This is the Blue Door Farm and cottage, a Gertrude Rentals property
Charming historic home and cottage near top skiing, shopping, hiking, summer adventure parks, and dining! On site amenities include hot tub, 8 Fireplaces, 10 baths (7/3), 4 deep-soak tubs, hiking trail entries, commercial caliber cellar-tavern, all-season sunroom, fire-pit, antiques and oriental rugs throughout, and nice bedding and mattresses. Set on 10 acres edged by 400,000 acres of forest. Just 3-miles to Bromley, 6-miles to Magic, 13-miles to Stratton, 18-miles to Okemo, 5-miles to both VAST and Appalachian Trail. Not feeling outdoorsy, just 13-miles to Manchesters' famous shopping and dining!
What Guests Love
∙Historic house – charming, distinctive, and always something to explore
∙The outdoors - property flows directly into 100 miles of national park mountains
∙Relaxing – fireplaces, mountain air, deep soak tubs, and beautiful antique decor
∙Skiing - 5 Great mountains within 20 miles, something for every skier
∙Hiking and snowmobiling - 6 miles to both VAST and Appalachian Trail access
∙The food - 40 nearby restaurants including 20 critically acclaimed farm to table options
∙Exploring - live music, shopping, monasteries, farms, summer stock theater, food markets, open roads
∙The Memories - one of a kind Vermont experience, favorite of initiated visitors
Property Truths
Although a favorite of most guests, this property might not be a fit for demanding travelers. It's professionally cleaned, laundry is washed at 140°, we have the top cable available in the area, and our heating system is under 10yrs old and regularly serviced. However, it's also a historic house in a rural setting with rooms the caliber of the “popular” historic Equinox Hotel in Manchester. The furnishings are primarily antique and antiques are old. The floors creek and the windows can be hard to open. The kitchen dining area can feel cramped for groups greater than 14. The cable and Wi-Fi as mentioned, are the best in the area, but the best in this area is not as good as where you come from. If what I'm telling you sounds charming, and most guests do find it charming, then I'm sure you will love this house.
Location
A rare combination of creature comfort, solitude, and lavish dining and drinking. This is going to be easy, you deserve this. Set in the Green Mountain National Forest with amazing star gazing, mineral water straight from the faucet into your coffee tea or bath and no stoplights, but with WIFI, paved roads, cell-service, a grocer, a liquor store, and incredible shopping skiing and dining. Ski four top mountains - Bromley, (3 miles), Magic (6 miles), Stratton (13 miles), or Okemo (18 miles). Shop 40 Manchester retailers just 12 miles away. Eat at four Michelin quality restaurants and find 12 more family-friendly eats within 6 miles. If you prefer to relax onsite you can enjoy a outdoor hot-tub on the meadow, a walk in the forest, a drink and a book in a spa-bath or in front of a fireplace, or hit your private tavern for drinks and bocce-ball, giant-Jenga, or croquet. This place will really put your stress triggers on pause. Six thousand square feet of interior space and thousands of acres to get lost in:)
History
The Blue Door Farm was formerly known as the Nordic Inn. It is listed in the Vermont Nordic Ski Hall of Fame, and fondly remembered by locals and initiated travelers as the place to go to do anything from falling in love and getting engaged, to celebrating/reuniting with old friends and family. Now as the Blue Door Farm, it is updated remodeled and 100% private. The Blue Door Farm has hosted a wide variety of groups including - Reiki water-healing and other wellness retreats, the Burton Snowboard family, a Bollywood star, the twin baby stars of the Diane Keaton movie Baby Boom (filmed nearby), a former NYC Chief of Police, a Para-Olympic gold medalist, and even a reunion for an 80s band with a multi-platinum album.
Support Post Booking
I understand vacation time is precious and I will make sure you get the most out of it. My number is the only contact information you need. My units are at the top attractions. No requirement ever at checkout. Free early check-in when possible. Never hidden fees or solicitation
Terms
Payments are 50% refundable when canceled at least 60 days before arrival. Payments are not refundable when canceled less than 60 days before arrival. Events or gatherings involving outside guests are only allowed with prior approval from the management. Guest agrees to hold the Property Manager and Owner harmless from any liability for injuries while on vacation.
Travel Insurance
If you prefer insured bookings, we also offer travel insurance. Basic Travel Insurance- cost is 7%, covers 30 different issues, coverage begins only after protection has been purchased. CFAR (cancel for any reason) insurance is available in states applicable- cost is approximately 11% (7% basic plus additional 3.8% to add CFAR). Basic and CFAR must be purchased together as CFAR cannot be purchased individually. CFAR covers 60% of the trip cost with no questions asked. Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of booking and 30 days before check-in. Claim must be filed two days prior to arrival, available to U.S. citizens only.
Events
We've hosted almost everything, but events must get prior approval.
