A once-in-a-generation estate, this 125 acre property offers the rare combination that you almost never find: true privacy, two residences, forest trails, cultivated grounds, and river frontage on the Battenkill. Nestled at the base of Red Mountain on a private road, with the far shore protected by parkland, the property feels like its own secluded world while remaining minutes from Manchester dining, shopping, arts and recreation. A graceful connection to the landscape invites quiet moments, easy gatherings, and a deep appreciation of the extraordinary setting. The main residence is warm and thoughtfully designed, with a light-filled layout. River-reclaimed heart pine floors, new Andersen windows, central air, a wood-burning fireplace, and screened porches create a restorative Vermont retreat. Highly desirable one level living with a kitchen and dining with direct access to the garden, laundry room and walk-in pantry, powder room, library, and primary suite with French doors to the rear patio. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms plus a flexible fourth room ideal for an office or nursery. A walk-in attic, full basement, attached two-car garage, and whole-house generator add comfort and practicality. The independent guest house expands the compound with a dramatic great room with cast-iron wood stove, charming kitchen, one-bedroom plus loft, full bath, laundry, central air, and two-car garage. Ideal for family, caretaker, or income potential. Five cleared acres with fruit orchards, patios, decks, an architecturally designed fire pit, and stone terraces adjacent to the waterfront. Beyond the homesite, 121 acres enrolled in Vermont’s Current Use program create a lasting wilderness buffer and meaningful tax savings. A natural spring on the land also serves as one of the town’s water sources, allowing the property to draw water at no cost. Impeccably cared for and impossible to replicate, this is a true legacy estate in one of Southern Vermont’s most treasured settings.
| MLS # | 5098420 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | (10) Active - Active |
| Year | 1984 |
| Days On Site | 46 |
| Listing Provided By | Hoffman Real Estate | Emily Heyer |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 4 Total |
| Garage | 4 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Acreage | 125.80 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Rooms Total | 13 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Oil, Hot Air, Wood Stove |
| Interior Features | Cathedral Ceiling(s), Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Wood Fireplace, 1 Fireplace, In-Law/Accessory Dwelling, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Laundry Hook-ups, Living/Dining, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Skylight, Indoor Storage, Wood Stove Hook-up, Programmable Thermostat, 1st Floor Laundry, Walkup Attic |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Double Oven, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Tank Water Heater, Induction Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Water Heater |
| Exterior Features | Garden, Guest House, Outbuilding, Patio, Porch, Covered Porch, Screened Porch, Shed, Window Screens |
|---|---|
| Roof | Architectural Shingle |
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame, Wood Siding |
| Foundation Details | Poured Concrete |
| Lot Features | Country Setting, Landscaped, Orchard(s), River, River Frontage, Secluded, Stream, Timber, Trail/Near Trail, Views, Walking Trails, Water View, Waterfront, Wooded, Abuts Conservation, Mountain, Near Paths, Private |
| Accessibility Features | 1st Floor 1/2 Bathroom, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, Accessible Washer/Dryer, Access to Parking, Hard Surface Flooring, 1st Floor Laundry |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Driveway, Garage |
| Utilities | Cable, Multi Phone Lines, Phone Connected |
|---|---|
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers |
| Sewer | 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Private Sewer, Septic Tank |
| Tax Annual Amount | 11538.15 |
|---|---|
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Tax Year Notes | 2025-2026 |
| State | VT |
|---|---|
| County | Bennington |
| City | Arlington |
| Zip Code | 05250 |
| Area | VT Bennington |
| School District | Southwest Vermont |
| Elementary School | Fisher Elementary School |
| High School | Mt. Anthony Sr. UHSD 14 |
| Listing VS Median (in 05250) | |
Price: $1,850,000 low | high Med: $1,495,000 On site: 46 low | high Med: 434 | |
| State | VT |
|---|---|
| County | Bennington |
| City | Arlington |
| Zip Code | 05250 |
| Area | VT Bennington |
| School District | Southwest Vermont |
| Elementary School | Fisher Elementary School |
| High School | Mt. Anthony Sr. UHSD 14 |
| Listing VS Median (in 05250) | |
Price: $1,850,000 low | high Med: $1,495,000 On site: 46 low | high Med: 434 | |