Gardner Residence and Gardens
Apartment in Charlotte, VT
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this apartment rental
The 850 sf first floor suite offers one bedroom with one queen sized bed, a 3/4 bath, spacious foyer and a comfortable sitting and dining area. The entrance and all aspects of the suite are handicap accessible. It also offers seasonal availability to a stone patio with a large fire pit and access to 2.4 acres of beautifully manicured lawns and gardens. Your experienced hosts live on the 2nd and 3rd floors. Guests are assured of privacy and tranquility in a setting with exceptional views.
The sitting area provides a refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker and a full inventory of dishes and utensils. Two large south facing windows give great views of the lawn, flower gardens and Mt Philo. A comfortable loveseat, nautical library and some fun games gives you all you need to relax after a full day.
The Gardner Residence is located 1 mile north of Mt. Philo State Park. Drive or walk to the summit to enjoy a spectacular 180 degree view of Lake Champlain and the New York Adirondack mountain range. Take your camera, the sunsets are incredible. Charlotte beach and Lake Champlain are a delightful 5 minute drive away.
Shelburne Farms and Shelburne Museum are Vermont's #1 tourist attractions and located just 10 minutes away. Numerous casual and fine dining restaurants are within a 5 mile radius. The Gardner Residence rural setting is ideal for long bike rides, hikes up Mt. Philo. paddle boarding on the lake and long walks on country roads. End each day relaxing by the fire pit.
The sitting area provides a refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker and a full inventory of dishes and utensils. Two large south facing windows give great views of the lawn, flower gardens and Mt Philo. A comfortable loveseat, nautical library and some fun games gives you all you need to relax after a full day.
The Gardner Residence is located 1 mile north of Mt. Philo State Park. Drive or walk to the summit to enjoy a spectacular 180 degree view of Lake Champlain and the New York Adirondack mountain range. Take your camera, the sunsets are incredible. Charlotte beach and Lake Champlain are a delightful 5 minute drive away.
Shelburne Farms and Shelburne Museum are Vermont's #1 tourist attractions and located just 10 minutes away. Numerous casual and fine dining restaurants are within a 5 mile radius. The Gardner Residence rural setting is ideal for long bike rides, hikes up Mt. Philo. paddle boarding on the lake and long walks on country roads. End each day relaxing by the fire pit.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Charlotte, VT
££££
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Gail and Ollie are wonderful hosts, and for this sailor to wash ashore in such a lush landscape/garden setting, all I could do was take it all in. The views, the hosts par excellance, the fire pit, proximity to Champlain, great local eateries, all made this a memorable trip, worthy of repeating! Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed for 2 nights and found the rooms comfortable and lovely. We loved the sailing decor and learning about our host's sailing adventures. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and spacious. Lovely view of Mount Philo and the location was convenient to Lake Champlain, Mount Philo state park, Shelburne and Burlington (and the ferry to Essex, NY).
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful accommodating hosts with a beautiful property! Loved the fascinating stories and conversation around the evening fire pit, and the helpful suggestions for touring this gorgeous area. Communication was frequent and easy. Shelburne Museum and Shelburne Farms were great local spots we really enjoyed, as well as the summit view at Mt. Philo State Park. Enjoyed local dining venues Backyard Bistro and Barkeaters and enjoyed both meals immensely. Toured the local towns, and drove to Ben & Jerry’s, Stowe and the Trapp Family lodge. Thank you Oliver and Gayle for a lovely Memorial weekend!
10.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed our stay on this lovely, clean, well appointed property. Oliver is a fascinating, accommodating man who it would be great to get to talk to more.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a very sweet time enjoying this property. It was very peaceful and quiet. The pool table was a wonderful surprise. Unfortunately, while we were there, it was raining so we didn't get to enjoy the Gardens much, but they were beautiful.
10.0 / 10.0
Our stay was great. We arrived late at night, and Gayle was very responsive to texts and even stayed up to welcome us when we got there. We would definitely stay again if we find ourselves back in Vermont.
