Modern private home 30 acres w/pool, river, billiards, & near 4 ski mtns | House in Townshend

10.0 (62 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   5 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  18 Guests
Townshend House | Modern private home 30 acres w/pool, river, billiards, & near 4 ski mtns

5 Bedroom House in Townshend

Welcome to Chestnut Lodge! A woodland entrance hides a stunning private escape! Atop a sweeping hillside meadow, Chestnut Lodge sits in a park-like setting and spectacular views of neighboring mountains. Nestled among 30 private acres of woodlands, hillside, and the West River; the lodge is far enough from the bustle of the resort ski areas but an easy drive to skiing, hiking, fishing, and everything the area has to offer. Nestled in a tranquil wooded setting, this spacious house offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort, making it ideal for a peaceful getaway or an outdoor adventure.
But don't take our word for it! Hear what previous guests have to say…
“We couldn’t ask for a better house to spend our weekend in.” - Michael D.
“This home offers so much, beautiful private location, all rooms were spotless and ready at check in time.” - Shirlee B.
“The house is well appointed, and is even bigger inside than the pictures indicate, and probably better-appointed too.” - Jordan L.
“We stayed as a group of families with young kids. The house was in great shape, well laid out and well stocked. Better in person even than the pictures!” - Christopher B.
“Top to bottom, this property was perfect. Condition, cleanliness, communication from the owner to name a few.” Chris M.
“The home is even nicer and more roomy that the photos depict!” - Barbara M.
“This property surpassed our expectations and next time we will certainly stay longer than two nights!” - Cindy B.
GREAT ROOM
From the moment you walk in the door you will feel completely at home. The great room offers a cathedral ceiling living/dining space with wood-burning stone fireplace, wet bar, cherry flooring, with cathedral-height floor to ceiling windows offering picturesque views. The open space makes for the perfect place for large gatherings to snuggle by the fire and take in the amazing views, or gather around the dinning table for family games or meals.
KITCHEN
The country kitchen features granite countertops, propane brick fireplace, and breakfast bar with stunning views through bay windows. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the pots, pans, dishes, silverware and appliances you need to fill the house with inviting scents to draw your family and friends into Chestnut Lodge from the great outdoors. The kitchen also provides direct access to an outdoor grilling deck and large screened in porch overlooking the private outdoor pool – perfect for summer fun in the mountain air all day long.
BEDROOMS
The lodge is great for a group of friends, 5 couples or large family gatherings. The main level provides a master bedroom suite right off the kitchen and features a king bed, spa tub and Jack and Jill vanity with a walk-in shower. The upstairs is served by front and back staircases, with a full bath, and 4 additional bedrooms - all with clean, comfortable bedding for your stay.
OFFICE
Homeschooling or working remote? No problem! Off the Great Room is a private office complete with a large desk, two 21 inch monitors, web camera, wireless keyboard and mouse. High-speed internet throughout the house provides download speeds up to 1200 Mbps (national average is 99.3)!
GAMEROOM
The walkout basement is a pine paneled family game room with bar area with full refrigerator, set of cozy couches with large flatscreen, and a bathroom with shower. Outfitted with a pool table, dart board, foosball table, card table, toys for young kids and even vintage video games (Nintendo 64 & PlayStation 2); the lower level is great place for friendly competition with family and friends or a place to send the kids for hours on end.
OUTDOORS
Gorgeous grounds with picturesque fenced pool, Gazebo for relaxing, vegetable and perennial gardens plus raspberry and blueberries bushes for picking, fire pit for meadow picnics. Outdoor games available for use include cornhole, bocci ball, and Kuub. Imagine exploring its stream, stone walls, trails; drifting along its river, floating in the private pool while enjoying breathtaking views - a world unto itself yet close to town and medical services, Mt Snow, Magic, Bromley and Stratton resorts less than a half hour drive.
Come make your memories during any season at the Chestnut Lodge!
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Other items of note:
Hospital: Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital is located in Townshend (5 min drive) offering Emergency, Inpatient, Primary and Preventative Care.
Grocer – River Bend Market is a short drive away (2.4 miles drive), with an impressive array of quality cuts of meat, and local baked goods, and all the basics of a large super market. Plus, next door to River Bend is a local smoked meats shop with even more local variety to choose from.
Pharmacy – Messenger Valley Pharmacy is located across the street from Grace Cottage in Townshend.
Cameras: There is a ring doorbell, and blink security cameras on the exterior of the house for your safety.

Modern private home 30 acres w/pool, river, billiards, & near 4 ski mtns is located in Townshend. Modern private home 30 acres w/pool, river, billiards, & near 4 ski mtns provides accommodation, featuring Parking, TV, Ocean View, among other amenities. This House features Parking, TV, Ocean View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Modern private home 30 acres w/pool, river, billiards, & near 4 ski mtns has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 18 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Townshend has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Townshend, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • 3+ bathrooms
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • 5 total pets
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Video games
  • Games
  • Foosball table
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Video library
  • Smart TV
  • Arcade/game room
General
  • Unit size: 4000 sq ft (372 sq m)
  • English
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In the mountains
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Office
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Travel crib
  • Baby monitor
  • Children's toys
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Stair gate
  • Children's books
  • Mobile key entry
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
Skiing
  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
Spa
  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings;maximum event attendees: 99
Pet Policy
5 total pets pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

Cashless transactions are available 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Laurie M.
Sep 25, 2025 09:16:41 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We recently stayed at this home for our son's wedding, and it could not have been more perfect. The house itself is the most well-equipped property I’ve ever rented—everything we needed (and more) was thoughtfully provided. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous, with sweeping views that made for an incredible backdrop to our celebration. It’s truly an ideal setting for a small wedding or gathering.Equally important, the owners were exceptionally easy and gracious to work with—responsive, accommodating, and genuinely invested in making our experience special. We are so grateful to have found this place and would recommend it without hesitation.
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