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Claudia Harris | Mary Mitchell Miller Real Estate | (802)824-3176 | Email | Website
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As you know, Vermont's nickname is the Green Mountain State. What you may not know is that the origin of the word Vermont came from a c. 1647 map on which French explorer
Samuel de Champlain identified the area of Vermont as Verde Mont, French for Green Mountain.
With that etymology in mind, there is saying in Vermont that, "We were green before green was cool" and it is in that spirit that I recently undertook the process of obtaining my Green Designation from the National Association of Realtors®. What's that?, you ask.
Well, thanks for asking! Pursuing NAR's Green Designation was a way for me to learn about green real estate concepts, energy efficiency, high-performance homes, and the impact and benefits that green properties, energy efficient features and community sustainability all have in our real estate market. My training included course work on what makes a property "green," instruction on how to help clients evaluate the cost/benefits of green building features and practices, distinguishing between industry rating and classification systems, listing and marketing green homes and buildings, discussing the financial grants and incentives available to homeowners, and helping consumers see a property's green potential.
I'm proud to be one of only a couple of dozen Green designees in Vermont and I like to think that I'm in the forefront of our next big trend in real estate. If you have any questions or interest in learning more, please give me a call!
Until then, enjoy the rest of the winter and be sure to get outside and enjoy the snow! Be well and stay in touch.
- Claudia Harris
Broker/Owner
Mary Mitchell Miller Real Estate
(802)824-3176
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Newsletter Publication Note
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Starting with this issue of the newsletter, we will be transitioning to a bi-monthly format with newsletters published in January, March, May, July, September and November. Each issue will be a little longer and will feature a nice mix of local interest information and real estate-related news.
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Local Real Estate Market Snapshot
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* In 2017, there were a total of 81 sales of single-family houses in the towns of Weston, Landgrove, Londonderry, Peru and Andover.
* Those sales totaled a dollar volume of $25.2 million
* Average sale price was $311,933
* Average Days on Market was 203 days (1)
* 60% of all sales were financed (i.e., there is a mortgage) and the remaining 40% were cash sales.
* As of February 15, 2018, there are currently 87 listings in that same geographic area and an additional 13 are under contract pending a closing in the next few weeks.
* The average list price is $564,720, and
* There is a total dollar volume of $49 million on the market right now.
(1) Current listing agreement only. Does not count previous listing agreements with another agency or listings that expired and were renewed.
Data from the New England Real Estate Network (NEREN), the MLS serving Vermont.
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NOW LISTED FOR SALE
609 Boynton Road, Londonderry - Listed for $800,000
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Weston Playhouse Announces 2018 New Musical Award Winner
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The Writing/Composing team of Aryanna Garber and Benjamin Velez are the winners of the Weston Playhouse Theatre's 12th Annual New Musical Award for their musical BORDERLINE. The only award of its kind in the country, the Weston New Musical Award brings the creator or creators of a promising new project together with a small ensemble of actors to rehearse and record selections from the winning score with Grammy winner Kurt Deutsch of Sh-K-Boom Records.
Nominated for the award by Di Glazer of International Creative Management Partners, BORDERLINE is a musical about Anna, a young woman living with Borderline Personality Disorder who struggles to find a semblance of normalcy and intimacy amidst a revolving door of therapists, medications, and dysfunctional relationships. Glazer writes that "Garber's book challenges the stigma of BPD, Velez's lyrics capture the protagonist's inner turmoil and the frustrations of the people she surrounds herself with, and his music works as a form of therapy for all the characters. Though seen through the lens of a specific disease, BORDERLINE expresses a universal search for honest connections that will resonate with all audiences." BORDERLINE was developed, in part, at the Advanced BMI Musical Theater Workshop.
Weston Associate Artistic Director Michael Berresse will direct the project with Music Director Daniel Green. The cast includes Margo Seibert (Boardwalk Empire, Broadway's ROCKY) as Anna, Derrick Baskin (25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Memphis), Stephen Bogardus (Bright Star, White Christmas). Leo Ash Evens (School of Rock), and Katie Thompson (City Center's Pump Boys and Dinettes).
There are two free public concerts of selections from BORDERLINE scheduled for Saturday, March 3 at 4 PM and 7 PM at Weston's new second stage, Weston Playhouse at Walker Farm. To reserve your free tickets (general admission) visit the
Weston Playhouse online box office.
Information provided by the WPTC.
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One-Stop Shop Granola
Sadly, there is not a Trader Joe's in the area, but it's a must-stop for me on any trip to Burlington or Albany. They have a great selection of nuts, seeds and berries and one of my favorite things to make is this easy, hearty, delicious, low-calorie granola. All of the ingredients can be purchased at Trader Joe's!
