Eco-friendly charming Farmhouse w\/ Screen Porch, Swimming Pond, Gardens & Trails
About this farm stay rental
Located in Woodbury, this lovely farm stay for R 3,673 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Are you looking for a sustainable, eco-friendly vacation option? Enjoy 34 acres of fun and relaxation - hiking trails, creeks and waterfall, with several meditative spaces in a private setting. This is primarily a Saturday to Saturday, seasonal rental. Some exceptions made in Fall. The very large, screened porch of this 1800's farmhouse has beautiful views of the extensive gardens (featured in the book "The Invisible Garden'), a swimming pond with koi fish, and nearby hills. There is a waterfall in the stone foundation ruins of an old sawmill across the road (on the property). Grab a book from the extensive, eclectic library and relax in a hammock. Bring your well-behaved dog! If you are planning to work remotely, we provide free WIFI + extenders. AT&T calls do work and Zoom calls are best done via the Internet. There is a large Smart TV for on-demand viewing. This rambling farmhouse retains the charm of the late 1800's and 1930's - it is authentic, rather than a renovated approximation. This is what makes it eco-friendly! There is no air-conditioning or dishwasher. Just ceiling fans in every bedroom, and in the main rooms. Apart from the electricity, this is a self-sustaining house. The property is largely wooded, apart from 3.5 acres of well-kept lawn and gardens surrounding the house. The biodiversity and wildlife add to the charm. It's a perfect getaway for families - with a high chair, booster seat, pack & play, books, toys and games. Small log cabin for kids' play. Kitchen essentials and all linens provided. Eco-friendly new fridge, electric stove + washer and dryer just off the kitchen - the style of which will remind you of a grandmother's country kitchen. Traditional, sustainable, Scottish shower (i.e. lower water pressure from a gravity-fed water from a cistern). The water is safe for both cooking and drinking. There are 2 vintage wood stoves, 1 nearly new propane gas grill and 1 campfire pit w/4 Adirondack chairs. There are also 2 kayaks, 1 canoe and 1 SUP for your use - there is a boat cart to bring a kayak down to West Hill Pond (a short walk away). Conveniently situated 20 minutes between Montpelier and St. Johnsbury. Close to several ponds, Groton State Park, great local food stores, farmers markets, and microbreweries. Lower your carbon footprint, while stepping back in time!
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Woodbury, VT
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(30 Reviews)
5.0
This place was just what we needed! The house was adorable and cozy and the property was beautiful!
5.0
A comfortable and well-equipped house (with a great library, too). The screen porch overlooking the pond and garden is a splendid place to sit and read, chat, or just space out.
5.0
Quiet and cozy. Didn’t get to enjoy as much as we would have liked. Busy with a wedding in near by town.
5.0
Our stay in this home was magical ! The copy of the book "The Secret Garden" written by the previous owner tied our stay together into a wonderful bundle we were not expecting. The history of this adorable farmhouse added to our stay. If you love to stay in a private quite home with plenty to do at home and in the area this home is it. Regretfully the recent tragic flooding limited our outside adventures ,we hope to return to this home.
4.0
We had a lovely time at the Cabot farmhouse. The swimming pond, fire pit and grounds for lawn games was perfect.
5.0
A gorgeous spot! We floated with the koi in the rain, slack lined, kayaked at west hill pond, spent much of the time on the big screened porch. The house is lovely. A perfect vacation.
5.0
Having read “The Invisible Garden” before our visit allowed us an interesting view of the history of this property. Close to many scenic trails as well as Burt’s Orchard featuring many varieties of u-pick apples and the best cider doughnuts you’ll find anywhere. Family and pets were all very comfortable. Looking forward to another stay here!
5.0
Gorgeous private rental
We and our dogs loved this big old home with lots of private spaces, lush gardens and comfortable beds. We enjoyed the pond and all the animal life around it. The kitchen is well-equipped. Cabot is a great springboard for lots of great summer activities. We'd like to go back.
