26 Spear Street Charlotte, VT 05445

This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath renovated farmhouse sits on a lovely 2-acre lot. Located on the Charlotte-Shelburne line, students may apply to attend schools in either town. The entry porches are beautifully landscaped with mature gardens that blossom from spring till fall. The sweeping backyard extends from a large deck. The yard is enclosed with fencing to create a secure play space for children and pets. An outbuilding provides shelter for vehicles and storage for gardening and outdoor equipment. Each living space features an array of built-in cabinets, bookshelves, nooks and cubbies. The spacious living room has a beamed ceiling, bamboo flooring, and a wood-burning fireplace. A pellet stove offers a supplemental heat source. The updated kitchen includes custom cabinetry, butcher block countertops, and a convection cooktop. The adjoining dining area leads to a secluded outside deck with a retractable awning and an area for grilling. The first floor also offers a home office/den with built-in desks and a second dining or parlor area. On the second floor, the master bedroom suite with tiled bathroom features more custom-designed cabinetry and a built-in dresser with a bank of oversized drawers. The two additional bedrooms are served by a separate tiled bathroom. This unique home, which dates from the mid-19th century, is five minutes from Shelburne Village and within 20 minutes of UVM, the airport, and downtown Burlington. Its a great value and a must-see.