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Songbird Haven–majestic VT Timberframe, Dog-Friendly Home Along The White River

Songbird Haven–majestic VT Timberframe, Dog-Friendly Home Along The White River

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Songbird Haven, southern exposure
Vaulted ceiling in great room, gas fireplace and flat screen TV with DirectTV
View from loft
Resident party animals - Bullwinkle and Natasha
Happy 2018!

Overview of Songbird Haven–majestic VT Timberframe, Dog-Friendly Home Along The White River

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10418 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Rochester, VT
  • Popular LocationLittle Pico Mountain5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreen Mountain National Forest23 min drive
  • Popular LocationKillington Resort40 min drive
  • AirportRutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower level guest room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Lower level master suite

1 King Bed

Main level guest room

2 Queen Beds

Third level master suite & separate loft

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower level half bath

Toilet

Lower level master bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Main level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Third level master bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Songbird Haven–majestic VT Timberframe, Dog-Friendly Home Along The White River

Enjoy the Vermont countryside any time of the year on over 7 acres alongside the White River. This home offers full amenities within a three-floor footprint of over 4,600 square feet. With two kitchens and two master bedroom suites, this is an ideal location for family reunions or multi-family vacations, including the family dog(s).

Songbird Haven is known for its spectacular valley and mountain views, private walking paths and direct river access. In warm weather, meander down to wade or float in the river, mountain bike along the rural roads, hike one of the many Green Mountain trails, and stargaze the dark skies at night (telescope provided). Fall asleep lulled by the soothing sound of the babbling creek.

In the winter, cross country ski, snowshoe or snow mobile from your front door or drive ~ 30 minutes to ski Killington, Sugarbush, Mad River Glen or Middlebury Snow Bowl. Come back to relax by the fire with a good book while enjoying a well-deserved glass of wine/whiskey.

To experience small town Vermont at its best, drive 5 minutes into Rochester which features Sandy's Bakery, Rochester Café (with its quaint soda fountain), Doc's Tavern, and Maple Soul (a locally sourced farm-to-table restaurant with 'soul').

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Tim & Lois
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rochester

Located in Rochester, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Brandon Music and Plush Quartz Art Glass - Glassblowing Studio & Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at White River Golf Club and Neshobe Golf Club. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.
Map
Rochester, VT

What's nearby

  • Little Pico Mountain - 5 min drive
  • Texas Falls Recreation Area - 20 min drive
  • Green Mountain National Forest - 23 min drive
  • Pico Mountain at Killington Ski Resort - 35 min drive
  • Killington Resort - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Randolph Depot - 28 min drive
  • Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Maple Soul - 8 min drive
  • Rochester Cafe - 8 min drive
  • Doc's Tavern - 8 min drive
  • School Street Bistro - 8 min drive
  • The Village Porch - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Songbird Haven–majestic VT Timberframe, Dog-Friendly Home Along The White River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Songbird Haven–majestic VT Timberframe, Dog-Friendly Home Along The White River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Songbird Haven–majestic VT Timberframe, Dog-Friendly Home Along The White River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Songbird Haven–majestic VT Timberframe, Dog-Friendly Home Along The White River located?

This family-friendly Rochester holiday home is located on the riverfront, 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Little Pico Mountain, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Cushman State Forest and White River Golf Club. Texas Falls Recreation Area and Neshobe Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Had a family Christmas at songbird and it did not disappoint! The house and property are massive with plenty of room for everyone. The house is fully equipped with everything you need. There’s detailed instructions for everything in the house. We couldn’t have enjoyed ourselves anymore then we did it was amazing. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at Songbird Haven!
For the second year in a row we stayed here over Thanksgiving and had a wonderful time with family! Can't say enough great things about the property and the hosts! Highly recommend if you travel to Vermont. Everything you need in a cozy environment.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vermont Treasure
We were a group of 4 couples who enjoyed this spacious home and beautiful grounds by the river. The owners were easy to communicate with both before and during our stay. The Rochester area has many accesses to trails and views in the Green Mountain Forest.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

megan r., Lansdale pa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Haven is the right description
Songbird haven was heaven for us. We escaped the heat of the Philly area to discover majestic mountains and raging rapids. The river calmed down midweek after the crazy storms. We went from a calm mountain stream to raging waters but it was fun to watch. The Generator is a huge plus. The owners have thought of everything to meet your needs. The beauty of the lush green mountains and the comfort and size of the house will make your vacay wonderful. Even with some bad weather, this was one of our best vacations. A gem We loved the river. It was
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect escape - wish we stayed longer
Spacious, with lots of beds, and lots of great outdoor spaces. It was 90 degrees (in VT!) on the weekend we were there, but the house stayed comfortable despite no AC. The basement bedrooms were particularly cool and comfortable. So many shared places for gathering throughout the home. I could imagine spending the holidays up there with the extended family. It is off of windy roads in the mountains, so access might be challenging in the winter, but no problems in the late spring. Easy access to Brandon (20 minutes) and Middlebury College (35 minutes). Some might find it too far away from the college, but the drive through the mountains is resetting and therapeutic. Our next child is also going to Middlebury, so we will likely book this place for his future graduation weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tim & Lois

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We are empty-nesters now parenting our yellow lab Baxter. It's hard to tell who loves the Green Mountains more ... for us, it's a way to get away from our hectic jobs and get outside (one of Tim's favorite terms). For Baxter, well ... his life isn't so hectic but he loves the freedom of getting outside and having the run of 7 acres and river access!

Why they chose this property

We spent some time in Rochester for a 3-day family wedding in 2016 and fell in love with the area. Tim loved the hiking and long valley views, and Lois loved the charm of downtown Rochester (and a few of the easier hiking trails). It was a special place and time for our extended family and we felt a deep connection to the area. For Tim, it reminded him of his native Scotland. (Yes, he is wearing a kilt in the photo.) For Lois, it was a great opportunity to unplug and get off the grid!

What makes this property unique

What sold us first on Songbird Haven was the expansive post-and-beam great room. The river access and 7 acres of fields with meadow and mountain views were a bonus!

The house was comfortable and spacious and reminded us of the many two-family vacations we took (often with Lois' sister) when all of our kids were little. Hotels didn't work so well with kids (and a dog or 2) in tow, but having a comfortable home where we could spread out, cook in on occasion, and just relax with the family was the perfect formula.

We saw Songbird Haven as a place where we could share the multi-family / friend vacation tradition and build new memories!

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