Jamaica, VT | 00 Howe Farm Road

$219,000
MLS#: 5098094
16.9
Acres
0
Road Frontage
Restore Properties
Discover the possibilities with this exceptional 57+ acre parcel in the Town of Jamaica, Vermont, where no local zoning provides incredible flexibility for your vision. Ideally located just minutes from Stratton Mountain, Mount Snow, and within easy reach of Bromley, Magic Mountain, Manchester, and Brattleboro, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy, recreation, and convenience. Multiple elevated building sites showcase stunning long-range mountain views, while both a charming private brook and the scenic Wardsboro Brook border portions of the property, creating a truly picturesque setting. A State of Vermont wastewater permit (WW-2-5317) for a three bedroom home is already approved and on file, allowing you to begin building with ease. Looking for more? The expansive acreage offers exciting potential for subdivision, multiple homes, or a private family compound, subject to any applicable state regulations. Whether you're dreaming of a secluded mountain retreat, an investment opportunity, or a legacy property to enjoy for generations, this remarkable parcel offers endless possibilities in one of Southern Vermont's most desirable four-season destinations. Sellers are related to the listing agent.
Windham Woods Forest offers 289.12 acres of productive, predominantly hardwood timberland in the scenic southern Green Mountains of Jamaica, VT, an area prized for sparse development, strong wildlife habitat, and proximity to the Green Mountain National Forest and Stratton Mountain Resort. The property boasts significant Legal Trail frontage on both Black Bear and Melis Roads and sits directly on VAST Trail 710, offering outstanding snowmobile access. A recent F&W Forestry timber inventory (April 2026) documented 1,409 MBF of sawlog volume and 5,449 cords of pulpwood, for a Capital Timber Value of $290,100 ($1,031/commercial acre), a well-stocked, diverse forest managed for decades with excellent regrowth potential. Terrain rises to 2,040' at the property's high point, with a former log landing offering a ready building site. The land will be conveyed subject to a conservation easement held by the Vermont Land Trust, permitting sustainable forestry, agricultural use, and recreation, including rights to build an 800 sq ft off-grid camp, use ATVs, and post against trespassing. Nearby amenities include Jamaica village (5.5 mi), Stratton (6.6 mi), Mount Snow (14 min), and Manchester (24 mi), plus renowned fishing on the West River and Battenkill, swimming at Pikes Falls, and hiking to Hamilton Falls and the Long Trail. Boston is 3 hours away; Albany is 1.75 hours away. A rare blend of recreation, timber investment, and conserved Vermont character.
Discover the possibilities on this exceptional 16.9-acre Vermont property, where privacy, natural beauty, and year-round recreation come together. With nearly 300 feet of town-maintained road frontage and accessible utilities, this parcel is ready for your vision. Thoughtfully shaped by nature, the land offers three potential building sites, making it ideal for a family compound, multi-generational retreat, or a custom home with guest accommodations. Mature trees, rambling stone walls, a charming pond, a gentle stream, and patches of wild blueberries create a setting rich in character and Vermont tradition. Follow the land to its highest point to enjoy long-range views that provide a spectacular backdrop in every season. Whether you envision morning walks through the woods, listening to the soothing sounds of the stream, evenings around a fire, or creating a legacy property for generations to enjoy, this property offers the space and flexibility to bring your plans to life. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the convenient access to Bromley Mountain, with Stratton, Magic Mountain, Mount Snow, and Okemo all within an easy drive for outstanding skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, golf, and endless four-season adventure. The nearby town of Manchester offers excellent shopping, dining, galleries, and everyday conveniences, while the welcoming community of Jamaica provides a classic Vermont village with a local general store, consignment shop, coffee cafe, community events, farmers markets, and a relaxed pace of life. Conveniently located just 2.5 hours from Boston and approximately 3.5 hours from New York City, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy a private Vermont retreat with easy access to world-class recreation and small-town charm.
Discover the beauty and tranquility of this picturesque wooded parcel—approximately 35 acres—nestled along the serene Deerfield River and spanning the border of Jamaica and Wardsboro. Perfectly situated within easy reach of Mount Snow, Stratton, and Bromley, the property offers convenient access to year-round recreation while preserving the sense of peace and privacy that only a large forested lot can provide. The upper elevations of the land offer the potential for sweeping mountain views, making them ideal locations for a future homesite, cabin, or scenic overlook. Wander through rolling, mature woodland where wildlife thrives, sunlight filters through the canopy, and each season paints the landscape with its own character. Along the river’s edge, relax to the calming sound of the Deerfield River as it winds gracefully past the property—perfect for quiet reflection, picnics, or simply enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds you. With its mix of river frontage, wooded acreage, recreational access, and development possibilities, this versatile property offers a rare opportunity to create your own private Vermont escape.
