Retro Modern Barn Apartment in the Heart of Grafton
About this condo rental
Situated in Grafton, this lovely condo for $253 per night is a fantastic option for your next break. Our classic Red Barn houses a spacious, contemporary studio apartment above the Garage (please also see listing # 911915 for our main home across the driveway). The vintage barn studio offers an open living plan with a Queen bed, a fully equipped gourmet kitchen and a cozy seating area with an electric fireplace. Once an artist's studio, it is adorned with beautiful antique wide planks everywhere and offers a vaulted ceiling. The loft space above has a twin bed. Our deliberate and painstaking efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle is reflected in the reclaimed fittings and furnishings all over the studio. The combination of old materials, local artisanship and modern industrial design has resulted in a comfortable and contemporary space that is simply beautiful. Everyone loves it; we welcome you to experience it. Things to do: Grafton Ponds - world class cross country ski. Swim in village pond or play tennis in the village courts Ski - Okemo, Bromley, Magic Mountains all within 30 minutes. Limitless opportunity for hiking nearby hills. Bike on beautiful unpaved country roads starting at your doorstep. The views are spectacular. Antiquing - Grafton, Chester, Bellows Falls, Springfield and other surrounding towns are filled with excellent local antique stores Shopping - Manchester outlet mall is 35 minutes out. The meticulously designed kitchen comes complete with high end built in appliances, all cookware, most basic ingredients and a refrigerator stocked with essentials in order to make your arrival comfortable. You will find a selection of teas, coffee, spices, condiments, etc etc. There is a queen bed in the barn. The dining table can seat four. The bar counter has two seats. The sitting area has two comfy armchairs beside the electric fireplace. The bathroom is small but newly renovated, clean and functional. Home has a 47' LCD TV with streaming Netflix and Hulu services. No Cable. Fiberoptic Wifi signal is good for remote working. Look closely and you will find that most of the furniture is designed from the barn's old window shutters and antique wide plank heart pine found in the attic from 1840's. The kitchen counters are hand crafted from extinct American chestnut and antique oak, sourced from a local 1790's barn.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Grafton, VT
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(26 Reviews)
5.0
Sonali was a very gracious host. Great communication. This bnb is perfect for a cozy VT getaway in a very delightful little town. Great market/general store and restaurant located inside an inn. Quick and easy 30 minute ride to Okemo mountain. 10/10 recommend.
5.0
Great space and very quiet, was perfect.
5.0
Great experience from communicating with the owner, the condition of the space, easy access, clean, neat and comfortable.
We would highly recommend renting this space and from this owner! Wonderful time!
5.0
The facilities were great. Clean. Comfortable bed. Plenty of kitchen amenities. Flat screen. My only complaint is the oven and microwave were very difficult to figure out. I couldn’t run the microwave and barely got the oven working. The owner should have a use manual available. We XC skied at Grafton Outdoors and Viking XC in Londonderry.
Great food at Phelps Tavern. There is a cheese factory with freshly made Vermont cheddar.
Overall a great experience. Would rent again.
5.0
This studio was great. Amazing use of space. Grafton is a picturesque village. Love the covered bridges and friendly people. Thank you Ashe.
10.0
This studio was great. Amazing use of space. Grafton is a picturesque village. Love the covered bridges and friendly people. Thank you Ashe.
5.0
This was an overall excellent experience. It was a scenic drive in. The host was very pleasant and informative in text correspondence. She also has a killer sense of color and style…a perfect balance of rustic and mod that looks even better in person. The unit is very well-appointed with keen attention to detail and is also very warm (with two heat sources and plenty of hot water) bright, and comfortable. The place was spotless, immaculate. The only thing I wished for was a more substantial bathroom door.
I am unfamiliar with backcountry Vermont (or backcountry anywhere) and so was surprised by several things. Such as roads that turn to dirt (I was dumb enough to try my Corolla after a day and night of heavy rain. Take my advice: don’t.), and sounds of wildlife scampering on the roof at night (common here from what I’ve been told). There’s also the issue of Wi-Fi, which is unreliable, even with the host’s sign-in, unless you have AT&T.
On the plus side, the neighbors are very friendly and helpful and can frequently be seen walking about (I’m indebted to two of them); the old stream-side town is charming; and the area is hilly, mossy, remote, and beautiful,. Honestly, I can’t wait to come back.
10.0
This was an overall excellent experience. It was a scenic drive in. The host was very pleasant and informative in text correspondence. She also has a killer sense of color and style…a perfect balance of rustic and mod that looks even better in person. The unit is very well-appointed with keen attention to detail and is also very warm (with two heat sources and plenty of hot water) bright, and comfortable. The place was spotless, immaculate. The only thing I wished for was a more substantial bathroom door.
I am unfamiliar with backcountry Vermont (or backcountry anywhere) and so was surprised by several things. Such as roads that turn to dirt (I was dumb enough to try my Corolla after a day and night of heavy rain. Take my advice: don’t.), and sounds of wildlife scampering on the roof at night (common here from what I’ve been told). There’s also the issue of Wi-Fi, which is unreliable, even with the host’s sign-in, unless you have AT&T.
