Your Private Vermont Vacation Getaway! 10 min. to VT Summer Festival.

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Recently renovated kitchen, dining and living room area with an open floor plan

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12195 sq m

Check out the area

Danby, VT

Vermont Summer Festival12 min drive
Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)22 min drive
Bromley Mountain Ski Resort32 min drive
Okemo Mountain Resort45 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Located on 5+ acres in Danby, Vermont, this fantastic, renovated, contemporary home features 6 Bedrooms, a beautiful kitchen with 10’ long island and open space living dining area with panoramic views, 72” smart built-in TV with wrap around furnishings, and all the basic necessities you need for a carefree getaway. Littlebranch is the perfect gathering place for family, reunions, ladies' weekends, offering the perfect mix of a tranquil environment, with restaurants and shopping in Manchester only minutes away.

The house Littlebranch can be rented with the Mettawee Pool House for larger groups, which has an INDOOR POOL - See VRBO property 195213. We are COVID-19 trained by the American Hotel and Lodging Association - "Safe Stay" program.

There is a lot to do in the area during all seasons. Littlebranch is only 10 mins to the VT Summer Festival, and centrally located to several ski areas. This property is surrounded by beautiful, rolling fields, woods, and farmland making it the perfect four-season family get away. Great for large groups. Nearby Emerald Lake State Park offers a beautiful lake for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, picnics and hiking. Fall foliage is unsurpassed here, & seasonal activities abound. Dogs welcome. Rates and minimum rental days during holidays and vacation periods will vary - please contact the property manager for details.

Night Sky: The night time sky here is spectacular. Never before have you seen the stars like you will see them here. Bring your binoculars for this, and for the abundant and diverse bird life. Listen for the owls at night - they are here! There are coyotes, bear, deer, fox, rabbits and a great assortment of song birds, hummingbirds, birds of prey and others. . . . Nearby, within five minutes drive, you can take walks of varying degrees of difficulty in wildlife management areas, hike into the Green Mountain National Forest, and see some things you have never experienced before. This is a great location to experience some things that you may never have seen or done before! Great adventure/ exploration potential for kids, especially.

We also manage Homeaway Property #195213 which is next door to Littlebranch. Renting both houses together gives you access to a private indoor pool, 12 acres of rolling fields and accommodating up to 20 people.

Property manager

Charles Harris

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Surrounded by mountains, your private enclave in Vermont

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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

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

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

Danby

Located in Danby, this holiday home is in a rural area. Dorset Playhouse and Hildene are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Golf Club at Equinox and Rutland Country Club. Vermont Summer Festival and Vermont State Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

Vermont Summer Festival - 12 min drive
Emerald Lake State Park - 16 min drive
Bromley Mountain Ski Resort - 32 min drive
Okemo Mountain Resort - 45 min drive
Stratton Mountain Resort - 46 min drive

Getting around

Rutland Station - 26 min drive
Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

White Dog Tavern - 3 min drive
Danbys Country Kitchen - 3 min drive
Emma's Restaurant - 4 min drive
Gatewood's - 3 min drive
Mamma Tamara & Famiglia - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Private Vermont Vacation Getaway! 10 min. to VT Summer Festival. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your Private Vermont Vacation Getaway! 10 min. to VT Summer Festival.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Private Vermont Vacation Getaway! 10 min. to VT Summer Festival.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Private Vermont Vacation Getaway! 10 min. to VT Summer Festival. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Emerald Lake State Park, Vermont Summer Festival and Battenkill River. Lye Brook Falls and Manchester Designer Outlets are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Zach T.

22 Feb 2024

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

Winter Getaway

Had a great time staying at Charles’ place. My kids (5 and 3) loved the air hockey table and the front yard allowed for some great sledding. The location was exactly what we were looking for with easy access to Bromley, Wild Wings, and Manchester for outings. Would definitely come back.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

4 Jan 2024

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

Great house for a larger group

The owner was very easy to communicate with. Things were labeled at the house and instructions were very clear. The large kitchen and living area was exactly what we needed. The kitchen is fully stocked with anything you might need. Plenty of sleeping space. Lower level bedrooms don’t have a bathroom, you have to go up a level. Very minor inconvenience, was happy to have the 3rd bathroom overall. Downstairs space was great for the 18 year olds. Check in/out process was very easy. The trash process was by far the most convenient we’ve experienced in all our years of renting houses. There is a shed that has many trash and recycle barrels to accommodate the larger groups.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

27 Jan 2023

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

Great stay

This was our second time staying here and we were just as pleased as last time. Ample space for our group of 12 to spread out and to congregate when needed. Half of the group spent time skiing at Okemo, but the other half was happily occupied on the grounds and in nearby Manchester. We may be back for a third time next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

4 Jan 2023

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

Great family friendly house

We stayed at the Littlebranch House with 3 families and skied at Bromley over NYE. The house and location were great, easy to get to the mountain and Manchester. We stayed in and cooked several nights, the house had all necessary cooking utensils. The downstairs room with the air hockey table and TV kept the kids occupied while the adults could enjoy sometime upstairs. Definitely would recommend! Charles was a pleasure to communicate with and very helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Deborah B.

31 Dec 2022

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

Open concept allows for family gatherings

Great house for a large family gathering!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Charles Harris

Why they chose this property

Welcome to Vermont! In the Green Mountains State, you'll find famous fall foliage, renowned maple syrup and the most snow on the east coast. But there is so much more too: enjoy local food at restaurants and farmers’ markets, savor the revered beer culture, meet world-class artisans, explore endless recreational opportunities, rejuvenate at the spa, learn about noteworthy historic sites and above all, please stay awhile… Vermont’s attributes will continue to reveal themselves to you in honest and inspiring ways.

Vermonters are known for their independent-thinking, friendliness, sportiness, and resourcefulness. The state’s residents love the land and are committed to preserving, as well as sharing it. Vermont’s agricultural traditions have created open working landscapes amid a backdrop of mountains, many of which make up the nation’s first through-hiking trail, the Long Trail.

While it’s easy to spend days simply taking in the scenery, it’s even more rewarding to become a part of it. It’s easy to explore backs roads and well-maintained trails by bicycle. Go for a run or walk along busy downtown paths or quiet villages with covered bridges. Drop into a halfpipe on your skis or snowboard and share the trail with local Olympians. Cast a line in a lake or stream, or relax beachside at a pristine state park. Whatever the day brings, the night is sure to deliver a solid night’s rest.

In Vermont, one thing is beautifully certain: The seasons will change. And with that change, so does the landscape, the recreation, and the way of life. With every season comes new opportunities to explore the world around you. Welcome to a state that is truly never out of season.

What makes this property unique

Private yet convenient to all of the shopping opportunities in Manchester and Rutland, including Orvis, Eddie Bauer, Reebok, Crabtree & Evelyn, the Gap, Kate Spade, EMS, Northshire Bookstore, Orvis Warehouse, Anne Taylor, Brooks Brothers, and many others. There are antique shops, historical venues, tag sale opportunities, Equinox, Hildene, and much more.
We are only 10 minutes north of the VT Summer Festival and there are many horseback riding stables nearby as well.

The house is centrally located between several ski areas including Bromley, Okemo, Pico, Killington and others.The approximate travel times to the ski areas are as follows:
Bromley 35 minutes, Pico 45 minutes, Killington 45 minutes, Okemo 40 minutes.

There is good cross country skiing nearby, mountain biking, hiking, canoeing, camping, swimming, fishing opportunities, and much, much more.