Listed by Joan Shannon • Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman.
For sale
$599,900
Est. $4,152/mo —
3
bd
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2.5 ba
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2,457
sq ft
858 E Hill Rd, Plainfield, VT 05667
About this home
Quintessential Vermont Farmhouse on 10.1 Acres with sweeping pastoral and mountain views. Blending historic character with modern flexibility, this exceptional property offers ample space, 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths, and a floor plan designed to adapt to the way you live. At the heart of the home is a spacious open-concept Kitchen/dining area that flows effortlessly for everyday living and entertaining, including a full bathroom with sauna. Spacious living room and office open to a back patio. Apart from the main living area is a semi-finished light and bright multi-use space, perfect as an artist's studio, gathering space, or recreation room. The home's flexible layout includes two separate living suites. A second kitchen has been converted to an office. The configuration also offers the potential to convert back to two residential units if desired. Outside, the property is a dream for hobby farmers, equestrians, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking space to create. Multiple barns provide incredible versatility. The studio barn features garage parking below with finished studio or office space above. A second barn with direct access to pasture is perfectly suited for horses, livestock, or other farm animals. Across the road, the historic main barn built with English Tyne joinery offers exceptional space for entertaining, events, workshops, agricultural ventures, or storage. Frost-free farm and barn water spigots throughout the property. Whether you're dreaming of a working farm, equestrian property, family homestead, artist's retreat, or simply a peaceful Vermont escape surrounded by spectacular scenery, this remarkable property offers the rare combination of historic charm, functional outbuildings, flexible living spaces, and boundless potential. Here, Vermont's iconic landscape becomes your everyday view, and the possibilities are limited only by your imagination.
Single-familyProperty Type
1840Year Built
10.1 acresLot Size
$244Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Joan Shannon• Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman
Listed by Sue Aldrich• Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman / E. Montpelier
Quintessential Vermont Farmhouse with 10.1 acres of mostly open meadows and amazing westerly (Sunset!!) views. Open Kitchen dining with additional formal DR and spacious LR with efficient fireplace insert and stunning mountain views. Beautiful cherry cabinets and built-ins. Ground floor full bath with Sauna. Back Ell with exposed hand hewn beams and gas fireplace could be used as family room (great room), renovated into MBR suite, etc. 2nd kitchen off LR in place for in-law apartment if desired. Ell creates cozy court yard in back yard with brick patio framed by gardens & apple trees. Wonderful front porch looks out over large protected meadow. Garage with large studio/office above. Gardener's dream with extensive perennial gardens, pear trees, berry bushes, large fenced in veggie garden, and large potting shed, all with stunning views. Historic barn has been structurally restored and has vast potential - animals, storage, event space, etc. 3 bay pole barn would make great run-in shed for animals or equipment. Less than a mile from Plainfield Village and 20 minutes from Downtown Montpelier. Come have a look at this beautiful old farmhouse in a wonderful spot. Note: sellers have requested that all offers be in by Sunday, 5/21 at 6pm.
PrimeMLS #848193
Sep 30, 2002
Sold
$289,000
$118/sq ft
May 12, 2002
Listed
$289,000
$118/sq ft
BEAUTIFUL C. 1820 TRADITIONAL CAPE HOME WITH ELL. CURRENTLY PARTITIONED FOR A TENANT PLUS OWNER. MANY CUSTOM FEATURES INCL. HAND-MADE CERAMIC TILE, CHERRY KITCHEN CABINETS, HARDWOOD SOFTWOOD FLOORING. ELL HOUSES CERAMIC STUDIO W/ EXPOSED HAND-HEWN BEAMS.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,878 (+6.1%)
$192,700 + $403,000
$595,700
2024
$5,539 (−1.2%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2023
$5,608 (−23.5%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2022
$7,327 (−4.3%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2021
$7,656 (+2.2%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2020
$7,491 (−0.9%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2019
$7,561 (+5.1%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2018
$7,192 (+3.8%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2017
$6,927 (+0.2%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2016
$6,914 (+4.2%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2015
$6,633 (+2.0%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2014
$6,502 (+1,129.1%)
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
2011
$529
$110,700 + $181,400
$292,100
Public record
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10.1 Acres
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
48315210517
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Last updated by owner on Jun 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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 87° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
4% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Plainfield, VT • 05667
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Plainfield. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
3.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 858 E Hill Rd
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