5072 Vt 7a Route , Shaftsbury, VT 05262(Bennington County)

Spectacular Estate of Judge Nathan Bottum, Circa 1847 Greek Revival home & massive 3 story Post & Beam barn on 10+ acres of rolling pasture. This meticulously maintained property offers an income producing home retail shop and large Apt/Airbnb OR may creatively accommodate several additional bedrooms! Green pastures straddle the Clear Brook, feeding 2 ponds. Historically famed but without the restrictions, the handsome architecture is noted for a spacious circular floor plan: from the foyer north, a formal living room opens to a dining room, a swinging door welcomes you to an eat-in kitchen, laundry, and private south-facing screened porch w/deck surrounded by lilacs, hydrangea and apple trees with views of the Green Mt???s. Stunning wide plank floors flow thru the entire home. Off the family room; the south wing offers a 2nd westerly sitting porch, convenient office and a lovely large bedroom suite w/vintage marble sink. Stairs to a private second level bedroom w/beautiful stained glass. An abundance of storage is welcome throughout the house. The huge second floor is accessed from the private hall foyer, boasting wonderful sundrenched wide board floored 2 BR apt OR is easily converted to multiple bedrooms/nursery/offices. Downstairs, the large kitchen hosts a garage w/hallway to a handyman's dream workshop, 2 fabulous P&B attics including a studio/2nd office. Breathtaking mountain views w/ gardens. View creative virtual layouts/edits included w/video of all seasons attached