Mount Harmony Farm Vacation Guest House | House in Sheffield

9.8 (31 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Sheffield House | Mount Harmony Farm Vacation Guest House

3 Bedroom House in Sheffield

There is a 3-night MINIMUM for stays and 31 nights MAXIMUM, and NO FARM STAYS--farm animals can be experienced from picture window, lawn & deck. There are a day before and after each reservation for cleaning/sanitizing and 3 days advance notice for reservations. In cold months, there may be a light dust which comes from the energy-efficient wood/pellet stoves' fans. 2-story Guest House (whole house, not shared with other renters--just one rental group at a time). Sleeps 4 Guests very comfortably--5 people maximum (2 king-sized beds, 1 full-sized bed. Bedrooms and BATHROOMS ARE UPSTAIRS. The shower room has a small shower which may be too small for some people. We've used it sometimes and love it (husband is 6', 190 lbs). Recently added a Sprite shower head (multiple settings) and filter. Communication with us is very important for a great stay.
downstairs has a full-sized inner-spring mattress couch-bed (no bathroom downstairs) If there is a problem/issue, we are not mind readers--let us know so that we can fix the issue. I love to help and most issues can be resolved quickly. Again, COMMUNICATION with us is very important for guests to have a great time here--not after you've left.
country privacy in vermont's ne kingdom Close to nature and old-fashioned farm charm, peaceful -- a great get away. Let go, unwind, have fun, de-stress & relax, or knock yourself out in the great outdoors. Guest House Garden (separate from the Farm) with protective fencing for the Guests & Farm animals (NO FARM STAYS, and do NOT pet/feed the donkeys) usually has lots of yummies in it by early July until mid-October. Pets allowed upon approval (not recommended in winter) -- NO LARGE DOGS, and no more than 1 dog. No dogs allowed into upstairs rooms--please groom & de-tick/de-flea pets before coming.
2-story historic guest house has old-fashioned rustic charm & elegance and amazing views from the large upstairs picture window (rustic compared to burke mtn's condos or hotels) The picture window looks out onto beautiful, changing mountain views and the antics of our animals--clear nights are great for star-gazing. There is an air-conditioner in the upstairs Great Room during the hot months. Cool Fall nights you can turn on the upstairs energy-efficient pellet stove. In Winter the Upstairs has individually controlled baseboard heaters and the Great Room's energy-efficient pellet stove. Downstairs has an energy-efficient wood stove (if you want, I can light up the downstairs wood stove every morning, and in the evening, too--let me know). Cook up a storm in the open downstairs kitchen, grill up a storm outside during the warm months, or check out nearby cafes-restaurants, and most especially the #1-Rated Hill Farmstead Brewery 20 minutes away.
free wifi (10 meg speed, hd-tv & blu-ray dvd (+netflix, amazon prime with hbo, hbz, masterpiece theater, britbox/acorn, etc--streaming, not cable). Upstairs Roku TV has access to Hulu and Peacock as well. We have games, cards, jigsaw puzzles, books, stuffed toys, crayons/art supplies, Audubon Nature Guides, binoculars & a recliner. There is a 4/5-gallon hot/cold water dispenser downstairs--we encourage people to bring personal (not disposable) water bottles. Tap water comes from our artesian well and has a whole-house filter. We ask that you are respectful in the use of our well water. If you have a problem--let me know right away. Again, COMMUNICATION is important while you are here--not after you leave. I love to help and most issues are easy to correct.
clear skies at night are great for star-gazing (check out when there are meteor showers, too) It's all about the experience of Mount Harmony Farm.
please note: during late november thru early march, we recommend fleece-lined jeans (or a polypropylene base layer) and sweaters Walking around in just T-shirts and light-weight jeans indoors during these months is not suited to this region--or our heating/electricity use budget.
the nearby (near-private) nature sanctuary is just down the hill--great swimming--the water come early july is beautifully warm and usually stays warm to end of september/early october, with fishing, hiking, beautifully laid out & well-marked hiking paths, and a scenic outlook ("o'leary's leap") which has a steep, well-laid-out climb for the last 10 minutes There is also a second pond +another locked cabin, plus a high point elevation--lots to explore. A mile further on (on Rte. 122) is the world-renowned Bread & Puppet Theater. Shadow Lake and many other swimming areas are also nearby. Craftsbury/the Commons/ Sterling College/the Open Center are a 1/2 hr+ away for biking, hiking, events, dining, farmers' markets, summer concerts outside & more. In the other direction are Burke Mountain-Kingdom Trails (world-class mountain biking events, and great restaurants/bars in that area). Lake Willoughby is about 45 minutes away and fairly crowded during very hot days. In Winter there is skiing, sledding, snowshoeing at Burke & Craftsbury's Open Center, and fat tire biking at Kingdom Trails.
guest house rates are for up to 4 people--additional guest is $30/nt--with a limit of 5 people Because we have a STRICT NO-CANCELLATION POLICY, if you or your guests' plans are at all iffy--we recommend taking out Traveler's Insurance in the event you may have to cancel or leave early.
greensboro (miller's thumb, willy's country store & circus smirkus) is about 20 minutes away, and a quick jump to the wildly popular hill farmstead brewery (amazing beers/brews--go to their website) About 10 minutes south of Circus Smirkus is Perennial pleasures--beautiful & artistic gardens, plants to buy, and a wonderful tea room with real china & silverware, plus several varieties of entertaining chickens wandering about. From there you can continue south to Hardwick where you'll find Positive Pie (reservations recommended), a fun bookstore, a gift shop, the Buffalo Mountain Food Co-op & Cafe, a thrift shop, a creative cafe, an AT&T store, and more.
if you go north to newport you will find many things to see & do there, plus lake memphremagog which extends well into canada (bike paths from newport into canada go around parts of the lake) Canada entry requires a passport or special sticker on your driver's license/state ID.
please note: this is not a farm stay--the protected farm animals are not to be fed/petted as the donkeys do not always understand where carrots leave off and fingers begin They also are not horses (horses can be fed from open palms--but donkeys cannot). Please do not fly drones on our property--go off our property--far enough away you won't scare our protected animals.
slept like babies..: Dear Stephanie & Marc.-- We had a glorious time. We loved the downstairs great room and especially loved reading and looking at the donkeys and the mountains from the upstairs Great Room. We all slept like babies!!!!! It was such fun watching the birds and the chipmunk darting about outside. Torben loved snowshoeing on your property. -- Thanks for providing such a wonderful larder with spices, oils, rice (which I used), teas and coffees, which I loved. I did the cooking and they cleaned up! -- Thank you also for being the 'parents' for the rescued animals. We have friends who live in Woodstock, VT and the wife is totally committed to taking animals out of abusive homes. You are doing a great thing and your animals must be thankful to have you care for them. We loved hearing them 'talking' to Marc! -- Thank you so much. -- april & torben, fl
it was like coming home: we read the website & write-ups, made the deal, but still didn't really know what to expect It was like coming home to the family farm for Thanksgiving. We're not often welcomed by two mules, a gaggle of Geese, various sheep, and a pair of chipmunks. No moose though, at least not yet. Marc & Stephanie are like family. Staying here's been a treat. Raiding the vegetable garden, watching the chipmunk while reading on the deck, the view from upstairs, the 'sanctuary' down the hill & across the road (all parks should be like this), the leaves turning. Drive the byways, but better yet -- take the well-used Vermont Gazetteer and take those really skinny back roads that are red -- the dirt/gravel ones. Get lost, find your way. Go to the observatory at the top of Prospect Hill near Brownington, and look into Canada. Try them all -- they're good roads, often better than the asphalt ones. -- pam & les, tx
wow!!!: let me start off by saying wow!!!!! you and your farm are amazing It was so nice to meet folks who still have strong morals/values and treat animals/land with the love and respect they deserve. We really were just trying to 'get away', but you made our trip so much more than that!! And for that I THANK YOU. We loved sitting down with you two and hearing you speak so lovingly about your farm. My husband and I have had our share of many tragedies over the last few years and found it hard to get out of our pity party; in just two short days Mount Harmony provided us with the atmosphere to 'let go'. Your gratitude towards my husband's veteran status was unexpected and appreciated, I hope we did not insult you by not taking you up on your offer to stay a night 'on you'. If we didn't have [responsibilities], we would have taken you up on the offer in a heartbeat. We'll be back, but next time for a longer stay (they've been back many times).
-- sonya, gary & friends, ma, now fl

