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Fall/Winter 2013
Find out how you can come home to Okemo
57 Pond Street Suite 3, Okemo Marketplace Ludlow, VT 05149
802.228.4537
Inside Welcome to Okemo . . . . . 2 Scenic wonders . . . . . . . . 3 Beautiful byway . . . . . . . 4 Lake living . . . . . . . . . . 5 Condos . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Good eats . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Woodstock is special . . . .11 All about us . . . . . . . . . .12
BEST VIEWS OF JACKSON GORE!
This fabulous 5,200 SF custom timber frame home features three master suites, 3 additional bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen and wonderful open layout for entertaining. The stunning floor to ceiling stone fireplace and expansive windows adorn the welcoming Great Room. The lower level sports a great exercise room, a second laundry area, a recreation room with a second fireplace and a wet bar with the convenience of a full refrigerator and dishwasher. Located at the end of a private road with direct VAST access. $1,150,000 F4157304
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Welcome To Okemo … We’ve Come A Long Way, Baby!! Did you know that Ludlow was founded in 1761 and the first train to bring summer guests to our town arrived nearly 100 years later in 1849? It would be another 100+ years before the first winter visitors arrived to ski when Okemo opened with 4” of snow and 2 pomalifts on January 31, 1956. Did you know that twenty years earlier the Civil Conservation Corps was commissioned to build the first road (Mountain Road) to the top of Ludlow (Okemo) Mountain, cut some hiking and skiing trails and originally scheduled to build one of the best ski jumps in New England? And that during World War II, ski-troop training was done on the “big mountain”? Then in 1954, a group of local visionaries sold stock at $10/ share to their neighbors - townsmen and farmers alike - and voila: Okemo was born… From the beginning, plans were to create the best family ski area in Vermont an exclusive “retreat” for families and a “glorious winter playground”. Daily lift tickets were $5 or individual ride tickets were 20 cents each! A family of 4 could ski all day for $17 or 60 cents would let you ride the 6,207’ “Red” Pomalift (now Nor’easter) – touted as the longest poma lift in the country. Eight minutes later you arrived at the summit’s “Wigwarm” warming hut and from there you could choose to ski Squaw (now Easy Rider), Geronimo (now World Cup), Tomahawk, or Mountain Road. Even back then, the words “world class resort” were being whispered, and, by
1971, there were an incredible 3 chairlifts and 6 pomalifts. But then in the 70’s, rising costs, Western ski area development and several disappointing winters for snow made survival more and more difficult. Fortunately, a young couple with beach resort expe-
rience showed up in Vermont and fell in love with our mountain! Diane and Tim Mueller purchased Okemo in 1982 and the rest, as they say, is history. Pomas and slow double chairlifts gave way to magic carpets and high speed quads. Thirty years later Okemo has 119 trails, 19 lifts, a massive Superpipe (520’ long 18’ high) and 97% snowmaking coverage – the most in Vermont! The Muellers’ focus has always been on providing superior customer service, snowmaking and overall mountain excellence…with constant improvements….always striving to make your experience the best it can be…the “Okemo Difference”. Through improving state-of-the-art technologies for grooming and snow making, Okemo, as always, maintains its reputation for providing the best possible ski conditions in Vermont under any weather conditions.
Okemo Walk To Slopes Great location on Okemo Mountain! Just steps from the Sachem Trail, you can watch the skiers from your living room window. Tons of living space with over 4,000 SF offering 6+ bedrooms and 5+ baths. 3-car attached garage with additional space above. Ideal for large families, groups or multiple families to invest together. This home has space for everyone on your guest list. $1,250,000 F4109166
From that first season, Okemo has seen the longest continuing streak of major ski area improvements in the history of Vermont and it prevails with Jackson Gore Village expanding into a fabulous 4-seasons family destination. We believe Okemo truly means “All WelCome Home”.
Here are a few more interesting factoids … • Okemo offers the most on-slope residences in the East. • Okemo groomers are out on the slopes 16 hours each and every day. • Okemo has the 2nd largest ski race program in the country (OMARA). • Okemo has the highest vertical drop in Southern Vermont at 2,200’. • Okemo “Top Guns” are the snowmakers who can surface their trail the quickest and best! • Okemo was listed by Forbes as the top Eastern ski resort for families. • Okemo was listed by SATW as among the “Top Ten Wedding Proposal Sites” (US/Can). • Okemo was listed by Golfweek as one of the 2013 Best Courses You Can Play. • Okemo’s Timber Ripper Mt Coaster listed by Yankee Magazine as Editors Choice NE Best. Want to read more? Head to the Book Nook and grab a copy of Karen Lorentz’ book “Okemo All Come Home”. It’s fascinating!
