Properties Near 289 Mount Independence Road Orwell, VT

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Unlimited Potential in Beautiful Vermont! This expansive 129-acre property offers a rare opportunity for investors, farmers, or anyone looking to create their dream estate. With a blend of farm-ready land, structures with great potential, and scenic meadows, Independence Farm is ready for your vision. The property includes a house in need of full renovation, offering you the chance to restore or rebuild according to your personal style. The house is currently winterized and lacks a functioning heating system, making it a blank canvas for your design ideas. Alongside the house, there are four barns—perfect for farming equipment, storage, or livestock. These barns are well-sized and offer plenty of potential for a variety of agricultural or entrepreneurial uses. The 129 acres of tillable farmland are ideal for crop production or future development. This fertile land, coupled with extensive road frontage, ensures great visibility and easy access. The property also features beautiful meadows and organic fields, a rare find that’s perfect for those interested in sustainable farming practices. Whether you're looking to continue organic production, start a new farming venture, or explore development opportunities, the possibilities are endless. In addition to this offering across the road is the main house, a separate rental house and barns, Independence Farm is giving you even more flexibility with space and use. The entire property is being offered at $1,250.000 MLS # 5009260.
Imagine a home where you can enjoy lovely views of the lake, while also having plenty of open space—10.5 acres—for horses or other animals. This well-cared-for farmhouse offers just that! Set well back from the road, the home welcomes you with a charming wrap-around porch, the perfect place to sit and take in the scenery. Inside, the layout allows for convenient one-level living, with a bedroom, full bath, and laundry all located on the main floor. Natural light and hardwood floors flow throughout, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The updated kitchen features custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. It opens to a dining/sitting area made cozy by a gas fireplace, with a door leading to the back patio—another ideal spot to relax. The spacious living room is surrounded by windows, bringing the views right inside. Upstairs, you’ll find three additional bedrooms and another full bath. The basement provides ample storage, plus a finished room that’s perfect for a home gym, game room, or studio. An attached two-car garage connects to the home through the mudroom for everyday convenience. The handsome barn is a standout, offering a workshop on one side and stalls with a tack room on the other—perfect for current or future animals. The second level provides even more storage. Nearby, you have Plunder Bay Marina for your boat, or wander through East Creek Wildlife Area. So much to enjoy both at home and in the surrounding area!
Nestled on 12.60 acres, this stunning 1800s Colonial blends historic charm with modern upgrades. The striking stone exterior welcomes you into this thoughtfully maintained three-story home. Since 2022, updates include a new electrical panel, kitchen appliances, blown-in insulation, water heater, refinished wood floors, and a fully enclosed dog fence. Owned solar panels, installed in 2023, enhance energy efficiency. The first floor features a cozy living and dining area with a pellet stove, a chef’s kitchen with a spacious island, and soaring ceilings. A charming sunroom with a decorative fireplace offers a relaxing retreat, while a full bath completes the main level. The second floor hosts all bedrooms, including a primary suite with its own decorative fireplace, en suite bath, and walk-in closet, plus two additional bedrooms. A finished third-floor attic provides flexible space for a family room, playroom, or office. The property boasts two serene ponds, a three-car garage with overhead storage, and a massive barn with endless possibilities. With breathtaking land and thoughtful upgrades, this exceptional home is ready for its next chapter.
Tucked away on 20+ wooded acres, this 3-bed, 3-bath home is the kind of place you find when you're searching for real peace and quiet—and realize just how rare that really is. The house sits back from the road, surrounded by forest, open meadow, and its own private pond. Inside, the layout is wonderfully untraditional, with high ceilings, oversized windows, and cozy nooks that invite you to settle in and stay awhile. The kitchen is a standout—flooded with natural light from skylights and framed by views of the forest and hummingbird feeders. Upstairs, a loft offers tree-level views that are nothing short of magical in the fall. Downstairs, a finished walkout level with large rooms creates plenty of space to stretch out—whether for guests, hobbies, or just breathing room. There's a quiet here that's hard to put into words. Wildlife wanders through—turkeys, deer, and the occasional porcupine. Summer nights sparkle with fireflies. And if you're feeling adventurous, the property climbs all the way to a ridge bordering state forest land, where you'll find trails, a hidden pond, and stillness that goes on for miles. A detached, oversized two story 2-car garage is powered, heated, and just waiting to become a guest suite, game room, studio, or workshop. All this just 10 minutes from Lake Champlain. Whether you're looking for a retreat or a full-time residence, this property offers both space and soul. Appointment only, no drive-bys please.

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