1197 Lower Hollow Road

Closed 12/19/14
Closed 12/19/14
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Last Sold Price
$565,000
4 beds3,313 sqft$171/sqft
1197 Lower Hollow Rd, Dorset, VT 05251

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!
LISTING CLOSED: 12/19/2014 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Laura Beckwith • Josiah Allen Real Estate, Inc.

Sold By Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Property Details for 1197 Lower Hollow Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
4350857
Days on Market
211
Taxes
$9,466 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family
Year Built
1920
Lot Size
5.39 AC / 234,788 SF
County
Bennington County
Development / Subdivision
None (Dorset)
Parking
Auto Open, Detached
Waterfront Property
Yes
Zoning
Residential

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$670,000

Avg days on market

21

Sale-to-list ratio

97.5%

Dorset, VT

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1

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$380,000 | 567 Kirby Hollow Road, Dorset, VT 05251
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$585,000 | 2523 Highway 30, Dorset, VT 05251
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$1,450,000 | 17 Farwell Lane, Dorset, VT 05251
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Square Feet
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Stories2Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size5.39 AC / 234,788 SF

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Property Information for 1197 Lower Hollow Road

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

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1197 Lower Hollow Road, Dorset, VT 05251
$565,000
4
3,313
234,788
1186 Lower Hollow Road, Dorset, VT 05251
–
3
1
1,504
115,434
1109 Lower Hollow Road, Dorset, VT 05251
$420,000
–
–
–
35,284
1291 Lower Hollow Road, Dorset, VT 05251
$500,000
5
1,900
69,696
1312 Lower Hollow Road, Dorset, VT 05251
$1,075,000
4
3,801
272,250
1035 Lower Hollow Road, Dorset, VT 05251
$350,000
4
1,404
139,392

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