Step into a piece of Vermont history in Dorset, where this unique 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,400 square feet of finished space on four peaceful acres. The home began as a historic barn before being carefully moved to its current site and transformed into a warm, character-filled residence that truly embodies classic Vermont vernacular style. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, exposed beams, and rich wood textures, along with two woodstoves that create cozy gathering spaces and add to the home's rustic charm. With ample room to spread out and a flexible layout, the home offers endless possibilities for living, entertaining, or retreating in comfort. The large parcel provides a peaceful, natural setting just moments from the Green Mountain National Forest and the East Dorset Trailhead, while still being convenient to local Southern Vermont amenities and the charm of a quintessential New England town. Offering privacy, character, and expansive spaces, this home is ready for its next chapter and is being sold as is. Bring your vision and tasteful modernizations to make it your own. A new septic tank adds valuable peace of mind, and the home is priced below town assessment, presenting a compelling opportunity.

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Tax Information

  • Tax Year2025

Parking

  • Parking Spaces
  • GarageNo
  • Parking DescriptionParking Spaces 6+

Rooms

  • Full Bath2

Basic Information

  • MLS Number5088838
  • MLS StatusComing Soon
  • StatusCMS
  • Property TypeSingle Family
  • List Price$689,000
  • Listing Agent NameErin McCormick
  • Broker NameKW Vermont

Location

  • Building Number848
  • StreetMad Tom Road
  • TownDorset
  • StateVT
  • Zip05253
  • CountyBennington
  • DistrictTaconic and Green Regional
  • Elementary SchoolThe Dorset School
  • Junior HighThe Dorset School
  • High SchoolBurr and Burton Academy
  • Flood Zone Y/NNo
  • Address848 Mad Tom Road

Building

  • Year Built1987
  • Building ConstructionMasonry, Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior
  • ConstructionExisting
  • Property StyleFarmhouse
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathroom3
  • Total Baths3
  • Half Bath1
  • Total Rooms8
  • Square Feet2,400
  • AG Sqft1200
  • APX Unfin Below Grade1200
  • BasementConcrete, Exterior Stairs, Unfinished, Basement Stairs
  • FoundationConcrete

Property

  • Acreage4
  • Lot DescriptionCountry Setting, Level, Open, Trail/Near Trail, Walking Trails, Wooded, Near Paths, Rural
  • AreaVT-Bennington
  • DrivewayGravel
  • RoadsGravel, Public, Public Maintained Road

Interior

  • Interior FeaturesCeiling Fan, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork
  • Room 1 TypeOther
  • Room 1 LevelBasement
  • Room 1 Dimensions26.9x22.5
  • FloorsCarpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Room 2 TypeOther
  • Room 2 LevelBasement
  • Room 2 Dimensions20.11x22.5
  • Room 3 TypeEat-in Kitchen
  • Room 3 Level1
  • Room 3 Dimensions17.9x17.1
  • Room 4 TypeLiving Room
  • Room 4 Level1
  • Room 4 Dimensions30.9x23.1
  • Room 5 TypeBathroom Half
  • Room 5 Level1
  • Room 5 Dimensions3.8x5.8
  • Stories2
  • Room 6 TypeFamily Room
  • Room 6 Level2
  • Room 6 Dimensions18.10x23.1
  • Room 7 TypeBedroom
  • Room 7 Level2
  • Room 7 Dimensions17.9x14.4
  • Room 8 TypeBedroom
  • Room 8 Level2
  • Room 8 Dimensions12.3x11.4
  • Room 9 TypeBedroom
  • Room 9 Level2
  • Room 9 Dimensions11.3x11.3
  • Room 10 TypeBathroom Full
  • Room 10 Level2
  • Room 10 Dimensions11.7x8.4
  • Room 11 TypeBathroom Full
  • Room 11 Level2
  • Room 11 Dimensions4.11x8.1
  • Room 12 TypeLoft
  • Room 12 Level3
  • Room 12 Dimensions15.3x23.1
  • Room 13 TypeLoft
  • Room 13 Level3
  • Room 13 Dimensions17.9x11.4

Exterior

  • Exterior FeaturesDeck, Porch
  • Exterior ColorGray
  • RoofStanding Seam

Utilities

  • Heat SystemOil, Forced Air, Hot Air, Wood Stove, Wood Furnace
  • WaterPublic
  • SewerPlastic, Private, Septic
  • ElectricCircuit Breaker(s)
  • UtilitiesCable

Amenities

  • AmenitiesSmoke Detector, Wood Stove
  • PricePerSqFt287.08

Water Body

  • Water AccessNo
  • Water ViewNo

Other

  • SeasonalNo
  • Page146
  • Date Listed05/14/2026

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Listed by Erin McCormick of KW Vermont (Cell: 802-989-2390)
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