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5055 Vt Route 7A

Shaftsbury, VT 05262
  • $1,500,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 131 Days
  • MLS #: 5013489
UPDATED: 98 min ago
$1,500,000
  • 5
    BEDS
  • 5
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 4,911
    SQFT
  • $305
    $/SQFT
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1850
County:
Area:

School Information

Elementary School:
School District:

Description

RARE Vermont Live & Work opportunity to become the third owner in nearly 50 years of the chocolate barn, a local landmark known for its commitment to high-quality ingredients and exceptional customer service. Fully turnkey with proven track records of success and growth provides fantastic opportunities for new ownership stepping in to continue the momentum. Strategically positioned along Historic Route 7a, the business attracts steady streams of locals and tourists year-round. Years of commitment results in premium products sold in-house retail and numerous high-profile wholesale accounts (restaurants, inns, country stores). Sale includes fully operational retail chocolate/ice-cream/gift shop. Known for high-quality offerings resulting in high-volume repeat customer base and strong online presence creating year-round steady cash flow. Opportunities to expand wholesale ice-cream sales, explore additional markets and/or increase offerings. Rare chance to acquire a successful, beloved business perfect for an entrepreneur looking to enter the food industry or expand current portfolio. Owner-provided training with purchase. An 1842 Greek Revival farmhouse located on the property is included. Stunning home beautifully updated with original architectural features. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity sits on +/- 5.0 acres of rolling lawns and old-growth sugar maples with quintessential panoramic views of The Green Mountains. NDA and buyer questionnaire required before showing.

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5055 Vt Route 7A Shaftsbury, VT 05262

  • Price: $1,500,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 131 Days
  • Updated: 98 min ago
  • MLS #: 5013489
5
Beds
2
Baths
0
½ Baths
5
Acres
4,911
SQFT
$305
$/SQFT
1850
Built
County:
Bennington
Area:
Shaftsbury
Elementary School:
Shaftsbury Elem. School
Middle School:
Mt. Anthony Union Middle Sch
High School:
Mt. Anthony Sr. Uhsd 14
School District:
Bennington/Rutland
Property Description
RARE Vermont Live & Work opportunity to become the third owner in nearly 50 years of the chocolate barn, a local landmark known for its commitment to high-quality ingredients and exceptional customer service. Fully turnkey with proven track records of success and growth provides fantastic opportunities for new ownership stepping in to continue the momentum. Strategically positioned along Historic Route 7a, the business attracts steady streams of locals and tourists year-round. Years of commitment results in premium products sold in-house retail and numerous high-profile wholesale accounts (restaurants, inns, country stores). Sale includes fully operational retail chocolate/ice-cream/gift shop. Known for high-quality offerings resulting in high-volume repeat customer base and strong online presence creating year-round steady cash flow. Opportunities to expand wholesale ice-cream sales, explore additional markets and/or increase offerings. Rare chance to acquire a successful, beloved business perfect for an entrepreneur looking to enter the food industry or expand current portfolio. Owner-provided training with purchase. An 1842 Greek Revival farmhouse located on the property is included. Stunning home beautifully updated with original architectural features. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity sits on +/- 5.0 acres of rolling lawns and old-growth sugar maples with quintessential panoramic views of The Green Mountains. NDA and buyer questionnaire required before showing.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style FarmhouseGreek RevivalHistoric Vintage Construction Materials Wood FrameClapboard ExteriorWood Siding Driveway Gravel Exterior Features BarnBuildingGarden SpaceOutbuildingPorch - CoveredWindow ScreensWindows - Storm Has Garage No Lot Features Country SettingLandscapedMajor Road FrontageMountain ViewOpenStreamViewWoodedNear ShoppingNear SkiingRural Owned Land Yes Parking DrivewayOn-SiteParking Spaces 11 - 20Unpaved Road Frontage Yes Road Frontage Length 300 Roof Slate Water Body Access YN No Water View YN No Waterfront Property No

Interior Features

Appliances DishwasherDryerFreezerMicrowaveRange - ElectricWasherStove - ElectricWater Heater - OwnedWater Heater Basement Access Type Walkout Basement Description Concrete FloorExterior AccessStairs - BasementStairs - ExteriorStairs - InteriorUnfinished Cooling Other Flooring CarpetCeramic TileWood Foundation ConcreteStone Has Basement Yes Heating OilWoodRadiatorSteamStove - Wood Interior Features Dining AreaDraperiesHearthNatural LightSecurityWood Stove InsertLaundry - Basement Quarter Baths 0 Rooms Level1 Level 1: Dining RoomLevel 1: Family RoomLevel 1: KitchenLevel 1: Living RoomLevel 1: Primary BedroomLevel 1: Office/StudyLevel 1: Porch Rooms Level2 Level 2: Bedroom Rooms Total 11 Sq Ft Approx Fin Above Grade 4911 Sq Ft Approx Fin Below Grade 0

Property Features

Auction No Construction Status Existing Covenants No Documents Available Certificate of ComplianceDeedSurveyTax MapTown Approvals Easements Unknown Electric 100 Amp Electric Company GMP Features Accessibility 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom1st Floor Bedroom Flood Zone No Foreclosed / Bank Owned / REO No Fuel Company West Oil Planned Urban Developmt No Pre Construction No Property Type Single Family Resort No Sale Includes BarnEquipmentLand/Building/BusinessOutbuilding Seasonal No Sewer 1500+ GallonLeach FieldLeach Field - ConventionlLeach Field - ExistingOn-Site Septic ExistsPrivate Span Number 573-180-10639 Suitable Use CommercialMixed UseResidential Surveyed Yes Tax Gross Amount 6264.2 Tax Year 2024 Taxes Tbd No Timeshare Fractional Own No Utilities Cable - At SiteTelephone At Site Water Source Drilled Well Zoning RR

Courtesy of Kristin Comeau of TPW Real Estate: .


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