Story Cottage – A Charming Vermont Retreat Nestled amidst rolling farm fields, Story Cottage is a beautifully designed 2-bedroom modern cottage offering the perfect balance of contemporary style and countryside tranquility. The open-concept layout features clean lines, eco-friendly cork flooring, and a cozy wood stove. The exterior walls are constructed with structural insulated panels (SIPs), providing excellent energy efficiency. Set on 2 private acres, the property includes two fenced areas—currently a vegetable garden and dog yard—as well as a chicken coop, wood storage shed, and shipping container for added storage. Enjoy breathtaking views of open meadows by day, and stunning Adirondack sunsets from the west-facing deck in the evening. Just minutes from Middlebury’s vibrant arts, dining, and shopping scene, and only a short drive to Lake Dunmore. Burlington is about an hour away. Story Cottage can be sold mostly furnished and has a proven track record as a successful short-term rental. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an investment property, this charming Vermont home offers both.
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Listed by:
Deborah Hillman,
BHHS Vermont Realty Group/Middlebury 802-388-9836
Bought with: IPJ Real Estate
$330,000
55 Story Drive, Salisbury, VT 05769
2beds
648sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2018
2 Acres Lot
$329,000 Zestimate®
$509/sqft
$1,904 Estimated rent
Home value
$329,000
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,904/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 17, 2025 at 08:31am
Listed by:
Deborah Hillman,
BHHS Vermont Realty Group/Middlebury 802-388-9836
Bought with:
Sarah Peluso
IPJ Real Estate
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5040773
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range Hood, Electric Range, Washer, Electric Water Heater, Owned Water Heater, Gas Dryer
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen/Living, Natural Light, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Cork
- Has basement: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 648
- Total interior livable area: 648 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 648
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Right-Of-Way (ROW)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, Laundry Access w/No Steps, No Stairs, 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Deck, Garden, Storage
- Fencing: Dog Fence
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 2 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Level, Views, Rural
Details
- Parcel number: 56117711028
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Modern Architecture
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Pier/Column
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Phone
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Salisbury
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2025 | Sold | $330,000-1.5%$509/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #5040773 | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Contingent | $335,000$517/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5040773 | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $335,000+20.1%$517/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5040773 | ||
| 3/1/2022 | Sold | $279,000$431/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4892118 | ||
| 1/6/2022 | Contingent | $279,000$431/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4892118 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $213,400 +37.6% |
| 2023 | -- | $155,100 |
| 2022 | -- | $155,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 05769
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Salisbury Community SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 6/10Middlebury Union Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.4 mi
- 9/10Middlebury Senior Uhsd #3Grades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Salisbury Community 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.
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