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This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT.

Family-friendly stay near Green Mountain National Forest

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
TV, fireplace, Netflix, books
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Manchester, VT
  • Place, Golf Club at Equinox
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, American Museum of Fly Fishing
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Equinox Preservation Trust
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

Manchester

Manchester Village Historic District stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Manchester Village Historic District vacation home, you'll find Golf Club at Equinox and American Museum of Fly Fishing. Also, Green Mountain National Forest is within half a mile (1 km) and Battenkill River is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Golf Club at Equinox - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • American Museum of Fly Fishing - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Equinox Preservation Trust - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Battenkill River - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Southern Vermont Arts Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Grange at Hill Farm - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Willoughby’s Depot Eatery - ‬4 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.

This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT.

Enjoy a storied stay at the Novel House, a beautifully restored home in the heart of Manchester Village. The house is designated historic by the Manchester Historical Society and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.

In the mid-1800s, the mother-in-law suite (Novel House) was added to the original Wickham House (built c. 1790) to accommodate larger families which visited the elegant summer enclave of Manchester Village.

The home was recently renovated for modern living.


Manchester is a small town in southernwestern Vermont, nestled at the foot of 3,816-foot Mount Equinox. The village has a tranquil old-world atmosphere, while Manchester Center is a shopper's paradise that is completely different from the village with its signs, sights and many shops. Manchester is also home to Hildene, Robert Todd Lincoln's 412-acre summer estate.

Off-street parking
Samsung Smart TV
High-speed WiFi

Professionally cleaned between guests. This is a 2 bedroom home, which sleeps up to 4 adults. The third bedroom (baby's nursery) is closed off for owners use only.

The house is beautifully furnished. There is a large sleeping porch connected to the two rear bedrooms. Opened up to the living room and dining room, there is a newly renovated kitchen with everything you need to either cook at home or stroll to the nearby restaurants down Main Street.

The two full bathrooms upstairs have radiant floors. There is a powder room located on the main floor.

Please note, the Novel House is attached to the rear of the Wickham House. See AirBnB listings of Wickham House and Lyman Cottage for details and availability.

24/7 Backup power provided by Tesla Powerwall 2 and tied to rooftop solar PV

The home was recently renovated to meet the needs of a modern family, including main-floor living, an open kitchen, luxury bathrooms with radiant-heated floors & an en-suite sleeping porch.

Please inquire first if your reservation request is within 48 hours of your arrival date.

Please note there is a VT Meals and Rooms Tax @ 9%, plus Manchester's Local Option Meals and Rooms Tax @ 1%.

For your safety and the safety of others, surveillance cameras are installed outdoors at this property.

Credit card fees are non-refundable.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

No loud music after 10pm.
No parties and no visitors (non-guests) without permission.
No smoking indoors. If you smoke outdoors, all cigarette butts must be disposed of in the outdoor garbage bin.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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This House is a 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bathrooms Located in Manchester VT
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Frequently asked questions

How close is This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT. to the airport?

This vacation home is 29.8 mi (46-min drive) away from the Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT. to downtown Manchester?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Manchester.

This house is a 2 bedroom(s), 2.5 bathrooms, located in Manchester, VT. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marna

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The kitchen was wonderful for cooking. Lovely bathrooms and fabulous location. Check in was super easy. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful stay during Thanksgiving and would gladly return. All the amenities were superb!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Yes the kitchen was great. Only problem is we had issues w wifi initially. Got a text from owner asking how all was, texted back-wifi issue----no response!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte F.

Novel House - Manchester

I think this may be our 4th or 5th year staying at Novel House and each year we extend our stay. Matthew is a great host, the house is well appointed and the best location. Look forward to our stay next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debra L.

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

Wonderful location and beautiful home!

It was a beautifully restored old house with great charm and character in the best location!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann Q.

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

Perfect spot for a relaxing vacation

Just the two of us… it was a very nice and well appointed place which was on a lovely street in Manchester… close to everything without being right in the middle. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie P.

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

Wonderful long weekend

A wonderful, comfortable and clean place to stay. Perfect location! The owner went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

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

Beautiful, comfortable - Ideal Vermont Getaway!

We loved our stay in the Novel house. It was beautifully appointed with impressive kitchen and bathrooms. Our family had a wonderful time in the heart of Manchester. Location could not be beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Wonderful Weekend

The property was in a great location and provided us a perfect spot to use as a home base. The owners were very good at communicating. Highly recommend the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean B.

