In 1980, a couple full of vision bought an 1880's barn and 3 years later it became their beautiful 5 bdrm 3 bath home with a 2 bdrm guest house next-door. Stepping into the home you will be amazed with all the intricate details in every room. From the exposed beams that were in the original barn to the counter tops made from old bowling alley floors. In the living rm is a propane fireplace, that coupled with 3 heat pumps, keeps the home warm and efficient in the winter. Making costs even less, are the two fully paid for solar panels, which provide approximately $3800 in electricity per year for the main house, leaving no electric expense. Hanging from the vaulted ceilings there is a large custom Hubbardton Forge chandelier that is to die for. The 10.43 acres is mostly open and beautifully landscaped. There is a path through the woods that leads you straight to your 275' of frontage on Lake Hortonia. The frontage is a bird preserve that can be accessed with kayaks and canoes, but just around the corner is the boat launch where you can get to the open lake to enjoy swimming and recreational motorized boating activities. The home is also conveniently located in relatively close proximity to Pico and Killington Ski Resorts as well as Middlebury and Burlington. The 2 bdrm guest house would make the ideal home for a caretaker to watch over the property if you don't live locally, a source of rental income, or an extra space to house friends and family. This home is one of a kind!