5.0
Relaxing family vacation
Such a beautiful property, gardens, and home. This property is perfect for a family with children that wants to enjoy the outdoors, gardens, aquatic life, and quality family time. The house is stocked with everything you need in your home for a vacation. We hiked, went to the Cabot Farmer’s store in Waterbury, Ben and Jerry’s, Positive Pie in Hardwick, ate maple creemees all over the place 😀, spent a day in Burlington, visited Lake Willoughby, Sentinal Rock, Wayside restaurant in Montpelier, Bragg Farm Sugarhouse… and so much more.
The screened porch is amazing for relaxing, dining, and napping in the hammock. Toys and board games were fun for the kids, as was the playhouse, slack line, and fire pit. I would recommend bringing as many groceries as you can carry with you, as there is limited convenient shopping choices if you are in need of feeding your family for a week long stay. We were aware of this before we arrived, as this was a return visit to this house for us, so we had loaded up before we got there. Also. Internet is spotty in the area as is expected, so make sure you have either a paper map or take some screenshots on your phone, of your info to enter the house etc. when at the house wifi was great. Would def recommend!!
5.0
Property was perfect for what I needed. Private setting with beautiful grounds. Very peaceful and conducive to reflection.
5.0
Working vacation for music composition and arrangement
Property was perfect for what I needed. Private setting with beautiful grounds. Very peaceful and conducive to reflection.
5.0
Excellent location and central to lots of sightseeing state parks and water.
Wonderful large screened in porch where we spent a lot of time. Pond super for cooling off and so fun to feed the fish with little ones. Beautiful grounds and wonderful flowers. Enjoy your stay
4.0
Beautiful property! The house wasn't as clean as it could be, the fridge & stove needed attention, there were bugs & cobwebs inside, and the water pressure was horrible but we had a good time after some cleanup. The koi fish were friendly and awesome! Thanks for a great family getaway.
5.0
Sweet and beautiful
Excellent location and central to lots of sightseeing state parks and water.
Wonderful large screened in porch where we spent a lot of time. Pond super for cooling off and so fun to feed the fish with little ones. Beautiful grounds and wonderful flowers. Enjoy your stay
4.0
This was a charming place and perfect for our family of 6. Loved the screened-in porch! While the "swimming pond" is really more of a fish pond, West Hill Pond is a short distance away with swimming and kayaking readily available. Thank you for the kayak!
4.0
Family vacation
Beautiful property! The house wasn't as clean as it could be, the fridge & stove needed attention, there were bugs & cobwebs inside, and the water pressure was horrible but we had a good time after some cleanup. The koi fish were friendly and awesome! Thanks for a great family getaway.
4.0
Farmhouse stay
This was a charming place and perfect for our family of 6. Loved the screened-in porch! While the "swimming pond" is really more of a fish pond, West Hill Pond is a short distance away with swimming and kayaking readily available. Thank you for the kayak!
5.0
Great getaway for my family. Beautifully rustic with fun little cabin for the kids, clean place with comfy beds and well appointed kitchen. I hope to return in the future. Owner was quick to respond and very helpful. Yay Cabot House!
5.0
Lovely, Large Country House
Great getaway for my family. Beautifully rustic with fun little cabin for the kids, clean place with comfy beds and well appointed kitchen. I hope to return in the future. Owner was quick to respond and very helpful. Yay Cabot House!
5.0
My best friend and I (in our 40s) took our moms (in their 70s) on a fall leave-viewing trip to VT. We are so glad we decided to stay in Cabot, away from the hustle and bustle of Stowe. The property is spectacular! After reading the book The Invisible Garden, we couldn't wait to tour all that Dorothy had described. The flowers, pond, mountain trail, and waterfall were all breathtaking. We gathered a gorgeous wildflower bouquet as we walked. The air smelled sweet and fresh.
The house is also a treasure. We were mostly in the kitchen and dining area, although we did spend late evenings in the living area near the main staircase. The house has two heating systems, which kept us nice and toasty. Our favorite place was the big screened patio overlooking the pond. We bundled up and had our coffee out there every morning. We were also lucky enough to see stars at night! No light pollution out there!
