, with a clear double yellow line marking the center.
    Quechee Gorge Village
    12 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Vermont Institute Natural Science Nature Center
    10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Simon Pearce Mill
    10 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Windsor Station
    18 min drive
  • Lebanon, NH (LEB-Lebanon Municipal)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    20 min drive
  • McDonald's
    19 min drive
  • Wendy's
    20 min drive
  • Jersey Mike'S Subs
    20 min drive
  • Moe's Southwest Grill
    20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vermont life at Hill Top Gardens located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this holiday home in Hartland is situated in the mountains, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Vermont Institiute of Natural Science, and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Quechee Ski Hill and Quechee Gorge Village are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved the house and property. Sunsets from the porch facing south toward Mt. Ascutney, many options to sit outside covered and uncovered, and a comfortable and clean home - not just a house. Well equipped for all our needs. While the location feels like the countryside, it is close to lots of things, including small cities and towns, recreation, and historic sites. Host was also super nice even though we didn’t need or want anything during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

reunions

Great place to stay for Dartmouth reunions or any gathering of friends. Stunning location and house, very friendly owners (and their dog).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect mountain getaway

Absolutely beautiful home and property on top of a hill. House also has a pretty fully stocked kitchen and even a bunch of stuff for kids. Perfect for a family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picture Perfect Vermont Home

Spacious house perfect for large groups. It has everything and more you could need. Gorgeous views and the grounds were beautiful! Perfect place for quiet mornings of coffee on the porch watching the sun rise. Fall foliage was spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The total Vermont experience

More than expected......beautiful well taken care of home.. 5 great bedrooms....Vermont charm plus.....our host was welcoming and warmly greeted us....she instantly responded any questions....beautiful views . Plenty of space to explore
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Farmhouse Stay

Everything was great with this house. Had plenty of kitchenware and very well organized, provided certain things that everyone needs when they travel. It's also a beautiful and peaceful location. The hosts were also easy to get in touch with and responded quickly to communications. Would recommend this house to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hartland VT Family Visit

Very clean and well designed for a group! Lovely indoor and outdoor areas for hanging out. Beautiful views and gardens. Great kitchen. Hosts are lovely and helpful. Easy to reach. Location is rural, but just a few short miles from Woodstock, Quechee, and more. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful New England Thanksgiving

This is the perfect house for a family. Plenty of space. Every amenity. Clean and comfortable. We did all of our cooking at the house and the Kitchen was perfect for cooks. Great range, 30" double ovens, all of the cooking gear you need. We would highly recommend this house for a family!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Serene

When we arrived, we were stunned at how beautiful the house is and you can tell how much love Briana has put into her home. The listing did not do the location justice. We had everything we needed and we're so comfortable during our stay. We didn't want to leave. Our host was communicative and helpful. The house was clean, spacious, and had so many breath taking views. I hope we can return one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Fall Weekend

This house is well located -- under 10 minutes to Simon Pearce! It's a charming ride up a hilly road so the views are lovely from different rooms and several outdoor spaces. The kitchen is large and well-equipped. Quirky placement of light switches! Our host was gracious and friendly. This home worked really well for four couples (with a third-floor bedroom to spare). Thank you, Briana!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A sad time made happy

We needed a place near Hanover to stay so we could attend a memorial service for my parents. Hill Top Garden was perfect. The house is surrounded by beauty and peace. The view of Mt Ascutney looked like a Vermont postcard. Briana is a thoughtful hostess. The beds were all so comfortable with warm quilts and extra blankets in every room. I only wish I liked to cook, because the kitchen was stocked with so many neat gadgets that I am sure experienced cooks would love. I would have liked to have more time to walk and explore the property, because it offered Vermont beauty with so many places to sit and just enjoy the views. This place was exactly what we needed. Thank you Briana.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical farmhouse in nature and attractions

