Dorset, VT | 397 Fern Hill

Introducing a charming 3-bedroom, 5-bathroom home for sale in the picturesque town of Manchester, Vermont. This beautifully designed residence offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and classic New England charm. Nestled within a serene, open landscape, this property is an oasis of tranquility. The home's main floor features a spacious and inviting living room with a cozy fireplace, wet bar, and French doors to the patio. The den is adjacent, providing two living rooms on the main floor. A well-appointed kitchen with high-end appliances, ample counter and dining space, awaits the culinary enthusiast. A screened in porch provides a serene setting for relaxation, offering stunning views of the surrounding yard and forest. The main floor suite can be a primary suite or guest suite. Upstairs is a larger primary suite with walk in closet, and another bedroom suite. The lowest level is finished, with a tv space or game space, with a bathroom. Central air conditioning, back up generator, high end finishes and quality woodworking are just a few of the highlights. Two car attached garage and well planned mud room are a must in Vermont, and this house has it all. Outside, the property offers a spacious patio, ideal for outdoor entertaining and enjoying the Vermont seasons. The well-maintained gardens and lush greenery provide a tranquil backdrop to this New England gem. The neighborhood maintained walking paths meander through the 12 acres of common land. A short stroll to put your feet in the West Branch of the Battenkill river to cool off. This property offers easy access to the town's charming boutiques, restaurants, and recreational activities. The rail trail can be reached easily for trail access to downtown Manchester. Whether you're seeking a permanent residence or a vacation getaway, this home is an opportunity to embrace the beauty and lifestyle that Vermont has to offer.

Take a drive up Nichols Hill Road to Fern Hill and head to the very top of the long bending driveway to find a serene, picturesque artist’s retreat 3 minutes from historic Dorset Village. Refreshingly private, quiet and secluded, drenched in natural light. With broad mountain vistas of Mother Myrick and Merck Forest, the top of the property backs gently into a beautiful private forest. The entire property has been carefully curated to encourage wildlife, a rewilding effort in place for 9 years, toxin and poison free. The large, pristine, spring fed swimming pond is the year round home to approximately 50+ healthy colorful Koi and overlooks a soft meadow bordered by old growth forest habitat, much to the delight of birds, butterflies, dragonflies, bees and abundant wildlife. The house is large, eclectic and rustic with a lodge feeling. A simple open concept design with lots of room and a farmhouse kitchen. Abundant windows throughout invite in and embrace the changing light and glistening view all day long. Distressed wide-plank floors, repurposed barn wood walls and beams, natural wood tray ceilings, curving wooden bookshelves and a curving staircase that leads to a half moon studio filled with natural light and sweeping views. Off the farmhouse kitchen find the very substantial screen porch and long sitting porch overlooking the gorgeous, vibrant, spring fed pond which reflects the changing light and soft scenery all day long. Natural beauty and peace, completely private and yet so close to everything.