Mount Harmony Farm Vacation Guest House is located in Sheffield. Mount Harmony Farm Vacation Guest House provides accommodation, featuring Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Mount Harmony Farm Vacation Guest House has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Sheffield has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Sheffield, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Sheffield, 05866, United States

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: children under 2 y.o. are free (limit 2 freebies)
Pet Policy
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) note from host: call to give us details and get pre-approval pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
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 note from host: not during covid-19, family events ask first onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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Kimberly K.
Oct 24, 2024 07:09:20 AM
Review Score:   6
Summary: There are a few issues we experienced that we wanted to pass along for those considering this rental: 1. Bathrooms: photos or descriptions of the bathrooms weren’t included in the listing. Due to the unusual size of the bathrooms (not being easily accessible for plus size or tall people) that these should absolutely be included in the listing, as it can cause a real issue for some people. Also, the cleanliness of the bathroom was a real issue. The shower had mold on the mat and shower curtain and it appeared that it was not cleaned beforehand. 2. Excessive Bugs: during our stay we killed 10+ flies and 10+ lady bugs a day in the great room upstairs *alone*. We understand we were staying at a farm, so to a degree we could understand an extra presence of bugs around the house. But the degree we experienced the bugs was clearly due to a problem with a crack or opening somewhere in the house that allowed an outrageous amount of insects in throughout the day and night. 3. Water: there was a very strong and pervasive “rotten egg” smell from all the water sources (besides the filtered drinking water provided). 4. General cleanliness: While it’s a beautiful space with lots of character and charm, it was obvious the space was not sufficiently cleaned before our arrival. From a used/dirty coffee maker, hair on the shower floor, and general dust throughout the property. It left us feeling like we weren’t confident things had been sanitized and made ready for new guests
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Is this Sheffield house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Sheffield house have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Sheffield house has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Sheffield house?

Best-rates for the Sheffield house starts from $187 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Pool, View, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Sports/Activities, Guest Services, Internet, Kitchen, Parking, Designated Smoking Area, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, TV, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry with all other facilities. ODS matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Sheffield house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Sheffield house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Sheffield house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Sheffield house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Sheffield house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Sheffield house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Sheffield house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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