We had a great time investigating Cabot (eat at the tiny diner in the Hardware store), Montpelier (eat at Down Home, Sarducci's and the farmer's market on Saturday am), and Hardwick (eat at The Village Restaurant and Positive Pie). The food was the best we've ever had!
Thank you, Amy for sharing your beautiful home! We loved it!!
5.0
Best trip ever!
My best friend and I (in our 40s) took our moms (in their 70s) on a fall leave-viewing trip to VT. We are so glad we decided to stay in Cabot, away from the hustle and bustle of Stowe. The property is spectacular! After reading the book The Invisible Garden, we couldn't wait to tour all that Dorothy had described. The flowers, pond, mountain trail, and waterfall were all breathtaking. We gathered a gorgeous wildflower bouquet as we walked. The air smelled sweet and fresh.
The house is also a treasure. We were mostly in the kitchen and dining area, although we did spend late evenings in the living area near the main staircase. The house has two heating systems, which kept us nice and toasty. Our favorite place was the big screened patio overlooking the pond. We bundled up and had our coffee out there every morning. We were also lucky enough to see stars at night! No light pollution out there!
We had a great time investigating Cabot (eat at the tiny diner in the Hardware store), Montpelier (eat at Down Home, Sarducci's and the farmer's market on Saturday am), and Hardwick (eat at The Village Restaurant and Positive Pie). The food was the best we've ever had!
Thank you, Amy for sharing your beautiful home! We loved it!!
4.0
The house is very nice and the screen porch was wonderful. Turns out we weren’t really private pond kind of people but I’d you don’t mind swimming with koi fish the pond was refreshing. There is lots of space and the 2 living room areas were nice to have. It is a beautiful area but with all the greenery and all make sure you bring bug and tick spray. The owner was great the deal with.
4.0
Cabot home
The house is very nice and the screen porch was wonderful. Turns out we weren’t really private pond kind of people but I’d you don’t mind swimming with koi fish the pond was refreshing. There is lots of space and the 2 living room areas were nice to have. It is a beautiful area but with all the greenery and all make sure you bring bug and tick spray. The owner was great the deal with.
5.0
My husband and I, with our three labs, rented this property to celebrate our anniversary. It was so relaxing and peaceful. We all had a wonderful time cooling off and swimming in the pond. One of our dogs suffers from wicked anxiety, the whole time there he never needed his anxiety medicine. Even he was completely comfortable there. The screened porch was our favorite spot to hang out. We will definitely request the property again next year!
5.0
Absolutely Splendid!!
My husband and I, with our three labs, rented this property to celebrate our anniversary. It was so relaxing and peaceful. We all had a wonderful time cooling off and swimming in the pond. One of our dogs suffers from wicked anxiety, the whole time there he never needed his anxiety medicine. Even he was completely comfortable there. The screened porch was our favorite spot to hang out. We will definitely request the property again next year!
5.0
Wow! What a GREAT experience! We booked during the FALL FOLIAGE and it did not disappoint. The house with its screened patio overlooking the pond was so beautiful and comfortable! We thoroughly enjoyed it! The bakery in Marshfield has chef quality food (even though you would NEVER guess that!). Sarah's little diner at the back of the hardware store was so quaint and delicious! The general store was stocked with just about everything you need. We went to the Cabot creamery, drove route 100, and many other routes. What a LOVELY EXPERIENCE!!! JUST DO IT!
5.0
The property is easily found off the beaten path. Spotless and full of anything and everything you’d want in a home away.We look forward to coming back again.
5.0
AMAZING!!!
Wow! What a GREAT experience! We booked during the FALL FOLIAGE and it did not disappoint. The house with its screened patio overlooking the pond was so beautiful and comfortable! We thoroughly enjoyed it! The bakery in Marshfield has chef quality food (even though you would NEVER guess that!). Sarah's little diner at the back of the hardware store was so quaint and delicious! The general store was stocked with just about everything you need. We went to the Cabot creamery, drove route 100, and many other routes. What a LOVELY EXPERIENCE!!! JUST DO IT!
