Chester, VT | 1302 Popple Dungeon Road

Set on 18 private acres, Popple Fields is a very special Vermont property one that feels less like a house that was built and more like a home that was lovingly crafted. Built in 1989 by its owner, a true master craftsman, this Williamsburg saltbox reproduction reflects a lifelong appreciation for traditional architecture, fine woodworking, and the quiet beauty of things made by hand. The builder was a skilled Windsor chair maker whose work was featured in Yankee Magazine, and that same extraordinary attention to detail can be felt throughout the home. Inside, the craftsmanship is warm and beautifully understated. Wide plank wood floors, paneled walls, reclaimed beams, layered moldings, and custom woodwork give the rooms an authentic sense of age and character. The house has the gracious proportions and enduring appeal of an earlier era, while offering the comfort and livability of a thoughtfully designed modern home. Originally created as a bed and breakfast. There are inviting spaces for conversation and entertaining, along with quieter rooms that offer privacy and retreat. The result is a home that feels equally natural filled with family and friends. The land is every bit as evocative. Stone walls, established gardens, wildflowers, fruit trees, and a blueberry patch unfold across the 18 acres. There is a wonderful feeling of discovery here paths to wander, gardens to tend, places to sit, and changing views through every season. A woodworking barn adds another layer of possibility, A genuine space for woodworking, craftsmanship and other creative pursuits. Just outside the charming village of Chester, Popple Fields is ideally situated to enjoy skiing, hiking, and exploring the surrounding countryside. But what makes this property truly distinctive is something that is difficult to replicate: the hand of the maker. The home carries the mark of the craftsman who designed and built it. This is a private VT retreat to be enjoyed for generations.

Grafton Lodge is a striking five-bedroom, four-bathroom timber frame retreat set on 72 acres of complete privacy, directly bordering the 146-acre Putnam State Forest. Built in 2022, this 4,000+ sq ft home blends timeless craftsmanship with modern comforts, featuring wide hemlock floors, exposed beams, and walls of windows that invite the natural surroundings inside. At the heart of the home is a dramatic two-story great room, offering panoramic forest views and anchored by a wood stove for cozy winter nights. Heat pumps ensure year-round climate control, while thoughtful design provides comfort across three spacious levels, including a game room, exercise area, and home office. A spiral staircase leads to a bonus loft space on the fourth floor--ideal as a studio, library, or creative escape. Step outside to your own private sanctuary: a stone patio outfitted with a sauna, hot tub, fire pit, and grill--perfect for relaxing or entertaining under the stars. The property includes a state-approved wastewater permit for a future 4-bedroom cabin, offering excellent potential for expansion or guest accommodations. Conveniently located just 3 miles from Grafton Village and within easy reach of Okemo, Magic Mountain, and Bromley for skiing, plus direct access to VAST snowmobile trails. Stay connected with fiber optic internet, and rest easy with a backup generator. The property is being offered fully furnished and enrolled in Vermont's Current Use program for tax benefits.