Properties Near 611 Simmons Road Andover, VT

Skygate Farm is a historic Vermont farmstead first settled in the 1800s, which today spans over 300 acres of meadows, forests, trails, and weathered stone walls. The setting speaks of an early farmer’s wisdom — sited along a gentle hill to shield against the northwest winds, while opening to the first light of day and the vast mountain views to the east. Found at the end of a winding gravel road, the place offers complete privacy and a deep, restorative tranquility. In a later chapter, a mid-century modern stone residence was built to frame these views and capture the natural light—conceived as a summer retreat and a winter getaway for ski outings. Families gathered here for picnics at the top of the meadow, long swims in the clear, spring-fed pond, and walks along the trails picking blackberries. Inside, a silver movie screen drops from the ceiling for evening films by the fire. Custom closets store fly rods, skis, and gear for every season. Two wood-burning fireplaces bring warmth on cooler days. The deep, detached garage offers ample space for cars, equipment and tools. For the last 25 years, this haven has been a full-time residence. Bluebird houses line the fields, perennial gardens bloom seasonally, and flocks of goldfinch move through the meadows in waves. The land also offers potential for regenerative farming with 29 acres of open meadow and mature maples for sugaring. A solar array has 48 panels. Showings begin July 10

Uplands is a gracious 105-acre hill farm on the south-facing slope of Markham Mountain, located just outside the historic village of Weston. Anchored by an 1800s farmhouse, the main residence has been thoughtfully added on to and renovated over the years and offers over 3,839 square feet of living space, including four bedrooms, three fireplaces and an attached two bay garage. The guest house preserves the historic character of an early 19th-century English barn with the addition of a two bedroom apartment on the main level. A short walk from the house, is a handsome post and beam bank barn. The three level barn includes a six-stall stable, three bay garage for equipment, and an inviting entertaining space on the top floor. Surrounding the buildings are stone walls, extensive perennial gardens and apple trees. An 1.5-acre spring-fed swimming pond with a sandy beach is stocked with trout and bordered by open fields and woodlands. A conservation easement with the Vermont Land Trust allows for the potential subdivision and construction of one additional residence. Located just minutes from the award-winning Weston Theater Company and year-round recreational opportunities such as hiking on the Long Trail and skiing some of Vermont's best at Okemo, Magic, Stratton, Bromley and Viking Nordic Center.