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Two Pristine Wonders For the outdoor enthusiast who truly enjoys a leisure canoe or kayak outing in a pristine nature filled environment, then the following two Green Mountain Lakes are awaiting you. The first being Lowell Lake State Park, which is located in Londonderry, and was established in 1981, when the State of Vermont purchased 207 acres from the Estate of Arline Weiss Gardner; on the southern end of Lowell Lake. This area included the dam, an early era cemetery and an informal car top boat launch. With the assistance of the Vermont Land Trust, 154 additional acres; known as the “White Property”, was acquired in 1996. This area encompassed a former summer camp with a rustic lodge and numerous lakeside cabins. Also included were two islands; Picnic Island and Annie’s Island, and a residential structure that is being used as a caretaker’s residence. Currently, the park property includes the majority of the lakeshore and some significant wetland habitat. It is ideal for the canoe or kayak enthusiast and includes many species of water fowl, deer, bear, turkey and other creatures of the wild. There are trails that surround the lake for those who want to experience nature first hand. The second is Lake Ninevah, which is located near Plymouth, which was named
in the 1930s after an early settlement that had been located in this area. Before that, the lake had many names, including Beal’s Pond, Patch Pond, and later Tyson Reservoir, when its dam was used to help power the giant bellows of the Tyson Iron Works, which operated from 1837 to 1872. Since the early 1960s, conservationists have focused on keeping the lake and its environment wild, yet welcoming for those interested in nature-friendly recreation and a reflective way of life. Lake Nineveh is one of Vermont’s natural treasures — home to loons, bears, moose, eagles, herons, and other wildlife. The lake has a surface area of 150 acres and a maximum depth of 12 feet. Both of these lakes beckon those folks who are looking to be one with nature.
CUSTOM BUILT TIMBERFRAME
HAWK RESORT GREAT VALUE
Motivated seller says make offer! Fully furnished Davis timberframe custom built with 4+ bedrooms, generous square footage and distant mountain views. Seller financing available! $699,000 R4089228
Incredible value at Hawk Resort. This home features 5+ bedrooms, 4.5 baths, an updated spacious kitchen and beautiful master suite. New roof, heating system and freshly painted! $549,000 R4253325
STONE WALLS ON 70+ ACRES
VIEWS...VIEWS...VIEWS…
Bucolic country location with over 70+ acres offers circa 1800 stone home with spacious master bedroom addition, charming guest house, stone walls and pond. Majestic! $799,000 R4217560
…of Okemo Mountain. Fabulous 5BR 4,400 SF Post & Beam home on prestigious South Hill. Dramatic stone fireplace/wall of windows in great room! VAST access. $799,000 R4164678 FERN HILL-208 ACRES
REDISCOVER LIFE’S PLEASURES
LONG RANGE VIEWS
Circa 1824 restored farmhouse featuring private first floor master suite with fireplace. 122 serene acres with beautiful barns, meadows, milk house and swimming pond. $850,000 R4172472
Ideally sited two story 4 bedroom residence with separate apartment on 20 acres of woodland and open meadows in a very accessible location. $835,000 R4113766
Fern Hill, an exceptional circa 1800s colonial, is set on 208 pastoral acres in the lovely town of Mt. Holly. A four-year restoration and remodeling effort focused on retaining the original character of the main residence while greatly expanding the space to allow for easy flow and gracious country living. The residence consists of 5 en suite bedrooms, 4 working fireplaces, and wonderfully detailed rooms, including a gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, living room, new master suite, spacious club room and oversized mudroom. The stunning great room is the heart of the home with its amazing stone fireplace and exposed beams. Rolling meadows, stonewalls, mountain views, established trail system/VAST access, a spring-fed trout pond and just minutes to Okemo. $1,995,000 F4122464
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Vermont’s Scenic Road Two years after the Scenic Route 100 Byway was established, the effort to expand the Byway north and south along RT100 to include an additional 14 towns has been completed. On April 19, 2013, the Vermont Transportation Board formally approved the Scenic Route 100 Byway expansion to now encompass 20 towns. This is now Vermont’s second largest Byway at 138 miles, behind the Connecticut River Byway, crisscrossing along the spine of the Green Mountain from the Mad River Byway to the Massachusetts’s border. Scenic Route 100 Byway is located in south-central Vermont. Running along the east edge of the Green Mountains, this 138-mile byway has a wide range of historic, cultural, scenic, natural and recreational resources. Recognized by Yankee Magazine as one of “the most scenic drives in New England” and part of Vermont’s “Skiers Highway” which connects some of the best skiing and riding opportunities in the northeast, this byway connects three of the region’s best golf courses, along with extraordinary lakes for fishing, boating and swimming, impressive mountains for hiking and biking with an interesting network of roads which are popular with cyclists. The Scenic Route 100 Byway includes communities from north to south: The Granville Gulf area, Hancock, Rochester, Stockbridge, Pittsfield, Killington, Bridgewater, Plymouth, Ludlow, Andover, Cavendish, Weston, Londonderry, Jamaica, Wardsboro, Stratton, Dover, Wilmington, Whitingham and Stamford. Scenic Route 100 travels through the heart of the Green Mountains and is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in Vermont as well as an abundance of historical and cultural attractions. Visitors find they can spend weeks exploring this 138-mile stretch.
