Peggy Smith

990 Ayers Farm Road, The Cutest Log Cabin in Stowe

Go to this link and check out my hot pick. You know what I like best in real estate? When you find the perfect property. This log cabin for sale in Stowe I am particularly excited about. It has all the ingredients that I like. First, it’s in a great locationin Stowe Hollow. Second, it has a wonderful entrance through a tree lined driveway and then the views of Mt. Mansfield open up through the trees. Third, it so damn cute. First floor has the expected fieldstone fireplace, with an open floorplan so you can cook, eat and enjoy the fire. Above the kitchen and dining area is a master bedroom loft. It is so charming and cozy, a rare Stowe real find. Downstairs there are two bedrooms, and a family room. This home reminds me of those old ski posters and the good old days of skiing. You can ‘t believe how much fun this log cabin is.

To see more click here to view the full listing 990 Ayers Road Stowe VT Log Cabin for Sale.

95 Winterbird Ridge Road, For Sale in Stowe VT

You can have it all in Stowe for under $700,000. Want to be close to skiing, the Stowe recreation path, the village, the Swimming Hole and miles of mountain biking or snowshoeing trails? This home has panoramic views of the Mount Mansfield from the large windows in the dining, living and kitchen. Lots of room for entertaining, there is a kitchen, dining and family room with fireplace, living room with fireplace, and a cozy den. The master suite has a whirlpool bath, large walk-in closet, and an office. There are two other bedrooms and bath. A rare feature in houses today is the attic. It’s all ready to be finished.

Other features of the house include a one bedroom mother-in-law apartment, lots of unfinished walkout space in the basement and a 2.5 car garage. The house is on a ridge in the exclusive Birch Hill neighborhood, close to the Mountain Road in Stowe VT. There is easy accessibility, and with views of Mt. Mansfield and surrounding mountains it can’t be beat. All of this is available for $650,000. Check it out here: 95 Winterbird Ridge Road, For Sale in Stowe VT

932-934 Shaw Hill Road, Stowe VT for Sale: $2,800,000 (click for full details)

Horse property available for sale in Stowe VT. The Shaw Hill Farm is a family held estate located at the end of a private lane. A pastoral paradise offering a comfortable 4 bedroom house (permited for 6), gently rolling meadows, exspansive views and a large pond. Shaw Hill Farm has been in the family since the 1950’s. Multiple fenced meadows, dressage ring, trails add to its allure.

Check out my website for more details, www.peggysmithvt.com

80 Cross Road, Stowe VT “The Barn Estate”

Listed for Sale at $995,000

Sophisticated and charming are the words that come to mind when you step into this renovated barn. Stately situated on the edge of a sixteen-acre meadow, the home commands views of nearby farms and soaring mountains.

Architect Graham Goldsmith, of Nantucket fame, designed the renovation. He respected the original post and beam structure and showcased its warm polished patina. Having a flair for style and drama, Mr. Goldsmith remembered the days when he would walk through barns and see the outside light shining through the barn board. Taking that concept, he installed a two-story glass window behind the barn beams that not only accents the framework on the barn but also brings views and light flooding into the living and dining areas.
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Charming Condo in Stowe Hollow. If you are looking for a centrally located condo in Stowe, you’ve come to the right place. Just up the hill from downtown Stowe, 678 Stowe Hollow Road has all the charm you could ever want in this 2 bedroom end unit. A converted colonial home takes you away from the cookie cutter condos out there. Give me a call and come take a look:

Click here for the full listing & map: 678 Stowe Hollow Road, Stowe Vermont, Condo for Sale!

The Stowe Fun House!

I would like to highlight my Robinson Springs Listing at 884 Wade Pasture Road, Stowe VT. This is such a fun house. It has the works; a pond, tennis right around the corner, a huge game room, plenty of room for company and x-country ski trails out the door! It is close to Stowe Mountain Resort and all packaged nicely in Robinson Springs on of Stowe’s private exclusive neighborhood.

To view full listing details on this property click here: 884 Wade Pasture Road, Stowe VT

To view a list of ALL Robinson Springs Listings click here: Robinson Springs Stowe VT Property for Sale

The phone rings at least once a week with a customer who’s first words, after introducing themselves, are ” I want a deal.” My first thought, which I do not say, is; ” Then go to Florida or Las Vegas.” Vermont has been fortunate to be insulated from the housing “bust” as reported in the Burlington Free Press dated March 1, 2008 by Mark Sutkosky:

“Vermont is insulated from much of the housing crunch drama afflicting other parts of the nation, Allen said. Unlike some areas, especially places like Florida and California, Vermont does not have much of an oversupply of houses and condominiums for sale, Allen said. A large oversupply tends to drive prices down sharply.Also, speculators built a lot of housing in some corners of the nation, anticipating huge profits that failed to materialize, Allen said. Vermont experienced little speculative building, he noted.For those who can afford it, Allen said 2008 might be a decent time to buy. “Prices are high relative to historic standards, but there may be pockets of opportunity because the market is slow. They might find sellers more willing to make some concessions,” Allen said. Torpy of the Champlain Housing Trust said programs to encourage affordable housing should remain intact and fully funded.

But even with the high price of houses and condominiums, people with moderate incomes who are have done their research and are sure their finances are stable can buy a home, Torpy said. “If you go in the market and are an informed and wise consumer, you can find a good value,” Torpy said.

Most resort areas in Vermont have experienced a slowing of sales but the prices and the equity that people have in their houses remains stable. Properties over a million have been less affected because this buyer usually pays cash , or finances less than 50%. The slowest real estate sales areas are between $500,000 and $1,000,000. I beleive this is because that buyer would have used the equity from their primary home for a downpayment on their vacation home. Now they are reluctant to do so.

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TOP OF THE WORLD: It isn’t often you get a piece of real estate like this in Stowe, Vermont. You will find this to have awesome views of Mt. Mansfield because it sits high up on Taber Ridge. Being part of the Taber Ridge community which is full of friendly neighbors who are there if you need them, but respect your privacy, is one of the benefits . Right from this parcel of land you can snow shoe, walk or mountain bike through acres of State of Vermont land. You would think that you are in the middle of nowhere, yet you are minutes from the village. Real estate in Stowe has remained steady and the special feature of this parcel is the cleared house site and the road ready for you to start construction. The price of this magnificent piece of real estate is $925,000, call me for more information and don’t miss owning one of the best views in town.

To view the full listing details on this property check out my website: Peggysmithvt.com

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