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A large house surrounded by a forest with autumn foliage.
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A cozy living room with a fireplace, a large rug, and a dog sitting on a sofa.
A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden interior, multiple windows, and seating areas.
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and large windows providing natural light.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

15 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 349000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Manchester, VT
  • Place, Museum of Creative Process
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Battenkill River
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Stratton Mountain Resort
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Manchester Center

This vacation home places you next to Green Mountain National Forest and within a 15-minute walk of Museum of Creative Process. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Museum of Creative Process - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Battenkill River - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Golf Club at Equinox - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Stratton Mountain Resort - 34 min drive - 25.5 miles
  • Okemo Mountain Resort - 56 min drive - 43.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Willoughby’s Depot Eatery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬5 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.

Sleep 34: 15 bedroom/12 bath Mansion! Family Reunions, DIY Wedding, Yoga Retreat

The Battenkill Valley Mansion is an ideal place for groups.

Nestled on a private, 5 acre estate in charming Manchester Vermont, it sleeps 34 guests. Melissa at The Wilburton Inn, our award winning family hotel nearby in Manchester VT can answer any questions.

Ideal place for:
DIY weddings - see The Wilburton Inn for more info.
family reunions,
ski vacations at nearby Stratton and Bromley mountains,
yoga retreats,
corporate offsite meetings,
holiday gatherings
Big Chill weekends with friends.

Larger groups can add vacation homes or hotel rooms at The Wilburton Inn half a mile away.

MANSION FEATURES:
Commercial Kitchen (10 gas burners, 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, 2 refrigerators. 3-bay sink)
Versatile Ballroom/Game Room/Meeting Room/Banquet Room
Huge Living Room
Formal Dining Room
2 ground floor bedrooms (handicapped accessible queen bedroom and a twin bedroom)
23 Beds
Hardwood floors
Fast wi-fi
Lots of free parking
2 washer/driers

MANSION OUTDOOR FEATURES:
Bonfire area in the woods
4 picnic tables
2 propane BBQs
Gazebo
Hammock
Lawn Games
5 acres of privacy and nature.

POOLS:
Battenkill Valley Mansion guests can enjoy resort amenities at The Wilburton Inn, half a mile away.

The outdoor pool is open from dusk to dawn from Memorial Day to mid September. It is free and shared by all the vacation house guests and resort guests. Occasionally there are weekend black out hours for Wilburton wedding events.

The indoor heated pool, located in the nearby clubhouse, is open year round but only available by advance reservations.

From November - April, vacation house groups gety a free 1 hour private pool party swim. Additional time in the indoor pool is available for an additional $150/hour.

From May - October, the indoor pool is available for an hourly fee of $150/hr.

Other free resort amenities include:

tennis, Lawn games, volleyball, ping pong, giant chess and giant Connect Four and the Museum of the Creative Process Sculpture Exhibits


EVENTS, CELEBRATIONS & DIY WEDDINGS for up to 75 GUESTS:
There is an additional facility fee for all events.?34 guests: $1000 (Includes flatware, stemware, tables & white padded folding chairs.)
50 guests: $2500 (Includes the above. Event insurance required.)
75 guests: $3500 (You must rent a tent plus everything in the tent: flatware, stemware, tables & chairs, etc)

For more wedding info see The Wilburton Inn prior to booking.

There are a variety of backdrops for ceremonies - in the forest, next to a majestic tree, on the front lawn or down by the pond.
No Saturday Check in/out.
No prom groups

DOGS:
Bring Fido! We are so dog friendly, our Canine Concierge was on Animal Planet!
All breeds are welcome. $125/per dog. Cats are not allowed.

CATERING:
We have a long list of caterers and vendors to help you with your events.
Earth Sky Time, our family farm provides organic vegetarian/vegan drop off catering.

MASSAGES: We can recommend massage therapists who can come to your vacation house.

CLEANING FEES:
$550 linens & $950 end-of-stay cleaning fee is added to all reservations. Housekeeping is available during your stay for an additional fee. There are 2 washers and dryers in the basement.