5.0
Absolutely charming!
The property is easily found off the beaten path. Spotless and full of anything and everything you’d want in a home away.
We look forward to coming back again.
4.0
Beautiful
I loved sitting on the screened in porch. So beautiful and tranquil.
5.0
Wonderful place!
Loved every minute at this house. Beautiful location, comfortable and clean home. Spent our evenings on the screened porch watching the fire flies and listening to the frogs and peepers in the pond. A memorable experience. Eager to stay here again.
5.0
Charming, fabulous, clean, so well laid out
My husband, four children and I stayed at the farmhouse for a long weekend and we can not wait to schedule a follow up trip!!!
The home was clean and cheeerful and spacious and had all of the amenities you could hope for. The property was exceptional, and the gardens and pond were a dream for my family.
We love outdoor time as a family, and this home served our needs. The screened in porch was awesome, and the playhouse was so cute and so fun for the kids. We made s’mores at the fire pit, watched lightning bugs, went in a little hike on the property, saw the waterfall, caught frogs and salamanders... it was a true paradise for my 8,6,4 and 1 year olds!
We got dinner one evening at positive pie which was great, we visited Cabot cheese, and made a day trip to Woodstock where we walked around the adorable town and went to Sugarbush Maple Farm for syrup and cheese.
The owner was easy to contact and had a handy book full of info about the home. Also be sure to look through the library of books. We found the invisible garden book which was a treat to look through.
Vermont is our new favorite place, and that is saying something because we have always been beach goers. I think we may have new vacation plans in the years to come!
5.0
A superb gem-of-a-house for the whole family
After driving a good 5hrs+ straight, it was a relief to finally reach our destination - and what a destination this place is! Located along a quiet Vermont country backroad, this splendid property has true charm and character in buckets, from the koi pond (which my kids loved, especially being able to feed the fish) to the wood-burning stoves keeping us cosy warm to the very large collection of books to the netted porch with relaxing views of the lovely garden...I could go on but don't want to spoil it for you!
There are many activities to enjoy in the area, catering to a wide variety of needs not least including a scenic drive up Stowe mountain road and through Smugglers Notch, eating out in Montpelier, tour of the Ben & Jerrys factory (plus free samples!), visiting the nearby maple sugar farms for delicious wares, hiking some of the many trails available, Rock of Ages in nearby Barre, etc.
We would very much love to come back here, and from the look of how far in advance the bookings can get it seems a lot of others are agreeing just how lovely Cabot Farmhouse really is for a pleasant and enjoyable vacation, whatever time of year.
One thing I would highly recommend is DownStreet Eats on the main road through nearby Cabot. We ate breakfast there on our last morning and wished we had found it at the start of our holiday - superb tasty food in a welcoming and well set out location.
4.0
Charming Country Living
The four of us had lots of space to spread out in the well-furnished farmhouse. The pond was great fun, especially for our dog, who loved to swim in it and herd the koi fish. There is substantial lawn space for games. A fifteen minute walk to the north is West Hill Pond, a favorite swimming pond. The well-stocked Cabot grocery store is a very short drive. I enjoyed the short hike in the woods back of the property and going across the road to take in the waterfall. A great blue heron visited the pond often. When the weather was dry, the water pressure in the house fell low and we had some trouble with toilets, which were slow to refill and tended to clog. Easy to solve with a bucket of water and a plunger. The old electric stove has some quirks which the owner is aware of; and she will probably be replacing it. The TV for watching DVD's has an on/off again buzz, so she might want to replace that TV too. Internet service was very reliable. I enjoyed reading "The Invisible Garden" written by a previous owner about acquiring and landscaping the property. The entire house is filled with books; everyone's bound to find something wonderful in the collection. I also recommend the used book store in Plainfield for bibliophiles or anyone looking for a summer read.
