650 Francis Rd

Bethel, VT 05032

$39,000,000
Price
2
Beds
9,950 Sq. Ft.
$3,920 / Sq. Ft.
9,950
Sq. Ft.
$3,920
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Set on 400+/- acres in Barnard, Vermont, Monsalvat Farm is a legacy estate where rolling pastures, stone walls, forests, and mountain views reflect the state’s timeless character. Settled in 1793, the land carries generations of stewardship, elevated by one of the finest residences in the country—an architectural masterpiece complemented by historic and companion structures that are carefully integrated into the landscape with grace and permanence. Buildings include: the primary residence called...Set on 400+/- acres in Barnard, Vermont, Monsalvat Farm is a legacy estate where rolling pastures, stone walls, forests, and mountain views reflect the state’s timeless character. Settled in 1793, the land carries generations of stewardship, elevated by one of the finest residences in the country—an architectural masterpiece complemented by historic and companion structures that are carefully integrated into the landscape with grace and permanence. Buildings include: the primary residence called "the Sanctuary" with 12-sided cathedral great room, primary bedroom suite with 2 bathrooms, one with fireplace, 7 additional fireplaces including one in the guest suite, wine cellar, music media room known as "the Cabin" and a dining room with stunning overhead sculpture positioned as an upside down tree with nested lights; a 2 bedroom 2 1/2 bathroom charming stone guest house, known as "Gilbert's Cottage;" a restored farmhouse with 4 separate apartments each with 1 bedroom and a full bathroom; a 1 bedroom 1 bathroom cabin called "the Lodge"; a restored historic barn with attached 5 stall stable, heated tack room and farm managers office with bathroom and shower; a Gazebo with fireplace, half bathroom and shower, a detached 3-bay garage, an equipment barn, a cattle barn and a sugar house. With a private gated entrance and bridge, built to highway specifications, over a large pond, a private FAA approved heliport, orchard, fields and miles of trails, Monsalvat Farm is truly magical.
  1. Listed by Christopher Lang • Bravynia

Property Details for 650 Francis Road

Zoning
Rural Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 01/03/2026 06:02 PM

Property Details for 650 Francis Road

StatusActive
MLS #5066208
Days on Market84
Taxes$271,017 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built2009
Lot Size395.91 AC / 17,245,839 SF
CountyWindsor County

Location

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Building Information for 650 Francis Road

Stories3Year Built2009Building Size-Lot Size395.91 AC / 17,245,839 SF

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$212,664 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$190,079

Property Taxes

$22,585

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 650 Francis Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Barnard
  • County: VT-Windsor
  • Latitude: 43.762181000001000
  • Longitude: -72.622973999999999
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Road
  • Zip Code: 05031
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 030-009-10470
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Taxes TBD: No
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2.00
  • Driveway: Brick/Pavers, Gated, Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Agricultural, Country Setting, Farm, Field/Pasture, Landscaped, Level, Mountain View, Open, Orchards, Pond, Recreational, Rolling, Sloping, Stream, Timber, View, Walking Trails, Waterfall, Wooded, Mountain, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 395.91
  • Road Frontage Length: 1100.0
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: Yes
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Easements: Unknown
  • Flood Zone: No
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Year Built: 2009
Utilities
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Generator, Underground
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Leach Field, Septic Design Available, Septic
  • Water Source: Drilled Well, Private
  • Utilities: Propane, Underground Gas, Underground Utilities
  • Internet: Fiber Optic Internet
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Masonry, Timber Frame, Stone Exterior, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Slate
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Range Hood, Microwave, Mini Fridge, Double Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Walkout
  • Basement Description: Basement Stairs, Concrete, Concrete Floor, Finished, Full, Interior Stairs, Walkout
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Full Bathroom, Level 1: 1/2 Bathroom, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Foyer, Level 1: Great Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Media Room
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Full Bathroom, Level 2: Library, Level 2: Primary Bdm Ste, Level 2: Office/Study, Level 2: Other
  • Rooms: Level 3: Level 3: Other
  • Rooms: Level B: Level B: Laundry Room, Level B: Utility Room, Level B: Wine Cellar
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Propane, Radiant, Radiator
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Total Stories: 3
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Great Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room 5
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 6
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 7
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 8
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Other
Room 9
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Office/Study
Room 10
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 11
  • Room Level: 3
  • Room Type: Other
Room 12
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom with Bath
Room 13
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 14
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Wine Cellar
Room 15
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Media Room
Room 16
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room 17
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry Room
Room 18
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 19
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Library
Room 20
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room

Property History for 650 Francis Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5066208

$39,000,000—
Aug 4, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #332616261

$18,000,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/16/2025

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5066208

$39,000,000
08/04/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #332616261

$18,000,000

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Public Records for 650 Francis Road

Taxable ValueLand$3,379,800Additions$13,513,100Total$16,892,900
Tax Record2024$300,018 ($25,002 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt18,338 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt18,338 SqFtStories3Lot Size17,245,840 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built2006ZoningRURALCountyWINDSORAPN(009) 05-0260Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 650 Francis Road

This home is within Windsor Central Unified Union School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Barnard Academy
Public - PK to 6
Woodstock Senior Uhsd #4
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Barnard Academy
PublicPK to 6

Woodstock Senior Uhsd #4
Public7 to 12

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More information about 650 Francis Road, Bethel, VT 05032

650 Francis Road is a single family home for sale in Bethel, VT 05032. This property was listed for sale on October 16, 2025 by Bravynia, it's currently listed at $39,000,000. It has been on the market for a total of 84 days and was last sold on August 4, 2008. This listing's school district is Windsor Central Unified Union School District. Nearby schools include Barnard Academy and Woodstock Senior Uhsd #4. 650 Francis Road is a 2-bed, 7-bath, 9,950 sqft single family home built in 2009.

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