List Price: $579,000 | $232 per sq.ft. | 3 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom | 1.5 Story Single Family Home
Listed Monday Apr 27, 2026 | MLS# 5085559
856 Matteson Road Bennington VT
Listed by Faith Rhodes Maple Leaf Real Estate
Nestled on 5 private acres, this custom-built log home offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and refined comfort. Surrounded by beautifully curated gardens, mature apple trees, lilacs, maples, plum trees, oaks, and stone walls, the setting is both tranquil and picturesque--yet just minutes from town conveniences. There is even a targeting golf green! Inside, the home showcases a stunning great room anchored by an impressive floor-to-ceiling fireplace, with a loft above that overlooks the space and adds architectural interest. The thoughtfully designed layout includes three bedrooms, highlighted by an incredibly spacious primary suite featuring a walk-in closet and a luxurious en suite bath with soaking tub and double vanities. The main level also offers two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and convenient first-floor laundry. A bright breakfast nook provides the perfect spot to start your day, while the back deck overlooks the lush gardens, creating an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining or quiet relaxation. The inviting front sitting porch, complete with a charming fish pond, enhances the home's peaceful appeal. Additional features include an attached oversized two-car garage, a home office, large workshop and sweeping mountain views that complete this exceptional property. A rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, natural beauty, and timeless craftsmanship in one remarkable setting.
Total Rooms: 6
Total Baths: 2
Full Baths: 2
Total Bedrooms: 3
Great Room: Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Kitchen : Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Breakfast Nook : Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Bedroom : Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Bedroom : Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Laundry Room : Room Dimensions: Floor: 1
Primary BR Suite : Room Dimensions: Floor: 2
Loft : Room Dimensions: Floor: 2
Basement: Concrete Floor | Full | Partially Finished
Year Built: 1998
Type: Log Home | Log Exterior | Log Siding Exterior

Building Info
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3471
Above Grade Sq.Ft.: 2351
Below Grade Sq.Ft.: 150
Apx Below Grade Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 970

Exterior Info
Style: Log
Exterior Color log
Roof: Architectural Shingle

Utilities
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Water: Drilled Well | Private
Sewer: 1000 Gallon | Septic

Land Description:
Country Setting | Field/Pasture | Landscaped | Secluded | View | Mountain | Near Golf Course | Near Hospital
Lot size: 5.01 acres
Zoned: RR
Surveyed: Yes
Flood Zone: No
Seasonal: No
Road Frontage: 40
Driveway: Gravel



Docs Available : Deed
Taxes $8,007
Assesed Value Not Reported
Schools

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