Falls or a quick gondola ride up the state’s second highest mountain, Killington Peak. Scenic Route 100 is also full of rich history and home to dozens of cultural landmarks that make it a truly unique journey. Visit President Calvin Coolidge’s birthplace and Historic Site; and make sure to leave time to shop and visit Plymouth Artisan Cheese. In Ludlow you can also see where Calvin Coolidge went to school, now Black River Academy Museum. Outdoor recreation abounds on Scenic Route 100. Home to some of the best skiing and riding opportunities in the northeast at Okemo Mountain, Killington and Pico Mountain resorts, and Okemo Valley Nordic Center and Mountain Meadows Nordic & Snowshoe Area, Scenic Route 100 also offers endless activities in the summer and fall. Mountain bikers and cyclists are drawn to the extensive trails and winding roads; golfers flock to play some of Vermont’s most popular and challenging courses including Vermont’s #1 Public Course and the Okemo Valley Golf Club; hikers come to explore the renowned Long Trail; boaters spend the day paddling and exploring the numerous lakes; and anglers try their luck at any number of the neighboring ponds and streams. All ages can enjoy a stroll around a classic town green, kids pass their time at one of the many local playgrounds and anyone can explore a waterfall on a wheelchair accessible nature trail. Coutesy of Okemo Valley Chamber of Commerce
Scenic Route 100 encompasses four-season beauty and is internationally known for its incredible fall foliage. With rolling hills, a meandering river, crystal clear lakes and ponds, mountain and valley vistas, unspoiled forests, and quintessential Vermont towns, this route has it all. On the southern sections, visitors can follow the Black River, passing the sparkling waters of Lake Rescue, Amherst and Echo Lakes. On its northern section, travelers delight at the incredible mountain views while the more adventurous leave their cars for an easy stroll to Thundering Brook
STONE WALLS IN CAVENDISH
BEAR HILL IN PLYMOUTH
Beautiful setting on 9 acres surrounded by stone walls & mature plantings. Circa 1800 period home featuring 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Additional land available. $399,000
Custom built 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with mother in-law apartment. Beautiful great room with wrap around deck to take in the views. Between Okemo and Killington. $379,000 R4213656
SUMMIT RIDGE TIMBERFRAME CAVENDISH COUNTRYSIDE
WESTON LOG, SHARED 80 ACRES
Architecturally renovated 18th century brick federal on 119 acres offering 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, new kitchen, hardwood floors and outbuildings. Beautifully landscaped with stone walls. $550,000 R4215564
Custom built log home plus guest house on a beautifully landscaped 2 acre lot. There are 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and is being offered fully furnished. Motivated Seller asks for offers! $545,000 R3108662
Beautiful Bensonwood Timberframe 5,000+ square foot home completed fall 2011 with quality finish. First floor offers vaulted living room open to kitchen and dining, stone fireplace, master suite with its own fireplace, laundry room and mudroom. The upper level features another master suite with fireplace, 2 additional bedrooms and 2 baths plus large family room with exposed beams. Enjoy the large home theatre and entertaining wine room on the lower level. Only 3 miles to skiing and golf at Okemo yet complete quiet with end of road privacy, eastern views and sunrises. Fabulous! $1,395,000 F4115604
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Four-Season Living in the Lakes Region of Vermont In the center of the Green Mountains of Vermont, the lakes region truly supplies year-round living for everyone, young and old. In the heart of Okemo Valley there are more than 16 lakes and ponds, along with the Black River, streams and falls. The options are endless during each season from fishing and kayaking to snowmobiling and snowshoeing, not to mention swimming and boating, the list goes on. Local favorites include visiting Plymouth State Park to enjoy camping, swimming, hiking, kayaking, canoeing and biking all along beautiful Echo Lake. Located off of Route 100, Echo Lake is on a long line of lakes that run along Route 100. This area is very popular for fishing as it is home to rainbow and lake trout; at the end of this chain of lakes the Black River starts, opening up the possibility for miles of fly fishing. Many of the lakes offer access by kayak or canoe, yet some are large enough for motor boats as well. Lake Rescue is very popular for motor boats considering its size, as well as it naturally serene waters making it perfect for waterskiing and wakeboarding. If you decide to hike along the Okemo State Forest, check out Buttermilk Falls to jump in the mountain’s cooling water. During the colder months the lakes region offers slightly different options for outdoor fun. Ice fishing starts up once the lakes are frozen over giving the fishermen a year round season. Not only do the shanties pop up on the ice, the snowmobiles are brought out of the garage. There are many snowmobiles rental shops within the area, allowing visitors a chance to give it a try. The Vermont Association of Snow Travelers (VAST) has created and maintains hundreds of miles to ride, including trails in the Lakes Region. Where can you stay and dine? Along the lakes there are many darling inns and resorts. Echo Lake Inn is located at the start the lake, where you can enjoy a meal fresh from the local Vermont farms and rest peacefully while enjoying all that the area has to offer. Just across the road is the Inn at Water’s Edge. With similar taste, the Inn has fine dining and cozy accommodations. Located in between Okemo and Killington Mountain sits Hawk Inn & Mountain Resort which offers various experiences near Amherst Lake including horseback riding, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, boating, and tennis.
