34 South Main Street, Danby, VT 05739

$1,250,000 Asking Price

3 beds
3 baths
5,656  sqft
Built in 1860

Seeking a living piece of history to call home, but lacking the time or patience for updates? This is the ideal place for you. Originally constructed in 1860 by Silas Griffith, Vermont's inaugural millionaire, the residence earned the title of the "skyscraper of Southern Vermont" during the Civil War era. Subsequently owned by Perl S. Buck, a Nobel and Pulitzer Prize winner, she operated the "Maple Skillet Eatery" on the first floor. In 2017, the prior owners undertook a comprehensive renovation, including new insulation, structural enhancements, plumbing and electrical upgrades, a new roof, windows, and modern amenities like heat pumps, central AC, solar, and smart thermostats. Recent owners renovated the kitchen, adding an expansive island and all new appliances. The heart of the home resides on the second floor, featuring an open-plan kitchen/living/dining area with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and oversized windows providing panoramic easterly mountain views from two elevated decks. Additionally, there's an attached 2-car garage and front retail space. Despite its central town location, the property sprawls over 8.24 serene acres with access to an idyllic swimming hole. Included in this package is a separate 600 sq ft guest cottage (MLS #4983599). Total price for both 1,250,000-#34 at 995,000 and #36 at 255,000. All measurements are approximate.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Ceiling Fan,Dining Area,Fireplace - Gas,Fireplaces - 2,Kitchen Island,Kitchen/Dining,Kitchen/Family,Lead/Stain Glass,Primary BR w/ BA,Walk-in Pantry,Window Treatment,Smart Thermostat
Appliances:
Dishwasher - Energy Star,Dryer - Energy Star,Range Hood,Microwave,Range - Gas,Refrigerator-Energy Star,Washer - Energy Star,Water Heater - Domestic,Water Heater - Electric,Water Heater - Owned
Basement:
Concrete Floor,Interior Access
Flooring:
Hardwood
A/C:
Central AC
Heating:
Baseboard,Heat Pump,Hot Air,Multi Zone,Passive Solar,Stove - Pellet, Gas - LP/Bottle,Solar

Exterior

General:
Deck,Garden Space,Windows - Double Pane
Parking:
Direct Entry,Heated Garage,Driveway,Garage,Attached

Construction

Roofing:
Other,Shingle - Asphalt
General:
3, Stone

Location

Road/Access:
Paved,Public
HOA Amenities:
100.0, Yearly
School District:
Bennington/Rutland
County:
VT-Rutland

Lot

Driveway:
Common/Shared,Paved
Zoning:
multi
Restrictions:
None

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable
Sewer:
Community

This listing courtesy of:
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Katherine Zilkha

About Danby, VT

Housing

Number of Units
587
Median Home Value
$231,398
Median Rent
$685

20.20% of housing units are renter occupied.

24.92% are vacant.

Commute

Car
88.65%
Public Transportation
0.68%
Walk to Work
3.97%
Work from Home
6.18%
Other
0.51%

The median travel time to work is 32 minutes.

People

Population
1,069
Median Age
48.00
Median Household Size
2.52

Education

High School
39.29%
Associate’s Degree
8.72%
Bachelor’s Degree
14.98%
Graduate Degree
13.92%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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