1197 Lower Hollow Road

Closed 12/19/14
Closed 12/19/14
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$565,000
4 beds3,313 sqft
1197 Lower Hollow Rd, Dorset, VT 05251
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.39 acresLot Size
1920Year Built
$171/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Sensational Dorset Hollow River Setting on the Mettowee as it meanders through the most enchanting 5 acres. Terraced above the cascading stream this 3300 sf open floor plan with light-filled living all overlooks and sings to its environment. The character of New England tradition is enhanced by wide pine floors, nooks, crannies, and multiple fireplaces with step-down living room and a fabulous family room beyond all while the formal dining is creatively a part of the generous space perfect for entertaining....Sensational Dorset Hollow River Setting on the Mettowee as it meanders through the most enchanting 5 acres. Terraced above the cascading stream this 3300 sf open floor plan with light-filled living all overlooks and sings to its environment. The character of New England tradition is enhanced by wide pine floors, nooks, crannies, and multiple fireplaces with step-down living room and a fabulous family room beyond all while the formal dining is creatively a part of the generous space perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is very large and "retro fresh" and yes great-room capable! Main level primary suite and all living walk out to the stone walled patio. The second floor is accessed by two staircases and offers three full sized suites and two smaller dressing rooms that can become what the need desires... two car garage and studio workshop... charming kitchen entrance with wood storage... it is all right here in beautiful Dorset Hollow!

    Sold By Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty

    • Listed by: Laura Beckwith • Josiah Allen Real Estate, Inc.
    Listing closed: 12/19/2014 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 4350857

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    Avg days on market

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    Sale-to-list ratio

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    Property Information for 1197 Lower Hollow Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $9,466 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • County: Bennington County
    • Development / Subdivision: None (Dorset)
    • Parking: Auto Open, Detached
    • Waterfront Property: Yes
    • Zoning: Residential
    Building Information
    • Stories: 2
    • Year Built: 1920
    • Lot Size: 5.39 AC / 234,788 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: Dorset
    • County: VT-Bennington
    • Directions: Route 30 to Dorset. Turn right onto Dorset Hollow. Keep bearing right to Lower Hollow. House on left before bridge.
    • Latitude: 43.259912
    • Longitude: -73.060647
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: Unknown
    • State: VT
    • Street Designation: Road
    • Zip Code: 05251
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • SPAN Number: 180-057-11141
    • Tax Year: 2014
    • Taxes TBD: No
    School Information
    • School - High: Burr and Burton Academy
    • School - District: Southwest Vermont
    • School - Elementary: Dorset Elementary School
    • School - Middle/Jr: Dorset Elementary School
    Parking
    • Garage: Yes
    • Garage Capacity: 2.00
    • Driveway: Gravel
    Property
    Lot Information
    • Common Land Acres: 0.0
    • Lot - Sqft: 234788.0
    • Lot Features: Mountain View, Waterfront
    • Lot Size Acres: 5.39
    • Road Frontage Length: 632.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 3313.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Total: 3313.0
    • Square Feet Apx Tot Below Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 3313.0
    Property and Assessments
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Flood Zone: Unknown
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Resort: No
    • ROW - Parcel Access: No
    • ROW to other Parcel: No
    • Surveyed: Unknown
    • Year Built: 1920
    Utilities
    • Electric Company: CVPS
    • Electric: 220 Plug
    • Sewer: Septic
    • Water Source: Drilled Well
    • Utilities: Cable
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Color: White
    • Construction Materials: Vinyl Exterior
    • Features - Exterior: Fence - Partial, Patio, Window Screens
    • Roof: Shingle - Other
    Interior Features
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater - Electric
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Interior
    • Basement Description: Other, Partial
    • Baths - Total: 3
    • Baths - Full: 3
    • Half Baths: 0
    • Three Quarter Bath: 0
    • Rooms - Total: 10
    • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Family Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room
    • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Primary Bedroom, Level 2: Office/Study
    • Bedrooms - Total: 4
    • Features - Interior: Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 2, Primary BR w/ BA, Laundry - 1st Floor
    • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Softwood
    • Heating: Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water
    • Total Stories: 2
    Room Information
    Room 1
    • Room Dimensions: 18x14
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Kitchen
    Room 2
    • Room Dimensions: 18x11
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Dining Room
    Room 3
    • Room Dimensions: 21x15
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 4
    • Room Dimensions: 33x18
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Family Room
    Room 5
    • Room Dimensions: 11x7
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Office/Study
    Room 7
    • Room Dimensions: 17x17
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
    Room 8
    • Room Dimensions: 15x14
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 9
    • Room Dimensions: 14x13
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 10
    • Room Dimensions: 12x11
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Rental
    Rent Information
    • Rented: No

    Property History for 1197 Lower Hollow Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Dec 22, 2014

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #485146501

    		$565,100

    -0.4% / yr

    Dec 19, 2014

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4350857

    		$565,000—
    Dec 19, 2014

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #4350857

    		—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    12/22/2014

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #485146501

    $565,100

    -0.4% / yr

    12/19/2014

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4350857

    $565,000
    12/19/2014

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #4350857

    —

    For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

    Public Records for 1197 Lower Hollow Road

    Taxable ValueLand$330,800Additions$561,300Total$892,100
    Tax Record2025$9,807 ($817 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds4Baths1Lot Size222,156 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1982Year Renovated1982CountyBENNINGTONAPN(057)000510

    Schools near 1197 Lower Hollow Road

    This home is within Taconic and Green Regional School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Dorset Elementary School
    		Public - PK to 8
    Long Trail School
    		Private - 6 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Dorset Elementary School
    PublicPK to 8

    Long Trail School
    Private6 to 12

    School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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    $565,000
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    234,788
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