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Chester Farmhouse on 100 Acres, 15 Min to Okemo!

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9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Chester Farmhouse on 100 Acres, 15 Min to Okemo!

Welcome to 'Smokeshire Hilltop Farmhouse!' This lovely 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental sits on a plateau above the Williams River in Chester. Located on a working farm with beautiful grounds, the rustic farmhouse offers travels the ideal escape at any time of the year! Spend your day hiking the nearby trails in the summer or skiing the slopes at Okemo in the winter. After your adventures, cozy up by the wood-burning fireplace and enjoy a peaceful evening at home.

-- THE PROPERTY --

MRT-11153470-001 | Pet Friendly w/ Fee (Dogs & Horses Only) | Furnished Sunroom | Sleigh/Carriage Rides Available

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Beds, Full Bed | Bedroom 5: 2 Twin Beds | Study: Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR SPACE: Spacious unfenced yard, outdoor dining
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, DVD player, fireplace, dining table, shower/tub combo
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, dishware/flatware, toaster, spices, Keurig single-serve coffee maker, drip coffee maker, kettle, standing mixer
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, linens/towels, central heating, mini-split A/C & heating units
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, stairs required, 1 bedroom on 1st floor
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-stay), 1 exterior security camera (facing front entry), 4WD recommended in winter, homeowner on-site (private home, same property), limited cell service
PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

WINTER REC: Okemo Mountain Resort (8 miles), Magic Mountain Ski Area (18 miles), Bromley Mountain Ski Resort (29 miles), Killington Ski Area (30 miles), Stratton Mountain Resort (32 miles), Mount Snow Grand Summit Resort (46 miles)
SUMMER REC: The Fort At No 4 (17 miles), Wilgus State Park (20 miles), Mt Ascutney State Park (21 miles), Killington Ski Area (30 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Okemo State Forest (11 miles), Buttermilk Falls (11 miles), Mt Ascutney State Park (21 miles), Saint-Gaudens National Historic Park (27 miles), Pillsbury State Park (42 miles), Mt Sunapee State Park (40 miles)
AIRPORTS: Lebanon Municipal Airport (40 miles), Bradley International Airport (122 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs & horses only)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 28 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The 2-story property requires using stairs to enter
- NOTE: This house is located on a working farm and animals may be present during your stay
- NOTE: Four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is recommended in the winter months to access the property
- NOTE: The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality. There is a landline in the property
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features an exterior security camera located at the front door facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video and sound when motion is detected by the device
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay

Property manager

Evolve Vacation Rental Network

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Library

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Chester Farmhouse on 100 Acres, 15 Min to Okemo! Chester
404693

About the neighborhood

Map
Chester, VT

What's nearby

  • A Ski Lift - 18 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Fox Run Golf Course - 18 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Okemo Mountain Resort - 21 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Lake Rescue - 23 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Magic Mountain Ski Resort - 36 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Bellows Falls Station - 36 min drive
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodman's American Pie - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪DJ'S Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tom's Loft Tavern - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Stemwinder - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Southern Pie Company - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chester Farmhouse on 100 Acres, 15 Min to Okemo! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chester Farmhouse on 100 Acres, 15 Min to Okemo!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chester Farmhouse on 100 Acres, 15 Min to Okemo!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chester Farmhouse on 100 Acres, 15 Min to Okemo! located?

Situated in Chester, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Phineas Gage Memorial, Okemo Mountain Resort, and Fletcher Farm School for the Arts and Crafts. Bonnie's Bundles Dolls and DaVallia Art & Accents are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Chester Farmhouse on 100 Acres, 15 Min to Okemo! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smokeshire Farm July 2024
Lovely house on beautiful property. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Smokeshire Farm. We will never forget the moon rising over the hill or being greeted by the sheep in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Super cool property and great hosts
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W., Warwick, RI

