All offers due in writing by May 26th at 6pm. There is a certain kind of Vermont home that does not need to be large to feel memorable—and 3589 Morse Hill Road is exactly that kind of place. Set within a Dorset valley, framed by the surrounding mountains, this charming residence carries the quiet romance of a cottage-like retreat while offering the comfort and practicality of a home that is easy to live in. Modest in scale but rich in feeling, the property is bordered by a varied mix of flowering shrubs, mature trees, and evergreens that create a natural sense of privacy and enclosure. The setting feels tucked away without feeling removed, with a darling farmstand just across the road adding the kind of simple, old-Vermont charm that makes the location feel immediately grounded in place. Inside, the home offers warmth, texture, and ease. Wide-plank wood floors, natural light, and a wood stove give the main living spaces an inviting, grounded quality, while the loft adds architectural interest, flexibility, and a touch of storybook charm. Its manageable footprint is part of the appeal: low-maintenance, approachable, and well-suited for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, ski-area base, or Vermont escape that a future owner can thoughtfully refine over time. Minutes from Manchester, close to golf, skiing, Dorset village life, and the enduring beauty of the surrounding mountains, this is not a home trying to impress through excess. Its appeal is quieter and more lasting: charm, simplicity, setting, and soul. At this price point in the Dorset market, opportunities with this much character and livability are increasingly rare.
Pending
Listed by: Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
$359,000
3589 Morse Hill Road, Dorset, VT 05251
2beds
1,171sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.4 Acres Lot
$360,600 Zestimate®
$307/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood stoveWide-plank wood floorsCharming residenceNatural light
- 21 days |
- 818 |
- 140 |
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Listed by:
Hayleyanne Van Der Kar,
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty 802-362-4551
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5090408
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dining Area, Hearth, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Living, Living/Dining, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Concrete,Concrete Floor,Interior Entry
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: 1 Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,067
- Total interior livable area: 1,171 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,171
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Laundry Access w/No Steps, Access to Restroom(s), Hard Surface Flooring, One-Level Home, 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Stories: 1.25
- Exterior features: Garden, Natural Shade, Other, Storage
- Fencing: Dog Fence,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level, Neighbor Business, Other, Views, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Near School(s)
Details
- Parcel number: 18005711148
- Zoning description: Rural Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Exterior, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available, Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Battery Smoke Detector
Location
- Region: Dorset
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $307/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $111,020
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$360,600
$343,000 - $379,000
$2,629/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Pending sale | $359,000$307/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #5090408 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $359,000+43.9%$307/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5090408 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2022 | Sold | $249,500-12.5%$213/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4914752 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2022 | Price change | $285,000-4.7%$243/sqft |
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| 6/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $299,000$255/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4914752 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $111,000 0% |
| 2018 | -- | $111,020 |
| 2017 | -- | $111,020 +0% |
| 2016 | -- | $111,000 +9900% |
| 2015 | -- | $1,110 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,110 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,110 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,110 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,110 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,110 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,110 |
| 2008 | -- | $1,110 |
| 2007 | -- | $1,110 |
| 2006 | -- | $1,110 +13.3% |
| 2003 | $1,333 | $980 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 05251
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Dorset Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- NABurr & Burton AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: The Dorset School
- High: Burr and Burton Academy
- District: Bennington/Rutland
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 3589 Morse Hill Road
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