List Price: $999,000 | $578 per sq.ft. | 4 Bedroom | 4 Bathroom | 2 Story Single Family Home
Date Listed Friday Apr 24, 2026 | MLS# 5085235


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Address: 557 Pleasant Valley Road Benson VT
Listed by Alex Pintair Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Description:
Discover a rare opportunity to own a breathtaking 231-acre farm offering a blend of natural beauty, agricultural functionality, and future development potential. This pristine property features sweeping pastoral views, diverse terrain, and well-designed infrastructure suited for a variety of uses. The land includes approximately 93.1 acres of tillable fields and pasture, 103 acres of mature woodland, 3.8 acres of wetland/open water, and a 6.4-acre farmstead complex. Livestock operations are supported by electric-fenced paddocks, a classic dairy barn, and a large equipment barn. The dairy barn offers excellent versatility--continue agricultural use or explore conversion into up to 7 residential short-term rental units, with additional potential for classroom or workshop space. The main residence offers four spacious bedrooms, including three with ensuite bathrooms, plus a half bath on the main level. A large eat-in kitchen and comfortable living spaces make the home ideal for everyday living or hosting. Additional features include a chicken coop and established farm infrastructure, making this property ready for immediate use.The property is enrolled in a land trust, with approximately 231 acres protected to preserve its natural beauty. An additional 19 acres are excluded, offering a designated site for a potential new home. Located just 30 minutes from Middlebury, VT, and just down the road from Lake Horntonia, this property combines privacy with accessibility. Whether for farming, livestock, or a private retreat, this is an exceptional opportunity with endless potential.
Room Information:
Total Rooms: 10
Total Baths: 4
1/2 Baths: 1
3/4 Baths: 3
Bedrooms: 4
Basement: Concrete Floor
Construction Information:
Year Built: 1902
Type: Wood Frame

Building Info
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2465
Above Grade Sq.Ft.: 1727
Below Grade Sq.Ft.: 0
Apx Below Grade Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 600

Exterior Info
Style: Farmhouse
Exterior Color cream
Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Utilities
Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
Water: Drilled Well
Sewer: Septic

Land Description:
Conserved Land | Country Setting | Farm | Dairy Farm | Horse/Animal Farm | Field/Pasture | Hilly | Mountain View | Pond | Rolling | Secluded | View | Wooded | Abuts Conservation | Rural | Valley | Private
Lot size: 231 acres
SuitableUse: Agriculture | Bed and Breakfast | Development Potential | Farm | Dairy Farm | Horse/Animal Farm | Field/Pasture | Recreation | Residential | Tillable | Woodland
Zoned: agricultural
Surveyed: Unk
Flood Zone: No
Seasonal: No
Road Frontage: 1200
Driveway: Gravel

Additional Information
Occupant Restrictions : None
Docs Available : Aerials | Deed
Easement - No
Taxes $6,700
Assesed Value Not Reported
Schools
School District: Benson School District
Elementary School: Benson Village School
Middle School: Assigned
High School: Assigned

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