ASCUTNEY MOUNTAIN VIEWS
PEACEFUL SETTING
4BR, 2,000+ SF home with enclosed porch. 2-bay heated garage and large storage shed. Well maintained and located in an exceptional country setting. $311,500 R4221252
3BR/3BA log with 3-bay garage and guest house. In-ground pool with enclosed pump house and sun room. Full R.V. hook-up. Gazebo & storage shed. $299,900 R4037054
LAKE CHAMPLAIN TREASURE SOUTH HILL FARMHOUSE
CAVENDISH COUNTRY HOME
Quintessential Vermont farmhouse in Ludlow on 10 acres with pond, detached garage and horse stall. Layout includes: 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, country kitchen, living room & den. Delightful! $385,000 R4200047
Quiet location on ten acres sits this spacious contemporary home. Three levels of living space includes 3+ bedrooms, 3.5 baths, open great room. Beautiful western views! $325,000 R4120740
Located on Lake Champlain, this property has 100 acres with 2,000 feet of shore frontage. You’ll find beautiful south/west and west views, open fields and just enough woods to supply your fireplace. And did I mention it also includes a 3 bedroom, 2,700 square foot home? You’ll want to keep this as your guest cottage while you build your dream home overlooking one of the many majestic lake views available. This property also includes a 27 x 40, two story barn and a small lakefront cottage with water, septic and heat, although it is in need of some rehabbing. A truly must see property. $899,000 F4246720
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Jackson Gore Village
Okemo Mountain Resort became a true 4-seasons resort with a recreation center, tennis courts, kid’s activity center, hiking and biking, and the Jackson Gore Village spearheaded the way. When the owner’s of Okemo decided to expand the skiing and resort facilities, it was to the north they looked. They obtained a long term lease on the adjacent mountain and purchased the land at the bottom to accommodate the Jackson Gore Inn and Village. First came the skiing, with a total of 30% more skiable terrain and trails that are steeper and longer than exist anywhere else on the mountain. Of course superior snowmaking and grooming is an Okemo standard. As the trails were being cut, plans and permits for the Jackson Gore Inn were being developed. All the trails would lead down to the Village with the Inn being the flagship of the area. Of course an Inn does not make a village and in the plans was a recreation center. Now available is the Spring House which includes an indoor lap pool, kid’s pool and slide, racquetball and wallyball, a complete exercise facility and multi-purpose room. Also part of the Jackson Gore Village is the Ice House. A covered ice rink that doubles as tennis courts and outdoor basketball during the summer months. The Village also includes the Adventure Zone, which includes a Zip Line tour, the Mountain Coaster, miniature golf and much more. The centerpiece of the Village is the Jackson Gore Inn…a ski on/ ski off, condominium hotel, that was marketed in quarter ownership. Within the Inn are all the pieces that make this another entry point to Okemo. It includes ski and repair shops, mountain services, base lodge and a variety of restaurants. Buy your lift tickets, arrange for lessons or day care, have lunch or dinner…it’s all here in the Jackson Gore Village. Adjacent to the Inn is the Adams House, another quarter ownership facility. Next to that is the Bixby House with opportunities for full ownership, luxury living! But all this is just the beginning to what is planned for the future. According to the Master Plan, eventually there will be a heated gondola that will take you literally a few steps from the Jackson Gore Inn to the top of Okemo peak. For the golf enthusiasts there will be a 9-hole executive course, again just steps from the Inn. Add to this a planned conference center and additional residences and you have the new Okemo Mountain Resort…a true 4-season playground for the entire family.
JACKSON GORE UNITS 209 Q I: Studio with galley kitchen and mountain views. Sleeps 4 $55,000 458 Q III: 1 BR with King bed. Sleeps 6. $78,000 255/257 Q III: 1 BR with lock-out. 2 full baths. Sleeps 8. Mountain views. $99,000 338 Q IV: 2 BR with large open floor plan. Sleeps 6. 2-person jetted tub. $80,000
ADAMS HOUSE 701/702 Q I: 3 BR with lockout. Sleeps 10. Mountain views. $225,000 361 Q IV: 3 Bedroom Mountain View Penthouse. 1,800 SF. 2 fireplaces & 2 decks. $235,000 For more information on Jackson Gore, check out the Jackson Gore page under communities on our website.
