Steeped in History, this quintessential 131.7 acre farm with acreage along the Battenkill River has been operating since the 1800's. First time to the market, this exceptional offering features a 5 bedroom vintage farmhouse with an abundance of character, opportunity to preserve in the present & situated to capture long range views.-simply a lovely setting. Large gathering rooms, high ceilings, and windows that boast views from every room and beautiful center hall staircase to the second floor. Wood floors throughout. The acreage includes hay fields, Battenkill River frontage and pastures that are currently used for grazing. The farm buildings include dairy barn and large hay barn with easy access to the main house. Additionally a wood shed for wood storage, a Machine Building with shop for mechanical repair and seasonal work on tractors, an open high barn for the storage of round bales and tractors as well as a run in for the cows in the pasture. Rarely does a property with these qualities come onto the market. Make this your modern day homestead, enjoy the recreation made available to you through direct access onto the Battenkill River. Located in the Manchester Vermont School District, Burr and Burton Academy is just a few miles away. Perfectly situated to benefit from proximity to the Manchester Village and employment, medical and services in Bennington. Such an opportunity. Part of the property is enrolled in Land use for agriculture and forest management. Land & Views