Under contract

$100,000

32 acres

1011 Ralph RdBrookfield, VT 05036

Land and lots · MLS 12021824 · Listed 21 days ago (Oct 9, 2026)

17 mi straight line to Northeast Slopes (local ski area) · Ski access details

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About this land

Discover your own Vermont sanctuary with this pleasant, wooded 31.80+/- acre residential lot located in the quaint, historic town of Brookfield, Vermont, famous for its iconic floating bridge. Situated just 15 miles south of the Barre/Montpelier capital and business area, this property perfectly balances peaceful privacy with convenient access. The parcel sits on Ralph Road, a gravel town-maintained road that is plowed year-round, ensuring reliable entry in every season. An old driveway is already in place, leading directly to a parking clearing and an old home site positioned about 250 feet back from the road to offer a wonderfully secluded and quiet setting. For outdoor enthusiasts, a nice old private woods road follows the inner boundary diagonally through the lot, providing an ideal path for hiking, hunting, or a pleasant afternoon walk. Nature lovers will also be captivated by the west side of the property, where far below the homesite in elevation, a stunning wetland features a large open-water beaver pond-a beautiful, serene spot to bird watch and enjoy Vermont's spectacular fall colors. Infrastructure potential is a major highlight, featuring an existing power pedestal by the old home with what appears to be underground power lines, as well as a located drilled well head believed (but not verified) to be 205 feet deep with 8 GPM from a 2000 installation. While two partial surveys are included, there is an old collapsed home and a camper on-site that the seller will not remove, which has been factored into the attractive list price. Records exist for a 3-bedroom septic system from 2000; however, because the site has been abandoned for 5+ years, the property is being sold with no assumed existing septic capacity, and a new state permit and design review will be required. Whether you dream of building a primary residence, a camp, or establishing a recreational getaway for hiking and hunting, this expansive parcel is a rare find ready for your vision.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Ski access and nearby skiing

Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.

Nearby ski areas with straight-line distance
Ski areaTypeStraight-line distanceMeasured to
Northeast SlopesVT · homes near itLocal ski area17 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)
Sugarbush ResortVT · homes near itAlpine resort17 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)
Mad River GlenVT · homes near itAlpine resort19 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)
Middlebury College Snow BowlVT · homes near itLocal ski area20 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)
Rikert Outdoor CenterVT · homes near itNordic center21 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)
Camel's Hump Nordic Ski AreaVT · homes near itNordic center25 miBase areaBase area (mapped point)

Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.

Ski access claims

The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.

Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Curtis Trousdale of Preferred Properties.

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Facts

List price
$100,000
Status
Under contract
Property type
Land and lots
Lot size
32 acres
County
Orange County
MLS number
12021824

Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.

Location

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Price and status history

    Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.

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    $20,000
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    Estimated monthly payment

    $618 per month

    Principal and interest$506
    Property tax$83
    Homeowners insurance$29
    Loan amount$80,000
    Total interest over the term$102,036

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    Questions to ask before you buy

    Good questions for any home near the slopes.

    1. How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
    2. Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
    3. Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
    4. Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
    5. What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
    6. For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.

    Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget

    Guides and next steps

    Listing courtesy of Preferred Properties. Listing agent: Curtis Trousdale. Co-listing agent: Michael Wrobel. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.

    Listing updated Oct 30, 2026, 11:25 AM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 8:31 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.