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The Fan House, Barnard, Vermont |
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A cosmopolitan writer welcomes guests to her historic 1830s home in the placid, unspoiled village of Barnard, Vermont, only a short drive north of Woodstock. |
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Wooden fans over the doors and windows give The Fan House in Barnard its name, but the real charm in this 1830s farmhouse comes from its owner. Sara Widness is a well-traveled writer, reporter, art and music lover, and occasional poet. She brings a pleasant sophistication to this small Vermont village, and to the ambience and decor of the Fan House. Only three guest rooms here, so you really will be in a country refuge. All have private bath, one has a king bed, two have queen-size beds. One room can be expanded to a family suite. Everything is high quality: the linens, the oversize bath towels, the Bulgari bath amenities. There's a working fireplace in one room, and quality and tranquillity in all three. Check the Fan House website for current room rates. The Fan House Directions: Route 4 to Woodstock, then Route 12 North to Barnard. In Barnard, look for the General Store on right, and a white church on left. Continuing on Route 12, count to the third house on the left past the church, and look for the Fan House sign. |
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Above, the fan designs over the windows and doors give Barnard's Fan House its name. Below, a classic Vermont country interior is beautified with original oils by well-regarded local artist William B Hoyt.
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