Built by the owners, author John Irving and his wife Janet, in 1989, this home was designed to be both a retreat and workspace. Offering privacy and spectacular views of the Green Mountains from every room, it boasts an inviting pool and tennis court. Native maple floors, and custom cherry moldings and doors create beautiful warmth. The kitchen, with stone counters, a large island and gathering bar features a cozy sitting area and access to the large stone terrace. The wet bar, with easy access to the living and dining rooms makes entertaining easy. Keeping the fire burning for hours in the large, wood burning fireplace and vintage wood burning cooks stove is easy with the wood elevator. The authors office and a massive gym, outfitted with large shower and bathroom, and private sauna, completes the first floor. The master suite offers a sitting area, large fitted closet, expansive bath, and separate ladies dressing room. Four guest suites complete the second and third floor.
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Listed by:
Moira Spivey,
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty 802-362-4551
$2,159,900
308 Uphill Lane, Dorset, VT 05251
5beds
8,308sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
11.53 Acres Lot
$2,159,900 Zestimate®
$260/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 24, 2016 at 09:17am
Listed by:
Moira Spivey,
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty 802-362-4551
Bought with:
Moira Spivey
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 4383874

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Air, Stove - Wood
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range Hood, Freezer, Microwave, Mini Fridge, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Wood Cook, Domestic Water Heater, Water Heater - Owned
Features
- Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Woodwork, Sauna, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-in Pantry, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate/Stone
- Windows: Screens, Storm Window(s), Blinds, Drapes, Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Stairs - Interior,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplaces - 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 8,308 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 8,308
- Finished area below ground: 3,746
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved, Parking Spaces 3, Attached
- Garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor 1/2 Bathroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Low-Pile Carpet, Access Laundry No Steps, Access Parking, Bathroom w/Step-in Shower
Features
- Levels: 3
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Fence - Dog,Full,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 11.53 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Deed Restricted, Field/Pasture, Landscaped, Views, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Tennis Court(s)
- Zoning description: residential
- Other equipment: Satellite, Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Adirondack
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Shingle - Architectural,Shingle - Fiberglass
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Plug
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities, Internet - Cable, Satellite Internet
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Smoke Detectr-Hard Wired
Location
- Region: Dorset
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash