Hilltop Hideaway: a bright saltbox retreat in Forest Farms, 5-10 minutes to Stratton. Cathedral glass-gable loft with brick fireplace, two more wood-burning fireplaces including the main living room, open kitchen and dining, three en-suite bedrooms plus a bunk room, hot tub and a stone fire-pit patio in the trees. Solar-equipped. INCOME: $61,063 gross in 2025; $64,121 trailing 12 months; about $14,000 in confirmed future bookings on the books (6 stays). Upside for an owner-operator or a buyer who wants a part-time personal ski house that pays much of its own carry. PORTFOLIO FOR SALE: This property is one of five 42 North properties in Winhall offered individually or together (four turnkey short-term rentals + the Indian Paint Brush building lot; ~$560K combined trailing-12-month gross rental revenue). Ask about package pricing. Listing broker is a principal and beneficial owner of the selling entity. Potential tax advantages for STR buyers (non-passive treatment, cost segregation, bonus depreciation) - consult your tax advisor. Revenue figures are gross rental revenue excluding taxes, before expenses; unaudited; past results do not guarantee future results.
Settled upon a 1.63-acre knoll, with breathtaking views of Stratton Mountain's trails, you will find this classic contemporary ski home located in the desirable Forest Farms neighborhood. The property abuts the Winhall Forest and is just a short drive to the Stratton lifts, the golf course, and the resort restaurants. This spacious, sun filled, walls-of-windows home offers cathedral ceilings, two wood burning fireplaces and a wood stove. The property boasts three bedrooms and three and a half baths, along with a spacious top floor en-suite master that has cathedral ceilings and a balcony. There are also two main level en-suite guest rooms, a main level living room and kitchen that’s open to the second floor. A bonus loft space is ideal for working from home, gaming nook for kids, or just sitting and reading a book. Complete with a spacious deck to enjoy the peaceful nature Vermont offers and the calm you have been looking for! Showing to start Monday, October 11th.
PrimeMLS #4732721
Nov 15, 2019
Sold
$340,000
$144/sq ft
Oct 6, 2019
Contingent
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Jan 11, 2019
Listed
$359,000
$152/sq ft
+35
Perched upon a 1.63 acre knoll, with wonderful views of Stratton Mountain's snow covered trails, this iconic ski home is located in the desirable Forest Farms neighborhood, just a short drive to the Stratton Base Lodge and the Sun Bowl. Featuring cathedral ceilings, 2 wood burning fireplaces, a wood stove and sun filled rooms, you'll enjoy cozying around the hearth, after a day on the slopes, and apres ski entertaining. The country kitchen opens to the dining area and family room, with sliders to the wraparound deck. This three bedroom/three bath residence boasts a spacious top floor en-suite master with cathedral ceilings and private balcony overlooking the Winhall forest. An intimate loft is ideal as an office or quiet reading nook. The floorpan offers two main level en-suite guest rooms so you'll have plenty of room for family and friends. This is a home for all seasons, situated to maximize the lush Green Mountains of summer and enjoy the beauty of fall foliage. From this location, you'll be able to participate in everything the resort area has to offer from winter recreation to summer biking, hiking, kayaking, concerts and the arts. Experience the Green Mountain lifestyle and make Vermont your mountain home.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,362 (−0.8%)
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
2024
$7,422 (+18.4%)
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
2023
$6,271 (−15.6%)
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
2022
$7,426 (−2.6%)
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
2021
$7,626
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
2020
$7,634 (−18.4%)
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
2019
$9,356 (+6.0%)
$90,400 + $364,200
$454,600
2018
$8,823 (+28.3%)
$90,400 + $364,200
$454,600
2017
$6,879 (−4.3%)
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
2016
$7,184 (+2.3%)
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
2015
$7,020 (+3.4%)
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
2014
$6,790
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
2013
$90,400 + $261,700
$352,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.52 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
2,262
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,262
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bennington County
APN
77124510544
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
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Residential District
The Residential District is established as areas primarily intended for single-family dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Cemetery
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
1/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 85° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Winhall, VT • 05340
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.2 hours in
June and 3.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Redfin Estimate for 15 Nearing Rd
$801,920
$2,920 over list price of $799K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $671K to $941K.