#1 on TripAdvisor. Magnificent Country Inn available as Private Home for 32. Up to 100 can stay on the 30-acre Wilburton resort. Family Reunions, Corporate Retreats. Weddings. Indoor & outdoor pool
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Experience the grandeur of The Wilburton, an award-winning country inn in Manchester VT. Enjoy the resort's indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, fire pit for s'mores nights, a library with books to get lost in and 10 acres of woods to hike through.
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12 bedrooms12 bathroomsSleeps 261394 sq m
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#1 on TripAdvisor. Magnificent Country Inn available as Private Home for 32. Up to 100 can stay on the 30-acre Wilburton resort. Family Reunions, Corporate Retreats. Weddings. Indoor & outdoor pool
Why rent a house when you can rent a private mansion? Host your group in Great Gatsby style at The Wilburton, a magnificent award-winning country inn voted the #1 place to stay on TripAdvisor. Family reunions, holiday gatherings, destination weddings, corporate retreats, ski getaways and milestone birthday and anniversary celebrations have been our specialty for 38 years. The Wilburton has magnificent indoor and outdoor spaces for dining, meetings, relaxing and celebrations.
Call Melissa at The Wilburton Inn in Manchester VT prior to booking.
The Wilburton mansion accommodates 32 guests in 15 elegant bedrooms, 11 with private baths. Larger groups can add additional hotel rooms and vacation homes on the 30-acre resort. Altogether, The Wilburton sleeps 135 guests.
WINTER FUN:?This home is ideal for skiing at Bromley Mt (8 miles away) & Stratton Mt (18 miles away). We offer discounted lift tickets at Bromley. Cross country ski and sled right on the property. Explore 10 acres of woods on the resort. Enjoy S’more in the fire pit. The Wilburton has 5 electric fireplaces.
POOLS: There is an indoor and outdoor pool at The Wilburton. The outdoor pool is open from Memorial Day - mid September. It is free and open from dawn to dusk. The pool is shared with all Wilburton resort guests. This pool is not heated.
The indoor pool is heated and open year round from 10am - 9pm. It is booked with advance reservations through me here by email or through The Wilburton Inn.
From November - April, get a free 1 hour private swim.
From May - October, the indoor pool is available for an hourly fee of $150/hr or $250/2 hours.
PERKS Add resort amenities including: ?• full service catering • drop off organic catering from our family farm and bakery • massages • discounted lift tickets to Bromley and Stratton • daily housekeeping • concierge staffing.
EVENTS:?The Wilburton is a marvelous venue for fully staffed and catered destination weddings and celebrations for up to 225 guests. There are additional facility fees depending on the size and scope of your celebration. Please contact The Wilburton Inn directly for more information on groups, catering and weddings. ? The Wilburton’s Marble Pavilion Tent (open May through October) is not included in the house rental rate but can be added for catered events up to 225 guests. From November through April, The Wilburton’s indoor spaces accommodate catered celebrations and gatherings for up to 75 guests.??DIY weddings are not permitted at The Wilburton. We offer 2 nearby DIY Wedding venues: the 15 bedroom Battenkill Valley Mansion and 200 acre Levity Mt Farm and Retreat. You can find more about them through The Wilburton Inn.
LOCATION:?Only 4 hours from NYC, Boston and Montreal, and 90 minutes from Albany International Airport, The Wilburton’s maple lined driveway transports you to a world away. One mile from restaurants, golf, and shopping, The Wilburton is an inspiring, private, peaceful setting that offers history, art and the best views in Vermont.
ENTERTAINING SPACES The Wilburton mansion features turn-of-the century archetecture and antiques. ?Entertaining spaces include: The Solarium Dining Room, The Billiard Room Bar, The Rose Room, The Living room salon with a piano, massive carved fireplace, pull down movie screen and coffered ceiling, the Library and the Children’s Game Room.
Outdoor spaces include the awning covered Veranda, hilltop overlook marble patio, portico porch, BBQ, fire pit, Adirondack chair lookout and grand lawn.
Feel like Top Chef cooking in the commercial kitchen with 10 gas burners, 2 ovens, convection oven, 4 refrigerators, commercial dishwasher, commercial coffee maker, microwave. Or enjoy vacation and let our chef cater elegant plated meals.
BEDROOMS 4 king bedrooms (including the Bridal Suite with a jacuzzi and fireplace) 6 queen bedrooms (one with two queens) 2 double bedrooms 3 twin rooms (each with two twin beds.) All Wilburton bedrooms are upstairs and the mansion does not have an elevator. Guests who need ground floor lodging can rent a king or queen guest room across the lawn in our Maxwell Suites.
HISTORY?The Wilburton was built as a private home for a Chicago railroad baron in 1902. As a 1000 acre gentleman’s farm, it was the largest private estate in Manchester. It became The Windsor Mountain boarding school during the 1940s. When it became a country inn in the 1950s, 6 smaller villas were built on the 30-acre hilltop estate to accommodate more guests. RKO Pictures owned The Wilburton for 20 years as an executive retreat and exclusive getaway for movie stars. (Joan Fontaine summered here for years!) The Levis family has run The Wilburton since 1987. ? RESORT AMENITIES?Onsite indoor and outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball hoop, volleyball, tetherball, ping pong, hammocks, crocket, pickle ball. Onsite Museum of the Creative Process. 10 acres of woods for hiking.
