Splurge v Steal: Cozy Farmhouses in Stowe, Vermont Just in Time for Fall
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It’s mid-September. Labor Day has come and gone. The pumpkin spice latte has returned to Starbucks. Summer is on its way out and autumn is settling in– even if the high temperatures haven’t caught the memo yet.
This week’s Splurge vs Steal features two cozy three-bedrooms in Stowe, Vermont, one of America’s most iconic destinations for glorious fall foliage.
Which would you cozy up in this autumn– the idyllic farmhouse with lots of land for a Splurge or the modern cottage with chic style for a Steal?
Splurge: Idyllic Farmhouse with Lots of Land for $1.195 Million
If you have an extra $446,000 to spare, check out this classic Vermont beauty with double the space. It’s a three-bedroom as well, but sits on a much larger 5.86 acres of bucolic heaven. There’s ponds, stables and even a deluxe chicken coop. The house itself is also bigger at 2,847 square feet.
The extra space houses a more traditional, farmhouse design with exposed beams, a brick fireplace and a gourmet Viking stove.
From the listing:
“Gaze over the pond, sit around the firepit toasting marshmallows, swing under the maples, or just sit back in the Adirondack chairs and take in the view at the end of the day… you’ll not want to leave this magical world. Imagine horses or sheep grazing the pastures. The list goes on…there is also an extended deck overlooking the grounds with a built-in hot tub.”
Steal: Modern Cottage with Chic Style for $749,000
This home was made for snuggling up (perhaps in the alcove window love seat?) with some hot apple cider and a book. Or maybe to pensively gaze out the window across the 1.3 acres of perennial gardens, lawn and woods. Beyond the property, there’s direct access to hundreds of acres of cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and hiking.
Inside the cozy 1,664 square foot house, it’s warm and bright with white brick walls and light wash wood beams. The kitchen is newly renovated and it shows. The appliances, marble countertops and a classic, white tile backsplash are all shiny new.
From the listing:
“This modern farmhouse is a true Stowe gem. This is a rare opportunity to own a home that combines modern, functional living space with true Vermont character and charm. The artful use of space and style in this 3 bedroom 2 bath post and beam home provides both comfort, and a relaxing atmosphere.”
