Properties Near 201 Old Stage Road Essex, VT

Custom built 3 bedroom 3 bath contemporary cape on 5.64 acres. A rare opportunity to find both high quality custom construction and acreage in this sought after Essex location. This home has a smart and efficient open layout and a 1st floor primary suite with a walk in shower. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, a large center island and granite countertops. Stainless appliances include a Bosch 39 decibel dishwasher 2024, induction range 2022, and microwave 2023.  Great room has a soaring vaulted pine ceiling and wooden beams, and a 2 story fieldstone fireplace with a wood stove insert. The first floor kitchen, dining and foyer have 9 foot ceilings and crown molding. Hardwood floors in the great room, kitchen and dining. Tile in bathrooms, foyer and mudroom. The need for storage and efficiency went into the thoughtful design of the mudroom and utility areas of this home. There is a walk-in pantry, builtin shelves in the mudroom and a walk-in closet with floor to ceiling shelving. The 2nd floor offers 2 spacious bedrooms, a full bath and a bonus room. Recent updates include 2 mini splits, 30 solar panels, 2 Tesla Power walls, water softener and a car charger outlet in the garage. 14x22 workshop/shed 2023 insulated and partially sheetrocked. 1260 sqft of living space below grade. 2 car garage has a 3rd utility bay 8x14. 325 sq ft of expansion potential over the garage. Large deck and slate patio overlooks the private backyard.

This beautifully renovated 1915 Victorian exudes pride of ownership. Nestled on 6.2 peaceful acres of sun-drenched meadows and majestic locust trees, it offers the charm of a true Vermont homestead while remaining conveniently close to everything. The current owners have cherished every moment raising their family here. The property features perennial gardens, blueberry bushes, a wrap-around renovated porch, and a screened-in porch perfect for relaxing. The roof was replaced in 2005 with 40-year shingles, and the chimney has been completely rebuilt and recently inspected with excellent results. The kitchen has been opened up and upgraded with custom cabinetry, a center island and breakfast bar, a Viking range with copper hood, farmhouse sink, custom-panel dishwasher, bay window, and more. The interior is rich in period charm with hardwood floors throughout, original restored wood doors, and custom stained glass. The living room features a custom mantel while a cozy office nook off the kitchen enjoys natural light through stained-glass windows. A fully renovated full bath with tub completes the main level. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is south-facing and offers a walk-in marble shower, double vanity, walk-in closet, and a private back stairway to the kitchen. Three additional bedrooms and another full bath with shower complete the second floor. Just half a mile away, Colchester Pond for swimming and access to 700 acres of trails!