Shelburne Vermont Real Estate
Facts
- Map - http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=shelburne+vermont&om=1
- Chittenden County Chartered: August 18, 1763 ( New Hampshire Grant)
- Area: 27,948 Acres = 43.67 Square Miles [ Size Rank: 80* ]
- Coordinates (Geographic Center): 73°14''W 44°23'N
- Altitude: 148 feet ASL
- Population (US Census, 2000): 6,944 [ Population Rank: 18* ]
- Population Density (persons per square mile): 159 [ Density Rank: 25* ]
History
Located on the shores of Lake Champlain in southwest Chittenden County (just a few minutes south of Burlington), Shelburne is a treasure trove for everyone from history buff to SCUBA diver.
The name was chosen to honor a celebrated nobleman and member of the British Parliament, William Fitzmaurice Petty, Second Earl of Shelburne. The town was to have been a little over 36 square miles in area, but a blunder on the part of the surveyors (probably due to a lack of sobriety) deprived the town of over fourteen square miles to its current size.
Shelburne's economy has been based on farming from the beginning. The clearing of land and the burning of trees brought a short-lived potash boom to the area during early settlement.
In the 19th Century, a gristmill, a sawmill, a carding and fulling mill and a blacksmith shop sprang up along the rushing LaPlatte River at Shelburne Falls. Sheep raising and fruit orchards became popular methods of farming, with some 17,740 fruit-bearing trees by 1880. After the War of 1812, lake commerce surged. The Champlain Transportation Company established a shipyard at Shelburne Harbor and launched the "General Green," the first of ten proud steamships to call Lake Champlain home between 1825 and 1905, the last two of which can still be found in New England. The "Mount Washington" (still in service on New Hampshire's Lake Winnepesaukee) and the "Ticonderoga", the landlocked centerpiece of the Shelburne Museum, having been brought up from the lake on a specially constructed rail bed.
Shelburne today supports a wide variety of businesses, from manufacturers and retailers to Vermont's largest retirement community, including some of the more popular Vermont attractions: the Vermont Teddy Bear Company, Shelburne Farms and the best historical museum in New England, the Shelburne Museum.
Shelburne Farms
The former estate of Dr. Seward Webb and his wife Lila (Vanderbilt). Built around the end of the nineteenth century on the shores of scenic Lake Champlain, this lavish estate features a 110-room summer "cottage," a five story barn with a two acre courtyard and the coach barn, which once served as home for the Webb's prized horses. Activities include hayrides and a walking trail. Tours available daily from Memorial Day through mid-October; closed holidays. Also to be experienced here are open-air theatrical productions and orchestral performances in summer and the Harvest Festival in Fall. Located on Harbor and Bay roads. 802-985-8686.
Shelburne Museum
A living museum of Vermont's rural and transportation heritage, the Shelburne is an active historical museum. Exhibits include full-scale lighthouse that once protected ships from running aground off Lake Champlain; the last vertical beam sidewheel steamboat intact in the US, the "Ticonderoga"; a round barn; a horseshoe-shaped barn; a railroad station with steam train static display of the last remaining Central Vermont Railway steam locomotive coupled to the last remaining Central Vermont Railway President's car; a one room schoolhouse; a Vermont general store; the only two-lane covered bridge with footpath in the state of Vermont; free parking and much more. Daily activities include demonstrations of skills such as printing, blacksmithing and weaving. Open daily late May to late October; limited hours for the rest of the year. Moderate admission. Located in the village. 802-985-3346.
Town Clerk: Colleen T. Haag, 802-985-5116, PO Box 88 Shelburne, VT 05482
Chittenden South Supervisory Union 802-383-1234
Schools
- Champlain Valley Union High School 802-482-7100
- Charlotte Central School 802-425-2771
- Gailer School
- Hinesburg Community School 802-482-2106
- Pine Ridge School
- Shelburne Community School 802-985-3331
- Williston School 802-979-5807
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559 Falls Road Shelburne
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Listing Price: $265,000
Very easy conversion back to single family use. Main floor has 5 brs, one used as laundry. Downstairs has two brs, 5 rooms total down including an office with separate entrance. Nice lot backs up to town park. Walk to village, on bus line. **Seller will pay up to 10,000 toward buyers allowable closing cost. MLS #: 4001963 [View Property] |
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201 Pheasant Hill Lane Shelburne
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Listing Price: $3,500,000
One of 7 properties in Pheasant Hill, a gated community bordering Shelburne Farms. The property includes 10+ acres with massive westerly Lake and Adirondack views, an early 20th century stone and shingle-style residence, a barn and 160 acres of mostly-conserved, common land with 2,750 ft. of Lake Champlain frontage, 3 beaches, a trout pond, black walnut grow and access to Shelburne Farms. A rare opportunity. MLS #: 4008028 [View Property] |
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120 Peeper Pond Ln Shelburne
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Listing Price: $325,000
Upgrades since '05 are wood floors in dining room, living room, hallway and master bedroom. Many new Anderson windows on first floor. Very open and bright and cheery house in bucolic setting with woods and borders Laplatte River. Private gun range nearby. New sealed combustion propane fired Buderus boiler model number GA124/23 boiler installed June 22, 2010. See attachments for Feature Sheet. MLS #: 3075985 [View Property] |
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120 Point View Rd Shelburne
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Listing Price: $998,000
New Craftman style contemporary with dramatic Lake views. Large open, top of the line kitchen with breakfast area overlooking the Lake. Open living spaces, bright sunny home with impressive workmanship. Media room, exercise/game room. Attention to details throughout. MLS #: 3075634 [View Property] |
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206 General Greene Rd Shelburne
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Listing Price: $1,100,000
