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The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly
⭐️ 2022 Rockingham Old House Award ⭐️
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. The Cairn of Vermont is an 1840s stone house located in the sleepy remnants of Bartonsville Village, now part of Chester, VT. 20 minutes to skiing and hiking, biking and the great outdoors are all around you! Less than 5 minutes to Vermont Country Store and make your way home through the Bartonsville Covered Bridge! The space The Cairn has 4 bedrooms- 1 with queen bed and 3 with full size. There is a full bath with laundry downstairs and a half bath upstairs. The Cairn has a small open kitchen-eating-living room with propane (wood) stove. I love children and look forward to hosting them soon with their adults, however that is postponed as of now as the kitchen setup has open shelves on the island which would make it difficult with children. Kitchen rehab coming soon so please check back if you are traveling with your littles!
Property manager
Felicitie Boisvert
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
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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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Just be mindful of current open shelving in island
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
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
About the neighborhood
Chester, VT
What's nearby
Vermont Country Store - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
Bellows Falls Opera House - 18 min drive - 18.9 km
Magic Mountain Ski Resort - 33 min drive - 34.4 km
Okemo Mountain Resort - 34 min drive - 33.2 km
Stratton Mountain Resort - 61 min drive - 57.6 km
Getting around
Bellows Falls Station - 13 min drive
Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min drive
Charlestown House of Pizza - 20 min drive
Country Girl Diner - 8 min drive
The Sub-Way - 16 min drive
Riverside Restaurant - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly located?
Situated in Chester, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Vermont Country Store, DaVallia Art & Accents, and Bonnie's Bundles Dolls. Saxtons River Recreation Area and My Minds Design are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly Reviews
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10/10
We started 2 nights while skiing at Okemo. It was a nice warm cozy spot to relax at the end of the day. Loved that it's a historic stone structure as well. Not to mention the covered bridge that you drive through on the way!
Mike F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Close drive to Okemo. Quiet area. Very nice place to spend a weekend. Only con: Bottom floor is a bit drafty.
Luke N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
We very much enjoyed our stay in this historic, architecturally significant home. We would definitely stay here again.
Stephen A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
We love the Cairn. Beautiful, updated stone house on a quiet road with friendly neighbors. The location midway between Belliws Falls and Chester is convenient.
Noel V.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
Property was in a great location for exploring the area. Located in a quite neigborhood making it great to get a morning or evening walk in. The home is well maintained and had everything we needed to enjoy our week. The character of this home is simply amazing!!
Kim R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
We went skiing at Okemo which was about 25 minutes away
Joseph S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10
This property was exactly as pictured and the owner was quick in communicating with us in both getting needed information to us and responding to any concerns we had. We enjoyed looking up the history of the cottage's stone work and everything about our stay here and in this lovely town. Very charming and well maintained property. We look forward to possibly staying here again if our future travels bring us back through Chester, VT.
amy h.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Had a wonderful stay and romp in the spring snow. Probably the best appointed kitchen we've experienced so far. House is full of character, quirks and picturesque surroundings as well as thoughtful elements for both humans and canines. Perfect location for exploring, skiing or good old relaxation. Loved the streams, covered bridge and variety of eggs available up and down the road!
Heather E.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
We stayed over Feb break hoping to hit up the ski slopes with the kids. However, there was a big storm that dumped a lot of rain/ice and after was subzero temps and very windy, so we ended up inside a lot more than expected. The house is well equipped and everything we needed was there - including an immersion blender! The bedrooms were comfortable and the fireplace in the living room was splendid while the storm raged. It was tough to get the garbage to the garbage can as the snow plow piled up the snow in front of it. We were fine to shovel as needed to make it manageable. We love coming to Vermont and would definitely like to return in summer.
Roberta R.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Everything was wonderful from the very beginning… The ease of booking, payment, check-in, property, check out, it was all perfect! The house was in a great neighborhood, very quaint, and just the perfect size for the six of us. Well maintained and clean, had everything we could possibly need. Highly recommend.