MANSION LAYOUT:
GROUND FLOOR ENTERTAINING SPACES:

Commercial kitchen: Formal dining room and adjoining breakfast room seat 34 guests.

Ballroom is 800 sq feet. It is typically set up as a game room with a full size ping pong table, oversized chess table, table top foosball and air hockey. It seats wedding ceremonies and dining functions for up to 50 guests. We frequently host yoga retreats. The ballroom fits 23 yoga mats.

All furniture, except for the Victorian green velvet couch, can be cleared so that the space can be used for many other functions.

Living room has a piano and large flat screen TV, 3 leather couches, overstuffed chairs, board games, books, and Bluetooth stereo.

GROUND FLOOR BEDROOMS
Rm 14: QUEEN Handicapped accessible. Shares the powder room and shower in the hall.

Rm 15: TWIN Small room off of the living room. Shares the powder room and shower in the hall. Note: If you’d like us to roll up the huge ballroom carpet, then we use this room for storage so it can not be rented. We can add a cot in room 5 instead.

GROUND FLOOR BATHS
2 powder rooms
1 shower

SECOND FLOOR BEDROOMS
Rm 1: MASTER SUITE 3 BEDS: 2 DOUBLES, 1 TWIN, ENSUITE BATH (marble tub/shower)
Adjoining office with large desk & seasonal sunroom.
Rm 2: 3 BEDS: 2 DOUBLES, 1 TWIN, ENSUITE BATH (shower)
Rm 3: 2 DOUBLES, ENSUITE BATH (shower)
Rm 4: 2 DOUBLES, ENSUITE BATH (shower)
Rm 5: BRIDAL SUITE: KING, ENSUITE BATH (tub and shower)
Huge room, electric fireplace, sitting room, clawed foot tub & separate shower

THIRD FLOOR BEDROOMS
Suite #1 - (room 6 & 7)
Rm 6: 2 FULLS, ENSUITE BATH (tub/shower)
Rm 7: DOUBLE. USES BATH INSIDE ROOM 6

Rm 8: KING, ENSUITE BATH (tub and shower)
Rm 9: QUEEN, ENSUITE BATH (shower)

Rm 10: 2 DOUBLES ENSUITE BATH (tub and shower)

Suite #2: (rooms 11-13)
All 3 rooms share a bathroom with a shower in the hallway. There is a door in the hallway to give this 3 room suite more privacy. This is a great apartment for a family or teachers at a retreat.
Rm 11: QUEEN MASTER
Rm 12: TWO TWINS
Rm 13: TWO TWINS & Kitchenette

HISTORY:
The Battenkill Valley Mansion was built in 1904 as a wedding present for the daughter of the man who built our sister property, the majestic Wilburton Inn mansion.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 10 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 15 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 15 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 10 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 5 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: $500/fine per room for indoor smoking of all kinds

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a lake
  • Near a river
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 9,000 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Thank you for bringing all trash to the large bins around the corner outside the house.
Please lower the heat in winter to 60 degrees and turn off AC in summer.
Book your next visit through The Wilburton today when you depart and save 10% on your next VT vacation! Drive safely & please come see us again.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

NO SATURDAY CHECK IN or CHECK OUT. All events need approval. Event fees: $1000/34 guests, $2000/50 guests, $3500/ 75vmax guests
Events with over 50 guests require renting tent, plates, chairs, dishes, insurance. 75 guest max. Renter min age is 25 except for family reunions.
outdoor noise and music must end by 9pm on weekdays, 10pm weekends. NO fireworks. No skylanters. Fines of $10,000 for violation

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 5 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs allowed extra $125 per dog per stay

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Family reunions are a specialty! Great for kids.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
$1-3.5k facility fee based on size. Max 75 guests.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$500/fine per room for indoor smoking of all kinds

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: $1-3.5k facility fee based on size. Max 75 guests.
Long-term renters welcome
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
  • Check-in: 5:00 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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75.
  • Note from host: $1-3.5k facility fee based on size. Max 75 guests.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

981

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Manchester Center, just steps from Green Mountain National Forest. You'll also find Golf Club at Equinox and Equinox Preservation Trust within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sleep 34: 15 bedroom/12 bath Mansion! Family Reunions, DIY Wedding, Yoga Retreat?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is there a spa at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

Yes, this vacation home has an indoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Sleep 34: 15 bedroom/12 bath Mansion! Family Reunions, DIY Wedding, Yoga Retreat?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a chef service and a fireplace as well as an indoor pool.

