Incredible Legacy Property. This extraordinary estate blends timeless elegance with modern comfort. The first floor features a welcoming den, gourmet eat in kitchen with DCS range, stainless appliances, sub- zero refrigerator and wet bar. A dining room, gracious living room, office, and butler’s panty with fridge and ice maker make entertaining effortless. Five fireplaces, custom-built-ins, wood floors and beautifully tiled baths create a warm refined atmosphere. Upstairs the primary suite offers a fireplace and luxurious bath. An additional en-suite bedroom and three more bedrooms, laundry room, and two full baths provide plenty of space for family and guests. Dual staircases, tiled entry, and both front and back foyers highlight the home’s thoughtful design. The grounds are equally impressive with a covered front porch that overlooks the sprawling south facing lawn with winter views of haystack. A serene screened veranda, back deck and stone patio with fire pit invite outdoor gatherings. An oversized-attached two car garage, whimsical children’s playhouse and an incredible post and beam barn with full lower level perfect for all your recreational vehicles complete the offering. Exquisite gardens, stone walls and meticulous land scaping surround this rare property, ideally located across from the esteemed Hermitage Inn and exclusive Hermitage Club with easy access to all area activities.
Active
Listed by: Deerfield Valley Real Estate
Price cut: $140K (3/13)
$2,749,000
56 Handle Road, Dover, VT 05356
6beds
6,400sqft
Est.:
Farm
Built in 2000
22 Acres Lot
$349,800 Zestimate®
$430/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Post and beam barnWet barOversized-attached two car garageStone wallsDining roomSouth facing lawnMeticulous landscaping
- 194 days |
- 572 |
- 14 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 13, 2026 at 07:24am
Listed by:
Richard Caplan,
Deerfield Valley Real Estate 802-464-3055
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5063234
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Mini Fridge, Double Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Cooler, Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: 2nd Floor Laundry
Features
- Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Hearth, Kitchen/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Indoor Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Drapes
- Basement: Climate Controlled,Full,Partially Finished,Interior Stairs,Storage Space,Walkout,Interior Access,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Fireplace Screens/Equip, Wood Burning, 3+ Fireplaces
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,400
- Total interior livable area: 6,400 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,000
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved, Finished, Garage, Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Covered Porch, Enclosed Porch, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Garden, Natural Shade, Shed
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 500
Lot
- Size: 22 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Field/Pasture, Landscaped, Level, Major Road Frontage, Open Lot, Ski Area, Trail/Near Trail, Views, Walking Trails, Wooded, Mountain, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Near School(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 18305812622
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Farm
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Phone, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: West Dover
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $430/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,164,930
- Annual tax amount: $29,487
- Date on market: 9/26/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$349,800
$206,000 - $591,000
$7,741/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Price change | $2,749,000-4.8%$430/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #5063234 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,889,000+1650.9%$451/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5063234 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2011 | Sold | $165,000+22.2%$26/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/1992 | Sold | $135,000$21/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $1,164,930 |
| 2023 | -- | $1,164,930 |
| 2022 | -- | $1,164,930 |
| 2021 | -- | $1,164,930 |
| 2020 | -- | $1,164,930 |
| 2019 | -- | $1,164,930 |
| 2018 | -- | $1,164,930 |
| 2017 | -- | $1,164,930 |
| 2016 | -- | $1,164,930 +9900.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $11,649 +0.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $11,612 +1.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $11,410 |
| 2012 | -- | $11,410 |
| 2011 | -- | $11,410 -1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $11,579 +34.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $8,632 |
| 2008 | -- | $8,632 |
| 2007 | -- | $8,632 |
| 2006 | -- | $8,632 +25.7% |
| 2003 | $10,102 | $6,867 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$18,460/mo
Principal & interest
$14176
Property taxes
$4284
More affordability tools
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 05356
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAMarlboro Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 9.7 mi
- 5/10Twin Valley Middle High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 10.3 mi
- 5/10Deerfield Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dover Elementary School
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Local experts in 05356
- Vermont
- Windham County
- Dover
- 05356
- 56 Handle Road
Nearby cities
Nearby zip codes
Other Dover Topics
