Post & Beam Style Homes in Vermont
If you're looking for a traditional New England home for sale, a Post & Beam might just fit the picture.
Boulder Spring Farm is a postcard come to life. Commanding 270 degree views of mountains and pastures, the estate is named for the brook that winds itself through the 40 acres of lush countryside. The main house is built in the style of a Connecticut River Valley Colonial boasts 7,300 sq. ft. of spacious rooms awash in light, 4 wood-burning fireplaces, a romantic winding staircase and wood floors in cherry and pine. Delightful historic details such as the Tavern-style kitchen, David Wiggins’ stencil art, the hand-blown bulls-eye glass, and the over-sized lock and key call to mind the storied homes of America’s historic gentry. The large post and beam barn is suitable for anything the gentleman farmer can imagine, and the fully furnished and equipped Pond Cottage (overlooks one of the 4 ponds on the property) provides the perfect overflow space for guests, a great rental opportunity or caretaker’s lodging.
Stowe’s HGTV Dream Home 2011, mixes Adirondack Great Camp architecture with sustainable and modern design. Built by award-winning Gristmill Builders, this home was designed around a recurring theme of birch wood, organic materials, spacious living areas and large windows that take in the incredible mountain vistas. Oversized stepping stones lead guests into the entry hall that seamlessly filters into the cozy gathering room. Soaring ceilings and a warm fireplace create the ideal ambiance for the heart of the home. The eat-in kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, marble tile and dramatic beamed ceilings. The dining room overlooks the best views on the property with easy access to the deck. The home also features spacious bedrooms, spa-like bathrooms, a viewing annex, a ski dorm, a mud room and a stone terrace with an outdoor kitchen and a hot tub.
This Circa 1996 is one of the finest early American reproductions you have ever seen. On your approach you are drawn to the white clapboards, trim details and slate roof! Inside you will find wood floors throughout, four brick fireplaces, antique beams, plaster and an wide open easy floorplan. Add to this a two-car garage, heated pool, very large and nicely landscaped pond, extensive but simple country landscaping with grand rock walls, 36x102 horsebarn with 14 stalls, tack and wonderful caretaker/guest apt, 64 acres total with 25 acres fenced. 54 acres in Land-Use resulting in a 20% savings on your property taxes. Minutes to 4 major ski areas, public golf, cross country ski and ride from your front door. This is truly a rare offering and a pleasure to show.
If Stowe is a haven from urban stress, then the 5,200 sq. ft. Mount Mansfield Retreat in prestigious Robinson Springs is the perfect hideaway. This Adirondack-style home with vertical fir paneling and cabinetry, exposed beams, and warm-hued maple floors exudes warmth. Relax by the granite fireplace, gaze out over the terrace, gazebo, large swimming pond and nearly four surrounding acres through soaring windows and know that this house serves many lifestyles.Spread out in the lodge-style great room, banquet-sized dining area, and open kitchen with step-down island, professional range, and walk-in pantry. Retire to the main-floor master suite with fireplace, spa bathroom with sauna, hot tub and oversized dressing room ensuring privacy even when family and guests fill 4 upstairs bedrooms. The mirrored work-out room, home theater, wine cellar and quiet library loft with spectacular views, complete the experience. Live the Vermont good-life!
Spring Hill Farm! Be right in the heart of Vermont’s equestrian region. Green Mountain Horse Association and all the events are just down the road. This classic stone cape-style home has been elegantly restored while keeping all the authentic antique charm. From a brick floor and fireplace in the kitchen to the the large "gathering room" with hand hewn beams, this is a very special property. The converted barn guest house has a massive 2 story stone fireplace, 3 sleeping quarters*, wide pine floors, full kitchen and game room on the lower level. The open pastures can be seen from nearly every room in both houses! Let the attached photos take you on a tour of this fabulous property!*Town office has listed only 3 bedrooms in the main house and 2 bedrooms in the guest house. Permitting was not in place at the time of septic installation, which owner believes was in the 70’s. The way the house sits now, it has 4 sleeping areas in the main house and 3 in the guest house.
Sited on a private 44 acre hilltop location, this property offers exceptional amenities and impressive views of the Sugarbush bowl and mountains to the north and south and overlooks the spring-fed trout pond below. The impeccably constructed 4,750 sq ft Vermont vernacular residence features 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, and wonderful spaces for entertaining including a spacious living room with Rumford fireplace and antique exposed beams and a heated stone terrace with hot tub. A separate 2-story barn includes 3 bays, a full workshop area and a drive-in second story. Note 17.7 ac in Warren and 27 ac in Waitsfield.
Encompassing 24 acres, Timber Ridge is the ultimate mountain home. Douglas fir beams support all three levels of this custom timber frame by TEDD BENSON - BENSONWOOD. Set against a cliff at 1700 feet, the house allows for extreme views - south to Camel’s Hump, north to Jay Peak and glimpses to Pinnacle, Elmore Mt. and even Sugarbush. Over 4,500 acres of state and underdeveloped land surrounds this property only 2.5 miles from the center of Stowe Village. The property offers a swimming pond, meadows and complete end of the road privacy. The main floor is an open area including a large kitchen, four-stool-bar, wood-burning barbeque for indoor cooking and an adjacent screened porch, deck and patio; as well as a large window seat in the living room. The ground floor includes a bunkroom and family room with a separate entrance. Upstairs has four bedrooms and two baths, with a balcony overlooking the living area. Only a personal visit captures the uniqueness of this property.
"Side Hill Farm" is the quintessential Vermont property. Private and pastoral yet carefully modernized. The original 1840’s character has been retained including wood floors, beamed ceilings and romantic fireplaces. Landscaped by professional architect complete with waterfalls, beautiful gardens and pristine ponds. Additional barn like newer structure will serve many uses. Adjacent to State forest land with southeasterly mountain views over pond. Hi-speed internet. A must see property.
Hurricane Hill consists of a beautiful stone cape house with restored post and beam ell, barn, tennis court, swimming pool, pond, artist’s studio, and 165 acres of open and wooded land at road’s end in a setting of rare beauty and serenity. Protected by conservation easement.
In Quintessential Quechee Vermont. 4 miles from Woodstock. This property hosts a colonial style home w/ 4 bedrooms and 4 baths. Post & Beam living room w/ cathedral ceiling, new Hanstone kitchen counter tops and tile kitchen floor. South westerly views, lovely sunsets. Extensive landscaping with perennial flower gardens and an outdoor riding ring and also an indoor dressage regulated riding arena w/ mirrors & kickboards all around. 2 grazing pastures, 10 box stalls, 2 wash stalls & tack room w/ radiant heat in floor. Kitchen set up /w sink, washer, refrigerator & 200 amp circuit breakers & hot water heater. Additional small post & beam barn that holds 800-1,000 bales of hay, lower level is open space & could house more animals.
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