10.0 / 10.0
Very lovely and quiet. Plenty of room to relax. Beautiful gardens. Good location for us.
10.0 / 10.0
We were able to really enjoy the peace and quiet and reconnect in the beauty of the property.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful place to stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely home with beautiful landscaping and views of the surrounding hills. Very nicely decorated, comfortable. Location was rural but is a quick drive to attractions and into town. Gracious friendly hosts. Special place!
10.0 / 10.0
It was a pleasure to stay on Oliver & Gayles lovely property with a clean & comfortable accommodation.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely property, beautiful gardens. Nice accomodations and living space. All was excellent, Oliver and Gayle are both fantastic. Would go back. Also very good food closer than I thought it would be. Didn't need to go back to Burlington. Good closer options. First time in Vermont and want to go back.
10.0 / 10.0
We were in town for a wedding and had the perfect stay at Olive's beautiful home. The grounds are so lush and lovely, making a tranquil respite during an otherwise busy weekend. Oliver was gracious and so friendly, but respected our privacy throughout our stay. I wish we had more time getting to know him. What a fascinating backstory his photos and artwork tell! We'll be back for sure.
10.0 / 10.0
Location was ideal for us as it was very close to family. Very peaceful and quiet. Enjoyed the time spent with Oliver & Gayle. We’d like to stay there again if we come back to visit family in future years.
10.0 / 10.0
The accommodations at the Gardner home were exceptional. Although we missed the peak summer season, it was apparent that the property is absolutely stunning when everything is in bloom. The views from the bedroom and sitting room were beautiful. Can’t say enough good things about Oliver and Gayle, our hosts. Both are very interesting people and wonderful conversationalists. They provided useful insights about the area and we got to know a little about them in our short stay. Oliver was also very accommodating to our needs. We will definitely return in the future.
10.0 / 10.0
The location and comfort level of this lovely 1-bedroom were sincerely wonderful, the views serene, and Oliver and Gayle were hospitable and charming, and kept they more than kept our attention with stories of their adventurous and fascinating lives.
We've stayed many times over the years north of Burlington and in the city, but did not have much experience with towns to the south. There are many special spots to visit -- Oliver's advice was on the mark -- and hidden gems to find on your own.
The Gardner's home is a special spot for anyone seeking some respite, access to natural beauty, interesting dining, and country roads that both inspire and calm. Oliver and Gayle are among the best ambassadors for why the VRBO model works so well.
Thanks again Oliver and Gayle.
10.0 / 10.0
Where do I start? Upon entering the property, there is designated guest parking right outside the home. We were greeted by the ever-pleasant Oliver who gave us a breakdown of our accommodations and the local areas to visit. The home is extremely clean and comes with anything you’d need for a few wonderful nights. The property is expansive with beautiful grounds and a great view of Mt. Philo.
Oliver provides a binder with ideas of places to go and to eat. Our stay was only a couple days, but we made the most of it. There is nothing more beautiful than catching the sunset from Mt. Philo. Don’t stop at the first overlook when you go, make sure to go to the end and walk the short trail to the last overlook so you can see Lake Champlain.
There is also a guest-to-guest book with great experiences detailed by prior guests as well.
Our only disappointment was that we didn’t get to spend more time at the property and learning about the amazing life that Oliver has lived. The stories he shared in our short visit really makes one want to experience life at its fullest. We plan on coming back, for a longer time, to learn more about the area and to visit longer with Oliver, a clear bastion of knowledge! See you soon Oliver!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location. Plenty to see and do around the area. Host has incredible stories and a true community experience. Felt like visiting friends instead of just being a guest
10.0 / 10.0
And a comfortable bed...
10.0 / 10.0
Very clean, beautiful views of the mountains and nice patio to relax on and look out to the landscaping. Also a pool table to play.
10.0 / 10.0
It was extremely quiet and serene. The grounds were beautiful and the space was lovely, large and homey.