Breathtaking views. 179 feet of Lake Champlain waterfront on Shelburne Point. Beautiful lot, four moorings. Presently 3 units. Potential to be an amazing historical family home. MLS #: 3107846 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $2,499,000
Point Bluff is perfectly positioned on four acres with 283' lake frontage on Shelburne Point with mooring. The house has undergone a dramatic renovation over the past year, over 5300 square feet of luxurious living space all completed with exceptional upgrades and design for today¿s lifestyle. The home is located at the end of a long private drive with mature apple and pear trees, extensive stone walls, terraces, pool, tennis court,outdoor kitchen. Amazing sunsets over the Adirondack Mountains. MLS #: 3104665 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $249,900
Huge and fantastic living space, perfect for entertaining! Wide open floor plan surrounding a beautiful brick center fireplace with woodstove insert. Large kitchen and breakfast nook with hardwood, formal dining area, and a splendid 3 season porch overlooking the sprawling back yard. Lower level offers a large family room, second fireplace and woodstove insert, huge laundry room/den, 19¿x11.5¿ workshop, and more! MLS #: 3108534 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $675,000
Custom Built home on private spacious lot with mountain views. First floor master. Suite above garage with 3/4 bath. Large Barn with second floor apartment with custom cabinets currently rented, approx. 900square feet. MLS #: 4002024 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $1,300,000
In the heart of Shelburne Village, 25 acres of prime land along the LaPlatte River and 770' of US 7 frontage, with excellent potential for development. Historic 1800's era home, previously a B&B; 3520 SF of character and charm. Four+ bedrooms and 3 baths. Adjacent 930 SF barn is currently an Antique Shop. MLS #: 4001492 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $439,000
Center-hall colonial on quiet dead-end cul-de-sac street in Davis Park, walking distance to Shelburne & Waldorf schools. Hardwood floors, new kitchen with cordovan maple cabinets, granite countertops, stainless gas range. High efficiency natural gas furnace. In-ground pool (which seller will remove/fill before closing if buyer wishes), fenced yard with mature shrubbery for privacy. Neighborhood surrounded by woods and farmland with many trails for hiking, biking, X-C skiing. Short walk to Shelburne Village and Shelburne Farms. Great home in a wonderful neighborhood. MLS #: 3107440 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $605,000
Outstanding location! Views over Camel¿s Hump, Mount Mansfield in addition to long valley views to the South. Possible Adirondack views to the rear. Farmhouse style cape is loaded w/Vermont country charm & metal porch roof. Family flr plan with large foyer off the farmer¿s porch. Oversized GR off the kitchen access the rear deck & afternoon sun. Open kitchen & breakfast nook & 1st floor den. Upper level includes a vaulted master suite w/2 bdrms. Oversized 2 car garage. Unfinished bdrm & bonus rm MLS #: 3069063 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $1,695,000
This distinctive 3.77¿ acre level Lake Champlain property is located on desirable Shelburne Point in Shelburne, Vermont. Over 400 ft of lakeshore including an attractive beach with gradual lake access and easterly views of the Grn Mtns, it is indeed a rare find. The recently constructed 5000+ sq.ft. residence is ready for a custom interior finish. Generous rooms with a bright and light open floor plan and radiant heat. MLS #: 3107555 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $1,151,500
Located in sought-after Ridgefield development. Built in 2002, this home was a builder's personal residence and first class finishing is evident throughout. Privately nestled toward the rear of the acreage, lovely shade trees at the stone entryway promote a stately appearance. Extensive landscaping and stonework, porches, decks & hot tub hookup. Central air, 3-car garage, two stairways lead to the 2nd level with 3 suites and one with loft for an au pair or in-laws. MLS #: 3108466 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $399,900
You'll love the spacious and open floor plan and custom features in this custom-designed Cape plan or have Shover Construction price up your own plans. Price includes allowances for hardwood and tile flooring, a gas fireplace, jetted tub in the master suite and so much more! An amazing home on a beautiful lot where you can walk to all that Shelburne Village has to offer. MLS #: 3106131 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $1,233,760
Beautiful home with over 5,700 SF of finished living space. Extensive upgrades throughout. Home theater in lower level. Custom kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances. Four season sunroom. Beautifully landscaped on 2.3 acres with spectacular lake and mountain views. MLS #: 3074694 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $648,900
The drive down Harbor Road will take you away from it all! Beach access, mooring rights and tennis courts for your use. Subtle on the outside, delightful contemporary on the inside. Cathedral ceilinged living room with a wood burning fireplace surrounded by windows. Private backyard with gardens and tiered decks and patio for entertaining! Separate entry to the in-law apartment! MLS #: 3073561 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $538,000
MLS #: 3105840 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $419,900
To be built: A beautiful 3-bedroom contemp Colonial on a beautiful wooded .7acre lot backing up to Kwiniaska Golf Course. First floor: large living room, kitchen, office/den, and westerly facing sunroom with gas fireplace. Second floor: large Master BR with huge walk-in closet and master bath, two additional bedrooms. Full basement, attached 2-car garage. This home is only minutes from Burlington, and is in a very desirable Shelburne neighborhood. Buy now and choose you own colors and amenities! MLS #: 3106113 [View Property] |
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Listing Price: $999,000
This is a beautiful home or business or both and the centerpiece of the Village of Shelburne. Built by a prosperous merchant in 1886. It is a handsome Queen Anne Victorian and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Presently it is operated as a sucessfull B&B. The business can be continued or this property can become a magnificent family home once again. It is located in the cultural center 15 minutes from the Airport, City of Burlington and the University of Vermont. MLS #: 3103909 [View Property] |




















