518 Hampshire Hill RoadWorcester, VT 05682Price: $569,000

Live your dream in this exquisitely crafted home high on Hampshire Hill - with stunning views of the Worcester Range, and C.C. Putnam State Forest as your backyard. This unique and charming 4 bedroom, 2 bath hand-built stone and timber is a testament to the homesteading spirit that has helped define Vermont. With a stone facade, open timbers, and welcoming entry this home welcomes you in on a hot summer day or cold winter night. The house features a spacious and open living area with a propane stove, eat in kitchen, a gas range as well as a vintage wood cooking stove that embraces the hand-hewn character of the house. The slate stone floors provide durability and thermal mass, while the passive solar design and south-facing orientation capture the sun's energy and keep the house warm and bright. The four bedrooms are cozy and comfortable, with built-in closets and shelves. Located in Worcester, a vibrant and friendly community with a great school district and farmers market is adjacent to CC Putnam State Forest and Worcester Range for outdoor recreation including four-season hiking, snowshoeing and skiing - all at your doorstep. The property also includes a detached studio that can be used to write the next great American novel. The 6-acre property is a mix of open and wooded areas, with a large woodshed, a vegetable garden, a flower garden, and a fire pit. The views of the Worcester Range and the surrounding hills are stunning and serene. Located in the U-32 school district