142 Minister Hill RoadWheelock, VT 05851Price: $499,900

Set well back from the road on 80 beautiful acres, this ruggedly built 2021 log home offers the privacy, character, views, and lifestyle that so many buyers seek in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. The property features gorgeous mountain views, approximately 30% open land with the balance wooded, and extensive frontage along the South Wheelock Branch stream, creating a setting that feels peaceful, private, and connected to nature. With access from both Minister Hill Road and South Wheelock Road, the land offers excellent versatility for recreation, farming, homesteading, or future use. Inside, the simple home features an open concept kitchen, dining, and living area designed for comfortable everyday living and gathering with family and friends. The main level also includes a practical entryway and a 3/4 bath, while two separate stairways lead to loft spaces that provide flexible sleeping, office, or recreation areas. A covered porch wraps all four sides of the home, offering outstanding outdoor living space to relax and take in the surrounding scenery. Heating is supplied by either a high-efficiency propane boiler or an outdoor wood boiler, both feeding radiant in-floor heat for year-round comfort and efficiency. A detached 24' X 40' garage/shop offers excellent storage and workspace, complete with a mechanic's lift and built-in cooler room, while the chicken coop helps round out the property's homesteading appeal. Whether you are looking for a primary residence, recreational getaway, or homestead property, this one checks a lot of boxes. Fish in the brook, watch wildlife in the fields, hike your own woods, raise animals, or grow your own food. Conveniently located within reach of Burke Mountain, Kingdom Trails, and the region's renowned VAST and VASA trail systems, this is an exceptional value in the Northeast Kingdom.