DOGS While we love dogs, the Wilburton Mansion is NOT dog friendly. Dogs are welcome in all other lodging on the resort.
AMENITIES: Free WiFi Plenty of on site parking Window A/C in summer, Satellite TV in the living room and all bedrooms Washer/Dryer Iron & Ironing board vacuum Pots/pans/plates Keurig, Drip cup coffee maker Soap, shampoo, conditioner Pack and Plays and cots available on request Propane BBQ Grill Outdoor dining Fire Pit Gorgeous views Step outside your door for miles of scenic bike rides, walks, and runs on serene River Road.
LOCAL THINGS TO DO: Manchester Vermont is a four-season resort town that offers fine dining, culture, skiing, golf, hiking, biking, fly fishing, farmers markets, theatre, music and so much more.
-Zip line and Alpine Slide at Bromley Mt Fun Zone in Summer & Fall
-Golf 1 mile away at the Equinox Golf course
-Fly Fish at Orvis - the international fly fishing headquarters is right here in Manchester!
-Hike Equinox Pond or summit Equinox Mt. Hike the appalachian trail! Lye Brook Falls and many other great hikes - in addition to our on site hiking trails at The Wilburton.
-Horse back rides 20 minutes away
-Manchester Designer Outlets offers world class shopping at bargain prices for Eileen Fisher, J Crew, Ralph Lauren, Armani and more.
-The Northshire Bookstore is heralded as one of the best independent bookstores in USA.
-Bike or run ride past cows, and streams, and red covered bridges.
-Farmers Markets every Sunday in Dorset and in Summer and Fall in Manchester.
-Summer theatre in Weston and Dorset and Bennington
-Free Wednesday Night concerts on the town green
-Glass Blowing
- Ice Skating
-Galleries
-Great restaurants
- Charming country stores
- Vermont Summer Festival Horse Show in July & August
-Earth Sky Time Farm concerts on Sunday's in Summer & Fall
THE WILBURTON RESORT: The Wilburton was built in 1902 as the grandest estate in Manchester. It has been an award winning country inn since 1955. The resort sleeps 100 guests in 7 different vacation homes and hotel guest rooms. The grounds are so vast, that every group feels a sense of space and privacy to enjoy their ultimate Vermont vacation.
We own 10 homes of all different sizes in Manchester and are happy to recommend the right one for your group. You can see all our properties if you look up The Wilburton Inn. Our family has lived in Manchester since 1972 and owned The Wilburton for over 34 years. We look forward to being your country house getaway and sharing the beauty of Vermont with you and family.
Happy travels!
Melissa, family innkeeper & Jetson, the Canine Concierge
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Indoor pool
Massage
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Limo/town car service
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Chef service
Bedrooms
12 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
12 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: $500 fee for smoking inside!
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a village
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Golf
Heated pool
Optional golf privileges
Table tennis
Tennis
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 15,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Rules
No DIY weddings. No Sat. check in or out. Guests must be 25+or w/ adults. Fireworks & sky lanterns prohibited. Outdoor noise must end by 10.
Facility fees from $1,500 -$16,000. 75+events require staffed +catered events through The Wilburton
Call The Wilburton in Manchester VT prior to booking to review all reservation requests
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: Dogs welcome in other homes on the resort.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Family reunions are our specialty. We love kids.
Events
Events allowed
+Event fee. No DIY weddings. Nov-April max 75guest
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
$500 fee for smoking inside!
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: +Event fee. No DIY weddings. Nov-April max 75guest
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
983
About the neighborhood
Manchester, VT
What's nearby
Hildene - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Golf Club at Equinox - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
American Museum of Fly Fishing - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Manchester Designer Outlets - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
Equinox Preservation Trust - 13 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
The Works Bakery Cafe - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
Charlie’s Coffee House - 6 min drive
Bob's Diner - 10 min drive
Zoey's Double Hex - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does #1 on TripAdvisor. Magnificent Country Inn available as Private Home for 32. Up to 100 can stay on the 30-acre Wilburton resort. Family Reunions, Corporate Retreats. Weddings. Indoor & outdoor pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is #1 on TripAdvisor. Magnificent Country Inn available as Private Home for 32. Up to 100 can stay on the 30-acre Wilburton resort. Family Reunions, Corporate Retreats. Weddings. Indoor & outdoor pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at #1 on TripAdvisor. Magnificent Country Inn available as Private Home for 32. Up to 100 can stay on the 30-acre Wilburton resort. Family Reunions, Corporate Retreats. Weddings. Indoor & outdoor pool?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at #1 on TripAdvisor. Magnificent Country Inn available as Private Home for 32. Up to 100 can stay on the 30-acre Wilburton resort. Family Reunions, Corporate Retreats. Weddings. Indoor & outdoor pool?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is #1 on TripAdvisor. Magnificent Country Inn available as Private Home for 32. Up to 100 can stay on the 30-acre Wilburton resort. Family Reunions, Corporate Retreats. Weddings. Indoor & outdoor pool located?
This family-friendly Manchester vacation home is located in the mountains, just steps from Green Mountain National Forest and Museum of Creative Process. Battenkill River and Golf Club at Equinox are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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