* 32 oz. rolled oats (one bag)
* 8 oz. dry, unsalted sliced almonds
* 1 package freeze dried raspberries
* 1 package freeze dried blueberries
* 1/4 cup chia seeds
* 1/4 cup canola oil
* 1/4 to 1/2 cup maple syrup (depending on your taste and how sweet you want it)
* 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
* 1 teaspoon salt
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees and place two racks as close to or in the middle of the oven.
- In a large bowl mix all of the above ingredients and mix very well.
- Place a SilPat (or other brand non-stick baking mat) or parchment paper on each of two large sheet pans.
- Divide the mixture and spread evenly onto the two sheet pans
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove pans, stir the granola and spread evenly again, this time switching the pan that was on the upper-middle rack to the lower-middle rack and vise versa.
- Drop temperature to 250 degrees and bake for an additional 30 minutes
- Remove from oven and let cool completely.
When the granola mix is cool, I usually add another cup or more of other ingredients, depending on what I have available and what flavor profile I'm in the mood for. My favorites include finely chopped crystallized candied ginger, tiny pecan pieces, chopped dried banana chips, or dried unsweetened coconut flakes. Some people may want to add chocolate chips, mini-M&Ms, finely diced unsweetened dried apricots, raisins or Craisins . . . but, I prefer a less-sweet granola.
Enjoy!
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Weston Contemporary
on 21 Acres
with Beautiful Views
169 Landgrove Road
Weston, VT
$745,000
Located equidistant to skiing at Stratton and Okemo (and Bromley and Magic ski areas are even closer!), this marvelous light-filled contemporary sits on 21 acres and is surrounded by elegant birch trees, a wide level lawn and sunny meadow, beautiful flower gardens and views in every direction.
The house was completely renovated and doubled in size in 1999/2000 with an eye towards creating comfortable, spacious living areas and embracing rich architectural details. Whether you are gathering in front of the stone fireplace in the Great Room, having an intimate evening in the formal dining room, in the den working from home or working out in the family room . . . you will find a space for every need.There are three bedrooms (plus a bonus room for extra guests), and bedrooms all are en-suite with a bathroom. The master bedroom has a private bath with soaking tub and tiles shower and features a walk-in closet and views.
There are 12+ acres surrounding the house and a second parcel totaling 9.8+/- acres across the road offers the potential for further use, enjoyment or development. The Green Mountain National Forest is just a short walk away and from there you can access trails for walking, riding, skiing and snowshoeing. Weston is an active and welcoming year-round community with phenomenal summer theater, charming shops and more.
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21 Acres with Views of Weston and Stratton
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| Spacious and Bright Chef's Kitchen with Luxury Finishes |
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| Two Living Rooms, Including this Stunning Great Room with Stone Fireplace |
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Wake Up to Views from this Master Suite with
En Suite Bath and Walk-In Closet |
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Sunrise Over Weston's Markham Mountain
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Featured Area Properties Listed for Sale
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JUST LISTED
Mountain Contemporary
609 Boynton Road
Londonderry, VT
$800,000
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27 Old County Road Weston, VT
$395,000
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116 Cody Road
Landgrove, VT
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UNDER CONTRACT
Weston Village Cape
75 Lawrence Hill Road
Weston, VT
$225,000
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Call it Yours!
187 Tallwood Circle
Londonderry, VT
$168,000
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SOLD
8 Acres, Views & Pond
16 Piper Hill Road
Weston, VT
$238,000
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S. Londonderry, VT
$395,000
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2.3 Acres
Casper Lane
Weston, VT
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Big Views on 5+ Acres
580 Cross Road
S. Londonderry, VT
$195,000
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Close to Okemo and Weston
519 Spruce Drive
Andover, VT
$310,000
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Centrally-Located Contemporary
58 Route 11
Landgrove, VT
$250,000
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UNDER CONTRACT
Overlooking Weston
24 Burton Road
Weston, VT
$235,000
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Mountainside Home with 26 Acres
10 Hapgood Pond Rd
Landgrove, VT
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Affordable One-Level Living
6635 Route 100
Londonderry, VT
$145,000
Link
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NEW PRICE
Woodland Magic
85 Kile Road
Weston, VT
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All Ready to Build
Loon Circle
Londonderry, VT
$78,500
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Mountain Property with
58+ Acres
Howard Hill and Popple Dungeon Roads
Windham, VT
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1.4+/-Acre Permitted Building Lot
Old County Road
Weston, VT
$38,000
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Landgrove Road Contemporary
169 Landgrove Road
Weston, VT
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Antique Farmhouse on 28+ Acres
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10+/- Acres Mostly Open & Sunny!
Weston Andover Road
Andover, VT
$89,900
Link
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SOLD
Mountain Lake Timber Frame
543 Mountain Lake Road
Londonderry, VT
$697,000
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SOLD
Fun Vacation Home
124 Vacation Lodges Rd
Londonderry, VT
$197,000
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(Note: If you know of a community event that you would like included in this calendar, please submit the information to
Claudia Harris (click link here)
no later than the 10th of the preceding month.)