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
It is definitely somewhat isolated but the fact that it was a working farm with horses and sheep was such a thrill for our grandkids (age 6-10). They loved feeding the horses and interacting with the owners. Sitting around the fire pit was relaxing for the adults. We were three generations and had a wonderful time interacting and enjoying seeing the children have such a good time. Our family dog seemed to like the farm atmosphere as well. Donna and Peter were wonderful hosts. We hope to go back some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!!
Fantastic. Very peaceful. Loved seeing the horses and sheep in the distance. Blueberry picking onsite, hiking trails out the door, kids playing in the shallow river down the hill. Echo lake and going up the chairlift at okemo were awesome. Fire pit was perfect. Attentive and friendly host. Overall we absolutely loved our stay and plan to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic New England farmhouse
Cozy and comfortable. Beautiful property and location. Great place to bring your dogs and kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F., Chalfont PA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
We had such a good time in this house. Clean, everything we needed. Donna, the owner was welcoming and came over within minutes when I let her know we ran out of propane for the grill. Fit our family of 9 perfectly. We were there during the hottest week of the summer and sleeping was comfortable since it gets cool at night. Thank you!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property and hosts, scary road!
This home was charming, huge, well stocked, etc. everything was excellent, perfectly described by hosts, and wonderful...the hosts absolutely did their job in describing the 2 miles up to the house, but I did not take it seriously enough. The hill wasn’t that bad (luckily it wasn’t snowing and I have AWD), but the 1.5 mile flat windy part was a new experience in the mud, next to a river. I am admittedly a terrible driver, so I would 100% recommend this house if you’re not afraid of a little dirt road ;)

10/10 Excellent

mary R.

A Favorite Family Vacation
Ten of us, ranging in age from 1.5-67, stayed at the farmhouse for two weeks in February and we had the time of our lives. Sheep! Horses!Bon Fires! Fires!Sledding! Sleigh rides! Peter and Donna could not have been more accomodating, truly lovely hosts, who shared their farm with us generously and kindly. It is an old farmhouse, not particularly clean, but that was irrelevant to us, we were cozy and warm, happy to be sharing this special place, feeling as though we took a step back in time, and delighted to do so.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gina B., Plaistow, NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house for our big family!
We had a great time at the Smokeshire property. Tons of room for the kids to play outside (loved sledding down the big hill). Close to Okemo and downtown Ludlow. The house was rustic and had a lot of history... something our family loved! Great home for a family getaway in a perfect VT setting!

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
Spent a weekend with the family there. The directions and expectations were well laid out. The place was clean and plenty of space to hang out for 7 adults and 3 kids. Beds were not the most comfortable but they made do.

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Heaven!
All twelve of us, ages 9 through 73, had a blast. Peter and Donna, managers, are friendly, helpful, and very responsive. Lots of great family spaces and privacy spots, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna L., Pelham

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation!
We had a fabulous time. It was a different type of vacation for our family and everyone loved it. There were 5 adults and 5 children ranging in age from 17-3. The electronics were at a minimum and we enjoyed each other's company and being outdoors. The grounds are beautiful and seeing the sheep, pigs and having the horses visit every evening was amazing. Our older grandchildren loved the library and the old books and history of the property that they found. This was so much better than everyone being on their phones and iPads. Donna and Peter were visible and available if needed. The house is over 200 years old and anyone booking this home needs to understand that. We just loved it! Thank you Donna, Peter, Sarah, Becky, Freole and Clark for a fabulous 4 days.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Octavian B., Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, relaxing weekend
Gorgeous rustic farmhouse on a beautiful secluded property. Great for a group of friends to catch up and relax over a long week end. The large outdoor space was especially great for our active dog to run around and burn off his energy. Donna and Peter always available to answer any questions, yet respecting our privacy. Our group of 14 people enjoyed the stay very much. We most probably come back in the winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Steven A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location...not worth the money...Sweaty Mess
PROS: Farm atmosphere very relaxing with beautiful horses right in site. CONS: The property is in disrepair. Numerous broken windows, allowing an array of flying friends in. Worn/slippery area rugs and dirty floors. The exterior landscaping was also overgrown along the home. The listing did state there was no air conditioning but there was ample opportunity and locations for a couple of window units for emergency heat conditions. The fans provided were cheap and barely moved the 95 degree air. Lastly there is a Nest camera inside the front porch area. These cameras can here everything and there should be NO CAMERAS ANYWHERE IN THE INTERIOR OF A RENTAL!! This is a real good one to scroll right by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ed B.

