Charming Historic Home in Vermont

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(19 Reviews)

House in Chester, VT

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Sunshine, flowers, Farmers' Markets, hikes and starry nights are here. Scents fill the air and the birds are calling. Stay in a lovely home, fully equipped for your comfort. The Gideon Lee House has all the mod cons: speedy wifi, air conditioned rooms, comfortable beds, fluffy towels, fully equipped kitchen, tv with Bose speaker, cosy gas fireplace for cool mornings, a fire pit for outdoor fun and a lovely neighborhood to walk in. Our guests love the Gideon Lee House, a home away from home.

The house is eco-friendly with energy efficient appliances, solar panels(on the back barn roof) and Tesla batteries. We ask guests to re-cycle and compost if possible. We encourage you to use the fire-pit, outdoor grill and enjoy the outdoors. The neighborhood and town are walker friendly!

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Chester, VT

Nearby attractions

Montshire Museum of Science

32.8 mi

Quechee Gorge Bridge

26.7 mi

Saint-Gaudens National Historical Site

19 mi

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park

25 mi

Charming Historic Home in Vermont

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(19 Reviews)

House in Chester, VT

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Chester, VT

Nearby attractions

Montshire Museum of Science

32.8 mi

Quechee Gorge Bridge

26.7 mi

Saint-Gaudens National Historical Site

19 mi

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park

25 mi

Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(19 Reviews)

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

This beautiful and historic home was just what we were looking for. Centrally located in Stone Village it was easy for us to move around to restaurants and hiking. The home is nicely kept and had all the amenities one could want. Including a beautiful yard for morning coffee. Lots of room inside and a modern and thoughtful kitchen. We look forward to going back next summer. Polly and Ian, our hosts were so friendly and welcomed us to the home. Every day we noticed something else, done to make us feel at home. Thank you so much Polly and Ian.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

With family a few minutes away in neighboring towns, this lovely home was our perfect home away from our Maine home. I attended my grandson's 8th grade graduation, visited my daughter and father, hiked the Butternut trail, enjoyed the town's restaurants, and surroundings. The location was excellent for our travels. Polly even left fresh strawberries, which we made in strawberry shortcake for our Father's Day visit. Ian and Polly were the wonderful hosts to compliment the perfect accommodations. Thank you!

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

We can't over state how perfect our stay at Polly and Ian's was. They have given so much attention to every detail - from the soaps in the bathroom, to the welcome card, to the homemade biscotti, the list goes on... The home was immaculately clean, beds were very comfortable, beautiful antique furniture filled the home but it did not feel cluttered at all. The kitchen was incredibly well-equipped and we enjoyed cooking. Chester was a lovely little town to explore, and served as our launch-pad for a trip further north in Vermont. Polly and Ian made the whole check-in process a breeze and were always easy to communicate with and available for anything we needed. We hope to return one day!

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2024

This is our 3rd time staying at the Gideon Lee House. Its fine quality craftsmanship creates a cozy and relaxing atmosphere in both spring and winter. The linens, furnishings and appliances are top quality. What really makes this property special, are the owners Ian and Polly. They are gracious, welcoming and beyond thoughtful. Our boys ages: 3,7,9 loved playing in the snow and in the brook. And playing in snow piles or lacrosse in the backyard in the warmer days. We are beyond grateful to have been able to experience this cottage’s charm. It brought us so many amazing family winter memories. We look forward to returning and already miss the cottage and above all, Ian & Polly.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

A home is not just the house but the people inside them that make it special. Ian and Polly care about this charming house they have restored to its best self and the people that have the privilege to stay in it. If you have reason to stay in Chester, we recommend highly (unless you are trying to rent it the same weekend we want).

