“HIGHLAND GLEN” – Rarely does a property capture the essence of Vermont as beautifully as Highland Glen. Set on twelve picturesque acres in the charming town of Barnard, this extraordinary estate blends timeless New England character with exceptional comfort, privacy, and recreation. Arrive by the iconic red barn and discover stunning gardens, apple orchard, meandering stone walls, flowing streams, trout-stocked ponds and fountains. Entertain outdoors with the state-of-the-art kitchen, expansive decks, and swim spa overlooking the grounds. Inside, Highland Glen is equally captivating. The heart of the home is a remarkable chef’s kitchen featuring an AGA range with four ovens and two hot tops, a La Cornue range, two refrigerators, under-counter refrigeration, two dishwashers, a large walk-in pantry, and a breakfast area beside a wood-burning fireplace. Multiple gathering spaces include a cozy sitting room, formal dining room with fireplace and butler’s pantry, a magnificent 4-season lodge room with soaring river rock fireplace, and an upstairs Tavern with vaulted ceilings, full bar, commercial ice maker, and fireplace. The 1st floor primary suite enjoys tranquil pond and woodland views, an oversized bath, and a custom walk-in closet. Additional guest bedrooms, recreation and media rooms, billiards area, office, sauna, wine cellar with tasting room, and secondary kitchenette provide abundant space for entertaining family and friends. Beyond the main residence, the barn serves beautifully for vintage car storage, workshops, or events. A charming exercise chalet and a greenhouse complete the estate. Modern conveniences and excellent mechanical systems throughout. Walk to the Barnard General Store, Barnard Inn, and Silver Lake for kayaking or ice fishing. Woodstock, S-6 and Killington are an easy drive. SEE PROPERTY-SPECIFIC WEBSITE FOR MORE.
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Listed by: Snyder Donegan Real Estate Group
$3,749,000
5685 VT Route 12, Barnard, VT 05031
5beds
8,122sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2007
12 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$462/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Snyder,
Snyder Donegan Real Estate Group Cell:802-280-5406
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5089848
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned
Cooling
- Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry, In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Sauna, Walk-in Pantry
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Climate Controlled,Daylight,Finished,Insulated,Interior Stairs,Walkout,Interior Access,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Wood Stove Hook-up
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,422
- Total interior livable area: 8,122 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,613
- Finished area below ground: 2,509
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Auto Open, Driveway, Garage, Parking Spaces 1 - 10
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 2.5
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Covered Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Garden, Natural Shade
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath, Heated
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Pond, Stream
- Body of water: Barnard Brook
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 320
Lot
- Size: 12 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Hilly, Landscaped, Level, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Timber, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Greenhouse
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Standby Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Below Frost Line, Concrete
- Roof: Wood Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Generator Ready
- Sewer: 1500+ Gallon, Concrete, Mound Septic, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Propane, Telephone at Site, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Barnard
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $462/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $46,808
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,749,000-5%$462/sqft |
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| 3/1/2026 | Listing removed | $3,945,000$486/sqft |
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| 12/6/2025 | Price change | $3,945,000-12.1%$486/sqft |
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| 5/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,490,000$553/sqft |
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Public tax history
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 05031
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NABarnard AcademyGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Woodstock Senior Uhsd #4Grades: 7-12Distance: 8.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Barnard Academy
- Middle: Woodstock Union Middle Sch
- High: Woodstock Senior UHSD #4
- District: Windsor Central
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- Vermont
- Windsor County
- Barnard
- 05031
- 5685 VT Route 12




