Vermont Farmhouse
Circa 1790
During the COVID pandemic, this home became a retreat, rich with history and context, all of which is preserved with modern amenities and fresh paint. The seller did an exceptional job preserving all the original beams, barn, floors and windows, which Alison built upon in the renovation. All the art is original. And the landscaping was staged over several years.
Alison removed extra cabinets, built a pantry, replaced the butcher block counters with authentic Danby Marble, sourced from a quarry only 45 minutes away. Her husband continues to collect vintage, copper pans.
The Kitchen
Dining Room
Alison curated art from a friend, antiques from Manchester, and the 50-year-old dining room table came from family to quickly fill this space. A vintage cocktail cart from Millterton, NY found its home here too.
Living Room & Parlor
These rooms work together to create wide open, sharing space. Keeping the original windows open without shades or window treatments was a deliberate choice. The original detail in the window panels are exposed. The furnishings are a mix of family antiques and finds from some favorite dealers both in Rhode Island and Vermont. Most of the art is from Alison’s mother-in-law and grandmother, and the sculptures and pottery came from an artist in Pawlet, VT.
The Upstairs
The tiny desk in the corner was actually salvaged during the Pine Street renovation and holds the home’s guestbook. Art here is from family, and wall hangings are from trips to Mexico. Alison found the bench in New Bedford, MA. This room serves as the guest suite with a walk-in closet to the back, and like the other bedrooms, it showcases the home’s original exposed beams and floors.
With each Spring, a new project to set the space to entertain with family and friends. In 2024, Alison and her husband plan to build the outdoor kitchen garden and expand the formal rose garden. Since moving in, they’ve cleared out the private brook, built a barrel sauna, planted a small apple orchard and installed an outdoor shower. Outdoor sculptures followed from a Vermont artist.
The Exterior
Long Before We Arrived
