5206 Vermont Route 7A, Shaftsbury, VT 05262 - For Sale

Residential Property, Antique,Colonial,Historic Vintage - Shaftsbury, VT 1760's Elijah Bottum residence has been carefully preserved retaining much of its original detail, ambiance and charm. Once part of a 500 acre farm and estate, this remarkable piece of history features 6 fireplaces including the original beehive brick oven with copper kettle, exposed beams and exceptional 16-21" wide pine plank flooring. This spacious residence offers five large bedrooms (2 with fireplaces), 3 and a half baths, Den, Living and dining room with Wainscot and much of the original hardware. The updated kitchen with cathedral ceiling and skylights and french doors to a large screened porch, offers expansive long range views of the Taconics to the North. A wonderful and rare opportunity to own a piece of Vermont's legacy, situated on 13 acres with lovely meadows and fields in North Shaftsbury. Make this your homestead.