Vermont's most expensive home is a $29M 400-acre farm
Vermont's most expensive home is Monsalvat Farm, a roughly 400-acre estate near Barnard listed for $29 million. The compound includes several residences, a full equestrian complex, and an FAA-registered heliport that puts Montpelier about a half-hour away—and Boston or Montreal roughly an hour—by air for buyers seeking a private Green Mountains retreat.
Key Takeaways
- Monsalvat Farm near Barnard is listed at $29 million, making it Vermont's most expensive home on the market.
- The main house, the Sanctuary, was designed by Ralph L. Duesing and completed in 2009 with granite, cedar shingles, and a Vermont slate roof.
- The estate spans about 400 acres with guest houses, staff apartments, and a working farm producing maple syrup, honey, and hard cider.
- An equestrian complex and FAA-registered heliport underscore the property's luxury-and-land package.
- The listing is offered through Chris Lang at Bravynia.
What makes Vermont's most expensive home stand out?
On the outskirts of tiny Barnard, a gravel lane and unassuming gate lead into Monsalvat Farm—named for the mountain fortress that held the Holy Grail in Wagner's opera Parsifal. According to Robb Report, the $29 million asking price positions it as the state's costliest listing.
The driveway crosses a bridge over a spring-fed pond before winding through forest to the Sanctuary. Regional stone, artisanal craftsmanship, and historic residences give the compound a sense of permanence that goes beyond a single trophy house.
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What residences and amenities are included?
The Sanctuary, finished in 2009, is built of New Hampshire granite, clad in cedar shingles, and topped with Vermont slate. Highlights include a 12-sided great room under a cathedral ceiling, a balcony library, a chef's kitchen, and a primary suite with a barrel-vaulted bedroom, two baths, and a dressing room.
A circular wine cellar and tasting room connect via an underground art-gallery passage to the Cabin, a music room with Green Mountains views. Gilbert's Cottage is a two-bedroom stone house; the Lodge is a one-bedroom pond-side retreat; and the Farmhouse holds four one-bedroom apartments for staff and guests.
The equestrian setup centers on a historic post-and-beam barn with a farm manager's office, tack room, and a five-stall stabling block. Other farm buildings support cattle, alpacas, chickens, goats, and sheep. A sugar house turns out maple syrup, honey, and hard cider under a trademarked brand.
Why does the heliport matter for remote Vermont living?
Despite its secluded setting, Monsalvat Farm's FAA-registered heliport shrinks travel times: Montpelier is about a half-hour hop, while Boston and Montreal are roughly an hour away. That access helps explain why a working 400-acre farm can command Vermont's top price.
As of the Robb Report coverage, Monsalvat Farm remains available for $29 million through Chris Lang at Bravynia—an uncommon mix of grand architecture, productive farmland, and private air access in rural Vermont.