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Bolton is a scenic small town in northern Vermont's Green Mountains
Bolton is a scenic small-town community in the Green Mountains of northern Vermont, offering a variety of activities for the outdoorsy. Popular ski resorts in the community pave the way for residents to spend their winters on the slopes. The area's forests have plenty of trails for hiking and biking in the summer, and people kayak in the Winooski River and splash in the swimming holes it creates. Interstate 89 connects Bolton to Burlington to the west and Montpelier to the east, and residents with children benefit from being in one of Vermont's top school districts.
Bolton Valley is a charming ski resort nestled in the heart of Vermont's Green Mountains.
A family enjoys the view from a rocky perch at the Bolton Potholes overlooking Bolton Valley.
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Homes with mountain views
Bolton has a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, condos and land for sale, often offering scenic views of the tree-covered mountainside. The town's single-family homes come in various styles, including farmhouses, Cape Cods, ranch-style and bi-level homes. Many of Bolton's listings are multi-acre properties. Recent sales prices range from around $360,000 to $975,000 for single-family homes, $335,000 to $450,000 for townhouses, $165,000 to $320,000 for condos and $225,000 to $250,000 for land.
A contemporary style home in Bolton Valley has a porch overlooking the valley.
A rustic brown wooden home with green accents matches the vibrant surroundings of Bolton Valley.
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Some of Vermont's top public schools
Students in Bolton can attend schools in Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District, which gets an A-minus grade from Niche and ranks on the site as the second-best school district in Vermont. They can start at the B-plus-rated Smilie Memorial School before continuing to the A-rated Camels Hump Middle School, which ranks on Niche as the second-best public middle school in Vermont. All students continue to the A-minus-rated Mount Mansfield Union High School, which Niche ranks as Vermont's fourth-best public high school. Mount Mansfield Union High School offers college and career prep opportunities such as dual enrollment, job shadowing and internships.
Smilie Memorial Elementary School is a public school in Bolton, VT that serves students PK-4.
Camels Hump Middle School serves students in grades 5 through 8.
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Skiing in the winter and swimming, hiking and mountain biking in the summer
Year-round recreation abounds in Bolton, with opportunities for skiing in the winter and swimming, hiking and mountain biking in the summer. "There's a lot of downhill skiing and cross-country skiing in this area," says Realtor Phil Gerbode with Coldwell Banker. Bolton Valley Resort attracts visitors year-round with its ski slopes, rec center and mountain bike park. In the summer, residents go swimming and fishing at Bolton Potholes in Joiner Brook. The community has hiking and mountain biking trails, such as Preston Pond Loop and Honey Hollow Trail, which connects to Winooski Footbridge, where visitors can access the Winooski River for kayaking, canoeing and tubing.
Paddleboarders glide on the Waterbury Reservoir near Bolton Valley.
A family paddles across the shimmering surface of Waterbury Reservoir, close to Bolton Valley.
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Dining options in nearby Waterbury
For dining options, residents can travel 7 miles east to the town of Waterbury, which has a variety of local restaurants. Prohibition Pig is a swanky Southern-style barbecue restaurant with craft beers on tap and a cocktail menu. The Reservoir & Big Tree Brewing also serves comfort food with beers on tap and has weekly live music performances. Maxi's is a casual diner serving breakfast all day alongside mimosas and bloody marys. Residents can shop at Shaw's or Village Market of Waterbury for groceries and can stop at the town's Ben & Jerry's for a sweet treat.
I-89 connects to Montpelier and Burlington, is risky in snowstorms
Interstate 89 runs through Bolton, connecting it to Montpelier, 19 miles east, and Burlington, 34 miles west. "One of Bolton's main claims to fame is that it's the worst place to go in a blizzard on the interstate," Gerbode says. "When you have to drive from Montpelier to Burlington on the interstate, Bolton's flat and the wind howls across it, so sometimes you have to quickly stop your car and hope nobody runs into you." Bolton's closest hospital is Central Vermont Medical Center, 22 miles east. When traveling out of town, residents can fly out of Burlington International Airport or take the Amtrak from Burlington's Union Station, whose daily Ethan Allen Express service stops in Rutland and Albany on its way to New York City.
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On average, homes in Bolton, VT sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Bolton, VT over the last 12 months is $392,450, up 57% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Introduction82 Crag Forest's best use is as a significant recreational resource, as well as conservation, and potential timber use, depending on a buyer's ability to establish legal access for those purposes.Property highlights include:Significant rock-climbing faces managed by Crag-Vt, a local rock-climbing group;Scenic landscape that includes a significant peak and views
LIVE AMONG THE LEDGES, here at Fernwood Manor!!! This 2000 Redman Georgetown model offers ample finished space, with 3BR/2BA right in the center of active lifestyle opportunities. If you love the outdoors, there are trails for hiking and even Rock Climbing ledges by CRAG VT, just behind the park! A short walk will get you to the famous 'potholes' for river swimming holes and Bolton Valley
This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home sits on the Bolton Valley and Waterbury line in Vermont, offering an ideal blend of rustic charm and modern conveniences. Nestled on a private .5-acre lot, this home has been thoughtfully updated to ensure both comfort and practicality while maintaining its cozy, camp-like feel. Originally a seasonal camp, it has been converted into a year-round residence,
Beautifully renovated 1 bedroom condo in the wentworth II association. All new windows, flooring, custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances, maple cabinetry, granite countertops. Washer/dryer in unit. Radiant gas heat. 25 minutes to burlington / Montpelier. slopeside ski/in out. NO smoking or pets firm! references required. Available July 1, 2025 Tenant pays for gas, electric, water/sewer.
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