Karin's Place: A Retreat

Karin's Place: A Retreat Come recharge in the middle of the woods! Peaceful privacy. Yet Williamstown and Bennington are both mere miles away. Perfect for all ages. Look no further.

Are you looking for a PRIVATE pool, hot tub that holds 8, sauna, AND a playground!? Join us in our guest house at Karin's Place and enjoy our "Gentleman's Farm" of goats, chickens, and freshly planted veggies! We live on site in a separate space and you have as much privacy as you desire with the convenience of instant response if you need anything! There is something for everyone at Karin’s Place

–from the enormous backyard, private pool, hot tub, sauna, and a pirate ship playground to enough books and games to last several lifetimes! Lie in a hammock and take in the sun or cross country ski on the 22 acres of land. The leaf peeping is also impossible to beat. This home is unique and grand. It was conceived by Jenny's father who was a bonafide eccentric. He lived a large life and was truly one-of-a-kind. There is no other home or inn in the area like Karin's Place. The house seamlessly converted into two completely separate spaces, allowing for a living space for us and a retreat space for you while retaining privacy. Our goats, chickens, and ducks look forward to your stay as well. There are hotels. There are convention centers. There are inns and B&Bs. None have a a pirate ship in a sandbox, a Quidditch Pitch, and a grown-up sized swing. Our attention to detail and personal investment in your time at Karin's Place makes every visit distinctive and uniquely special. Karin’s Place is an 8,000 square-foot estate nestled in the woods of Bennington, Vermont. The guest house is the original upgraded house with a separate entrance and a large wooden fence to separate the outdoor space as well. We are far enough off the road for solitude and listening to birds and animals rustling in the woods yet just four miles from the town of Bennington and nine miles from Williamstown, Massachusetts, Karin’s Place is in the middle of nowhere and close to somewhere. She can be your ultimate destination and/or she can be your resting ground after taking in theatre, music, museums, skiing, and more. The limit is 12 including children all with their own beds. Rent the entire house for 2 days or a couple of weeks. (Discounts for a week or more and we do NOT charge the overage fees for children 2 and under.) Just come. Why wait? We look forward to meeting you! As John is an acoustic expert, there is no sound bleed between the living spaces. A portion of your fee is donated to the Alzheimer's Association in the name of Jenny's mother, Karin. The base price is for up to 6 people. $45/person/night for additional people. (No additional person charges for children under age 3. The fees are non-negotiable. No parties or events above and beyond the people staying at the house.

08/23/2025

Vermont’s locally grown and crafted cheese, produce, and meats complement the beers brewed in small batches around the state and the Green Mountain terroir of local wine. At Vermont eateries, dishes are a fragrant, colorful homage to the contributions of the growers, producers, and chefs who bring...

08/10/2025

Each week during the height of the fall foliage season, a team of foresters report on the progression of Vermont’s renowned fall foliage throughout the state. Signing up for the Vermont Tourism foliage report will also provide you with itineraries, events, attractions, and more ways to experience ...

They understood the assignment.
08/10/2025

They understood the assignment.

I finally took down the awful white curtains in the KP bathroom. Replaced it. With one of the small quilts.THENI turned ...
07/14/2025

I finally took down the awful white curtains in the KP bathroom. Replaced it. With one of the small quilts.

THEN
I turned off the light and Magic happened.

Come stay at Karin’s Place for The Blueberry Festival on July 19 at The Apple Barn and Country Bake Shop! The house is a...
06/11/2025

Come stay at Karin’s Place for The Blueberry Festival on July 19 at The Apple Barn and Country Bake Shop! The house is available that weekend. Email [email protected] to book directly! www.karinsplacevt.com

Something big is baking… and we want YOU to be part of it.

Our Blueberry Festival is coming up on Saturday, July 19, and one of the sweetest parts of the day is the Blueberry Bake-Off — where local bakers go head-to-head for glory.

💰 $150 cash prize
🍩 A year’s worth of cider donuts
🏆 Bragging rights that will echo through Vermont kitchens for generations

We’re looking for:
🫐 Bakers of all ages and experience levels
🫐 Blueberry lovers with a flair for flavor
🫐 Community members who know what makes a winning bite — we need judges too!

To sign up as a baker or a judge, email Sarah at [email protected].

Whether you show up with a pie, a clipboard, or just a love of fresh berries, this is a day for celebrating everything sweet about Vermont — food, farming, and community. 💙

Let’s make this the berry best year yet.

Want to host an intimate event? Rent KP for a couple of nights and let Jenny create a magical space for you in The Orcha...
05/17/2025

Want to host an intimate event? Rent KP for a couple of nights and let Jenny create a magical space for you in The Orchard Ballroom. If you a guest at KP, you get 15% off the fees for our incredible event space.

One of the many reasons to come stay in Vermont at KP. The Apple Barn and Country Bake Shop is just 3 miles away down th...
05/17/2025

One of the many reasons to come stay in Vermont at KP. The Apple Barn and Country Bake Shop is just 3 miles away down the hill. 💗

A double rainbow stretched over the Apple Barn yesterday afternoon—arching above our fields, our covered bridge, and maybe even our future. These fields hold so much potential: for connection, celebration, and sustainable Vermont agriculture. If you look closely, those tiny purple boxes at the back? They’re beehives, tended by a local beekeeper whose honey we’re proud to carry right here at the Barn. Big dreams are rooted here—and they’re just beginning to bloom. (Snapped by a sharp-eyed customer who happened to catch the magic!)

Just come…
05/09/2025

Just come…

With spring’s arrival and warmer weather dawning in earnest, nature reawakens. Waterfalls rush with snowmelt and baby animals roam Vermont’s landscapes. Sprouts poke tiny green shoots up at farms statewide, getting ready to flavor local dishes with produce and savory herbs. Let this list of what...

If you have ever stayed at Karin's Place, please check out this organization, VTSTRA, that I proudly represent as a boar...
05/05/2025

If you have ever stayed at Karin's Place, please check out this organization, VTSTRA, that I proudly represent as a board member. We are working hard to keep Short Term Rentals (think Airbnb and VRBO) alive and flourishing in Vermont. Some in the State are trying to tax us and push us out. If you are so inclined to make a donation to the not-for-profit-organization to help us with lobbying and legal fees, we would be grateful.

Vermont Short-Term Rental Alliance (VTSTRA) is a nonprofit business association for vacation rental owners and short-term rental hosts operating in VT. We advocate for people who own vacation homes, Airbnb and Vrbo hosts, and fight for the right to rent and protection of Vermont's homestay and STR i

⚠️ Urgent: Protect Your Right to Rent in Vermont – Join VTSTRA Now!Vermont lawmakers are deciding the future of short-te...
03/22/2025

⚠️ Urgent: Protect Your Right to Rent in Vermont – Join VTSTRA Now!

Vermont lawmakers are deciding the future of short-term rentals—your voice must be heard!

VTSTRA's on the front lines, but we need your support to keep fighting.

What does VTSTRA do for you?

⚖️ Consistent Advocacy: VTSTRA responds immediately to legislative attempts to ban and over-tax STRs

🤝 Community Support: VTSTRA connects you with a like-minded network of Vermont hosts

📣 Real-Time Information: VTSTRA keeps you updated on important regulatory issues

Time is running out—don’t let decisions be made without you!

🔗 Join Now:

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03/20/2025

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