the farmhouse at Big Picture Farm

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Check out the area

Townshend, VT

Townshend State Park15 min drive
Stratton Mountain Resort36 min drive
Mount Snow37 min drive
Rutland, VT (RUT-Rutland Southern Vermont Regional)74 min drive

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Cicada Suite

1 Queen Bed

Cy Twombly

1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Eloise

1 Queen Bed

Gertrude Stein Suite

1 King Bed

Little Prince

1 Single Bed

Master (Orion)

1 King Bed

Matilda

1 Queen Bed

Twig

1 King Bed

Wolf

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Cicada Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Eloise wing

Toilet · Shower only

Entrance Public

Toilet

Gertrude Stein

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Orion Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Twig

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Separate dining area

Dining Area

About this property

The Farmhouse at Big Picture Farm is a new and unique on-farm boutique-lodging experience. Whether you are looking for a memorable ski house, or looking for an authentic and elegant setting for a group gathering or family reunion (contact us for details and rates for weddings weddings), the Farmhouse is the perfect place to celebrate life. Please note that this is a whole house rental and the rate is valid for up to 16 guests (includes children). Message us for larger group rates. More photos at

Located in the hills of southern Vermont, Big Picture Farm is an Animal Welfare Approved goat dairy and award-winning farmstead confectionery. We also make artisanal cheeses, keep bees, pigs, and laying hens, and tend to flower and vegetable gardens, as well as oversee 100 acres of pasture, woodlands, and wetlands -- all of which are ripe for exploration no matter the season. The house, with 8.5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, easily accommodates groups of 2-20. For those with a culinary interest, the kitchen is beautiful and large and features state of the art appliances. Relax by one of our gorgeous fireplaces after dinner, or retire to the sprawling deck to watch the sunset over Peaked Mountain.

Guests are invited to explore our 100 acres and visit with our herd of goats. A short walk (approximately 50 ft.) from the Farmhouse is our Barn and Creamery. Schedule a 'goat hangout' and come meet the ladies. In the winter, there are endless cross-country ski and snow-shoe trails right our your front door, and in other seasons a stroll or hike in any direction promises relaxation and adventure.

Louisa and Lucas and baby-Maisie live in a separate house across the street, but are around the farm most of the time, as are a staff of four or five farm and creamery workers. We are busy, but we are also happy to say hello and answer any questions you may have.

This is an active dairy farm replete with all of the realities that accompany such an operation.

The property is available for events and weddings on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for more details and rates.

Property manager

Louisa Conrad

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We don't wear shoes in the house, bring your slippers!

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Townshend

This farm stay is located in Townshend. Jamaica State Park and Stratton Mountain Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Townshend State Park and West River. The Nature Museum and Vermont Museum of Mining and Minerals are also worth visiting.

Townshend, VT

What's nearby

Townshend State Park - 15 min drive
Stratton Mountain Resort - 36 min drive
Mount Snow - 37 min drive
Vermont Country Store - 40 min drive
Magic Mountain Ski Resort - 45 min drive

Getting around

Brattleboro Station - 31 min drive
Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

River Bend Farm Market Pizza - 7 min drive
Fat Crow - 13 min drive
West Townshend Country Store - 12 min drive
Townshend Dam Diner - 11 min drive
Rick's Tavern - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is the farmhouse at Big Picture Farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at the farmhouse at Big Picture Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at the farmhouse at Big Picture Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is the farmhouse at Big Picture Farm located?

Situated in Townshend, this farm stay is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from West River and within 9 miles (15 km) of Townshend State Park and Plummer's Sugar House. Grafton Ponds Outdoor Center and The Nature Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Hasso E.

23 Feb 2020

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

Big beautiful country home

We had a wonderful time here for the weekend. The house beautifully accommodated our family of 15, offering plenty of space to gather as a group and quiet places to read or hangout in smaller groups. And, the location is quintessential Vermont amongst little hills and open fields

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynn O.

18 Feb 2020

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

Spectacular farmhouse for multi-family ski trip

We stayed at Big Picture Farm for a three family (all related) ski trip to Mt Snow. The house is very spacious, with plenty of rooms and beds for all the parents and kids/teens. There was plenty of room to cook and eat all together. Both the home and the surroundings were spectacularly beautiful and you can't miss the charm of seeing a herd of goats on your way out.

10/10 Excellent

Kara L.

3 Sept 2019

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

Gorgeous Farm and House

Big Picture Farm is truly amazing. The farm house is so beautiful and comfortable, the grounds are gorgeous, and even the barn cats are super friendly. It really was a special place to hold my coaching retreat and I think the atmosphere helped create a magical weekend. I can't recommend it enough and I wish I could move in!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C., Wakefield

27 Aug 2019

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

Magical Retreat

We selected the farmhouse for our annual college friends reunion with our families, which is made up of 10 adults and 10 kids, three and under. The house was absolutely stunning and more than we could have dreamed of. Even with 20 people, the house felt spacious. We really can’t say enough good things about the house. Huge kitchen, beautiful clean bedrooms with cozy bedding, more bathrooms than you can count, a huge yoga room the kids could run around in, and multiple sitting and dining areas. We will definitely be returning!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Stefanie K., Brooklyn, New York

2 Aug 2019

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

Great to get away from it all

Louisa and Lukas are very easy to communicate with and responded quickly to any request that we had. We spent 4 nights there with a large group for my MIL’s 80th birthday and everyone had such a good time. Definitely take them up on meeting the goats, great experience :) We utilized the yoga room downstairs with a private yoga instructor and also the amazing kitchen with a recommended private chef for a birthday dinner. Bonus for anyone traveling with kids, the yoga room can double as a play area and they provided great toys that both my 1 yr old and 5 yr old loved playing with. Things to note: 1) there is no AC in the house so when you’re there in the summer it does get HOT during the daytime. 2) it is rural VT so expect to see some “nature friends” around. Thanks again for everything!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019