849 Mount Bess Rd Charleston, VT 05872
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About 849 Mount Bess Rd
Own a breathtaking slice of Vermont with Mount Bess Farm—1,606+/- acres of pristine land featuring hayfields, pastures, woodlands & meandering streams. Nestled at the top of a dead-end, town maintained road, the charming farmhouse overlooks a stunning 1.5-acre spring-fed pond & sweeping mountain views. Open plan kitchen with huge granite island. The main floor also has a bedroom with a private bath. A two story deck with screened porch to be completed. The second floor offers 2 bedrooms & 2 baths, sauna, clawfoot tub & balcony. The property includes a 2 car garage, a 100x40’ building consisting of a heated workshop with compressor, hoist, an office, ¾ bath & cold storage—perfect for tractors, RVs, or boats. Equestrian enthusiasts will love the heated 54'x80' 12-stall horse barn with a huge hayloft plus a 20x20’ office/tack room & ¾ bath. Behind the barn are multiple power & water hookups which could be converted for RV's. With approximately 2 miles of road frontage & miles of interior trails, this estate is ideal for horseback riding or driving, hiking, snowmobiling (VAST trails), ATVing, Nordic skiing, hunting & fishing. Many spectacular mountain view homesites. Property is enrolled in the Vermont Current Use Program offering tax savings. Nearby, Derby, Newport, Jay Peak & Costco in Sherbrooke. This is Vermont country living at its finest.
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fan, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Laundry Hook-ups, Living/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Soaking Tub, Walk-in Closet, Wood Stove Hook-up, Laundry - 1st Floor
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Auto Open, Heated Garage, Driveway, Garage, On-Site, Other, Detached
- Exterior: Barn, Deck, Fence - Partial, Garden Space, Natural Shade, Outbuilding, Porch - Covered, Porch - Enclosed, Windows - Double Pane, Stable(s)
- Heating: Oil, Wood, Baseboard, Forced Air
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $4,750,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,909
- Directions: From the junction of VT Routes 105 & 5A, travel south on Route 5A and turn left onto Hudson Road, then take the first right onto Mount Bess Road; continue to end.
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,487 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1606 Acres
- MLS Number: 5035691
- Office Name: Century 21 Farm & Forest
- Office Phone: (802) 334-1200
- Office Email: nick@farmandforest.com
- Listing Agent: Nicholas Maclure
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Nearby schools
4
Derby Elementary School
Public District PK-6
12.4 mi
•907 Elm St
2
Newport Town School
Public District PK-6
15.5 mi
•4212 VT Route 105
6
Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary School
Public District PK-6
21.0 mi
•257 Revoir Flat Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $40,735. Typical income of Charleston, VT residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
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Dollar General
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Applebees
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About 849 Mount Bess Rd
The listing price of 849 Mount Bess Rd property is $4,750,000.
The property 849 Mount Bess Rd is a house located in Charleston, Vermont, 05872.
Active Listing: 849 Mount Bess Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 849 Mount Bess Rd are: Derby Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Newport Town School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Charleston Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Brownington Central School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), North Country Union Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lake Region Union High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), North Country Union High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Craftsbury Schools (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
The property at 849 Mount Bess Rd has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 849 Mount Bess Rd is 2,487 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 849 Mount Bess Rd is 1900.
This home is located at 849 Mount Bess Rd in Charleston, VT and zip code 05872. This 2,487 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 1606.00 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,750,000.