Marshfield remains a rural enclave east of the state capital
Marshfield, initially inhabited by the Abenaki people, was settled in 1790. Timber was its leading resource at first, but eventually, the area became a fertile farming community because the Winooski River and the floodplains surrounding the town were prime spots for growing crops. Marshfield has remained focused on farming and maintaining its rural atmosphere since. Properties here allow buyers to have ample lawn space and large backyards. However, homes in the village can be closer together. Properties also back onto the Winooski River or face local forests, giving buyers views of the local countryside.
Historical homes at a lower cost
The median price for homes in Marshfield is $275,000, lower than the state and national medians. Common styles include Cape Cods, farmhouses and Colonial Revivals, some built before 1900. The community also has low homeowners’ association activity. Homes typically spend 72 days on the market, higher than the national average of 48 days. Properties and areas along the Winooski River can experience flooding. The area also averages 96 inches of snow per year, much higher than the national average of 28 inches.
Twinfield Union School
The Twinfield Union School serves Marshfield’s pupils and earns a C-plus from Niche. The school offers preschool through 12th-grade classes.
Local forests and state parks
Multiple state forests and parks surround Marshfield, including the 600-acre Stranahan Town Forest, which has hunting spots along with hiking and biking trails. New Discovery State Park has camping spots, small boat launches and a playground. Stillwater State Park features swimming holes and trails. The Martin Covered Bridge Park has a walking trail and features a covered bridge built around 1890. The Woodbury Golf Course, 6 miles north of Marshfield, is a public par-3 course that also hosts local tournaments. The Unadilla Theatre has been in Marshfield since the 1970s and hosts plays, operas and musicals. The community also organizes pickleball games, skiing trips and seasonal festivals.
Dining and shopping in Plainfield and Danville
The closest dining options are in Plainfield and Danville and feature mostly locally owned establishments. Positive Pie in Plainfield serves pizza, sandwiches and burgers. The Three Ponds Sandwich Kitchen in Danville has salads, pizzas and cocktails. Nacho Mama, also in Danville, specializes in tacos and burritos and offers specials. The Marshfield Village Store provides groceries and hunting gear. However, larger grocery stores like Shaw’s and the Hunger Mountain Co-op are 15 miles west in Montpelier. Central Vermont Medical Center is 17 miles southwest in Berlin.
Green Mountain Transit and access to Montpelier
Green Mountain Transit provides bus service to Marshfield, with the #84 route connecting the area to Montpelier and St. Johnsbury. U.S. Route 2 runs through the area and leads to Interstate 91 near St. Johnsbury to the east and Interstate 89 outside Montpelier to the west. Burlington International Airport is 55 miles west.