We spent a rejuvenating week at Briana's lovely farmhouse near Quechee, Vermont. The house was inviting, airy, and charming. We spent most mornings drinking the local coffee on the porch, watching the misty recede from the valley and hills that lay before us like a scene from a film. Our host, Briana made everything easy and convenient to check in. The house had every amenity for a cozy family get away. We could pick fresh blueberries and Jalepeno peppers from the graden, and while it was in a relatively secluded hillside location overlooking a bucolic valley, the house was just minutes from the village of Quechee, with its quaint covered bridge, glassworks factory and falls. The Quechee state park, nature center and spectacular gorge were also just down the road. Nearby, Jake's grocery store had a delightful selection of fine foods, beer, coffee and cheeses. The house was also just a few further miles to the charming town of Woodstock, VT. where we ate the best burgers at the White Cottage Snack Bar! We had the perfect, end-of-summer cozy getaway with family, enjoying books, hiking, biking and pleasant evenings around the fire pit. We definitely hope to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most Amazing Home Ever Rented!!

My family of 8 rented this amazing home and property for my son's Dartmouth graduation (over a year in advance). I cannot even put into words the effect this place had on all of us. The photos do not do it justice as the house and acreage is more beautiful than I had anticipated. We arrived in the dark (Briana even had to jump in her car to try to find us!), and when we awoke to daylight and could fully see where we were, it was mesmerizing. The interiors were immaculate, the finishes just right and the wide-plank floors were the prettiest I have ever seen in person. We were more than comfortable, and thoroughly enjoyed the kitchen, dining room, den, and most importantly the front porch! At such a crazy hectic time, I made all the time I could to just sit out there and BE. Such peace and beauty - I'll never forget it. And the doe and her two fawns who crossed the property on a daily basis were icing on the cake. Briana and her family have done an amazing job with the house and property - the various gardens with lots of hosta around the exterior made us all very happy. She was most generous in communicating with us and was so very gracious with our questions (even a broken goblet or two -- so sorry!). We would LOVE to return some day! It was truly the most amazing home we've ever rented over many years!! Do not hesitate to book this property - do it now.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting - views; gardens; with several porches to enjoy. House is very comfortable and well outfitted. Lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely lovely stay! The view off the front porch is unmatched. I hope to visit again someday with more family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property, terrific hosts. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect VT escape. Owner is so very accommodating. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vermont retreat

Beautiful property giving a true Vermont feel. Outstanding hosts who are there to answer any questions or even shovel the cars out of the snow.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome property

Was well equipped to accommodate the 10 adults and an infant. Very close to attractions, food etc. Ample parking
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home!

We had another wonderful stay here (our 2nd) and not only are the hosts extremely helpful, but the home is beautiful and the amenities are top notch. Thanks for another great ski vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

Large house, great for family groups, pet friendly indoor and outdoor entertaining areas. Large outdoor area with incredible views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home.

We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend getaway to this beautiful property. The home is spacious and beautiful with a lovely large open kitchen. We love the maple syrup made by the owners. The driveway is steep but very well maintained. We had no issues with four wheel drive and snow tires. Overall a perfect getaway. I highly recommend this home. I want to go back in the fall because I’m sure the foliage is stunning to see from the front porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our experience was outstanding in every regard. Accommodations were spacious and beautifully appointed. All essentials (towels etc) were in abundant supply. Our hostess was most pleasant and inquired periodically with us to make sure our needs were being met and also provided information on interesting activities in the area. One cannot leave Hilltop gardens without commenting on the view. The location of the house with its floral gardens sits upon a hillside with a spectacular vista of the Vermont countryside.I would heartily recommend Brianna’s lovely home to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation experience.Cam
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a FANTASTIC stay!

I cannot sing the praises of this home and host family enough. The home was as described or, if anything, better than described. The views were remarkable to distant Mt Ascutney, the accommodations extremely warm and comfortable, and the property so lovely we spent more time than expected snow-shoeing in the woods or simply walking on the quiet Vermont country roads just down the long driveway. Our hosts were nearby staying in their sugar house and when we had questions or small issues were there at a moment's notice to help us out. You have to try their delicious maple syrup. Would I recommend this? NO, because we want it to ourselves! Of course, I would recommend it with the highest regard and plan to stay again. Note that Hanover, NH and Woodstock (lovely towns and great shopping) were very close and Killington well under an hour's drive.
Stayed 25 nights in Jan 2022