350/352 Q IV: 1 BR with lock-out. 2 full baths. Sleeps 8. $115,000 360/362 Q IV: 2 BR with lock-out. 3 full baths. Sleeps 10. $119,000 246/248 Q II: 2 BR with lock-out and deck. Sleeps 8. Valley views. $129,900 231/233 Q II: 2 BR with lock-out and deck. Sleeps 8. Mountain views. $159,000
SOUGHT-AFTER LOCATION
430/432 Q III: Top floor, 3 BR plus sleeping loft. Lock-out & deck. Sleeps 14. $189,000
2 Level, 2 BR Okemo Trailside Condominium just steps from the Sachem Trail. Summer tennis & pool. Great rental history. Views! $285,000 C4309136
VALLEY VIEWS
CONDO AT THE MILL
WINTERPLACE ON OKEMO
OKEMO-KILLINGTON UNIT
Okemo Trailside in Iroquois Village with direct access to the Sachem Trail. Totally renovated with hardwood floors, custom kitchen, master suite and 3 additional bedrooms. $539,000 C4181012
Affordable 2BR condo located only minutes to the slopes. On the Okemo shuttle route. Mostly furnished and ready to move in with a spacious layout. $129,500 C4223683
Great location on Okemo Mountain for ski access this Winterplace Condominium offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Indoor pool, hot tub and very easy access to the slopes! $330,000 C4184317
A great ski condo: bi-level, 3-bedroom end unit with 13x17 bonus area and fabulous stone fireplace. Hawk amenities. Near trails and end-ofroad location. Best value. $159,900 C4129132
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Celebrating Local Food Owning a home in Vermont has never tasted better! Whether you’re a homeowner in Vermont or just visiting, locally grown and manufactured products are easy to find. Small farms, specialty foods and farmers markets have become increasingly sought after and are thriving here in our beautiful state. Vermont continues to be ranked as one of the top in the nation committed to supporting local foods, farms and agricultural business. Today’s consumers have become more aware of the importance of knowing where and how their food is produced. Whether you are looking for cheese, pumpkins in the fall, maple syrup, beer or coffee or chocolate—Vermont continues to provide many healthy, tasty and award-winning choices. There are nearly 70 farmers markets throughout the state. Our area is fortunate to have the Ludlow Farmers Market which operates on the front lawn of the Okemo Mountain School from May thru October each Friday from 4pm to 7pm. Local eateries and restaurants have also joined the local food movement—offering outstanding “farm to table” specialties, and they can often be found at local farmers markets showcasing their culinary creations. Check out a terrific website called DigInVermont.com for information and news on connecting with seasonal news
ETHAN ALLEN ROAD
PRIVACY, VIEWS, & AFFORDABLE
Nestled on 35+/- acres sits this cozy, well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home. Easy to care for in a private country location about 5 miles from Chester Village. $209,900 R4238176
Meticulously maintained home, surrounded by 11 acres of woods and trails. Views of Killington and Shrewsbury, near Okemo. Snowmobile onto the VAST network! A true outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. $199,879 R4237014
MOUNT HOLLY HEIGHTS
LEGAL 2 FAMILY IN LUDLOW
Quietly sited on one acre this home offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, a brand new heating system and comes fully furnished. Only minutes to Okemo! $265,000 R4188350
Immaculate and completely refurbished home offering 2 apartments or a single family home with 5 bedrooms and 5 baths. On the Okemo Shuttle route! $249,000 R4236649
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PRIVATE SETTING WITH OKEMO VIEWS
LOCATION, LOCATION ...
TRAILS, VIEWS & POND
This well maintained, 4BR, vintage home is ideally located adjacent to the VAST Snowmobile Trail System and within easy walking distance to town amenities. $299,000 R4250722
3BR/2BA log home with 2 fireplaces. Nearly 30 acres with pretty views of surrounding hills. Snowmobile trails and close to Grafton Village. $265,000 R4082824
Privately sited on 20 acres, this Ludlow contemporary offers beautiful views of Okemo and Killington Mountains in the distance. This spacious home features 3,800 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths and was designed and built for vacation living. An open floor plan, sunken living room and 3 magnificent stone fireplaces are also highlights of the home. The gourmet kitchen with dining and sitting areas is ideal for entertaining family and friends. Watch the night lights of Ludlow Village twinkle from the master bedroom suite. Perfect for exploring in every season, the acreage is enhanced by trails and mature hardwoods providing spectacular fall foliage views. This vacation retreat is ready for family fun. $679,000 F4208254
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IMPECCABLE CONTEMPORARY
OKEMO ACRES DUPLEX
BEST KEPT SECRET!