5.0
Cabot Farmhouse
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cabot Farmhouse. We loved the porch -- early morning sun as we drank our coffee and nicely shaded afternoons. The beautiful gardens, koi pond and rushing stream made Cabot Farmhouse peaceful and relaxing. For anyone interested in hiking, the house was about one hour from Camel's Hump and Mount Mansfield. We also enjoyed visits to Montpelier and Burlington. The house was stocked with everything we needed and the owner quickly responded to any questions. We look forward to visiting again!
5.0
Awesome Family Retreat
Finding family friendly lodging in this area of Vermont had been challenging on previous visits to my son's. We were delighted to discover this large and well-loved farmhouse tucked in the woods near Cabot. The house was accurately described and fully equipped for our week-long stay. We spent most of our time on the large screened porch that was on the back of the house and overlooked the koi pond (by the way, those fish are mesmerizing!). There was enough well-furnished space that we were never on top of one another and finding that the house was very kid friendly (including toys and highchair) made our stay with grandchildren even easier. As we arrived early in the summer season, on the one rainy day we had, we built a wood fire in the big pot-bellied stove between the kitchen and the den - wonderful! We also enjoyed reading about the garden development by a previous owner (copies of this book were on the well-stocked library shelves) - and what a lovely garden it was!
5.0
Home Away From Home in Beautiful Surroundings
We spent a lovely summer week in this beautiful, comfortable home, and both the adults and the kids had a great time. The kids loved feeding the fish, picking berries in the yard, and watching the hummingbirds flit around the flowers. The adults loved the beautiful gardens and the quiet, scenic rural Vermont location. For those who feel like a little traveling, there are some quaint little towns nearby, with a variety of restaurants, and Burlington - with the Eco Center aquarium, the Lake Champlain chocolate factory, and a nice pedestrian mall full of shops and restaurants, among many other attractions - is about an hour away. We will definitely be back this summer!
5.0
Relaxing 1800s Vermont Farmhouse
What a delightful place to unwind and enjoy the beauty of rural Vermont. This farmhouse has the most wonderful expansive porch open to nature and beautiful gardens. We were able to eat meals both inside and out. The kitchen is well supplied. We have been here in the cold and loved using the potbellied woodburning stoves which make for a cozy relaxing time. Walking on the grounds, reading from the well stocked bookshelves or just playing games was therapeutic. The farmhouse is also close to Cabot Cheese Factory and Ben and Jerry's Icecream Factory. We will return!
Helene and Chuck - Toledo, OH
5.0
Bring me back to the farm in Cabot VT.
My family and I had a very relaxing stay at this beautiful farmhouse last summer in Cabot VT. The property offers great hiking trails, opportunity to cool off with a swim in the pond and multiple places to picknick. The gardens are gorgious. My one year old son enjoyed feeding the fish and we all loved swimming in the pond. The house is spacious with comfortable bedrooms, cozy nooks to read and a beautiful screened in porch to relax and listen to the crickets singing near the pond.
5.0
Paradise found
If I could afford a vacation home, this would be my dream house. Perfectly situated in beautiful Vermont, this is an ideal getaway. Remote enough so that you feel you are alone in the world, yet conveniently located to know that you are not. One of the most relaxing vacations I've been on. The garden is beautiful - so wonderful to sit on the screened-in back porch and just watch nature in all its glory.
There is more than enough to do in the state of Vermont - all within 20 minutes of this location. Hiking the land is not strenous, but there is enough of it to get your exercise.
The house is very charming, the owners wonderful, and the scenary to die for.
I can't wait to go back and experience it all again.
FAQs
How much does this farm stay cost compared to others in Woodbury?
The average price for a rental in Woodbury is R 4,041 per night. This rental is R 368 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this farm stay?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Eco-friendly charming Farmhouse w\/ Screen Porch, Swimming Pond, Gardens & Trails. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this farm stay?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Eco-friendly charming Farmhouse w\/ Screen Porch, Swimming Pond, Gardens & Trails. Enjoy the water!
Is Eco-friendly charming Farmhouse w\/ Screen Porch, Swimming Pond, Gardens & Trails pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this farm stay is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Eco-friendly charming Farmhouse w\/ Screen Porch, Swimming Pond, Gardens & Trails?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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