Fantastic experience!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful location with impeccable grounds. You will find a safe, comfortable and clean stay at this VRBO. Access to Mt. Philo is just down the road. Your host will take care of your needs.
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice accommodations. Enjoyed meeting and visiting with Oliver. Anticipate returning.
10.0 / 10.0
Owners are great hosts and knowledgeable. We enjoyed many conversations with them. The property has wonderful trees, flowers and country fence and many birds. Great time all the way around!
10.0 / 10.0
The neighborhood is beautiful and picturesque.
10.0 / 10.0
Stayed two nights at the Gardner Residence. We arranged this a bit last minute but Oliver and Gail were wonderful in taking care of us! We had plans in Burlington our only full day there, so didn't spend a great deal of time on site. Would recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
We had an exceptionally wonderful stay! The accommodations were lovely with a comfortable sitting room, spacious bedroom and well appointed bathroom. The gardens and property were beautiful and relaxing and the location is very convenient to attractions & Charlotte ferry. Oliver and Gayle are wonderful hosts. Oliver gave my husband great suggestions for running trails and we so enjoyed asking him about his sailing and life adventures. Meeting new people is one of the joys of traveling and Oliver made our stay a truly memorable experience! Highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
My son and his wife very much enjoyed their 5-day stay. It met all their needs. They appreciated host Oliver's friendliness and helpfulness.
10.0 / 10.0
This property was incredible. Beautiful peaceful area. The landscaping around the house was phenomenal. All the rooms were super clean and better looking than any hotel. The owner was super friendly and very accommodating. He also gave very good information about places to visit in the area. The price was also very reasonable. I would not hesitate to stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Mini trip from MTL
The property is immaculate and the location terrific for exploring surrounding areas. The interior space was sparkling clean with a comfortable bed, lovely bathroom with beautiful views throughout. The hosts are lovely and interesting. I will absolutely be back and highly recommended this stay❤️
10.0 / 10.0
A+++
The property was amazing! The pictures do not do it justice. Oliver was a great host.
10.0 / 10.0
Exceptional Accommodations
We enjoyed our stay in the lovely home of Oliver and Gayle. The accommodations are comfortable and welcoming, and the landscape and gardens are beautiful! A fantastic region of Vermont to explore. We already look forward to our return.
10.0 / 10.0
Super exceeded our expectations!
Great country setting, gracious hosts and a beautiful area to explore. Could not ask for more!
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice, peaceful, and comfortable place
This property suited our 3 night stay for exploring the Burlington area. A short drive away from hiking, biking, scenic views, good food, and general scouting around. The hosts were friendly, interesting, welcoming, and engaging. The private porch and side patio were relaxing. The house was clean - actually spotless. We would definitely stay here again on the next visit to the area.
10.0 / 10.0
East Coast Vacation
Between the hosts, the beautiful gardens and home we shared
for our vacation back east ~ this rental exceeded all of our
expectations. The location is perfect for touring the area for the major sites and historic towns. Our two day stay was far too short a time to spend at this home away from home!
We will be back for a longer stay in our favorite spot @ the
Garden Inn! Oliver ~ Keep an eye out for our next request!
I look forward to sitting out on the porch and enjoying your
bit of paradise! Susan
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful Property
We had a great time!
8.0 / 10.0
No TV or radio
Need door between floors
Need fridge/icemaker
10.0 / 10.0
The Gardners were very hospitable and friendly. The space allotted to us was very clean and spacious. The grounds are maintained very well and have beautiful views of nearby mountain ranges. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and our gracious hosts thank you again.
10.0 / 10.0
A Vermont Gem
The property was lovely. A tranquil location for the perfect getaway. The owner was kind and very personable.
10.0 / 10.0
The Host with the Most
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Gardner. Oliver is such a gracious host and the grounds and scenery are absolutely stunning.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Charlotte?
The average price for a rental in Charlotte is £384 per night. This rental is £222 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Gardner Residence and Gardens. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Gardner Residence and Gardens pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Gardner Residence and Gardens?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and wheelchair accessible.
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