BY-GONE ERA HOME
Beautiful country views from every window of this spacious 4 BR home. 10 pretty acres. Close to lakes, Okemo, Killington and Woodstock. VAST access. $599,000 R4264574
Large Colonial featuring 6 bedrooms, and 4.5 bathrooms located by the Lower Lot at Okemo Mountain. 3,225 SF of living space. Less than 1/2 mile to Okemo base! $299,000 R4118912
Well maintained 3BR cedar home on 10 acres near ATC/VAST. Mountain views. Separate 24’ x 24’ garage/apartment partially finished. 15 miles to Okemo/ Rutland. $299,000 R4206851
This historic 5 BRhome is ideally located in the village of Wallingford. Formal sitting room with inlaid floors, engraved woodwork, stainglass windows & terracotta fireplace. $299,000 R4173139
ELEGANT FARMHOUSE Elegant country farmhouse in turnkey condition. Current owners have made tremendous improvements in the past 5 years including impressive new master suite, baths, windows, furnace, air-conditioning, electric and more. Beautiful kitchen/dining with access to lovely yard, gracious large swimming pond. Reproduction cape artist’s studio, additional outbuilding with wood stove, greenhouse and garage. On 22 beautiful acres with fantastic landscaping including perennials, flower gardens and shrubs. The pond is a wonderful focal point of this property. A must-see country home! $750,000 F4226205
EXTRAORDINARY RURAL RETREAT ON 100+ ACRES! Highfields Farm, an exceptional 1840s 6-bedroom country estate, is surrounded by colorful gardens and breathtaking views. Nearly ¼ mile of road frontage and parcels on both sides of the quiet road afford protection/privacy. This beautifully detailed residence has been extensively restored and impeccably maintained. The main house features a fabulous kitchen, formal dining and living rooms, sitting room, striking library with exposed beams and stone fireplace, plus 4 bedrooms. The master suite boasts a 3rd fireplace and his/ hers bathrooms. Two more bedrooms, a grand office space and 2-car heated garage are located in the 3-story guest quarters. $1,495,000 F4186011
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BETWEEN OKEMO & KILLINGTON
LONG RANGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS
PRIVACY & VIEWS IN ANDOVER
CLOSE TO PICO & KILLINGTON
Fully furnished 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home, custom built and well cared for. This turnkey residence offers great space, pine floors and wonderful southern views. $539,000 R4168716
Enjoy 17 acres of meadow with beautiful views. Extremely comfortable with open floorplan and high ceilings. Private, yet only minutes to Rutland or Okemo. $499,000 R4150876
Spacious new home featuring over 4,000 SF with 4+ bedrooms, 4 baths. Great privacy and western views. Deck, hardwood flooring, family room and close to Okemo! $499,000 R4252663
3BR home with 2 wood-burning, floor to ceiling stone fireplaces. Hardwood floors, multi-zoned radiant heat with custom cherry cabinets in the kitchen. Blue stone patio with pond and waterfall. $469,900 R4218340
Land Listings Ludlow - 12.8 sunny acres only minutes to Okemo. 2 parcels with all site work completed. Just bring your building plans! $349,000 L4170713 CENTER ROAD COTTAGE
TRUE HIDDEN GEM
Easy-keeper cottage on 2 acres bordered by stone walls. 3BR/2BA with open living area and cathedral ceiling. Country setting, easy access to skiing or golf at Okemo. $299,000 R4217686
Snowmobile out your door or ski at Okemo. Many improvements, including new well, windows, new kitchen and laundry room. New Master Suite with a gas stove. $189,900 R4259254
Mount Holly – Lovely large 122 acre parcel with 270 degrees of mountain views! Meadows and woods, stone walls and a stream. Potential subdivision. $299,000 L4267234 Ludlow – Ideally located between Okemo and Killington, this 3 acre lot has access to Echo Lake. Views of Killington with clearing. $120,000 L4309275 Chester - Private 114+ acre parcel has been perked for a mound septic system. Hard & soft woods, $199,000 L4043900 Ludlow - Beautiful 60 acre parcel with beautiful swimming pond. Country location with easy access to area amenities. $199,000 L4217704 Ludlow - 11.30 acres with deeded shared access to Lake Rescue with dock and boathouse. Views of Okemo & VAST access! $199,000 L4255850 Weathersfield - 16 acre meadow lot on coveted Skyline Drive in Weathersfield. Close to I-91 and permits in place. $145,000 L4185947 Ludlow - Private 1 acre building lot with end of the road location with town water and upscale neighborhood of newer homes. $135,000 L4190799
GREAT VALUE AT HAWK RESORT
EXCEPTIONAL LOCATION
Ideally situated in the lakes region between Killington and Okemo, this is the lowest priced home at Hawk Resort. Perfect for four-season retreat! $199,000 R4184302
Spacious 3BR/2BA, 2,000+SF colonial on 2 acres with 3-bay garage. Ideally located on the village outskirts. Well maintained. Enjoy town amenities with a rural feel. $199,000 R4092173
