Title: 3 minute drive to the heart of Manchester! Peaceful 5 bedroom home on 5 acres. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 3 minute drive to the heart of Manchester! Peaceful 5 bedroom home on 5 acres. Holiday home in Manchester Center with kitchen and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33415200/33415102/90-92386813.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33415200/33415102/41d90185.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33415200/33415102/f167464b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33415200/33415102/dc9d4b7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33420000/33415200/33415102/90-b924bf9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at 3 minute drive to the heart of Manchester! Peaceful 5 bedroom home on 5 acres.. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 114100 sq ft ## Popular amenities ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 3 minute drive to the heart of Manchester! Peaceful 5 bedroom home on 5 acres. Come enjoy a peaceful Vermont get away! This home is set on 5 acres in Manchester Center, Vermont. It is surrounded by White birch trees so we named it Birch Valley. We purchased this home in June 2017 and have put a lot of time and effort into making this a home away from home for anyone. Just 7 miles (11 minutes) from the Vermont Summer Festival. We are 15 minutes to Bromley resort and 25 minutes to Stratton. The property has an easy access paved driveway and plenty of parking for large vehicles. There are mountain views from the back and the front of Birch Valley! This home is 3 Minutes to the heart of Manchester and 5 Minutes to the heart of Dorset. No Pets allowed. Our family has allergies and can't chance any pets. If you're interested in booking this house please send us a request include the dates and times you'd be interested in, as well as a little about your family/ group. The open floor plan includes a large dining room, great room, loft and a grand kitchen. This space allows for large groups to congregate with viewing access to all three areas. The spiral staircase up to the loft is great to hang out in the futons and enjoy the mountain view through the two skylights. The wood burning stove is wonderful to enjoy and visible from the kitchen, eating area, loft and main great room. Birch Valley has mountain views from almost every room in the house. There are many beautiful spot to sit outside on the front balcony or the back 30' deck. There is heat/air conditioning units through out the house. The main social area has radiant heat. Each bedroom has its own A/C & heat control. Five bedrooms includes sleeping for eleven people. The top floor includes Three bedrooms- The Equinox Master suite with a King bed includes a private bath. The Stratton bedroom and the Bromley bedroom both have a queen bed. They share the full bath in the same hallway. On the main level has 2 bedrooms. There is a full bathroom for these two bedrooms to share. \-The Battenkill bedroom is very spacious with a queen bed and one extra long twin. \-The Mt Aeolus bedroom is the fifth bedroom with two twin beds. In the winter time enjoy snowboarding and skiing at three areas Bromley, Stratton and Magic mountain. In the summer close by is the Dorset Quarry, Dorset Theatre, Southern Vermont Arts Center, and Vermont summer festival. Local year - round attractions include gourmet restaurants and cozy coffee shops within minutes, exceptional art galleries and outstanding musical performances and of course Hildene (Robert Todd Lincoln's summer home). We are 4 minutes from The Equinox hotel. Don't miss the award-winning Northshire Bookstore (3+ floors, thousands of books and gifts) in Manchester and enjoy fabulous shopping at the Manchester outlets, local country shops and charming little shops! The kitchen is equipped with a Keurig, 12 cup coffee pot, crock pot, blender, toaster, mixer, microwave, a gas stove, dishwasher and two electric ovens. Plenty of counter space for the gourmet cook. You can enjoy the Television with basic cable and of course free WiFi from all over the property. Enjoy relaxing on the 36’ deck with mountain views. Your welcome to try out the new BBQ. Or play a game of football in the back field. There is a fire pit away from the house for guests to enjoy. Our driveway is easy to drive large vehicles or trailers and easy to turn around . In snow there are perfect hills to sleigh ride on. Cycle right out of the driveway for a wonderful ride and view of the surrounding mountains. Our huge pond is low in late summer through October. Other times of the year it is very full and breathtaking. Sit on the balcony or front porch enjoy watching the wildlife and the crystal clear water in the pond. This private get away is peaceful and tranquil. This home is a perfect central location for the following events: VERMONT SUMMER FESTIVAL HORSE SHOW Equinox Weddings Equinox Country Club Hildene Weddings MAPLE LEAF HALF MARATHON THE VERMONT CHALLENGE ANNUAL FLY FISHING FESTIVAL FALL ART AND CRAFT FESTIVAL RACE FOR THE CURE Shopping at MDO Vermont- Manchester Designer Outlets Orvis fly fishing school Events at the Marble House Project Events at Southern Vermont Arts Center Events at Dorset Playhouse Events at Barrows House and Dorset Inn Birch Valley is minutes away from the Dorset Quarry. The Dorset Quarry is one of the top twelve swimming holes in the US according to USA today. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Mixer - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Foosball table - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 4,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55260000/55258800/55258719/e9b0be4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Welcome to Laurel Hill in Beautiful Manchester VT 5 Bedrooms Sleeps 10 EVCharger Manchester - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 56 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=55258719&PinnedHotelID=55258719&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78720000/78717600/78717559/9a86c92d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Manchester Getaway with Amazing Views!!! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Mountain views private secluded home. Mountain Views Private Secluded Home. Air Conditioning!! ## About the area Located in Manchester Center, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Equinox Preservation Trust and Emerald Lake State Park, while American Museum of Fly Fishing and Museum of Creative Process are cultural highlights. Vermont Summer Festival and Sugar Shack are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby. 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Peaceful 5 bedroom home on 5 acres. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 3 minute drive to the heart of Manchester! Peaceful 5 bedroom home on 5 acres.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3 minute drive to the heart of Manchester! Peaceful 5 bedroom home on 5 acres.? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 3 minute drive to the heart of Manchester! Peaceful 5 bedroom home on 5 acres. located? > Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Green Mountain National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Southern Vermont Arts Center and Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park. Manchester Dog Park and Lye Brook Falls are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question