18 Acres set within a private, storybook landscape just minutes from the world-class skiing of Stowe & Jay Peak, this contemporary Vermont mountain retreat offers a rare blend of privacy, comfort & connection to nature. Sweeping views of rolling meadows, mature woodlands & Green Mountains create a peaceful backdrop for everyday living. Enjoy a true sanctuary, featuring perennial landscaping, established gardens, fruit & nut trees with a fully equipped greenhouse, ideal for farm-to-table living & self-sufficiency. Wildlife sightings are part of daily life, with deer, wild turkeys, songbirds & the occasional fox or owl, while nearby trails, streams, & open spaces invite year-round outdoor recreation, exploration & quiet reflection. Inside, the home is warm, welcoming & thoughtfully designed. An expansive eat-in designer kitchen serves as the heart of the home, showcasing custom natural wood cabinetry, a commercial-grade oven & walk-in pantry. The open living area feature a gas stove & flows seamlessly to a generous deck with breathtaking long-range views, perfect for entertaining, al fresco dining, or unwinding beneath star-filled skies. A first-floor primary suite offers comfort & privacy, while the second level, currently a spacious studioprovides flexible potential for expanded living use with 5 BR WW permit. A charming half-story guest suite with bath adds inviting accommodations & the partially finished basement offers excellent storage. An expansive garage with high ceilings provides ample space for vehicles, equipment & recreational toys, while a poured pad offers additional future possibilities. A 29-acre abutting bldg lot w/5BR Permit (listed separately) makes for a unique opportunity for a legacy retreat. Energy-efficient systems include propane heat, an outdoor wood furnace, solar power & high-efficiency heat pumps for year-round comfort. This is Vermont living at its most inspiredprivate, sustainable, and deeply connected to the land.
| MLS # | 5078966 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | (10) Active - Active |
| Year | 2019 |
| Days On Site | 162 |
| Listing Provided By | Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty | Karen Bresnahan |
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 5 Total |
| Garage | 4 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Acreage | 18.30 |
| Rooms Total | 8 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Mini Split, Other |
| Heating | Propane, Multi Fuel, Wood, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Zoned, Radiant, Gas Stove, Wood Boiler, Wood Furnace, Mini Split |
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Gas Fireplace, Hot Tub, Kitchen/Dining, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Indoor Storage, 1st Floor Laundry |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Domestic Water Heater, Heat Pump Water Heater, Exhaust Fan |
| Exterior Features | Deck, Garden, Hot Tub, Other - See Remarks, Porch, Covered Porch, Storage, Greenhouse |
|---|---|
| Roof | Metal, Standing Seam |
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame, Clapboard, Shake Siding, Wood, Wood Siding |
| Foundation Details | Concrete, Poured Concrete |
| Lot Features | Agricultural, Country Setting, Pasture, Mountain View, Orchard(s), Recreational, Timber, Trail/Near Trail, Views, Wooded, Mountain, Near Paths, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Rural, Private |
| Accessibility Features | 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, Hard Surface Flooring, 1st Floor Laundry |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Heated Garage, Driveway, Garage, Parking Spaces 6+, RV Access/Parking, Unpaved, Attached |
| Utilities | Propane, Other, Phone, Underground Utilities |
|---|---|
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Generator |
| Sewer | 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Mound Septic, Private Sewer, Septic Tank |
| State | VT |
|---|---|
| County | Orleans |
| City | Albany |
| Zip Code | 05820 |
| Area | VT Orleans |
| Listing VS Median (in 05820) | |
Price: $959,900 low | high Med: $0 On site: 162 low | high Med: | |
| State | VT |
|---|---|
| County | Orleans |
| City | Albany |
| Zip Code | 05820 |
| Area | VT Orleans |
| Listing VS Median (in 05820) | |
Price: $959,900 low | high Med: $0 On site: 162 low | high Med: | |
![]() | $238,9001090 Center RoadAlbany, VT 05845 |