February 15 - March 15
Friday, February 16 (and every Friday throughout the winter)
Weston Farmers Market - Head to Weston's Walker Farm every Friday afternoon & evening for a fabulous winter market featuring many of the finest local Vermont vendors from Dorset, Londonderry, and Manchester. Seasonal produce, local cheeses, fresh-baked breads, and more! The Walker Farm is located at 705 Main Street, Weston -
http://www.westonwintermarket.com/
Saturday, February 17
February Festival & Fireworks - It's February Festival time! Head to Bromley for the yearly celebration, kicked off with the torchlight parade and fireworks. Then it's on to the base lodge for live music and dancing. Evening also includes good eats, raffle, a live auction, and other activities. Proceeds to benefit the Bromley Outing Club.
http://www.bromley.com/winter/event
February 17
Chester Winter Carnival - sledding, pie-tastings, face-painting, sleigh rides, snowshoe hike by moonlight and tiki torch!), and a Bonfire/Music/Skating Party from 6-8 PM at the Pinnacle. Schedule and information online at
Harris Hill Ski Jump - Harris Hill welcomes an international field of competitors for two days of ski jumping competition on New England's only Olympic-size 90-meter hill. Come thrill to the daring flight of jumpers soaring to 300 feet at speeds of up to 60 miles per hour. Also: music; food court; souvenirs; bonfire; beer tent. Cedar Street in Brattleboro, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Admission: Adults, $20; kids age 6-12, $15; kids under 6 free.
Monday, February 19
Presidents' Day at Plymouth Notch - Museum and hands-on activities for all ages in the Coolidge Classroom. Walk through the quiet village and stop in at the Plymouth Cheese Factory. Join the Coolidge Foundation to hear President Coolidge share portions of his February 22, 1926 speech to the National Education Association. Meet Coolidge, as portrayed by Tracy Messer, who will bring Coolidge's words to life, beginning at 2:00, shortly after a preview of the upcoming season at Plymouth Notch by Site Administrator, William Jenney. Noon - 4 PM. For a schedule and more information, see
Saturday, February 24
Story Slam! An Evening of Live Storytelling at the Northshire Bookstore - Back by popular demand! Fans of The Moth; True Stories Told Live, you'll love this event! Enjoy an evening of storytelling presented by The Rumpus! and Northshire Bookstore as some of our areas best storytellers come together for a night of entertainment. This event is free but space may be limited and reservations are appreciated. FREE from 6:00pm-7:00pm.
Saturday, March 3
Light the Night Rail Jam - Okemo is lighting up the snow on Bull Run for skiers and riders of all ages to show off their best moves. $5,000 in cash and prizes is up for grabs. A new rail garden, constructed specifically for this event will be an optimal venue for participants and spectators alike. More information available at
https://www.okemo.com/event/light-the-night-rail-jam/
Saturday, March 3
Weston Playhouse Theater Company's New Musical Award (FREE CONCERT) - see story above. Advance tickets strongly encouraged (it could sell out).
Wednesday, March 7
First Wednesday Talk Celebrates E.B. White - From Charlotte's Web to his exquisite essays in The New Yorker, E. B. White remains the master's master of elegant prose, sophisticated wit, and graceful irreverence. Drawing on his stories, essays, poems, and letters, Dartmouth professor Nancy Jay Crumbine celebrates White's versatility and enormous legacy. 7:00 PM at Manchester's First Congregational Church.
https://www.vermonthumanities.org/event/celebrating-e-b-white-5/
March 9 - 11
The Vermont Open @ Stratton - A celebration of the beginning of snowboarding and its progression, the 6th Annual Vermont Open is truly open. This event invites snowboarders of all ages to come together to ride, party, enjoy the snow and compete for a prize purse of over $20,000. Live music will entertain the crowd at night with kick off and post parties around the weekend.
Thursday, March 8
Rosie's Mom: Forgotten Women of the First World War - One hundred years ago, a full generation before Rosie the Riveter, women rolled up their sleeves and entered war industries where they had never been welcome before. They ran powerful machinery, learned new skills, and faced the sullen hostility of the men in the shops. In this illustrated lecture, historian Carrie Brown reveals their courage and their hard work, and explores how these women helped shape the work that their more famous daughters would do in the next World War. This is a Vermont Humanities Council Program with free admission.
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MLS Access ~ Available to All
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Mary Mitchell Miller is a proud member of the New England Real Estate Network's Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and our website features FULL access to ALL property listings for sale in the State of Vermont.
Mary Mitchell Miller Real Estate has been working with buyers and sellers of southern Vermont real estate in the tri-mountain area between Okemo, Bromley and Stratton ski areas for more than 40 years. We are a full-service real estate brokerage firm specializing in the sale of fine homes and properties in Weston, Londonderry, Peru, Landgrove, Dorset, Manchester, Andover, Chester, Ludlow (Okemo Mountain), Mount Holly, Stratton, Winhall and Windham. Fully licensed in Vermont.
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