Old Maple Sugar Shack Converted into Idyllic 10-acre Vermont Retreat Hits the Market for $900K
The good life takes on new meaning at a newly listed 10-acre property in Vermont—where an abandoned maple sugar shack has been given new life as a stunning family home.
The compound in Andover, VT, was originally designed to serve as a home for a family-owned maple sugar business, but has been converted into a stunning three-bedroom residence with a guest yurt.
When the sellers bought the property ten years ago, it was a vacant lot. However, they were able to see the potential of the package again its amazing natural resources.
Since taking ownership in 2015, they have carved out the land to create a mountain retreat for both people and wildlife alike, provide views that “nourish the soul” and preserve a forest with natural feeding grounds to feed the local deer and turkeys.
Built in 2016, the custom yurt provided a home base for the owners as they developed their vision.
“The interior renovation work on the mansion was completed in 2024,” the listing agent saidCheyanne Puglieseof The Haven Group.
Built in 2018, the main building on the property was used as a family-run sugar house for five years before being converted into a single-family residence.
But hosting and sharing knowledge has always been part of the homestead, originally used as a gathering place for friends and family to celebrate the transition from winter to spring as they shared the time-consuming task of turning milk into syrup.
“There’s something magical about a Vermont sugar shack,” Pugliese said. “It’s hot, it smells good; and the people have an energy about them—the joy of spring that comes after a long winter.”
The family’s maple syrup was even used to make the first batches of Colorado’s Grizzly Bear bourbon.
“You feel like you’re on top of the world in this place,” he said. “You can see all the way down to the valley, and there are great views from every room in the house.”
Surrounded by meadows and open fields, the newly reimagined post-and-beam residence is designed to combine “rustic charm with modern comfort.”
Found throughout the 1,470-square-foot interior are oversized windows, wood ceilings, and exposed beams. The chef’s kitchen features stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and an oversized breakfast bar.
“A home is defined by light, comfort, and efficiency considered,” says Pugliese. “It was built in a very forward-looking way.”
In the main house, both bedrooms are full of light and purposely designed. The first floor faces east, welcomes the morning sun, and has a private sauna and a modern bathroom with a vanity sink and a glass shower.
The other bedroom has four built-in beds and includes a sugar house ventilation unit at the front, now with a window frame.
Outside, there is a 25-meter, spring-fed pool that can be stocked with fish.
“The pool and the pool house are another big part of the property,” notes Pugliese. “It’s a gathering place for family and friends in the summer months. This is a home for all seasons. Andover is great for its proximity to skiing. It’s close to Okemo, Magic, Stratton Mountain, and Bromley. Mount Snow is a quick drive away, and you can get to Killington and Pico within an hour.
“The home is in the heart of ski country. You can also snowmobile directly from the property and jump into the VAST trail network, which is a statewide program.”
Currently used as guest accommodation, the one-bedroom yurt can be converted into a home office, art studio, or yoga/meditation space. There’s also a deck, so the next buyer can also enjoy outdoor yoga.
Since the city of Andover does not have a temporary rental ordinance, the yurt may be used for additional income.
“The next owner is going to be someone who wants to intentionally change the pace they live in, take it out, and go into Vermont mode,” Pugliese said. “It’s a really wonderful new home for someone to walk into and enjoy.”
