Williamstown, VT Mixed Use

The Land

This property is a tranquil haven, with unspoiled views and excellent soils. It offers cropland, sloped pasture for either livestock or perennials, and mixed forest, all located minutes from I89 in middle VT, 50 min from Burlington or Wht River Jct.

This landowner is a

Private non-farming landowner

Quality of land

Please see the soil map attached for a detailed description of the soil. The fields which include most of the tillable land are Buckland loam, with a small section, roughly 0.8 acres of Colrain stony fine sandy loam. We have owned the land since 7/2023 and have not applied any chemicals or non-organic inputs. The bulk of the tillable land is flat with a slight eastward aspect but mostly all full sun. The sloped pasture is well suited to livestock or perennials (we planted 6 blueberry bushes and 2 hazelnut trees) and the homesite has 4 productive apple trees. Many years ago the fields were used for Christmas trees.

Enrolled in Current Use

No

Protected with conservation easement

No

Current forest management plan

No

Certified or qualified organic

No

External map links

View Location on Google Maps • View Soil Info on VT Natural Resources Atlas • View Atlas Tutorial

Farm Information

Farmer housing

Yes

Farmer housing details

The farmhouse is a charming 2,500 square foot home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Other rooms are the cozy kitchen/family area, formal dining & living rooms, and additional den/family area. It was built in the early 1800's and reflects the era with wide-plank wood flooring and ornate trim work. A large attic with full stairs to access offers good storage, along with several large closets and a bank of cabinets in the kitchen area. East facing windows bring the morning sun in to the master bedroom and family area!

Water source for farm use

Available

Type of water source

Drilled well, Pond, River/stream

Water source details

Drinking water test results from well attached below. We utilized the well for residential use and light irrigating only but had no problems and did not experience seasonal differences. The 0.3acre pond is fed by several uphill streams. The pasture land on the east side of Weir Rd is flanked by a stream system, and there is a drainage through the tillable area.

Farm infrastructure

Barn/farm buildings
Roadways
Electricity/power

Description of farm infrastructure

The property includes a shed with attached run-in for tractor and other accessories. It was once used for sugaring and still has the venting for that use, as well as a previous animal pen and workbench. Also on site is a very sturdy and attractive chicken coop with enough room for around 15 birds.

Access to equipment

Available

Equipment details

Tractor is a John Deere 1050, approximately 1990 model, with rotary cutter attachment and scoop. Other equipment includes Scagg commercial 48 inch walk behind, Simplicity riding mower, and a push mower.

Tenure Arrangement

For Sale $695,000

Tenure arrangement details

We would prefer to sell the property but are potentially open to other arrangements such as owner financing if it ensures use of the land in an ecologically sustainable manner.

Additional Information

We took beginning steps to create a homestead by building a chicken coop, organizing the wild berry bushes, planting and tarping areas for future vegetable growing, and planting blueberry bushes and hazel nut trees (four established apple trees on site). Sugaring is very doable with many sugar maples located uphill from the shed and homesite. We produced syrup for ourselves the past two years. Garage is oversized and easily accomodates our 6-ft bed pickup (with cap) with an additional bay & storage space. A large workshop has many windows, and is insulated with propane heat. The farmhouse is cozy and charming, with several gathering spaces and established plantings around the exterior.

Williamstown, VT Mixed Use