A classic Vermont setting, mountain views, and a home designed for comfortable living come together in this inviting Manchester property. Set on a level, beautifully usable lot, the home offers a peaceful retreat while keeping Bromley, Magic, and Stratton close at hand. The kitchen and dining areas are filled with natural light, with large windows bringing the surrounding mountains into view. From here, the home opens into a generous living room where a brick fireplace, soaring cathedral ceiling, and expansive windows create a warm gathering place for quiet mornings, après-ski evenings, and time with family and friends. A loft overlooking the dining area adds a charming touch and offers space for reading, working, or simply getting away for a little while. Three bedrooms and two baths provide comfortable accommodations, including a private primary bath. Two of the bedrooms open onto their own decks, making it easy to step outside and enjoy the fresh mountain air. There is plenty of room for guests, family, or a home office without sacrificing the relaxed feel of the house. The full basement offers ample storage for everything that comes with Vermont living, while the detached two car garage provides even more room for cars, skis, bikes, tools, and outdoor equipment. The level yard is one of the property's highlights, offering space to let the dogs run, enjoy a summer afternoon, start a garden, or gather outside with friends. Whether used as a full-time home or a weekend escape, this is the kind of place that makes it easy to settle into the Vermont lifestyle close to the mountains, yet convenient to Manchester's shops, restaurants, and year-round amenities.
Welcome to this inviting one level Manchester Vermont home, perfect for easy living and year round enjoyment and minutes from Bromley, Magic, and Stratton ski areas. A spacious deck off the kitchen welcomes you to the home and offers a wonderful spot to enjoy the morning sun and take in the surrounding mountain views. Inside, the bright, open kitchen features a wall of windows with lovely mountain views and flows naturally into the dining area and comfortable living room. The living room is the heart of the home, with a cathedral ceiling, floor to ceiling windows, and brick fireplace creating a warm and inviting space for relaxing and entertaining. A loft above the dining area adds character and flexible space. The home offers three bedrooms and two baths, including a comfortable primary bedroom with its own private bath, along with two additional bedrooms that share a bath. Two of the bedrooms open directly to decks, providing easy access to the outdoors and peaceful spots to relax. A full, unfinished basement with a bulkhead to the outdoors provides abundant storage and excellent potential for future use. A separate two car garage offers convenient space for vehicles, outdoor equipment, and Vermont gear. Outside, the beautiful level yard is ideal for play, dogs, gardening, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. With its convenient location and inviting layout, this home makes an excellent primary residence or weekend retreat, offering easy access to skiing, hiking, dining, and all that Manchester and the surrounding mountains have to offer. Showings start Sunday 8/30
PrimeMLS #4788394
Mar 23, 2020
Sold
$310,000
$169/sq ft
Mar 17, 2020
Pending
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Jan 6, 2020
Contingent
—
Dec 20, 2019
Listed
$350,000
$191/sq ft
+12
ONE FLOOR LIVING WITH A GARAGE! Great Manchester location and space to live. Nice floors, open living/ dining area, large kitchen with lots of bright light and mountain views, wood burning fireplace, built ins, center island in kitchen as well as lofted space above the dining area. Cathedral ceilings in the master bedroom and updated master bathroom. Two additional bedrooms with ample closet space and access to the backyard. Two acres with a view and one floor living quarters! A must see at this price! All measurements approximate.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,264 (−12.8%)
$141,100 + $344,900
$486,000
2024
$6,036 (+12.8%)
$141,100 + $344,900
$486,000
2023
$5,350 (−7.6%)
$141,100 + $344,900
$486,000
2022
$5,789 (−3.6%)
$122,500 + $200,300
$322,800
2021
$6,004 (+1.5%)
$122,500 + $200,300
$322,800
2020
$5,917 (+3.9%)
$122,500 + $200,300
$322,800
2019
$5,695 (−2.3%)
$122,500 + $200,300
$322,800
2018
$5,831 (−6.2%)
$122,500 + $200,300
$322,800
2017
$6,218 (+5.2%)
$122,500 + $200,300
$322,800
2016
$5,911 (+7.3%)
$122,500 + $200,300
$322,800
2015
$5,511
$122,500 + $200,300
$322,800
2013
$122,500 + $200,300
$322,800
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.21 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,832
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,832
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bennington County
APN
37511612781
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
5% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Manchester Center, VT • 05255
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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46
32
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Sun exposure
80/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Manchester Center. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 197 Bromley Brook Rd
$641,040
$2,040 over list price of $639K
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