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

Living in History

We spent four nights in this wonderful historic home. It is fully equipped, spotlessly, clean, has all the modern amenities, but it immerses you in a bygone era. It is within a mile of Orvis, the American Museum of flyfishing, and central downtown Manchester. We highly recommend staying in this property, you will not regret it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte F.

Novel House

This is our second year at Novel House and booked for next year. The best location in town. Accommodations are lovely - sad to leave.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

VT Summer stay

Another great stay at the Novel House! The space is always prepared nicely for a relaxing week in the Green Mountains. This is our third time staying and you can’t beat the location in Manchester. Thanks again Matt!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

This house is a labor of love

This is one of our all time favorite rental experiences over the past 25 years. Every detail has been thought out and aligns with this beautiful and spacious 19th historic house. The aesthetic was perfect and at the same time, rather than feeling like staying in a museum, it was very cozy and comfortable. Close to everything. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

CynthiaN

Storied’ Stay Experience

It was excellent. If I had to be critical; the only problem was that the TV did not work the second day. We spent 2 hours back and forth trying to fix it.
Verified

4/10 Poor

jeffrey s.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
The first floor smelled like the family pet dog. upstairs bedrooms and bathroom were very nice. No smell. The kitchen was very nice. I was surprised there was no body wash with shampoo and conditioner. Had to go to store to buy. My big issue was that the WIFI was terrible. After the first Night, the TV would not connect to the WIFI. I inquired with property manager by text, email and phone as I figured it was as easy as re-setting router. But no reply the entire stay. So no TV. Also, i have never seen a VRBO without secure wifi. This is insane. The Owner had its own secure network but Renters.... oh no, unsecure network which means i cannot remote in from my laptop which means I left a day early and deserve a credit for one night. But I don't have time to fight for that. I will try to splash social media with these comments though. Disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daneen T.

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

Cozy Comfort, Rich History, in a Great Location

This is the second time we have stayed at a Storied Stay property and will keep coming back! The Novel house is a well appointed historic home. It has a cozy comfort with classic modern features (updated kitchen and bathrooms, laundry on the same floors as the bedrooms). It is perfect for one couple, two couples or a small family. The convenient location in walking distance to wonderful restaurants, hiking trails and a short drive to prime skiing are also a plus. Hands-down, this property is a must stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte F.

Novel House

Well appointed home with pristine location. Host Matthew is very attentive to all details. We enjoyed 6 weeks and will be back again next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

High Quality VRBO

Beautifully updated and maintained. Thoughtful attention to quality details (kitchen items, library, puzzles, radiant heat in bathroom floors, plush bedding, spices, soaps, etc). We skied at Stratton and enjoyed wandering around Manchester.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Charming location and comfortable place

A friend and I stayed here for a weekend of hiking and taking in the fall foliage. Great location, 3 houses away from Equinox resort. Clean and lots of thoughtful touches. Only disappointment was the challenge in the Smart TV not recognizing the WiFi and no one to come by and fix it. We were looking forward to some movie watching and after several reports via email, text and phone, it wasn’t fixed during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Wonderful Home Rental in Manchester

Storied Stay provided a perfect Manchester stay for myself and all guests. The house is beautiful, offering a historic New England feel with modernized appliances and accommodations . The house is clean, spacious and located right in the center of town. The owner is responsive and check-in/out was very easy. I would definitely stay here again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Wonderful Stay

We have stayed at this home a few times and we enjoy it each time. The home is clean and it accommodates our family of two adults and one toddler. It is in a good location that is quiet but yet central to restaurants and other activities in the area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gabe C.

Magical weekend

What could be better than a beautiful autumn weekend in Vermont? Absolutely nothing...as long as you are staying at the lovely Storied Stay home! The property is immaculate, comfortable, and designed with impeccable taste. The Novel House in particular pairs modern design with historic charm, which provides the perfect setting for a relaxing getaway. As for the host, Matt was helpful, responsive, and damn professional from start to finish. He made sure our trip went off without a hitch. We couldn't recommend this property more highly.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Great spot in the center of town

Great house and location- We enjoyed staying in the center of town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlyn V.

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

Lovely

Excellent location, well appointed, newly renovated historic property. A designers dream come true. Cozy winter getaway with gas fireplace made our ski week so unique.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam N.

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

Lovely stay

Beautifully decorated and very cozy. The communication with Matt was amazing. Right in the heart of Manchester. A great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020