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  • Listed by: 

    Heidi Bernier,

    Berkley & Veller Greenwood Country 802-254-6400

    $1,600,000

    493 Melchen Road, Brattleboro, VT 05301

    5beds
    3,808sqft
    Farm
    Built in 1770
    43.03 Acres lot
    $1,627,000 Zestimate®
    $420/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Ginseng Hill Farm encompasses 43+/- acres near road’s end, this choice country location with year-round beauty, embodying a traditional New England landscape with high open fields, remarkable stone walls, woodland stream, a pastoral setting overlooking spectacular easterly views of distant hills, all enhanced with a tapestry of perennials, established fruit trees and bushes. Dating from 1789 with many later renovations and additions, reflecting a variety of influences, this expanded cape-style home offers nearly 3,800 sq. ft. and is an eclectic blend of contemporary craftsmanship and historic details, including 3 fireplaces, antique wood floors and paneled walls. The impressive kitchen steals the show with custom cabinetry, tile work and handcrafted windows. There are many rooms for family and friends with 5 bedrooms and 6 baths, a den, living room, family room, pantry, mudroom, office and art studio. 3-level heated barn offers numerous options for work, or play and includes a sauna, 2-½ baths, huge studio, workshop space, and portico. Additional features include an enchanting stone chapel, vintage sugarhouse, garage/shed, walk-out basement, with wine/root cellar, generator, and a variety of heating options. West Brattleboro, nestled in the Southeastern corner of VT, convenient to I-91, four seasons recreation and numerous cultural events, including the Marlboro Music and Yellow Barn Music Festivals.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: May 20, 2024 at 02:05pm

    Listed by:

    Heidi Bernier,

    Berkley & Veller Greenwood Country 802-254-6400

    Bought with:

    Thom Dahlin

    Berkley & Veller Greenwood Country

    Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 4952307MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Direct Vent, Gas Heater - Vented, Heat Pump, Hot Air, Zoned, Radiant, Radiant Floor, Stove - Wood, Mini Split
    Cooling
    • Wall Unit(s), Mini Split
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Double Oven, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Off Boiler Water Heater, Water Heater - Owned, Water Heater - Tank, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan
    • Laundry: Laundry - 2nd Floor
    Features
    • Cathedral Ceiling(s), Cedar Closet(s), Dining Area, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Soaking Tub, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Pantry, Wood Stove Insert, Programmable Thermostat
    • Flooring: Bamboo, Brick, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate/Stone, Softwood, Tile, Wood, Cork
    • Windows: Screens, Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
    • Basement: Concrete,Concrete Floor,Daylight,Full,Stairs - Interior,Storage Space,Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry
    • Attic: Hatch/Skuttle
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Fireplaces - 3+
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,459
    • Total interior livable area: 3,808 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,808

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Dirt, Gravel, Auto Open, Direct Entry, Heated Garage, Storage Above, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, On Site, Parking Spaces 1 - 10, Unpaved, Covered, Barn, Detached
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch - Covered
    • Exterior features: Garden Space, Natural Shade
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain(s)
    • Waterfront features: Stream
    • Frontage length: Road frontage: 1800
    Lot
    • Size: 43.03 Acres
    • Features: Country Setting, Field/Pasture, Landscaped, Major Road Frontage, Open Lot, Secluded, Views, Wooded
    Details
    • Additional structures: Barn(s), Building, Guest House, Outbuilding, Shed(s), Storage
    • Parcel number: 8102512452
    • Zoning description: Residential
    • Other equipment: Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier, Generator - Standby

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Farm
    Materials
    • Wood Frame, Cedar Exterior, Clapboard Exterior
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Standing Seam
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1770

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: On-Site Septic Exists
    • Utilities for property: Gas - LP/Bottle, Satellite Internet

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: West Brattleboro
    Services availability
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