493 Melchen RoadBrattleboro, VT 05301MLS Number 4952307

Price: $1,600,000
Est. Mortgage of $/month
210 Days on Market

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.

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Tax Information

Tax Year2022

Location

Building Number493
StreetMelchen Road
TownBrattleboro
StateVT
Zip05301
CountyWindham
DistrictWindham Southeast
Elementary SchoolGreen Street Elementary School
Junior HighBrattleboro Area Middle School
High SchoolBrattleboro High School
Flood Zone Y/NNo

Interior

Interior FeaturesAttic - Hatch/Skuttle, Cathedral Ceiling, Cedar Closet, Dining Area, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 3+, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Soaking Tub, Storage - Indoor, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Pantry, Window Treat
Room 1 TypeKitchen/Dining
Room 1 Level1
Room 1 Dimensions36.6x21.10
FloorsBamboo, Brick, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate/Stone, Softwood, Tile, Wood, Cork
Room 2 TypeLiving Room
Room 2 Level1
Room 2 Dimensions30.9x21.2
Stories1.5
Room 6 TypeOffice/Study
Room 6 Level1
Room 6 Dimensions13.8x10.11
Room 7 TypeStudio
Room 7 Level1
Room 7 Dimensions16.4x14.11
Room 8 TypeMudroom
Room 8 Level1
Room 8 Dimensions15.9X14.1
Room 9 TypeLaundry Room
Room 9 Level2
Room 9 Dimensions11.10x8.6
Room 10 TypeBedroom
Room 10 Level2
Room 10 Dimensions22X15.6
Room 11 TypeBedroom
Room 11 Level1
Room 11 Dimensions22.7X16.4
Room 12 TypeBedroom
Room 12 Level2
Room 12 Dimensions17.7x12.2
Room 13 TypeBedroom
Room 13 Level2
Room 13 Dimensions15.4x11.7
Room 14 TypeLibrary
Room 14 Level1
Room 14 Dimensions15.5x13.6
Room 15 TypeBedroom
Room 15 Level1
Room 15 Dimensions15.6x11.6
Room 16 TypeBath - 3/4
Room 16 Level1
Room 16 Dimensions7.11x6.10
Room 17 TypeBath - 1/4
Room 17 Level2
Room 17 Dimensions6.10x4.10
Room 18 TypeBath - Full
Room 18 Level1
Room 18 Dimensions15.6x5.10
Room 19 TypeBath - Full
Room 19 Level1
Room 19 Dimensions15.11x7.8
Room 20 TypeBath - 3/4
Room 20 Level2
Room 20 Dimensions9.5x7.5
Room 21 TypeBath - 3/4
Room 21 Level2
Room 21 Dimensions6.7x5.4
Room 22 TypeExercise Room
Room 22 Level1
Room 22 Dimensions15.2x13.4

Parking

Parking Spaces1
GarageAuto Open, Direct Entry, Heated, Storage Above, Barn
Parking DescriptionDriveway, Garage, Off Street, On-Site, Parking Spaces 1 - 10, Unpaved, Covered

Building

Year Built1770
Building ConstructionWood Frame
ConstructionExisting
Property StyleContemporary, Farmhouse
Bedrooms5
Bathroom6
Total Baths6
Full Baths2
3/4 Baths3
Half Bath1
Total Rooms13
Square Feet3,808
APX Unfin Below Grade1651
BasementConcrete, Concrete Floor, Daylight, Full, Stairs - Interior, Storage Space, Unfinished, Exterior Access
FoundationPoured Concrete

Utilities

Heat FuelGas - LP/Bottle
Heat SystemBaseboard, Direct Vent, Gas Heater - Vented, Heat Pump, Hot Air, Multi Zone, Radiant, Radiant Floor, Stove - Wood, Mini Split
WaterDrilled Well
Water HeaterOff Boiler, Owned, Tank, Tankless
SewerOn-Site Septic Exists
ElectricCircuit Breaker(s)
UtilitiesGas - LP/Bottle, Satellite Internet

Other

Delayed ShowingsNo
SeasonalNo
Foot Print Dim76x27 36x30
Page235-37
Date Listed05/11/2023
View Count22

Basic Information

MLS Number4952307
MLS StatusActive
StatusACT
Property TypeSingle Family
List Price$1,600,000
Listing Agent NameHeidi Bernier
Broker NameBerkley & Veller Greenwood Country
LM MST WGARDetached

Property

Acreage43.03
Lot DescriptionCountry Setting, Field/Pasture, Landscaped, Major Road Frontage, Mountain View, Open, Secluded, Stream, View, Wooded
AreaMountain, Near Skiing, Rural
DrivewayDirt, Gravel
RoadsDead End, Gravel, Public, Unpaved
Road Frontage1800
Suitable Use Land Type FarmsAgriculture, Bed and Breakfast, Field/Pasture, Mixed Use, Recreation, Residential, Woodland

Exterior

Exterior FeaturesBarn, Building, Deck, Garden Space, Guest House, Natural Shade, Outbuilding, Porch - Covered, Shed, Storage, Window Screens, Windows - Double Pane
Exterior ColorTan
ExteriorCedar, Clapboard
RoofStanding Seam

Amenities

PricePerSqFt420.17

Legal

Taxes$18,620
Tax ReductionNo
ZoningResidential
Surveyed Y/NYes
Docs AvailableDeed, Property Disclosure

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