Enjoyable Country Farmhouse Stay
Our family had a wonderful stay at this farmhouse which had more than ample room for our group of 8 adults. The large living room with a fireplace was a great place for everyone to relax and hang out. The snow covered rolling hills of the farm were a perfect backdrop and provided some fun sledding. The owners/hosts were very thorough and detailed with information and assistance. It was a very enjoyable stay. E. Barry
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Pat L.

Cozy
Great time had by all
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike (Cheuk) L.

Inviting and Spacious
The Chester House is fully equip to house my whole party with no issues. Rooms are spacious and clean. House is fully heated. Porch / Mud room was able to hold all our ski and snowboards. Will definitely rent again if this house is available for Okemo!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

The house is charming, rustic, spacious, and warm. Property was picturesque!
We stayed in the Smokeshire Farmhouse this Christmas, and the experience was everything we has hoped it would be and more. There were 8 adults and 6 children in our group, and there was plenty of space in the house for everyone to eat, sleep and relax comfortably. The house has a charming, rustic feel, and was fully equipped with everything you could possibly need during your stay. The property was amazing. The kids enjoyed skating on the pond, sledding down the hill, hiking in the woods, and interacting with the animals, especially Clark the horse who is quite friendly, and the farmers dogs. The property is picturesque and completely secluded! We really enjoyed our stay, and look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

chitra r.

Wonderful place for families
We loved staying in this charming, idiosyncratic farmhouse. It was the perfect place for 4 families with kids. Some of us explored the wider region, some of us just explored the hillside, the farm itself, and the stream down the hill - all of us were happy. The house is comfortable, the kitchen is a pleasure to cook in, the views and atmosphere are wonderful and make it such a retreat from everything. Donna was so helpful and communicative. We hope to come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

MAHIT B.

Beautiful property
Stayed here with 3 other couples. Nice big bedrooms. Ample of space for everyone. Amazing grill and fire pit in the back. You wake up to Green pastures with sheep and horses ! The owners were super awesome and let us eat fresh raspberries and blueberries right from the bushes. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shankari Swetaambari A.

Great value for money !
Beautiful farm with lots of activities. Wonderful hosts !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Great Weekend getaway for three generations!
Plenty of room and amenities for grandparents, three adult children and three grandkid skiers!! Almost had to cancel due to wicked NorEaster coming in on Friday, but we made it here and so glad we did on Friday! The working farm is classic Vermont, the hill off the pond was perfect for sledding and the slopes are 20 minutes away. The owners were away, but the caretakers stopped by to check in on us. All you need to do is bring your food and libations, the rest is here! Highly recommend to all! Thanks! Looking forward to next year! Peter and Karin Conopask, Rhode Island
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W., Santa Fe, NM

A great place for a midwinter gathering at picturesque working farm
Donna and Peter are great hosts. The farm is so amazing and the house is very spacious and great for a group of women friends on their annual getaway, plenty of room to spread out in this old farmhouse, chat by the fireplace or snowshoe around the property and meet the beautiful workhorses! We made some great dinners in, and also went out to explore, eat and shop in the typical Vermont towns nearby. Thanks Donna for everything! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M.

Smokeshire Hilltop Farms is a winter wonderland! Donna and Pete spoiled us all!
The house, its eating, sleeping, relaxing, and playing accommodations were well suited for our family of 12 from 7 years to 71— everyone had a blast! Donna’s prompt and thoughtful responses from the moment we signed on were an accurate reflection of the care and attention to detail our stay would receive. We all strongly recommend the farm: there is loads of space inside and out. Skiing and stores are nearby yet, once on the farm, one feels completely shut off from the rest of the world. Idyllic! None of us will ever forget this Christmas week at Smokeshire. Thank you, Donna and Pete, for the incredible memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Leigh A.

Relaxing long weekend
Charming old farmhouse in a beautiful setting and good location for accessing other sites in Vermont - nice view of the mountains, great patio and fire pit out back. It accommodated our group of 7 very comfortably. Loved the daily visit of the horses and enjoyed feeding them carrots and apples. The sheep were just across from the house and welcomed us with their "baaaas". Extra bonus - the blueberries and raspberries were ripe and ready to be picked. Ludlow is just a few minutes away and we enjoyed buying dinner at the Farmer's Market. Donna and her husband were most gracious and helpful. Would love to have known more about the history of the house and farm.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017