Timberland with Build Site
For Sale
$550,000
188 Rattlesnake Mountain Road, Townshend, VT 05353
Land, Townshend, VT
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size99.40 Acres
Days on Market113
Property Features for 188 Rattlesnake Mountain Road
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
res
Lot features
Near Snowmobile Trails, Country Setting, Hilly, Mountain View, Recreational, Secluded, Sloping, Timber, Trail/ Near Trail, View, Walking Trails, Wooded, Private
Standard status
Active
Lot size
99.40 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
2481
Listing Agency:
Michael England Real Estate
(802) 779-3655
Listed By:
Michael England
(802) 779-3655
Added: May 9
Changed: Aug 20
Last Checked: Aug 29 at 9:06AM
MLS# 5087936
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
For sale: nearly 100 acres of productive Vermont forestland with mature, well-stocked timber. The property was last harvested in 1999 and is supported by a professional Forest Management Plan prepared under the Family Forest Carbon Program (FFCP), with five management stands covering Northern Hardwood and Hemlock-Northern Hardwood forest types. Tree species include sugar maple, red maple, black birch, American beech, and eastern hemlock. A 5-acre parcel has been withheld from the carbon program to accommodate a residential build, and a 5-bedroom wastewater permit is pending.
The property borders Vermont Route 30, providing access for year-round recreation and outdoor use. It includes a driveway roughed in with culverts extending approximately half a mile into the property, and direct VAST trail access is noted for snowmobiling and year-round recreation. A 20-foot shipping container is on site for tools, equipment, or materials storage. The elevational range runs from 600 to 1,200 feet, offering views over Townshend Dam Lake and the West River Valley.
The lot is described as having no zoning restrictions in Townshend, which the listing notes provides flexibility for future use.
The property borders Vermont Route 30, providing access for year-round recreation and outdoor use. It includes a driveway roughed in with culverts extending approximately half a mile into the property, and direct VAST trail access is noted for snowmobiling and year-round recreation. A 20-foot shipping container is on site for tools, equipment, or materials storage. The elevational range runs from 600 to 1,200 feet, offering views over Townshend Dam Lake and the West River Valley.
The lot is described as having no zoning restrictions in Townshend, which the listing notes provides flexibility for future use.
Key Highlights
- Nearly 100 acres of productive Vermont forestland in Townshend, bordering Vermont Route 30
- Mature, well‑stocked forest with timber value building since 1999 harvest; last harvested in 1999
- Professional Forest Management Plan prepared under the Family Forest Carbon Program (FFCP) with 5 management stands
Property Analytics
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Paved road access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
3
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 05353, VT
1,128
Population
719
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
52
Median Age
51%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
36.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
31
Density / Sq Mi
$80,833
Median Household Income
$48,639
Median Earnings
$1,181
Median Rent
$257,900
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Recreation land - Nearly 100 acres of mature Vermont forestland with infrastructure in place, including a roughed-in driveway and a buildable house site.
Where is this recreation land located?
The property is located at 188 Rattlesnake Mountain Road Townshend, VT.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $550,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Nearly 100 acres of productive Vermont forestland in Townshend, bordering Vermont Route 30; Mature, well‑stocked forest with timber value building since 1999 harvest; last harvested in 1999; Professional Forest Management Plan prepared under the Family Forest Carbon Program (FFCP) with 5 management stands
