Manchester, VT | 78 Bonnet Street

Two homes, multiple barns and outbuildings on 60 +/- incredible acres in Dorset, VT. Nestled in the Green Mountains, 215 Route 30 the 1780s farmhouse featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with 1645 finished sqft. The second building, nestled away from the road is 221 Route 30 built in 1940 with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. 1800 sqft. The property offers pastoral venues, mature forest, and scenic mountain views. Stone walls border the south edge of the property. The extraordinary 60-acre estate parcel in Dorset, perfectly positioned along Route 30. This remarkable property offers the ultimate trifecta location, natural beauty, and limitless potential. Featuring a mix of rolling meadows and scenic mountain logging trails, this raw, untouched farmland is a rare find in one of Vermont’s most sought-after areas. Held in the same family for generations, the property is ready for new owners to bring their vision to life. The open fields invite cattle to graze, gardens to flourish, and dreams to take shape. With three convenient access points off Route 30 and an unrestricted deed, the possibilities are endless—whether you envision a private country estate, a residential subdivision, or even a condominium development. The property straddles Manchester/Dorset, known for its historic village charm, quaint shops, and outdoor recreation. The area offers privacy and easy access to Manchester, making it ideal for both full-time living and weekend escapes.

Tucked into the picturesque countryside of Manchester, this nearly 19-acre Vermont property offers a rare blend of privacy, income potential, and endless opportunity. Just minutes from downtown Manchester, the location provides easy access to the Orvis Fly Fishing School, Equinox Mountain, the Batten Kill River, and year-round recreation at Bromley Mountain Ski Resort. Surrounded by natural beauty and mountain views, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly versatile Southern Vermont property. The thoughtfully updated ranch-style home features comfortable single-level living with 2 bedrooms and 1 beautifully renovated bath. Bright, inviting interiors showcase an open-concept kitchen and living area designed for everyday comfort and effortless entertaining. Energy-efficient mini-split systems and a leased solar array add modern convenience, while the expansive rear deck offers the perfect place to relax and take in the peaceful Vermont landscape. Ideal for automotive enthusiasts, contractors, hobbyists, or business owners, the property includes an impressive 40x40 three-bay garage complete with a center-bay auto lift, abundant storage, and additional outbuildings and covered areas for equipment, workshops, or future expansion possibilities. Adding even greater value, the property also features six established income-producing mobile home sites with shared wells and individual septic systems. Whether continued as a steady income source, expanded upon, or transformed into a larger private compound or business venture, the possibilities here are extensive. Offering privacy, functionality, and long-term potential in one of Southern Vermont’s most desirable destinations, this is far more than a home — it’s a unique opportunity to live, work, invest, and create.

Beautifully maintained contemporary home on 3.62 private acres with elevated westerly views of Mt. Equinox and spectacular sunsets. Designed by renown architect Deborah Berke, Dean of the Yale School of Architecture, this light-filled home offers the ease of main-level living with a first-floor primary suite, laundry, bright office, den with custom built-ins, and spacious living room with vaulted ceiling, wood-burning fireplace, and oak floors. The kitchen features a center island and Aga stove, opening to dining and living areas ideal for everyday comfort and entertaining. Upstairs are two generous guest bedrooms, abundant closets - including a cedar-lined walk-in - and a full bath. Enjoy the seasons from the screened porch or custom fieldstone patio with sitting wall and awnings. Quality features include central air, whole-house generator, security system, water filtration, standing-seam metal roof, Andersen windows, attached two-car garage, and excellent dry basement storage. Minutes to Manchester and Dorset, this private, move-in-ready property offers convenience, comfort, and enduring Vermont charm.

Built in 1905, when Manchester was emerging as one of Vermont's most desirable summer destinations, this stately Queen Anne residence on Bonnet Street reflects an era of exceptional craftsmanship and enduring quality. Offered for sale for the first time since 1974, the property has been lovingly maintained by its longtime owner, preserving much of its original character and architectural detail while making thoughtful investments where they matter most, including a newer boiler and roof. Set on one acre just steps from the intersection of Main Street and Route 30 in Manchester, this is a large parcel for the downtown location. The home offers four bedrooms, gracious living spaces, a bar room, and a one bedroom apartment on the top floor. A wide front porch has welcomed generations of family and friends. Original woodwork, period details, and the home’s enduring character create a wonderful foundation for its next chapter. Sited back from the street front, and about the mid point of the lot is a substantial barn. The barn has two apartments, creating opportunities for guest accommodations, rental income, or studio space. The property is zoned “Mixed-Use-1”, which presents the opportunity for 7 or 8 additional dwelling units or other complementary development, subject to local approvals. Whether envisioned as a mixed-use investment, a boutique hospitality property, an expanded residence, or a long-term redevelopment opportunity, few properties combine historic character, development potential, and a downtown Manchester location as effectively as this one.

Steeped in history and surrounded by natural beauty, this magnificent 1850 antique estate offers a rare blend of timeless character and modern luxury. Set well back from the road, the home occupies a peaceful setting that seamlessly pairs total privacy with ultimate convenience, sitting just minutes from downtown and premier ski mountains while capturing breathtaking views of the Green Mountains. Inside the 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom main house, an expansive layout flows effortlessly between formal and casual living spaces. At the heart of the home is a stunning, custom-crafted Amish kitchen, beautifully appointed with cherry cabinetry, quartz, and soapstone. Gleaming hardwood floors run throughout the main living areas, while a cozy wood stove and two classic fireplaces - one equipped with a Heatilator - are perfectly placed for added warmth. The thoughtful design continues into the private quarters, featuring two bedrooms with en-suite baths. For cold winter mornings, all full bathrooms are equipped with radiant heated floors and overhead heating lamps. Outside, the property transforms into an entertainer's paradise. A lovely patio, an expansive deck with a pergola, and a relaxing hot tub are all perfectly positioned to take in the dramatic mountain vistas. Completing this exceptional compound are two incredible detached structures. A three-car garage features a private gym above, while a separate accessory building with its own private entrance offers a versatile space, ideal for a thriving on-site business, rental property or potential private guest house. Open House Sunday, September 20, 12-2.