Properties Near 57 Paran Road Shaftsbury, VT

Tucked away in a private setting in Shaftsbury, this inviting home sits on 2.12 acres, offering both tranquility and convenience-just a short drive to both Manchester and Bennington. With 2,350 square feet of living space, the home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality. Many upgrades were completed in 2006, enhancing both efficiency and livability. The updated kitchen with granite couuntertops flows into an open dining and living area highlighted by soaring cathedral ceilings, creating a bright and airy atmosphere ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A spacious family room provides additional gathering space, while the main-floor primary suite offers ease and privacy. An outdoor pellet furnace adds energy efficiency, complementing the home’s practical upgrades. Attached to the rear of the home is an 18x24 workshop/storage area-perfect for hobbies, equipment, or additional workspace. Outside, enjoy a paved driveway leading to a detached two-car garage, along with a 12x28 Shelter Logic portable garage for extra storage. A large private deck overlooks the peaceful surroundings, ideal for relaxing or hosting, and a storage shed adds even more versatility. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy private country living with generous space, thoughtful amenities, and a convenient location.

Some homes simply have a way of making you slow down. Built in 1863, the original Twitchell Farmhouse is one of them. Rich in history and craftsmanship, this beautifully maintained four-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the warmth and authenticity that only a true Vermont farmhouse can provide. Original hardwood floors, handcrafted woodwork by a master carpenter, and thoughtful updates create a home that feels both timeless and comfortable. The country kitchen has been tastefully renovated while respecting the home's heritage, and the spacious primary bath features a generous double vanity with classic farmhouse styling. Whether it's curling up beside the fireplace on a snowy evening, enjoying a quiet morning in the bright enclosed sunroom, or unwinding on the private back yard surrounded by gardens, every space invites you to linger just a little longer. Outside, the property's agricultural roots remain proudly intact. The impressive tri-level hand-hewn and pegged barn, with silo, offers exceptional space for hobbies, storage, or a workshop, with the original cow stanchions still in place as a reminder of its working past. The attached two-car garage, once the home's summer kitchen, adds yet another layer of character and history. Perennial gardens, heirloom lilacs, and berry bushes create colorful seasonal displays, while protected land bordering the northern boundary helps preserve the peaceful setting for years to come. Offered fully furnished and move-in ready, this remarkable farmhouse is ready to be enjoyed from the moment you arrive. Equally appealing as a cherished full-time home, a Vermont escape, or an income-producing vacation rental, it offers a rare combination of history, craftsmanship, and enduring New England character that is increasingly difficult to find.

Set privately on 25.34 acres, this 3BR/2BA contemporary-style home offers expansive views and a peaceful setting just 15 minutes from Bennington. Kitchen with breakfast nook opens out onto a back deck and the spacious living room features a cathedral ceiling and dramatic floor-to-ceiling fieldstone fireplace, creating an impressive focal point and inviting gathering space. First floor also includes a formal dining room and first floor bedroom or office as well as a full bath. On the second floor, the primary suite includes a large bathroom with a walk-in shower and tub, with a layout that may accommodate accessibility needs and a second guest bedroom includes a half bath. Basement-level 2-car garage provides workspace and a dedicated laundry area. The property offers a wonderful combination of privacy, acreage, and convenience, with plenty of room to enjoy nature and and the surrounding landscape. There is ample room for gardening and play! The home needs some repairs and updating, providing an opportunity for the next owner to make improvements and build value over time. With its desirable location, expansive views, substantial acreage, and distinctive architectural features, this property offers excellent potential for future investment and personalization.

Set on 2.5 beautiful acres, this inviting Cape-style home offers a wonderful combination of comfortable living space, character, and versatile outbuildings. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main level, with two additional bedrooms and a full bath upstairs. An attached two-car garage provides convenient parking and additional storage. The spacious living room features wide pine floors, built-in cabinetry, a fireplace, and a slider leading to the deck. The dining room continues the charm with wide pine flooring, a large window, and a built-in corner cabinet. Outside, the property offers a large barn with two stalls and an expansive workshop, along with two additional sheds for plenty of storage. There is also the possibility of restoring the property's former pond, adding another attractive feature to the landscape. The kitchen is ready for renovation, offering an opportunity to create a space tailored to your own style and needs. With 2.5 acres, a barn, workshop, attached two-car garage, and plenty of potential, this property is ready for its next chapter.

Nearly Lakefront Living in the Heart of North Bennington! Come for the space, stay for the location! This spacious home offers over 2,500 sq. ft. of living space, including 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a large home office in the finished basement, and a versatile 250 sq. ft. bonus room attached to one of the upstairs bedrooms. The original garage has been thoughtfully transformed into a 600 sq. ft. primary suite, featuring energy-efficient mini-split heating and cooling, with a large main bedroom and an adjoining space ideal for a walk-in closet or private retreat. A new steel two-car garage was added, ensuring your vehicles stay protected year-round. The property’s outdoor space is just as impressive with beautifully maintained perennial gardens (featuring lilacs, peonies, lilies, and phlox), fruit trees (peach and plum), and graceful white birches. A small backyard storage shed with electricity adds extra convenience. Located just steps from picturesque Lake Paran and nestled in the charming Village of North Bennington, this home offers the perfect balance of peaceful village life and easy access to nearby commercial areas. Plus, inclusion in the North Bennington Graded School District allows PreK through 6th grade students to attend an approved independent or private school tuition-free. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy this rare combination of space, location, and community!

Escape to the rustic charm of this beautiful 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath log cabin nestled on 2 peaceful acres in the highly desirable town of Shaftsbury. From the moment you step inside, you’ll fall in love with the warm log features throughout, exposed beam ceilings, and the cozy fireplace that anchors the inviting living room. The charming country kitchen flows into a dedicated dining room, creating the perfect space for gatherings, holidays, and quiet evenings at home. A finished basement with spacious family room offers even more room to spread out, entertain, or relax. Outside, enjoy the privacy and tranquility of country living from your brand new deck while still being conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Bennington. Complete with a 2-car garage and surrounded by the beauty of nature, this property is the rustic retreat every log cabin lover dreams about.

This Charming country home is currently being used as a primary home with a vacant 2nd in-law rental home. This property could be either a single family residence with/without an in-law house or as a 2 unit multifamily with 2 separate houses, This quiet country location has 2 homes located on its 2 acres. The main home is a 3 bedroom ranch featuring a large eat-in kitchen opening into a large living room. 3 bedrooms, including an addition with a large primary with 2 closets inlcuding one whick is a large walk-in closet. A large full bath with washer/dryer hookups completes the living area. The house has a partial concrete basement under the older portion, with a crawlspace under the addition. This main house needs some TLC including interior paint and could use new carpet and vinyl flooring. The smaller second house is located a few hundred feet from the main house and has its own separate driveway and a separate septic system (the 2 houses do share a common drilled well) This house features a 2 room design with the kitchen / living room space, large bedroom, full bath, and a utility/laundry room. At 798 sqft, there is plenty of room. There is some unresolved freeze damage to the plumbing in the 2nd house. All income figures are based on estimated rents for both houses. The property will be sold with both units vacated. A rare chance to own a property with 2 homes for the cost of one!