Nestled in a picturesque, pastoral landscape, this classic farmstead is the perfect setting for your Vermont dream! The property includes a potential building lot across the road with apple & pear trees, and site work showing it could support a 5 bedroom home. Think guest house, family member moving next door- many possibilities! The centerpiece of the property is the 1890s farmhouse that has been meticulously cared for and updated, with a new roof in 2024, updated electric panel and most windows replaced. Weatherization was completed to the home after an energy audit in 2022- including increased basement and attic insulation. A reverse osmosis system was installed for drinking water, and a 10kw solar panel system was added that offsets the power to the property. Enter in through the welcoming, covered front porch entry and wood floors and trim take you throughout the light filled rooms. The country kitchen has a walk in pantry and plenty of storage, and opens up to a sitting area with a wood stove for cozy days. A previous porch was finished off to a large sunroom and mudroom with radiant heat and looks out to the attached deck and the view beyond. The large living room and formal dining room are nearby- along with a first floor laundry room and powder room. The second level has three bedrooms, an office and a full bath- the third floor could be a guest suite or bonus room with its own full bath. Several barns are on the property- one with 7 standing horse stalls, 2 box stalls and two open stalls. Attached to this barn is a former creamery. Amazing butter was created in this structure for 23 years, so 150 amp power, water and floor drains are in this space- consisting of three rooms used for this process. Currently the acreage is enrolled in the current use program to provide tax savings. If you are looking for a serene, country setting for your new home, complete with the land and barns to incorporate into your lifestyle- this might just be the place!
Active under contract
Listed by: IPJ Real Estate • Sarah Peluso
Price cut: $70K (7/31)
$699,000
194 Old Sawmill Road, Orwell, VT 05778
3beds
2,954sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
27 Acres Lot
$658,000 Zestimate®
$237/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 118 days
- 322
- 17
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sarah Peluso,
IPJ Real Estate Cell:802-349-8695
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5086597
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Pellet Stove, Baseboard, Radiant, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Domestic Water Heater, Water Heater off Boiler
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Pantry
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Insulated,Interior Stairs,Unfinished,Walkout,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,626
- Total interior livable area: 2,954 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,954
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Driveway, Barn
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Levels: 3
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch, Covered Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Garden, Natural Shade, Storage
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 870
Lot
- Size: 27 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Field/Pasture, Landscaped, Leased, Level, Open Lot, Sloped, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 45914510693
- Zoning description: Rural (RRL)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Shingle,Standing Seam
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 150 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Concrete, Holding Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Phone
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Whiting
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $237/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $525,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,385
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Road surface type: Dirt
Estimated market value
$658,000
$625,000 - $691,000
$3,861/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $699,000-9.1%$237/sqft |
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| 6/29/2026 | Price change | $769,000-3.3%$260/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Price change | $795,000-3.6%$269/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000+243.8%$279/sqft |
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| 6/10/1999 | Sold | $240,000$81/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $525,000 +40% |
| 2023 | -- | $375,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $375,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $375,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $375,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $375,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $375,000 |
| 2017 | -- | $375,000 +0.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $373,800 +10890.9% |
| 2015 | -- | $3,401 +0.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $3,398 +0.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $3,394 +0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $3,391 +0.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $3,386 +34.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,515 +0% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,514 |
| 2008 | -- | $2,514 +0.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,509 -0.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,513 |
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Neighborhood: 05778
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Orwell Village School
- Middle: Orwell Village School
- High: Fairhaven Union High School
- District: Slate Valley Unified School District
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