Weathersfield - 15+ acres overlooking private spring fed pond with views of Mount Ascutney in the distance. Minutes to Okemo. $100,000 L4071197 Windham - 21 acres which could be subdivided into two 10 acre parcels. Mature soft & hardwoods. Trails & stone walls. $98,500 L4231790 Springfield - 9.8 acre parcel enjoys a country setting. Mainly wooded with some open areas. Views are attainable. $85,000 L4037095 Windham - 2+ acre meadow lot with country views, privacy and VAST snowmobile trails. Convenient to top notch golf and skiing resorts. $69,900 L4167151 Windham - 10.40 acres suited for primary or get-away home Only minutes from Tater Hill Golf Course, Lowell Lake & three major ski areas. $59,900 L4229540 Jamaica - 1.50 acre parcel ideally situated in close proximity to Mt. Snow & Stratton Mountain Ski Resorts. $58,000 L4145791 Ludlow - 10 secluded acres with open building site. Perfect spot to build your dream home. Start building! $56,500 L4173987
STUNNING CONTEMPORARY
SOUTH HILL CONTEMPORARY
Privately situated on 38 acres. Expansive 5,500 SF home with sweeping views and magnificent architectural detail. Less than 10 miles to Jackson Gore. Priced to Sell! $998,000 R4203513
South Hill privacy in Ludlow only minutes to Okemo Mountain. Immaculate home features 4+ bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, hardwood floors and great mountain views! $899,000 R4098552
Chester - Gould Road in Chester – Fully permitted 2 acre lot with septic design. Ready to go! Offered below assessed value! $45,000 L4172131 Andover - Looking for a piece of Vermont, 2 acre lot on town maintained road. Close to golfing, fishing, kayaking, skiing or snowmobiling. $42,000 L4241496 Westminster - 1.80 acres ideally located just off U.S. Rte. 5 & could accommodate either a residence or light business. $39,900 L4233099
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OKEMO WALK TO SLOPES
MINUTES TO OKEMO
HOME WITH GUEST QUARTERS
PERFECT VILLAGE SKI HOUSE
Just steps away from the Sachem Trail, this home has space for everyone on your guest list. Over 4,000 SF, 6+ bedrooms, 5+ baths and views of the slopes! $1,250,000 R4109166
South Hill private location with stunning Okemo views. Open floor plan features great room with stone fireplace, gourmet kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and sauna. $1,050,000 R4210454
Furnished 4BR/3BA home on 15 acres. Attached 2-bay garage. Lockout for 1BR apartment makes for great rental potential. Minutes to Okemo! $299,500 R4204007
Plenty of room for everybody in this whimsical 7BR/3BA village home. Fun backyard patio with hot tub and fire pit. Walk to everything in town or catch the shuttle. $299,000 R4226302
1790s BRICK FEDERAL, 77 ACRES
OKEMO MOUNTAIN RETREAT
Stately 5BR/3BA home with 2 swimming ponds and spectacular perennial gardens. Very private, yet minutes to Chester Green. Short drive to 4 major ski areas. $565,000 R4234143
Wonderful 5BR mountainside contemporary cedar home with open layout - perfect for entertaining. Easy walk to mountain shuttle - 2 minutes to lodge! $599,000 R4222768
EXCEPTIONAL SETTING
FAMILY VACATION HOME
2,000+ SF Vermont Vernacular completely updated. Open living with 3 large bedrooms on 14 country acres. Attached 3 story post & beam barn. $399,000 R4209111
4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath with plenty of room for family and friends. Convenient Ludlow location, 6 sunny acres with access to snowmobile trails included! $349,000 R4262734
EXCEPTIONAL MOUNTAIN RETREAT IMPRESSIVE DESIGN
STUNNING POST & BEAM
Extraordinary architectural features by Robert Carl Williams throughout… curved walls, soaring vaulted ceilings, walls of glass & exceptional stonework. Privately situated at Hawk Resort. $1,200,000 R4199940
On 16+ acres with panoramic mountain views/privacy. Tastefully remodeled, many custom features. Large master suite plus 3 bedrooms - separate guest wing/extra sleeping loft. $1,175,000 R4216687
Simply one of the most beautiful homes in Vermont. The uncompromising attention to craftsmanship and detail is evident in every room of this 7,400 sq ft lodge style residence. The open floor plan is warm & inviting with a seamless flow & abundance of natural light. Built in 2005, this home has been perfectly appointed & impeccably maintained. Features include: 4+ bedrooms, each with private bath; soaring vaulted ceilings; extraordinary windows; sunken great room and family rooms, each with grand stone fireplaces; a gourmet kitchen; beautiful open oak staircase; suspended loft; exceptional finishes; and the most pleasing & comfortable decor. $2,400,000 F4136911
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The Special Appeal of the Woodstock Area Woodstock and the surrounding towns of Pomfret, Barnard, Bridgewater, Reading and West Windsor have a very special appeal that has been evident since the first settlements in the 18th century. Fertile soils, abundant woodlands and easy access from the Connecticut River dictated an ideal locale.
site of the only National Historic Park in Vermont, The Marsh Billings Rockefeller National Park. It is the only National Park that focuses on Conservation. Between the National Park and the Billings Farm Museum, one can get a very clear picture of how and why Vermont looks the way it does today.
