Vermont at our family getaway is relaxing and fun no matter what the season. Set on more than 5 acres with lovely flower gardens and views of the mountains, our home is conveniently located a half mile from Manchester Village and to all the seasonal activities that the Manchester area offers. The sunny first floor of our home features exposed beams and posts, a living room with a wood-burning fireplace and an open concept kitchen, dining room, and den area with a wood-burning stove. The kitchen has new stainless steel appliances and is well stocked for those that like to cook. Off the dining area is a screened-in porch with a dining table for 8 and a view of the Green Mountains. The porch leads to a marble patio and gardens. On the first floor, you will also find the master bedroom with master bath ensuite and a second bedroom and half-bath. The second floor has a large bedroom and full bathroom with dressing area. All rooms have hardwood floors except for tiling in the bathrooms and mudroom. We have only owned this home since spring 2018. Furnishings, whether new and mid-century modern or vintage farmhouse, are fresh. Linens are crisp. Our home is relaxing, comfortable and sunny, and set up well for multiple couples, a girls weekend or a family stay. Whether you plan to visit to ski, hike, bike, see a play, attend a wedding, relax and read on the patio, you will find that our home and the area offers something for everyone! Please note we have another building on our property, a barn which was converted to a loft apartment, which is accessed further down the same driveway. We may be staying in the barn, and we will be offering it for rent starting in February 2018. Please let us know if you have a large party and would like both houses! The barn is far enough away from the house to ensure privacy for both parties. Guests will be able to access all spaces (except two small closets where we store items). Generally, we are not available in person. It is possible we may be staying in the barn apartment during a guest's' stay at the house. We would alert our guests to this fact ahead of time. We typically try to give our house guests privacy in this situation, but we are always happy to help with information about the area and to obviously, address any problems. The setting is rural, but Manchester Village and the Equinox resort are only half a mile away. Equinox Mountain has a great network of trails, ranging from a leisurely walk around a gorgeous pond to a fairly strenuous hike to the summit. Hildene is also less than a mile up the street with 12 miles of walking or cross country skiing trails, historical home tour and events. Two golf courses are in .5 miles or less - and these can be used to cross country ski as well.