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The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly

Cottage in Chester with kitchen

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chester, VT
  • Place, Vermont Country Store
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Magic Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Okemo Mountain Resort
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chester

This cottage places you within a 15-minute drive of Vermont Country Store and DaVallia Art & Accents. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Vermont Country Store - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Springfield Hospital - 15 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Bellows Falls Opera House - 18 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Magic Mountain Ski Resort - 33 min drive - 21.4 miles
  • Okemo Mountain Resort - 34 min drive - 20.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bellows Falls Station - 13 min drive
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chester Country Girl Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Sumner House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Md's Cybah Bier Garten - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Just be mindful of current open shelving in island

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Chester, close to Vermont Country Store, DaVallia Art & Accents, and Grafton Historical Society. You'll also find Vermont Museum of Mining and Minerals and The Fort at No.4 Open Air Museum nearby.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State), which is 12 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional), which is around 29.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly.

The Cairn, 1840s Cozy Stone Cottage, Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aileen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stone house on about 1 acres of grass. Quiet setting but still close to attractions. Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is absolutely beautiful - Check in super easy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Cairn is exactly as described in the listing, which is a great thing to find. Do actually read it and make sure it's right for what you want. It was perfect for us, but would definitely not be right for anyone with small kids or mobility issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

July 4th

Beautiful cottage with a picturesque yard and patio, I went alone with my dogs for the holiday weekend to sightsee and relax and it was perfect I’ll be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M., Newmarket, NH

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage

It’s like stalling back in history. From the yard to the stone cottage, it’s so wonderfully comfortable. We really enjoyed our time as did our two dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary M., Brookline, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, cozy, stone house, great host!

We had a lovely time staying in the old stone cottage. It was charming and comfy. We had a great time exploring the area, and enjoyed Vermont Vines wines and burgers very close by. Also MacLomain's Scottish pub in Chester. Grafton is a short drive away. Nice location. And the host was very friendly and accommodating and easy to communicate with. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Comfortable Cottage

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming House in Beautiful countryside

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Cozy Spot

Close drive to Okemo. Quiet area. Very nice place to spend a weekend. Only con: Bottom floor is a bit drafty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends Winter Getaway Weekend

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A., Williamsville, NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Rural Location

We very much enjoyed our stay in this historic, architecturally significant home. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vermont early summer vacation

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.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful and Unique Home

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!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage

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!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely comfortable and roomy

We went skiing at Okemo which was about 25 minutes away
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024