Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds1,820 sqft$192/sqft
395 Singing Cedars Rd, Orwell, VT 05760
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.34 acresLot Size
1935Year Built
$192/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Singing Cedars Cottage was constructed by Professor Lawrence Hill of Ithica College in Orwell Vermont in 1935 for his wife and him. Professor Hill was a pioneer in Physical Education. He erected Singing Cedars camp for young adult college athletes in Orwell in the 1920s. In alternating sessions young woman and men would practice their sport on the shores of Lake Champlain. He was an advocate of “fresh air and physical activity”. The name Singing Cedars comes from the sound that the trees make when...Singing Cedars Cottage was constructed by Professor Lawrence Hill of Ithica College in Orwell Vermont in 1935 for his wife and him. Professor Hill was a pioneer in Physical Education. He erected Singing Cedars camp for young adult college athletes in Orwell in the 1920s. In alternating sessions young woman and men would practice their sport on the shores of Lake Champlain. He was an advocate of “fresh air and physical activity”. The name Singing Cedars comes from the sound that the trees make when they rub together, and it makes it sound like they are singing. This cottage has been in the same family for 70 years and has been haven for family and friends to enjoy the lake and celebrate good times together. This sweet Adirondack home offers extreme privacy with 200 feet of direct Lake Champlain frontage, perfect for fishing, swimming & boating. Watch the bald eagles & osprey overhead along with a chance to observe the turtle migration in the spring & fall. Be prepared to marvel at the breathtaking sunsets. The open living room reveals warm wood tones, stone fireplace w. wood stove, and walks right out to the over sized screen porch, where numerous hours will be enjoyed. This little hidden secret can accommodate large gatherings along with numerous options for sleeping. This wonderful Vermont home is being sold furnished with the exception of some personal items, making it practically a turn key home waiting for your arrival. $400/yr for road maintenance. Sweet!

    Sold By Ridgeline Real Estate

    • Listed by: Hughes Group Team • Casella Real Estate
    Listing closed: 07/22/2022 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 4914063

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    Property Information for 395 Singing Cedars Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $3,227 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    Building Information
    • Stories: 2
    • Year Built: 1935
    • Lot Size: 0.34 AC / 14,810 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: Orwell
    • County: VT-Addison
    • Directions: North on 22A from Benson, left on Cross Roads, 1/2 mile to intersection, right on Stage Road, left on Singing Cedars Road, veer left before boat launch, follow to end of the road, property on right as the road narrows.
    • Latitude: 43.759814497709058
    • Longitude: -73.348982626983684
    • Road Frontage: TBD
    • Seasonal: Yes
    • State: VT
    • Street Designation: Road
    • Zip: 05760
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • SPAN Number: 459-145-10371
    • Tax - Gross Amount: $3,226.94
    • Tax Year: 2022
    • Taxes TBD: No
    Parking
    • Garage: No
    • Driveway: Gravel
    Property
    Lot Information
    • Lot - Sqft: 14810.0
    • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 1820.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Measured
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished BG Source: Other
    • Square Feet Apx Total: 1820.0
    • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 1820.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Other
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Other
    Property and Assessments
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Flood Zone: Unknown
    • Foundation: Post/Piers
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Surveyed: No
    • Year Built: 1935
    Utilities
    • Electric: Fuses
    • Sewer: Septic
    • Utilities: DSL
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Features - Exterior: Porch - Screened
    • Roads: Privately Maintained
    • Roof: Metal
    Interior Features
    • Appliances: Range - Gas, Refrigerator
    • Basement: No
    • Baths - Total: 1
    • Baths - Full: 0
    • Half Baths: 0
    • One Quarter Baths: 0
    • Three Quarter Bath: 1
    • Rooms - Total: 7
    • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Bath - 3/4, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room
    • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom
    • Rooms: Level B: Level B: Bonus Room
    • Bedrooms - Total: 4
    • Equipment: Stove-Wood
    • Features - Interior: Wood Stove Hook-up
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Heat Fuel: Wood
    • Heating: Stove - Wood
    • Cooling: Other
    • Total Stories: 2
    Room Information
    Room 1
    • Room Dimensions: 16x27
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 2
    • Room Dimensions: 8x14
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Kitchen
    Room 3
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bath - 3/4
    Room 4
    • Room Dimensions: 9x14
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 5
    • Room Dimensions: 10x14
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 6
    • Room Dimensions: 9x13
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 7
    • Room Dimensions: 10x12
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Bonus Room
    Room 8
    • Room Dimensions: 19x19
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom

    Property History for 395 Singing Cedars Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jul 22, 2022

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1494576370

    $350,000
    Jul 22, 2022

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4914063

    $350,000
    Jul 18, 2022

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #4914063

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    07/22/2022

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1494576370

    $350,000
    07/22/2022

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4914063

    $350,000
    07/18/2022

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #4914063

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

    Public Records for 395 Singing Cedars Road

    Taxable ValueLand$186,000Additions$128,500Total$314,500
    Tax Record2025$3,710 ($309 / month)
    Home Facts
    Lot Size14,810 SqFtStyleRecreationalCountyADDISONAPN(145) 061022000

    Schools near 395 Singing Cedars Road

    This home is within Slate Valley Unified Union School District #62.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - PK to 6
    Public - 7 to 12
    Public - 6 to 8
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Orwell Village School
    PublicPK to 6

    Fair Haven Uhsd #16
    Public7 to 12

    Castleton Village School
    Public6 to 8

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