Does Sleep 34: 15 bedroom/12 bath Mansion! Family Reunions, DIY Wedding, Yoga Retreat have a hot tub?

No, but all house at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

This vacation home offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Sleep 34: 15 bedroom/12 bath Mansion! Family Reunions, DIY Wedding, Yoga Retreat have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional), which is about 27.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sleep 34: 15 bedroom/12 bath Mansion! Family Reunions, DIY Wedding, Yoga Retreat?

No, there aren't any house at Sleep 34: 15 bedroom/12 bath Mansion! Family Reunions, DIY Wedding, Yoga Retreat that offer a balcony.

Sleep 34: 15 bedroom/12 bath Mansion! Family Reunions, DIY Wedding, Yoga Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was huge and the staff were very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Families ski trip

Great place for a big group. Kids loved exploring and parents loved the space.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski Weekend

Great accommodations for 18 adults and 12 children. Very spacious. Close to ski resorts and Manchester Center.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent house!

The house is beautiful & has tons of nooks and crannies. Fun for exploring!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tremendous for large groups

We had a wonderful time at the Battenkill Valley Mansion. The house is well equipped with everything needed for a fun family weekend with multiple generations. Melissa was super helpful with planning and check-in. The area is beautiful and we look forward to another trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect large home for our group

From start to finish, this was a great experience. Melissa is helpful and friendly, and the Battenkill Mansion was terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Business retreat

Wonderful stay at this spacious, well-equipped and clean large house. The place has everything thing you might need for an extended stay. Communication with the owner was clear and accurate. This is a terrific spot for a large group getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Fantastic Stay!

For the last 3 years we have spent MLK weekend at the Wilburton Inn for a ski trip with six other families. I can't say enough good things about this place. There was plenty of space for 14 adults and 18 children to relax and enjoy. The huge dining room and living room made for great meals and hanging around time. With only a short drive to Bromley/Stratton - the Wilburton Inn is a true home run.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent for large group

Supported 10 families w/ toddlers/infants (a couple pack n plays in the mix). Great space- inside and out, great proximity to skiing, and industrial kitchen to feed the masses. We’ll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Great Time ! Great Place ! Great Family Time !

The Mansion and also the Inn were excellent for our family reunion. Accommodations were roomy and very comfortable and the kitchen well appointed. Inn only minutes away was great for our overflow. Great service by the cleaning and Inn staff. Outdoor area surrounding the Mansion great for games ,hiking and fire pit was meeting place for the whole family.Enjoyable time was had by all . Will definitely be repeating in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extended family ski trip

This home is located in a beautiful area. We had more than enough room for multiple families. Plenty of gathering areas and large kitchen and dining area that we shared huge family dinners. In addition to lovely home, the support team for questions and maintenance were amazing! Immediately responded to each inquiry!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bathrooms Galore!

We were very happy with the house. My family was very happy that most rooms had their own bathroom attached. This was helpful when mixing young people and seniors. The house was clean and comfortable. Perfect for our family gathering. We played games on the front lawn and board games in the diningroom, took long walks and even went skiing. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

Family Gathering July 4 weekend

The Mansion was terrific for our family gathering of 29 on July 4 weekend. The place was clean and the common rooms provided great space for smaller groups to play cards, ping pong, board games, etc. Also, the outdoor space was an added plus for whiffleball, babies in small pools and just sitting in a circle and enjoying the outdoors. The only (slight) drawback was that the kitchen is dated. All in all the place easily handled our large group and I would definitely recommend this rental house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for big family getaway

We had a very large (30+) family reunion group looking for a shared house in Vermont. The Battenkill Valley Mansion was the perfect fit. The grounds and shared spaces were a great for spending time together with family members from ages 3 to 70+. Melissa and the Wilburton team were incredibly helpful - not just with the rental process but also with great tips for hosting in the space and help with the general Manchester area. The rooms are spacious with plenty of bathrooms. And the kitchen/dining room were perfect for catered meals. We loved having access to the Wilburton’s pool and grounds too. I really don’t think we could have found a better spot for our group in the whole state!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Christmas in Vermont !

