257 Watrous Rd Rupert, VT 05768
Rupert AreaEstimated payment $1,881/month
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Mountain View
- Deck
- 2.98 Acre Lot
- Chalet
- Private Lot
About This Home
Charming Vermont Chalet on 3 Pastoral Acres Backing Up to Merck Forest!
Embrace the ultimate Vermont lifestyle with this versatile 1970s chalet on +/-3 pristine acres of open pasture and woods. Located on a quiet country road bordering the 3,000+ acre Merck Forest & Farmland Center, this property offers incredible privacy and direct outdoor access. Perfectly suited as a year-round home, ski getaway, or mini-farm, it features some recent updates, including a propane furnace and electric hot water heater (both under 10 years old). The home does need some TLC, including new windows and a new sliding glass door, providing a great opportunity to build equity.
Property Highlights:
3-Level Chalet Layout:
Ground Floor: Mudroom/utility entry, open-concept kitchen and dining family room area with patio access, and a full bath.
Main (2nd) Level: Light-filled living room with cathedral ceilings, wood stove, and deck access. Primary suite including a 3/4 bath plus a flexible space for an office or walk-in closet.
Third Level: Top-floor loft bedroom, ideal for guests or additional living space.
Land & Outbuildings:
3 Acres: Mix of pasture and woods, ideal for gardening or homesteading.
Detached 2-Car Garage: Ample room for vehicles, gear, or a workshop.
Livestock-Ready: Includes a run-in shed for horses, sheep, or goats.
Prime Location: 5-7 minutes to historic Dorset Village; 15–20 minutes to Manchester shopping, dining, and nearby ski resorts.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,490
Year Built
- Built in 1970
Lot Details
- 2.98 Acre Lot
- Private Lot
- Sloped Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned Rural Residential
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Chalet
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,128 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2.5 Levels
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Mud Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Utility Room
- Mountain Views
- Storm Windows
Flooring
- Softwood
- Slate Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Outbuilding
Schools
- Mettawee Community Elementary School
- Choice Middle School
- Choice High School
Farming
- Agricultural
- Pasture
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Propane
- Drilled Well
- Septic Tank
- Phone Available
Community Details
Overview
- Near Conservation Area
Recreation
- Trails
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2026 09/25/26 | For Sale | $279,500 | -- | $248 / Sq Ft |
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MLS Number: 5111601
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