1398 W Hill Rd, Northfield, VT 05663

Overlooking lush hay fields that cascade down, across and up the valley below, is a bucolic 378+/- acre farmstead known as Tether Loop Farm. If you dream about a land-based lifestyle in Vermont, it doesn't get any better. True to history, the farm is designed to take full advantage of seasonal bounty including maple syrup production in spring, gardening and haying in summer, and apple picking and honey harvesting in fall. The setting is exceptionally peaceful and private with long range views defined by 50+/- acres of organic hay fields, an heirloom cider orchard, woodlands, wetlands, a vibrant stream and miles of trails.The 4-bedroom 3-bath farmhouse was custom built in 2003 with a cathedral post and beam frame that was hand crafted by local artisans using timbers from the property. It is charming and comfortable, perfect for family and friends, with multiple windows and three covered porches to take in the views. There is also a detached two-car garage with bathroom and shower, heated potting area, and and upstairs guest suite with exterior deck and hot tub.Across the fields is a Pacific Yurt, built in 2018 with an exterior deck. Behind the house is a 20 x 30 log cabin sugarhouse with 750 taps producing 200+/- gallons of maple syrup annually. To the west is a 3-bay hay-wagon barn and hay loft, and two 48 x 20 equipment shed along with a 24-panel solar array. Minutes from Montpelier, and Norwich University, Tether Loop Farm is a rare and special offering.