On the plus side, the neighbors are very friendly and helpful and can frequently be seen walking about (I’m indebted to two of them); the old stream-side town is charming; and the area is hilly, mossy, remote, and beautiful,. Honestly, I can’t wait to come back.
5.0
Our host accommodated my request for an early check in due to a snow storm. However the drive and walkway had not been shoveled and very icy. After reaching out to our host she did respond quickly and had someone there to snow blow and sand came the next day.
The snow was welcomed as there is a great cross country skiing center down the street.
The apartment was warm and comfortable. The stove and microwave were confusing to operate as they were IKEA brands and not straight forward.
Overall this quaint town and comfortable accommodations made for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
5.0
I was seeking a quiet place to cook, read and work, and this was perfect. There are also wonderful walking options right out the door, and it's walking distance from Grafton Trails. Looking forward to returning!
10.0
I was seeking a quiet place to cook, read and work, and this was perfect. There are also wonderful walking options right out the door, and it's walking distance from Grafton Trails. Looking forward to returning!
5.0
this is quite a lovely spot! Perfect for a couples getaway! charming barn apartment! so cozy! Its in a perfect location ...a walk to the prettiest village in Vermont! easy check in and checkout! We will be back again!!!
10.0
this is quite a lovely spot! Perfect for a couples getaway! charming barn apartment! so cozy! Its in a perfect location ...a walk to the prettiest village in Vermont! easy check in and checkout! We will be back again!!!
5.0
My husband and I were in Grafton for our wedding which had been postponed due to covid. We had originally booked Sonali’s home for our initial wedding date and knew that we wanted to stay there for our postponed date. The apartment was perfectly located and within walking distance of everything in town. The apartment was well appointed and actually felt more spacious in person than in the photos. It had a very lovely mid-century modern cabin vibe. Sonali and her husband were at the property to welcome us when we arrived and even went out fo their way to give us a tour of their home was is wonderful! They were kind, welcoming and both had a great sense of humor. Once they learned we were in town for our wedding they even gifted us a bouquet of flowers. We had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend to anyone who is contemplating a trip to idyllic Grafton.
10.0
My husband and I were in Grafton for our wedding which had been postponed due to covid. We had originally booked Sonali’s home for our initial wedding date and knew that we wanted to stay there for our postponed date. The apartment was perfectly located and within walking distance of everything in town. The apartment was well appointed and actually felt more spacious in person than in the photos. It had a very lovely mid-century modern cabin vibe. Sonali and her husband were at the property to welcome us when we arrived and even went out fo their way to give us a tour of their home was is wonderful! They were kind, welcoming and both had a great sense of humor. Once they learned we were in town for our wedding they even gifted us a bouquet of flowers. We had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend to anyone who is contemplating a trip to idyllic Grafton.
5.0
This place is great if your are looking to escape to Vermont, with someone special or just by yourself, in search of alone time. Beware that grafton has no cell service, which can be tricky, but just made us feel less distracted from the stresses of work/life. I highly recommend enjoying the comforts of this cozy apartment while relaxing in grafton, skiing, and getting to know the outdoors!
5.0
This was a perfect spot for me to get away for a zoom retreat! The little town of Grafton is picturesque and a very quick walk from the rental. A walk in the other direction from town had me walking along a babbling brook and woods, lovely! The barn apartment had everything I needed for my stay and was nicely decorated with wonderful details and comfy chairs and bed. A warm and cozy afghan was a bonus that I enjoyed sitting under while reading at night. In sum, I loved this rental and hope to return someday. I imagine it must be lovely through all the seasons. One quick note- not sure if it is included, must be able to navigate stairs! Worth the little climb up for sure
5.0
Spending the long MLK weekend at the Barn apartment in Grafton was great. The apartment was very clean and the host was extremely helpful. Contrary to some reviews, the apartment was not cold upon arrival. In fact, I was impressed how quickly the apartment warmed up upon arrival on a cold day with a wind chill well below 0. On our second night, we had a snow (about 8”) which was cleared early the following morning by the host. All kitchen appliances were efficient and worked well. The spaces was plenty big for my wife and I. The only critique I’d have, which is minor, would be the fireplace is an electric insert and not gas which I believe was listed as an amenity on the listing. It was energy efficient and did not give off much heat. But, the heater itself was very powerful and the fireplace was really just for ambiance. The barn itself was well insulated and a fireplace, aside from looks, is not needed.
Grafton itself is a great town, with other surrounding towns with many dining option. Everyone in town is so friendly and the downtown is a 5 minute walk which has the tavern at the Inn, general store, and Grafton Cheese ship. Okemo is a short drive (~25 minutes).
I’d highly recommend staying at the Barn Apartment for a couple’s getaway, or the host’s other property with a larger group (bigger house on the same property). Great value for the price if you are looking to get off the grid a bit for a nice getaway.
5.0
We totally enjoyed our time in this lovely little village. The apartment was just what we needed. Walking distance to all the sites. We will definitely return.
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in Grafton?
The average price for a rental in Grafton is $253 per night. This rental is $0 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Retro Modern Barn Apartment in the Heart of Grafton. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Retro Modern Barn Apartment in the Heart of Grafton. Enjoy the water!
Is Retro Modern Barn Apartment in the Heart of Grafton pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this condo is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Retro Modern Barn Apartment in the Heart of Grafton?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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