Listed by Thom Dahlin • Berkley & Veller Greenwood Country (Off: 802-254-6400).
For sale
$1,165,000
Est. $7,908/mo —
4
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2.5 ba
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3,338
sq ft
1472 Carpenter Hill Rd, Guilford, VT 05301
About this home
The Governor Carpenter Homestead, a pivotal piece of American history in Guilford, VT, is now accepting applications for its next Steward. This remarkable property was constructed in 1772 by Benjamin Carpenter, Vermont's first Lieutenant Governor. Lovingly maintained for decades, the residence combines historic integrity with modern functionality. Key features include: Architectural Significance: A gracious, charming house featuring a central chimney and a unique, squared-off Palladian window over the front door - one of only four known examples in Vermont. Historic Details: Five working fireplaces (including a large living room hearth with a beehive oven), and the original one-hole privy in the carriage house. Scenic Surroundings: Located across a dirt road from a lovely pond with remnants of an old barn foundation. Revolutionary Lore: An enclosed garden near the house is traditionally believed to have been a former campsite of Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys. Modern Comfort: Features 21st-century plumbing while preserving its authentic character. New septic system installed in 2020. This is an unparalleled opportunity to own a property rich in history, charm, and character. A short drive to Brattleboro and everything it has to offer. Boston: 2.5 hrs. NYC 4 hrs. {Additional 30+/- acres available for an additional $250,000}
Single-familyProperty Type
1772Year Built
3.5 acresLot Size
$349Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Thom Dahlin• Berkley & Veller Greenwood Country
The Governor Carpenter homestead in Guilford, VT is looking for its next Steward. Constructed in 1772 by Benjamin Carpenter, the first Lt. Governor of Vermont, this historic property has been lovingly cared for by the present owners for decades. They have assembled over 260 acres during their tenure to create a diverse parcel of land that includes fields, forest, fruit orchards, miles of stonewall, and about 6 miles of hiking trails. Across a dirt road from the home is a lovely pond, with the remnants of an old barn foundation. Adding to the sense of history is the tradition that Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys camped out in the enclosed garden near the house. The house itself, with its center chimney, is gracious and charming. An unusual feature is the squared off Palladian window over the front door. Only three similar examples are known to exist in Vermont, all in the vicinity of Guilford. The large fireplace in the living room is adjoined by a beehive oven; there are four additional working fireplaces, as well as a Franklin stove in the kitchen. While there is 21st century plumbing in the house today, the original one-hole privy is still in the carriage house across the breezeway from the house. History, Charm and Character. This is a piece of American history that can be yours.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,221 (−25.5%)
2024
$23,115 (+21.1%)
2023
$19,086 (−31.9%)
2022
$28,043 (−1.9%)
2021
$28,595 (−3.2%)
2020
$29,540 (+86.7%)
2019
$15,824 (+0.8%)
2018
$15,700 (+3.4%)
2017
$15,188 (−23.6%)
2016
$19,868 (+4.4%)
2015
$19,025 (+0.9%)
2014
$18,856
2013
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Windham County
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Last updated by owner on Jul 8, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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6 days above 91° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
8% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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