This historic Federalist-style home was built in 1828 as a private residence for the family of Daniel Chipman, a Charter Trustee of Middlebury College, lawyer, and U.S. Representative from Vermont. It was not until the 1970's that the home was converted to an inn, and its current owners have operated the house as a bed-and-breakfast. The house could easily be used either as a private residence or B&B. With 5,258 square feet this home includes 11 bedrooms and bathrooms, two expansive living rooms, modern kitchen, wet bar, and dining room (seats 28) complete with a historic Rumford fireplace and beehive stove. It is ideally suited for either a large family or enterprising entrepreneurs wanting a historic B&B in a fabulous location. Only minutes from the Middlebury College Breadloaf campus, hiking trails in the Breadloaf Wilderness, and skiing at Rikert Ski Touring Center and the Snowbowl - opportunities for outdoor activities are abundant. Having both historic and modern features, this home offers its future owners the best of both worlds. Presently, the owners occupy five of the eleven bedrooms, and six are used as short-term rentals. With amenities such as a separate private suite with its own entrance, zoning allowing for both residential and commercial use, a modern timber frame barn with loft, and 5.9 acres of land with many mature maple trees, all in a superb location, this one-of-a-kind gem provides its next stewards with endless opportunities.
Active under contract
Listed by:
Irene Poole,
Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman Off:802-863-1500
$950,000
1233 Route 125, Ripton, VT 05766
11beds
5,258sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1828
5.9 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$181/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic rumford fireplaceWet barSeparate private suiteMature maple treesBeehive stoveModern kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 01, 2025 at 06:51am
Listed by:
Irene Poole,
Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman Off:802-863-1500
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5032042
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 11
- Bathrooms: 11
- Full bathrooms: 10
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Radiator, Mini Split
Cooling
- Mini Split
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Mini Fridge, Gas Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Oil Water Heater, Wine Cooler, Exhaust Fan, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bar, Dining Area, Hearth, In-Law Suite, Enrgy Rtd Lite Fixture(s), Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Indoor Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-in Pantry, Wet Bar, Programmable Thermostat, Smart Thermostat
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Softwood, Tile, Vinyl Plank
- Windows: Drapes, Window Treatments, Screens, Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Dirt,Partial,Interior Stairs,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, 2 Fireplaces
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,914
- Total interior livable area: 5,258 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,258
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Gravel, Parking Spaces 6+
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Handicap Modified
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Natural Shade, Storage
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 672
Lot
- Size: 5.9 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Recreational, Trail/Near Trail, Walking Trails, Wooded, In Town, Mountain, Near Skiing, Neighborhood, Near School(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Zoning description: NBHD
- Other equipment: Standby Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Post and Beam, Timber Frame, Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle,Standing Seam
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1828
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: 1500+ Gallon, Concrete, Leach Field, Pumping Station, Septic Design Available, Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), HW/Batt Smoke Detector
Location
- Region: Ripton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $181/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $12,351
- Date on market: 3/13/2025
- Exclusions: Some of the owner's suite furnishings are not included in the sale.
- Road surface type: Paved
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Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000$181/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Contingent | $950,000$181/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Price change | $950,000-20.8%$181/sqft |
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| 3/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+26.4%$228/sqft |
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| 6/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: PrimeMLS #4881064 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$6,252/mo
Principal & interest
$4581
Property taxes
$1338
Home insurance
$333
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 05766
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NARipton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Middlebury Union Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.9 mi
- 9/10Middlebury Senior Uhsd #3Grades: 9-12Distance: 6.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ripton Elementary School
- Middle: Middlebury Union Middle #3
- High: Middlebury Senior UHSD #3
- District: Addison Central
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
