Last Sold Price
4 beds4,643 sqft$398/sqft
281 Barnes Brook Rd, Kirby, VT 05851

Description

Ash Pond Estate melds an architects sensibility for design and balance within the spectacular natural setting of Vermonts Northeast Kingdom. The property offers a complete recreational escape on the doorstep of some of New Englands finest scenery. Views from the property look out over peaceful pastures, mountain slopes and the distant Willoughby Gap. Manicured gardens spill down toward the spring fed pond, walking trails and hidden nooks though-out the propertys 116 acres offer ample opportunity...Ash Pond Estate melds an architects sensibility for design and balance within the spectacular natural setting of Vermonts Northeast Kingdom. The property offers a complete recreational escape on the doorstep of some of New Englands finest scenery. Views from the property look out over peaceful pastures, mountain slopes and the distant Willoughby Gap. Manicured gardens spill down toward the spring fed pond, walking trails and hidden nooks though-out the propertys 116 acres offer ample opportunity to escape, explore and exhale. Two well appointed residences provide comfort with upscale amenities for the estates owners and guests alike. This home offers proximity to Burke Mountain Ski Resort and nationally recognized Kingdom Trails mountain biking. Kirby offers school choice K-12 and may be one of the most desirable locales in Vermonts Northeast Kingdom.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/31/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Robin Migdelany • Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
  2. Listed by Cheryl Kerr • Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty

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Property Details for 281 Barnes Brook Road

Status
MLS #
4640145
Days on Market
1108
Taxes
$21,066 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family
Year Built
2006
Lot Size
116.90 AC / 5,092,164 SF
Parking
Driveway, Garage, On-Site, Parking Spaces 6+
Water View
No
Waterfront Property
No
Zoning
res

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$214,000

Avg days on market

108

Sale-to-list ratio

91.9%

Kirby, VT

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Location

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Building Information for 281 Barnes Brook Road

Stories1Year Built2006Building Size-Lot Size116.90 AC / 5,092,164 SF

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$11,159 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,403

Property Taxes

$1,756

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 281 Barnes Brook Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area Description: Mountain, Near Skiing, Rural
  • City: Kirby
  • County: VT-Caledonia
  • Directions: Off of Ridge Road in Kirby.
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Road
  • Zip: 05851
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: (105) 0196224221000
  • Tax - Gross Amount: $21,066.01
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Taxes TBD: No
School Information
  • School - High: Choice
  • School - District: Kirby School District
  • School - Elementary: Choice
  • School - Middle/Jr: Choice
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2.00
  • Driveway: Crushed Stone
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot - Sqft: 5092164.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 116.9
  • Road Frontage Length: 1162.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 4643.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Builder
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished BG Source: Other
  • Square Feet Apx Total: 4643.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 4643.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Other
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 0.0
  • Water Body Access: No
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: Yes
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Easements: Unknown
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Foundation: Concrete, Slab w/ Frost Wall
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Resort: No
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Year Built: 2006
Utilities
  • Electric Company: Lyndonville Electiric
  • Cable Company: Excede Wildblue
  • Fuel Company: Bournes
  • Electric: 200 Amp, Generator, Generator Ready, On-Site, Underground
  • Sewer: On-Site Septic Exists, Private
  • Utilities: Gas - LP/Bottle, Internet - Cable, Satellite, Satellite Internet, Underground Utilities
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: Storage - Indoor, Landscaping
  • Features - Accessibility: Access Laundry No Steps, Access Parking, Access Restrooms, Bathroom w/5 Ft. Diameter, Bathroom w/Step-in Shower, Bathroom w/Tub, Hard Surface Flooring, One-Level Home
  • Features - Exterior: Barn, Building, Deck, Garden Space, Gazebo, Guest House, Hot Tub, Natural Shade, ROW to Water, Sauna, Storage, Tennis Court, Window Screens
  • Roads: Dirt, Gravel, Public, Unpaved
  • Roof: Shake, Shingle - Wood
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Dishwasher - Energy Star, Dryer, Dryer - Energy Star, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Mini Fridge, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Energy Star, Washer, Washer - Energy Star, Stove - Electric
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Walkout
  • Basement Description: Concrete, Stairs - Exterior, Storage Space, Unfinished
  • Baths - Total: 3
  • Baths - Full: 3
  • Half Baths: 0
  • One Quarter Baths: 0
  • Three Quarter Bath: 0
  • Rooms - Total: 13
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Bath - Full, Level 1: Family Room, Level 1: Foyer, Level 1: Greenhouse, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Kitchen - Eat-in, Level 1: Library, Level 1: Living/Dining, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Master Bedroom
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Loft
  • Bedrooms - Total: 4
  • Equipment: CO Detector, Smoke Detector, Smoke Detectr-Hard Wired, Smoke Detectr-HrdWrdw/Bat, Whole BldgVentilation
  • Features - Interior: Attic, Cathedral Ceiling, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Draperies, Fireplace - Gas, Fireplace - Screens/Equip, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 3+, Furnished, Hearth, Hot Tub, In-Law/Accessory Dwelling, In-Law Suite, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Living, Laundry Hook-ups, Lead/Stain Glass, Light Fixtures -Enrgy Rtd, Lighting - LED, Living/Dining, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Sauna, Soaking Tub, Storage - Indoor, Surround Sound Wiring, Walk-in Closet, Walk-in Pantry, Window Treatment
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Heating: Radiant Floor
  • Cooling: None, Other
  • Total Stories: 1.5
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 23x19.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11x19
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Greenhouse Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 13x20
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 21x11
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bath - Full
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 23x16.25
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Library
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 11x6
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bath - Full
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 17x33
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Loft
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 10x32.75
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living/Dining
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 23x23.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 7.5X12.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen - Eat-in
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 24X20.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 12X12.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 13
  • Room Dimensions: 12X12.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 14
  • Room Dimensions: 10X12
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Loft
Room 15
  • Room Dimensions: 10X6.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Foyer
Rental
Rent Information
  • Rented: No

Property History for 281 Barnes Brook Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 4, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #676946787

$1,850,000
Jul 31, 2020

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4640145

$1,850,000
Jul 1, 2020

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4640145

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/04/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #676946787

$1,850,000
07/31/2020

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4640145

$1,850,000
07/01/2020

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4640145

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

Public Records for 281 Barnes Brook Road

Taxable ValueLand$354,100Additions$1,501,800Total$1,855,900
Tax Record2025$22,306 ($1,859 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size5,092,164 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyCALEDONIAAPN(105) 0196224221000

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 281 Barnes Brook Road, Kirby, VT 05851
$1,850,000
4
4,643
5,092,164
$205,000
1,633,500
1,406,988
$160,000
309,276
392,040
$163,500
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1,080
435,600

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