Welcome to 2 Cold Spring Road a cherished homestead steeped in history, beauty, and Vermont tradition. This 1785 Center Hall Colonial has been in the same family for generations and is now ready for its next chapter. With five spacious bedrooms, two full baths, and a classic layout that captures the warmth of country living, this property offers timeless charm with endless potential. Set on 50 breathtaking acres, the land features rolling pastures, wooded trails perfect for horseback riding, biking, or running, and your very own spring fed pond. Whether you're enjoying a summer day by the water or a snowy winter evening under a starlit sky free from light pollution, this property offers the true essence of all four Vermont seasons. A three-bay garage, three-stall horse barn, tool shed/workshop, chicken coops, and a natural root cellar provide everything you need for a self sustained, rural lifestyle. This is more than a home its a rare opportunity to own a piece of Vermont's history. Property likes this don't come along often, and it must be seen to be fully appreciated. Come experience the beauty, serenity, and potential of 2 Cold Spring Road. Welcome to the 802!
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Listed by: Mahar McCarthy Real Estate
$725,000
2 Cold Spring Road, Shaftsbury, VT 05257
4beds
2,424sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1785
50.6 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$299/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Three-stall horse barnChicken coopsThree-bay garageRolling pasturesFive spacious bedroomsSpring fed pondNatural root cellar
- 80 days |
- 798 |
- 61 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brooke L Thomson Drew,
Mahar McCarthy Real Estate 802-442-8337
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5051869
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Oil, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Hardwood, Slate/Stone, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank
- Basement: Bulkhead,Basement Stairs,Interior Entry
- Attic: Walk-up
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,396
- Total interior livable area: 2,424 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,424
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Dirt, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Natural Shade, Shed, Poultry Coop
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Pond, Stream
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 200
Lot
- Size: 50.6 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Conserved Land, Country Setting, Deed Restricted, Farm, Horse/Animal Farm, Field/Pasture, Hilly, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Trail/Near Trail, Walking Trails, Wooded, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Stable(s)
- Parcel number: 57318011677
- Zoning description: Rural Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Fieldstone, Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1785
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable, Fiber Optic Internt Avail
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: North Bennington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $299/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $478,800
- Annual tax amount: $9,311
- Date on market: 3/10/2026
- Road surface type: Dirt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,522/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000$299/sqft |
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| 2/1/2026 | Listing removed | $725,000$299/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Price change | $725,000-14.7%$299/sqft |
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| 8/29/2025 | Price change | $850,000-5%$351/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $895,000$369/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $478,800 |
| 2023 | -- | $478,800 |
| 2022 | -- | $478,800 |
| 2021 | -- | $478,800 |
| 2020 | -- | $478,800 |
| 2019 | -- | $478,800 |
| 2018 | -- | $478,800 |
| 2017 | -- | $478,800 |
| 2016 | -- | $478,800 +9900% |
| 2015 | -- | $4,788 |
| 2014 | -- | $4,788 |
| 2013 | -- | $4,788 |
| 2012 | -- | $4,788 |
| 2011 | -- | $4,788 |
| 2010 | -- | $4,788 +108.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,295 |
| 2008 | -- | $2,295 |
| 2007 | -- | $2,295 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 05257
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Shaftsbury Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2 mi
- 3/10Mt. Anthony Union Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.4 mi
- 5/10Mt. Anthony Senior Uhsd #14Grades: 9-12Distance: 5.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Shaftsbury Elem. School
- Middle: Mt. Anthony Union Middle Sch
- High: Mt. Anthony Sr. UHSD 14
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Vermont
- Bennington County
- Shaftsbury
- 05257
- 2 Cold Spring Road




