The hills of Vermont are filled with folks who dreamed of a quiet escape from harried lives elsewhere. Often a big part of wanting to be in Vermont is to share special time with family and friends. We asked the seller of Interlude Farm to tell us about what realizing her dream has meant for her and her [...]

With the coming of spring, we follow Thoreaus lead to explore some of our favorite ponds in Southern Vermont. Ponds provide an anchor for the landscape, wildlife and family picnics, swimming or [...]

In the last 5-10 years, Maine has experienced a surge in the creation of small family farms. As the demand for organic and locally-grown food has risen, Maine has found itself perfectly poised to respond. Combining this with a growing desire among young urban and suburban professionals to reconnect with nature, to find a peaceful and [...]

Is conservation good for the value of properties or does it restrict marketability? Can you answer this question for your property or for a property you are considering for purchase?

Over 19 million acres of land are conserved through conservation easements nationwide, many of them very valuable properties. With so many of the best [...]

Want a great property in horse country for you, and not for horses? Maybe one family member wants to be near the horses and the rest of the family prefers soccer or golf? Does the rider in your family like the fun but is done with mucking stalls? Maybe you just love open countryside and beautiful [...]

I had the pleasure of visiting one our new listings, Windy Peaks Farm in Hill, New Hampshire on an absolutely stellar day. Spring was finally in the air, and the snow was beginning to recede as I came up the drive bounded by stonewalls and mature trees. I knew there would be a good view at the top, how could there not be if the paperwork [...]

Little Compton --- One of 24 New England towns you absolutely need to visit!

Little Compton retains an idyllic landscape of rolling topography, stone-wall bounded farms, marshes and barrier beaches. A vibrant locavore food culture, great sailing and proximity to culture and restaurants in Providence and Newport make Little Compton a premier [...]

We asked LandVests equestrian marketing team to tell us about their favorite equestrian communities.

First up: Myopia Hunt country, which threads through Hamilton, Wenham, Topsfield and Ipswich all the way to West Newbury. The small towns of Bostons North Shore have been stewarded by generations of landowners to preserve riding through [...]

Coverly Farm was a labor of love for its owner, who designed the house himself and enjoyed it for years with his family. Drawing inspiration from traditional English country manors and the nautical influences surrounding the property, the house incorporates contemporary style with beautiful [...]