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

This was my second visit with family to this wonderful house. We loved our stay. Will be back for a third!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

My sister's wedding was in Stone Village and my family stayed at Polly and Ian's place while my siblings and their families stayed at other VRBOs in the neighborhood. It worked perfectly! The community is amazing and it was so nice to all be close to each other and staying in these wonderful historic homes. Polly and Ian were especially generous and communicative. There were four of us, but we had plenty of room. We loved the little gas heater in the cool autumn mornings and the well stocked kitchen made it hard to leave the house. One of the best Vrbos we have ever stayed in!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

First time booking with Vrbo, and couldn’t be happier. The place is charming, and the owners are the very definition of gracious and accommodating hosts. It’s very likely we’ll be making a return visit. In the meantime, I recommend others book a stay. I’m sure you’ll enjoy it as much as we did.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The highlight of our stay was the night we grilled out and had a fun campfire. The host provided a grill and campfire supplies.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Our family of 5 (kid's ages: 8, 6, 2) stayed here during the winter season on the weekends and had the most amazing time. We are sad it came to an end as it was a magical winter. This property is not your typical VRBO rental. It truly feels like home with quality furnishings, linens, towels, appliances, and fine artwork. It's quiet, the lighting is cozy & inviting, shower pressure is great:) and is just a special house. There is so much charm to this historical treasure. We loved putting the kids to bed, then relaxing by the indoor gas fire. The kids loved the outdoor fire pit for smores. The grounds were beautiful and open, so much nature to soak in. The location is perfect, A short distance to the town of Chester, library (amazing children's room), Smitty's Market, Chester Rec Park, Mitch's Maple, antique stores, 15 mins to Okemo, list goes on. And on top of it all Ian & Polly are the kindest, most generous hosts. They left cookies for the kids, homemade bread on multiple occasions, along with giving us the local knowledge on upcoming town events. A very special couple. A very special place. We cannot wait for our next visit.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

It was a pleasure staying with Polly and Ian. They are very gracious and accommodating, and their home is just lovely with all the comforts of home you would need. About a 20 minute drive to Okemo straight up Rte 103.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

Polly and Ian’s lovingly restored home was the ideal spot for a quiet family getaway— the perfect balance of bright and cozy, with every comfort of home (fully stocked kitchen, gas fireplace, fluffy towels). The icing on the cake was Polly and Ian themselves — gracious, helpful and all around lovely people! We will definitely look for an excuse to return!

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2022

My family of 5 spent 2022 Christmas weekend at the Stone House and we loved it! The house was spacious and newly renovated with modern appliances - automatic fireplace, Bose soundbar, washer, dryer etc. The kitchen is well equipped with oven, microwave, stove, dishwasher and all the pots and pans - my daughters loved preparing meals in this well-designed kitchen. Polly and Ian were also welcoming, warm and helpful even before our stay. They offered to help get groceries knowing that shops close early on Christmas Eve and pointed us to a nearby playground that was a great spot for sledding. We did have some issues linking to Apple TV but succeeded after a couple of tries. The neighbourhood was rather quiet even during the day, but could be it’s Christmas Day. Okemo ski resort is a 20-min drive away. Overall a very comfortable, warm and well-equipped house that we’d highly recommend.

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2022

The house was perfect. Extremely clean, well stocked and inviting. Owners were true hosts. Will be back again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Wonderful Stay in the Green Mountains

Wonderful Stay in the Green Mountains

My husband and I stayed at Polly and Ian's beautiful home over a long weekend. It has everything you'd ever want in a VT vacation home. Perfect location, beautiful grounds, a wood stove and so much character and charm. Polly was the perfect hostess even making sure we had coffee and freshly baked muffins ready for the morning after our late arrival. We are already looking forward to planning another trip with our children and staying at Polly and Ian's home.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2022

Cozy, Charming, Tranquil Home - A true Gem

Cozy, Charming, Tranquil Home - A true Gem

My family (husband and 3 boys - 7, 5, 2) stayed here for a weekend visit during their spring break. Our stay far exceeded all expectations. The home owners, Ian & Polly are the kindest, most hospitable hosts. Polly went out of her way to ensure we had a high chair and necessary travel items for our toddler. She even had milk and coffee & tea for us.. The home, is so special. The craftsmanship, restoration and decor of this historical home is amazing. Perfect condition, think magazine-worthy. The linens, towels, kitchenware are all top quality. Temperature was perfect in the home, and very quiet both during the day & at night. Shower pressure was great too :) WIFI signal strong for video & music streaming along with Zoom meetings. We had a lovely weekend and the kids did too! This gem of a place will book fast, RUN to arrange your stay here. You will not regret it :)

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Chester?

The average price for a rental in Chester is $307 per night. This rental is $9 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Historic Home in Vermont. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Charming Historic Home in Vermont pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Charming Historic Home in Vermont?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Chester, VT

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

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Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Charming Historic Home in Vermont pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Charming Historic Home in Vermont?

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