Parcel 2 is a forested 30-acre property situated on Schoolhouse Road in Jamaica, Vermont. From the intersection of Schoolhouse and South Hill Roads, the road winds around a sharp bend and climbs a short hill before reaching the majority of the property, which lies along the north side of the road. A weathered stone wall is found along the entire length of the road frontage, hinting at the land's rich agricultural history. The land itself is level, wooded terrain with several natural clearings near the road offering promising building sites for one or two homes, with power already available at the road. Notably, the town of Jamaica has no zoning restrictions, making this an exceptional opportunity to create a private family compound just minutes from some of the region's best outdoor recreation. An old woods road winds along the level contours of the property and continues onto the neighboring parcel, inviting exploration on foot or by ATV. Beyond the road, the land descends to the north into a wetland area a haven for a wide variety of birds and wildlife. Evidence of a resident beaver family can be seen in the twin ponds found just below the wetland, adding to the property's natural charm and biodiversity. The forest itself is impressive, featuring mature trees, some over a century old, lending a sense of peace and quiet while walking the land. While there may have been selective tree harvesting long ago, little trace of that history remains in the forested hillside today. Crisscrossing through the woods, additional stone walls stand as silent reminders of the property's farming past, adding character and a connection to Vermont's rural heritage. Schoolhouse Road eventually transitions into a Legal Town Trail, making it an ideal route for biking enthusiasts leading roughly 3 miles west to scenic Pikes Falls Road.
Escape to your own private Vermont retreat on this beautiful 14-acre wooded parcel, tucked away along the path less traveled. A thoughtfully established clearing is home to a travel trailer sheltered beneath a well-built pavilion, creating a comfortable, all-weather basecamp for weekends and seasonal getaways. The sale includes the camper complete with generators, tools and more making this a true turnkey opportunity. A storage shed provides convenient space for outdoor gear and supplies, while a seasonal brook meanders through the property, adding to the peaceful setting. Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature with exceptional privacy yet remain less than two miles from Vermont Route 30 for easy access to nearby towns and recreation. Set equally between the bases of Stratton or Mount Snow - be at either lodge in 25 minutes! Currently equipped with water accessed from a new pump and generator-powered electricity. This property is ready to enjoy immediately while offering plenty of potential for future plans. Whether you're seeking a quiet camping retreat, a hunting camp, or a future homesite, this special property offers the peace, privacy, and simple pleasures that define the Vermont lifestyle.
Discover your private Vermont sanctuary on this heavily wooded 16.05-acre parcel on East Hill Road in Wardsboro. This pristine property is bordered by the year-round Wardsboro Brook, which serves as a scenic natural boundary and offers an extensive fly fishing area, while the diverse forest canopy provides an unlimited, sustainable source of firewood. The heavy lifting is already done with a wastewater permit in place for a four-bedroom home, allowing you to quickly build your dream forest escape. Located just a short drive from world-class skiing at Mount Snow and Stratton Mountain, this location is a true four-season haven. You can enjoy thrilling white water kayaking on local rivers and brooks, quiet boating and swimming at nearby Beebe and Grout Ponds, or endless hiking. Combining absolute privacy with convenient proximity to Wardsboro's local charm, this lot is the perfect canvas for your active Vermont lifestyle.
TWO LOTS, H-4 & H-13, you choose where to build, septic permits in place for both lots! Two, FOUR BEDROOM WASTEWATER PERMITS on file with the state one for each lot! Cleared lot on Maple with driveway installed, the other has been cut and could be ready to go easily! Don't miss this chance to own two abutting lots! Is being offered together or separate! See also MLS#5090072.
The South Jamaica Parcels consist of two contiguous lots situated along South Hill Road and Schoolhouse Road in South Jamaica, Vermont. Each parcel offers an excellent building opportunity, featuring level, buildable terrain and the convenience of power already available at the street making them ideal, low-hassle sites for a future home. Parcel I is a 10-acre building site located on South Hill Road. A grass-covered access road leads from the street to a flat, area just off the road an ideal spot for a future home. Along the entire road frontage, except for the access driveway, an old stone wall runs the length of the property, lending charm and excellent curb appeal to any home built here. Beyond the potential building site, the woods road continues into the forest, extending past the property boundary. The land slopes down the hill to the south toward a small wetland shared with the neighboring parcel. The surrounding forest offers a rich mix of softwoods and hardwoods, including hemlock, fir, and white pine, alongside maple and yellow birch. South Hill Road is paved near the property, offering easy access to the nearby villages of Wardsboro and Jamaica.

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