My family and I spent seven days this past Christmas at this wonderful mansion. There were 26 adults and children and we could not have picked a better place. The bedrooms were charming and enough for every couple, single and child. The house had enough rooms for the children to play and run and the adults to talk and play games or read. Several nights we all sat at the large dinning room table and had cozy, fire-lit dinners. The beautiful, private surroundings made this the perfect place. I should also mention that the owners are wonderful and do everything you need to make your stay enjoyable! I can't say enough good things about this house and recommend it highly!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

New Year Eve Weekend

I was just there over the 4 day weekend with my kids and friends.. We had a total of 28 people in the house. It was a beautiful house and great surroundings. The adults as well as the kids had a blast... I would definitely recommend this house to people with kids.. Albert, Sorry for the mess we made....... this house is not for the lazy ones....we really needed a maid to clean up after us EVERY DAY.. The house is also close to everything.. especially the outlet... a lot of good sales going on there. I don't mind going back again next year.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Another Family Reunion

All 34 of us returned to the Battenkill Valley Mansion for our family reunion this summer, having had our first reunion there four years ago. We lived it then, but Melissa has made many improvements that make the mansion even more comfortable. Among the changes: -Central air conditioning -A lovely outdoor gazebo, and lots of additional outdoor tables/seating -Addition of two ground floor bedrooms -Kitchen and grill area are brightened up and fully equipped with cookware, glassware, and place settings. -All 15 bedrooms are furnished attractively, including lovely linens and well-appointed bathrooms. The location can't be beat! On a hot summer days, various members of our group went: -tubing on the Battenkill -exploring the Bromley Slide -swimming at the Dorset Quarry -lounging poolside at the main hotel Really highly recommend the Battenkill mansion for your group too!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

40th Birthday Party Extravaganza

If you are looking for a place to host a low-key outdoorsy weekend for a large group of people look no further! Hosted a 40th birthday party at this mansion and it worked out great! Enough rooms (with private baths) that each family could stay comfortably. The area is nice and secluded and safe so kids could play outside without worry. Grilled all weekend, played all sorts of lawn games, went for a hike on the property (really pretty) then had campfires at night--with baby monitors everyone was able to come out at night. There are more outdoor recreational activities available in the area (rafting, canoeing, biking) as well. The ballroom was perfect for hosting the catered dinner we had--table for 30 adults and it was great. We did not get a band but there is room for one. All in all, the property is as billed and I would recommend it for anyone hosting a large weekend getaway.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wendell R.

Great Place for Large Family Reunion

This enormous old mansion was great for our big 4-day family Thanksgiving reunion. We had 14 adults and 9 kids (2-9 yrs) to fill up the 11 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms on the upper two floors. The large main kitchen and two smaller ones with a total of 3 ovens were all used in preparing the Thanksgiving Day feast, and, surprisingly, we all fit around the two tables in the dining room. The huge Game Room was well used for all kind of activities during the day, and well into the night by the adults. The kids would disappear for hours at a time on the upper two floors with their own made-up games. There were plenty of outside activities in good weather in the nearby athletic field, playground behind the Equinox Inn, hikes on the numerous trails, visits to the artwork at the Wilburton Inn, and shopping outlets. Albert, our host, was wonderful to us and was always ready to help with anything we needed. We all left with a feeling that it would be good to return here for another reunion.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jurawa H.