Although strongly agricultural in its early days, Woodstock was the Shire Town for Windsor County. The County Court with its judges, lawyers, defendants and plaintiffs were in need of many hospitality services. This included taverns, inns and stables. Woodstock was also home to the first Medical College in the state. It could be said that the early days of Woodstock were economically very diverse, which allowed for a growth without dependency on any one sector.
Woodstock enjoys the full range of recreational sports including skiing at Suicide Six, hiking, golf, tennis and is recognized as one of New England’s top equestrian destinations. The hills and valleys are laced with trails that are used for trail rides, hiking, snowshoeing and cross country skiing. The many miles of brooks, streams and rivers are ideal for flyfishing for native trout or for white water kayaking.
The Woodstock of today is considered by many to be the epitome of a thriving New England Village with a large concentration of historic residences and commercial buildings that hug the Ottauquechee River. Through the years, Woodstock has benefitted by the kind stewardship of George Perkins Marsh, considered to be the father of conservation, Frederick Billings, a strong follower of Marsh’s teachings and Laurence Rockefeller. With great foresight and understanding, Woodstock is now the
Pentangle Arts is the local arts council which provides weekly first run movies at the Woodstock Town Hall and presents artists throughout the year. Further cultural events are a short distance away in Hanover, NH. Dining in the area offers a broad range of epicurean interests ranging from farm to table dining at Cloudland Farm to Internationally acclaimed Pane e Salute osteria and wine bar to the local mainstay The Prince and the Pauper. Woodstock remains as appealing as ever for its diverse interests and easy accessibility.
BARNARD COLONIAL, 54 ACRES
EXTRAORDINARY 348 ACRES
Built in 2008. 4BR Main House, 3-car Garage, Separate 1BR apt, Barn and Views! Private and convenient location, 5 miles to Woodstock. MOTIVATED! $899,999 W4194535
Forming the head waters of Felcher Brook, this south facing bowl featured end of the road location with woodlands, open meadows and a renovated farmhouse. $895,000 W4029179
For information on the Woodstock area, contact the Vermont Country Properties Woodstock Group at 802.457.2280 or visit vermontcountryproperties.com EXTRAORDINARY FIND! Exquisite contemporary home...many custom features….true delight to explore. Valley views from 60 acre setting or add full 254 acres for great family estate. Near Woodstock, GMHA, Dartmouth. $1,125,000 W424441 NEWLY CONSTRUCTED ESTATE
GREAT ACREAGE
The new residence in the very desirable Town of Barnard, this stone vernacular residence with bank barn is the finest property available. $3,985,000 W4023249
Spectacular parcel of +/- 190 southerly facing acres with magnificent expansive long range views. Wonderful privacy for the ultimate estate retreat. $1,125,000 W4244439
SOLITUDE AND PRIVACY IN GREAT LOCATION
REFINED COUNTRY SETTING
SELF SUSTAINABILITY AT ITS BEST
An exacting restoration of a 1791 center chimney cape with extensive additions in a truly uniquely landscaped setting including 3 ponds and water course. $2,985,000 W4023208
An established grass-fed beef farm with 325 acres and a brick farmhouse that has been restored to the highest degree. Privacy with an excellent land component. $1,485,000 W4245016
A classic rural setting of 65 acres with a wonderfully designed and constructed craftsman styled vernacular farmhouse with exceptional long range views. The valley in which it is located is one of the most protected in the state. The 4 bedroom residence is of the highest quality construction with state of the art systems and amenities including chef’s kitchen, living room with fireplace, entertainment rooms, home office/den and a screened porch. A mature apple orchard and year round brook complete the picture. Easy access to Woodstock and Hanover. $1,895,000 W4236354
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Barnswallow Farm consists of a fabulous 5 bedroom 1850s farmhouse with updated kitchen, bathrooms, and wiring; a new 2 bedroom, 2 bath guest cottage; and a 28’x73’ barn. Privately situated on 265 beautiful acres with exceptional long-range mountain views, rolling pasture and colorful perennial gardens. Views of Ascutney can be enjoyed from the covered porches of both homes. The acreage is a simply SPECTACULAR mix of pasture and woodlands with walking/snowshoeing trails throughout. Perfect for the equestrian. $1,750,000 F4071394
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