Westminster, VT | 131 West Parish Road

Homesteaders, take notice. If you have dreamed of greater self-reliance, growing gardens, raising chickens, and preserving food - this hilltop property may be the opportunity you have been waiting for. Located at the end of a private road, easy jaunt to the village, the property offers 12.5 private acres. The expanded Cape-style home with an attached garage features a country kitchen with dining area and a pantry, ½ bath, a living room with a woodstove, office and a mudroom/laundry area. Upstairs are three cozy bedrooms, full bath and a large multipurpose room and a second staircase which leads to the former garage space below, offering additional possibilities for workshop or studio space. An inviting screened porch, two-story barn, sheds, and a chicken coop await their next stewards. Become part of a community of like-minded neighbors who inspire, encourage, teach, support, and appreciate one another. Westminster West is home to an active homesteading community that includes sheep farmers, cheesemakers, beekeepers, jewelry makers, artists, fruit growers, and organic vegetable farmstands. Nearby hiking trails and the villages of Putney, Saxtons River, Bellows Falls, and Walpole, New Hampshire, are all within easy distance.

There is an immense amount of space in this home. With one bedroom downstairs, 4 bedrooms upstairs, plus a family/bonus room, everyone has space of their own. The space carries over to the 2 story attached barn where both floors offer workshop and creative space. Even the basement is sprawling and usable. Enjoy Fiber internet and the most pure well water from the Westminster Aquifer. There is a new septic system and a large grassy backyard. Notable features include a pantry, an enclosed wrap-around front porch, a back stairwell off the fifth bedroom, three propane heaters and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Enjoy being part of the Village community!

Country Charm Meets Convenience! Tucked back from the road on 1.1 flat, open acres and bordered by cornfields on two sides, this well-maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch offers peaceful country living with easy access to I-91 North and South via Exit 5. Features include an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area with black granite countertops, hardwood floors throughout, a spacious primary suite with private bath and walk-in closet. A beautiful slate wood-burning stove on a brick hearth. Additional highlights include a two-car attached garage, large dry basement, central vacuum, oil hot water heat, and propane cookstove. Enjoy the large rear deck, outdoor firepit, and plenty of room to relax, entertain, and explore the outdoors. A perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience.

Welcome to your private Vermont retreat! Nestled on 2.5 pristine acres, this unique home perfectly blends quiet country living with exceptional functional versatility. As you pull up the scenic drive, you will immediately notice the beautiful, established orchard featuring multiple fruiting apple, pear, and peach trees dotting the expansive lawn. The main residence welcomes you with a classic Vermont aesthetic, boasting a spacious layout with bright living areas and a wonderful indoor-outdoor flow designed to capture the serene surrounding forest views. Peace of mind is built-in with a recently serviced generator to keep you powered through any Vermont weather. The partially-finished basement includes two air-conditioned growing rooms, providing an ideal setup for year-round agricultural hobbies, specialty indoor gardening, or climate-controlled storage. Stepping outside, the property features multiple covered storage areas, a chicken coop adjacent to the house, and a large detached barn-style garage. This impressive outbuilding provides ample space for vehicles, equipment, a workshop, or toys on the main level. Upstairs, a finished bonus room serves as a private office, offering the ultimate quiet work-from-home sanctuary, art studio, or guest space completely separated from the main house. To make maintenance effortless, the property conveys with a zero-turn lawn mower and a snow blower. Whether you are looking to homestead, cultivate your own produce, work from home seamlessly, or simply enjoy the peace and privacy of southern Vermont, this property delivers endless possibilities. Conveniently located with easy access to Putney Village and I-91 while maintaining rural tranquility.

Travel past farmstands and open fields to reach this private road, shared by just two homes. Set on 10 acres of predominantly open fields, this property has great potential for solar, gardening, or horses. A cobblestone walkway leads to the covered back deck and into a tiled mudroom, complete with a built-in bench and abundant storage. Inside, the open-concept living and kitchen area is filled with natural light streaming through a wall of three sliding glass doors. Step out onto the front deck, where a pergola and grill create the perfect setting for outdoor dining and relaxing while taking in sweeping views of the front field. In the kitchen, enjoy a whimsical blue-tiled countertop with a matching theme in the first-floor bathroom. The first floor also features a bedroom and laundry room, while upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms boast cathedral ceilings and skylights that enhance the home’s airy, sun-filled feel. A full bath with slate floors and a jetted tub completes the 2nd floor. Recent upgrades include a new shingled roof and all skylights, plus a freshly stained exterior with new trim boards.