Great location for an amazing weekend ski getaway

What do you do when 25 good friends all want to get away for an epic ski weekend? You rent this amazing mansion! We were struggling to find a place that would accomodate us all, until we found Teleion Holon. Beautiful and spacious, this house served us perfectly. There is plenty of common space for relaxing and playing games and the fireplaces were great for keeping it cozy and warm. The bedrooms are all beautiful and each had its own feel to it - most even have attached sitting areas and private bathrooms! Also, The commercial size kitchen was well stocked, and great for cooking for so many people. We used the other downstairs kitchen for drinks and we didnt even need to use the third kitchen upstairs! Best of all, the owner Albert was a pleasure to work with. He went above and beyond by giving us a short tour of the house and the artwork inside which he has curated and calls the Museum of the Creative Process. Very interesting, and gave us much more appreciation for the art in the house. All in all, it was a great experience and I would highly recommend this house to anyone with a large group.
Archival

8/10 Good

A bathroom to fit every personality.

Arriving at the Battenkill mansion the first thought is that the side of the building doesn't quite reflect the image I'd conjured up in my head. Walking around front and through the front door into the foyer, past the baby grand piano and two incredibly comfortable chairs, the images and experience blend together. The space is magnificent - the online photos evoke more of a real estate transaction and in my opinion fail to capture the character that the space holds. A splendid character, to be clear. For a retreat centered on leadership development and environmentally focused participants, the dynamic space invites engagement - internally and with others - and creativity. That said, while I was personally comfortable with the space's intensity, particularly with regard to the art, there were some in our group who experienced the art as distracting. This particular person also came to some exciting revelations, which to me speaks to the power of experiencing discomfort. Logistically, the space was very clean, spacious and welcoming. Our group had 23 people during the days and we may have experienced a TP shortage towards the end. We couldn't find extra and have passed that info on to the inviting hosts who will ensure that it's addressed for future guests. Access to the commercial kitchen space, the freedom to explore and get comfortable was a big part of our group's enjoyment and productivity in the space. We're grateful for the level of trust and responsibility that's placed on guests and I hope the hosts would agree that it was respected. The posts's title reflects the diversity and number of bathrooms available. We MAY have fit upwards of 20 people in one of the tubs for both a photo and a mini-presentation. It's like having a popup meeting space available throughout the house... if only we'd held one in the third stairwell where Gorski prints are collecting dust (yes, it's that filled with art). Visitors have trails to explore as well as nearby attractions like the Lincoln home, farms, and the town of Manchester. The other buildings and amenities of the property are also available so our response to the VT summer weather was a dip in the pool at the Wilburton Inn, a short walk from Battenkill. If it hasn't been made clear in my description, yes I would encourage friends, relatives and certainly other retreat groups to stay in this space. I absolutely hope I have the opportunity to do so again.
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10/10 Excellent

Betsy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we wanted

This big house worked extremely well for our family reunion. We had 27 people total. There was enough room for us to cook together, eat together, gather as a big group or in smaller conversation groups. We found a good place to work jigsaw puzzles, too. Wifi worked great. Lots of activities in the area. Nice to be able to use the pool and tennis courts at the Wilburton. The only drawbacks were that the house is a bit tired around the edges in a few places and it was too buggy in the evenings to enjoy the outdoor tables, fire ring, and gazebo. But overall, we had a fabulous stay. Thank you, Melissa!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Fannie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The space is great for large groups with lots of space of extra activities. 10/10 recommend.

Melissa was great at accommodating us and letting us know everything we needed to prior to our stay. I highly recommend to anyone planning a trip with large groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bernadette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEST 60th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION WEEKEND EVER!

Wow! Our stay this past weekend at the Battenkill Valley Mansion was beyond my expectations. From the moment we entered the house (all lit up and warm for us) until we left every single on of my friends and family could not get over how spacious , clean and perfect it was for this “party”. We sang and laughed and ate and drank in the large, comfy living room. We danced and played games in the banquet room. We sat down for dinner together (all 25 of us at one time) in the cozy dining room prepared in the kitchen. All of my guests commented on how comfortable the beds and bedding was. The house has everything we needed. We all want to find a reason to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous destination

This Manse was ideal for our group of friends and family. Felt safe for kids and had great privacy for couples and families. The kitchen could use a wee bit of attention; dishwashers were wonky and ovens were uneven. The property managers are fabulous; very attentive, available at all times, and we were gifted some amazing loafs of bread from the farm.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021