My home is located 7 minutes from town and is in the woods with a private walking trail and pond. There is plenty of parking, a deck to enjoy in the summer and a cozy wood stove in the winter. One of the fun things about staying at The Purple Chef's House is watching me cook your breakfast while drinking coffee at the kitchen island. The space The Purple Chef's House is a wonderful rural hideaway hosted by one of Brattleboro's leading caterers. Well behaved dogs (sorry, no cats due to allergies) and their humans can relax and enjoy a comfortable, private wooded setting three miles from downtown Brattleboro, conveniently located near routes 91, 9 and 30, Mount Snow and Stratton Mountain. Spacious grounds include 6 acres, a wooded walking trail, picturesque pond, open grassy areas for frisbee and a large deck overlooking the pond for outside eating, relaxing and enjoying the beauty of nature. Single room with a double bed and private bath available. This space rents for $175 per night on the weekend and $125 during the week. Second available space is on the lower level and has a sitting room as well as a bedroom. there is a queen sized bed in the bedroom. The sitting area has a futon which can be made up so that a second person or couple can share the space. There is a table , chairs, and your own private mini kitchen with coffee pot, tea kettle, microwave and refrigerator. Plus a full bath with tub and shower. This space has an electric fireplace in the bedroom for the winter and a mini split that provides heat in the winter and air-conditioning in the summer. One Shetland Sheep dog in residence. WIFI available. No smoking allowed on the premises. The style of this house is eclectic. Colorful, energizing and cozy. The first guest bedroom is decorated with handmade original quilts. The private bath has a tub shower unit and is across the hall from the bedroom. The second room is on the lower level and much more private. There is a sunken living room with a wood stove and TV. There is also a comfortable sofa in the dining room area that is great for lounging. Tea and coffee are always available. The wood stove is on most evenings in the fall and winter. Located 3 miles from town and there are many restaurants nearby for lunch and dinner. The town has a wonderful museum and fun shops. Very close to the ski slopes. We are on a dirt road surrounded by woods but easily accessible. This is a house designed for entertaining and company. And you must love dogs. (There is a $30.00 surcharge per dog.) Guest access Living room, dining room, deck, woods walk. During your stay I love to interact with my guests to find out about them, their careers etc. Mostly over breakfast. Other things to note I'm always happy to have my guests hang out in the kitchen and ask me questions while I'm cooking. Before each guest arrives, I will ask what their food allergies and food preferences are and will accommodate your wishes as much as possible. And I ask that you be fully vaccinated.