The Goldfinch is a 19th century farmhouse newly remodeled into a bright and modern country getaway. Whether you are looking to escape to peaceful, bucolic countryside, peeping the brilliant fall foliage, planning a ski retreat, or simply seeking a change of scenery, the Goldfinch offers a private slice of secluded, pristine nature in central Vermont's beautiful hill country. The space The Goldfinch is a 150-year-old, 2,400 square foot farmhouse situated at the end of 2 miles of dirt road. The house sits on 50 privates acres of land that guests are encouraged to explore and enjoy, with a swimming pond out the back door, and is surrounded by miles of trails through fields and woods. Upstairs, the serene master bedroom includes a king sized bed, lofty ceiling, sitting nook, walk-in closet and private dressing room. Across the hall is a large full bathroom and 2 brightly appointed bedrooms, one with a full sized bed, the other with 2 twins. Downstairs you’ll find a dining room, living room, 2nd spacious bathroom with a washer and dryer, and a 4th private bedroom with a twin bed and work desk. The full kitchen invites gathering and all manner of food preparation with a sit-in counter, coffee bar, stovetop, oven, fridge, dishwasher and pantry. The kitchen opens onto a cozy sitting area around a working fireplace. French doors from the kitchen / sitting area open onto the broad back deck, with a grill and dining area. From the deck, steps lead down to an old stone path through a garden to the swimming pond, with a dock, pond-side fire pit and porch swing. The town of Strafford was founded in 1791 and is known for its iconic town house and the historically maintained gothic revival home of Senator Justin Morrill, a contemporary of President Lincoln. The town is also home to over 1,000 acres of wildlife area and hosts over 26 miles of hiking trails, including access to the Long Trail, and a loop through a fen that bursts with orchid blossoms every spring. A ten minute drive to the lower village provides access to the town tennis courts, the pocket park with river swimming access, and a general store for groceries and miscellaneous needs. The property is less than 20 minutes from Vermont Law School, and just over 30 minutes from Dartmouth College, King Arthur Flour, or Saskadena Six ski area. Guest access Our guests enjoy access to the full home and surrounding property, a mix of fields and forest.