Eden, VT | 1670 Crooks Road

Charming 1850s farmhouse nestled on 70+/- acres of woods, pastures, and a headwaters brook which was once the site of a starch mill. The current owner is only the third since the home was built. Many structural improvements have been made while honoring the original charm and history. Follow the path from the house down to the brook and enjoy the waterfalls and swimming hole. Relax on the front porch with morning coffee or evening refreshments and gaze down the road, listening to the brook and watching for wildlife. Property abuts the Babcock Nature Preserve with its hiking trails and access to the Long Trail. Nearly equidistant to three area ski resorts - Stowe, Jay Peak, and Smugglers Notch - this is a ski and snowboard enthusiast’s dream! The property is in current use and therefore enjoys lower property taxes. Whether you are seeking a year-round residence, recreational retreat, hobby farm, or future homestead, this rare offering combines natural beauty, harmony, and substantial acreage in one remarkable package.

Year around lakeside living here at this log cabin that could be your forever home or a mountain and lakeside vacation getaway. This home offers one level living with the kitchen, living room bedrooms, baths and laundry all on one floor. You will get great views of Lake Eden from your yard and a deeded ROW to walk down to the road that leads to public waterfront. The property also gets access to the Lake Eden recreation area as a taxpayer where you can enjoy the sandy beach, a play area and also rent pavilions with overhead cover for events. The home is stunning from the time you walk through the front door and the powerful living area benefits from a wood stove that will be cozy for the winter months. The master bedroom has a master bath with shower and jet tub. The 2nd bedroom on the other end of the home has an additional 3/4 bath. A bonus here is the open loft that can be used as an additional open bunk area or a den, office, or whatever suits your needs. The kitchen has stainless appliances and is the centerpiece of the home. The lower level offers a walkout basement that could facilitate a wood stove or a pellet stove with easy access to wood or pellets. If you have outdoor toys or need workshop space you won't be disappointed. The home has a detached 2 car garage with a full workshop overhead that is easily accessible from the front door. In addition to that a 3 sided saltbox barn offers 4 bays of storage for the big toys. The perennial gardens will bloom for years to come and the stone hardscapes will stand the test of time. Come take a look this home has been owned by the same family since it was built new.