Real Estate

12 Vermont dream homes

Sick of spending slushy weekends in the city? Then join a growing number of New Yorkers who are buying winter vacation homes in Vermont, leaving work early Friday and hitting the slopes.

Here are 12 beautiful Vermont homes on the market that could be yours — priced from $265,000 to more than $6 million.

Morristown, Vt. | $265,000

Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Half baths: 2

This contemporary chalet-style home was built in 2003 on 2.4 acres. It boasts mountain views and a gentle stream, and is just minutes to Stowe.

The open kitchen and dining room flow into a large great room with cathedral ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace.

Walk out on the large new deck and enjoy the outdoors. Two master bedroom suites feature full baths, and the second floor guest room suite has a ³/₄ bath.

Agent: Joni Gaines, Landmark Realty, 802-238-8510

Stowe, Vt. | $429,000 and up

Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Half baths: 1

This contemporary condominium at the Meadowview complex blends modern sophistication with the ease of ownership you would expect in a property of this quality.

Amenities include a gas fireplace on the first floor, Brazilian cherry floors, granite countertops and a chef-quality four-burner gas range.

Meadowview borders Stowe Land Trust property and is located just off the Stowe recreational path, perfect for walking, biking, X/C skiing and snow-shoeing, and is minutes from the mountain, offering world-class skiing and a nationally recognized golf course.

It’s the ideal spot for a vacation property or a year-round residence.

Agent: Landmark Realty, 802-253-4711

Stowe, Vt. | $635,000

Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Half baths: 1

This wonderful primary or vacation residence in the heart of Stowe is conveniently located just off the Mountain Road, with easy access to all of Stowe’s amenities.

There’s an open kitchen with new appliances and a living and dining room centered around a large, wood-burning field stone fireplace.

Recent improvements include hardwood floors and tile, new carpeting and paint throughout and bathroom upgrades.

It has proven to be an excellent vacation rental for the current owners.

Agent: Joni Gaines, New England Landmark Realty, 802-238-8510

Waterbury, Vt. | $875,000

Bedrooms: 5 | Bathrooms: 4 | Half baths: 2

This stunning home is designed for entertaining and family fun, with a beautiful patio, sun room, porch and swimming pond.

The master suite has steam shower, loads of closet space and breathtaking views.

This is a home with efficiency in mind: Well-designed mudroom, pantry, game room, office, movie room, workshop and heated, over-sized, three-car garage.

It’s close to the Village, Route 89, and VAST trails, but it also offers plenty of privacy.

Agent: Cindy Lyons, New England Landmark Realty, 802-233-8109

Stowe, Vt. | $1,285,000

Bedrooms: 5 | Bathrooms: 3 | Half baths: 2 | Acres: 4.01

Enjoy privacy and mountain views from the confines of this custom-built home on 4 acres, conveniently located between historic Stowe Village and the ski resort, and adjacent to the Mayo Farms conserved lands.

Agent: Sharon Bateman, Pall Spera Company Realtors LLC/Christie’s International Real Estate, 802-253-1806 x11

Elmore, Vt. | $1,395,000

Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 3 | Half baths: 1

This classic Vermont farmhouse just over the Stowe line sits on 40.47 acres of landscaped gardens, open meadow and woodlands with hiking trails.

Expansive Green Mountain views abound from every room both to the east and west. Remarkable workmanship throughout includes reclaimed hardwood floors and custom Tiger Maple cabinetry and built-ins.

The spacious chef’s kitchen has an island, Viking appliances and breakfast nook open to a large dining room.

The great room has a cathedral ceiling and central stone gas fireplace. Outbuildings include a garden shed and custom detached garage/workshop.

This is one very special property just minutes to Stowe’s Mountain Road.

Agent: Joni Gaines, New England Landmark Realty, 802-258-8510

Stowe, Vt. | $1,695,000

Bedrooms: 5 | Bathrooms: 3 | Half baths: 2

This farmhouse sits on 20 acres with a large pond and views of Mount Mansfield. Wood burning fireplaces lend the property a country elegance, and there’s a large screened porch to enjoy the peaceful setting of perennials, fruit trees and wildlife. A large, detached barn provides many possibilities.

Agent: Susi Benoit, Landmark Realty, 802-598-6342

Brandon, Vt. | $1,695,000

Bedrooms: 6 | Bathrooms: 5

High Pond Farm is a private 386-acre, hilltop retreat surrounded by thousands of acres of protected land between the Green Mountains and Adirondacks.

The 11-acre Walker pond, used for fishing and swimming, has a wooded backdrop at the edge of a large meadow.

The property was once the private “High Pond Mountain” ski area beginning in 1940’s. There is still a working T bar lift and the old slopes are identifiable on local maps.

Agent: Wade Weathers, Jr, LandVest/Christie’s International Real Estate, 802-651-5392

Stowe, Vt. | $2,499,000

Bedrooms: 6 | Bathrooms: 3 | Half baths: 2

This modern country estate is set upon 30 acres in such a way that one can enjoy Mount Mansfield views, a Zen garden with pond, and lush meadows — all in a single vista.

The main floor centers on an impressive wood-burning fireplace which is surrounded by an open-concept kitchen, living room and dining room. Outside, a carriage house with an apartment is perfect for an onsite caretaker and a one-of-a-kind treehouse and tennis court are sure to entertain.

Agent: Sharon Bateman, Pall Spera Company Realtors LLC/Christie’s International Real Estate, 802-253-1806 x11

Stowe, Vt. | $2,490,000

Bedrooms: 5 | Bathrooms: 5 | Half baths: 2

Tucked away on two private lots on 6.5 acres, this property offers expansive mountain views to the south. The estate is centrally located off of the Mountain Road, affording easy access to Stowe Village, Stowe Mountain Resort, the interstate and Stowe’s famed recreation path.

Amenities include a chef’s kitchen, wine cellar, home theater and a golf simulator, as well as an attached 12-car garage and a hobby barn.

Agent: Jill Anne, Pall Spera Company Realtors LLC/Christie’s International Real Estate, 802-253-9771

Tinmouth, Vt. | $3,200,000

1,278+ acres

This private, mountaintop property in the Mettowee Valley has both Taconic and Green Mountain views, a slate-roofed barn and a renovated farmstead with meadows, three ponds and miles of trails through fields and forests. The location is within close proximity to skiing and dining around Manchester, Vt.

Agent: Story Jenks, LandVest/Christie’s International Real Estate, 802-238-1332

Stowe, Vt. | $6,900,000

Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 5 | Half baths: 4

This classic design sits on 15 acres of the highest ground in Stowe. The entertainment level features a Mezzanine bar, theater and an indoor swimming pool.

Agent: Sharon Bateman, Pall Spera Company Realtors LLC/Christie’s International Real Estate, 802-253-1806 x 11