Charming Vermont Chalet on 3 Pastoral Acres Backing Up to Merck Forest! Embrace the ultimate Vermont lifestyle with this versatile 1970s chalet on +/-3 pristine acres of open pasture and woods. Located on a quiet country road bordering the 3,000+ acre Merck Forest & Farmland Center, this property offers incredible privacy and direct outdoor access. Perfectly suited as a year-round home, ski getaway, or mini-farm, it features some recent updates, including a propane furnace and electric hot water heater (both under 10 years old). The home does need some TLC, including new windows and a new sliding glass door, providing a great opportunity to build equity. Property Highlights: 3-Level Chalet Layout: Ground Floor: Mudroom/utility entry, open-concept kitchen and dining family room area with patio access, and a full bath. Main (2nd) Level: Light-filled living room with cathedral ceilings, wood stove, and deck access. Primary suite including a 3/4 bath plus a flexible space for an office or walk-in closet. Third Level: Top-floor loft bedroom, ideal for guests or additional living space. Land & Outbuildings: 3 Acres: Mix of pasture and woods, ideal for gardening or homesteading. Detached 2-Car Garage: Ample room for vehicles, gear, or a workshop. Livestock-Ready: Includes a run-in shed for horses, sheep, or goats. Prime Location: 5-7 minutes to historic Dorset Village; 15–20 minutes to Manchester shopping, dining, and nearby ski resorts.
Rupert is located in Vermont. Rupert, Vermont 05768has a population of 685. Rupert 05768 is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 66.67% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 22.94%.
The median household income in Rupert, Vermont 05768 is $61,471. The median household income for the surrounding county is $63,448 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Rupert 05768 is 50.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 8.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 48.2 inches per year, with 93.7 inches of snow per year.
