8 North Street, Unit 1 - Available for purchase
This elegant Federal period 1813 townhouse is situated in Bristol Village Cohousing (BVCH) located in the historic district of Bristol, Vermont. In 2017, this 1509 square-foot home was thoroughly renovated to high energy efficiency standards and to enhance livability with a flowing, semi-open floor plan. The renovation of this structure was a major reason why BVCH won the 2018 Preservation Trust Award of Vermont. (See the video on the Our Homes page for more details on the renovations of this amazing house!)
The home includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, laundry, energy-efficient appliances, and three heat pumps for cooling and heating year round. An air exchange system keeps the air inside the home constantly fresh. Solar arrays on and off site provide electricity for all the structures in the BVCH community.
The exterior of the home features a classic colonnaded front porch and a pergola-covered side patio surrounded by fragrant vines. The front porch allows for beautiful evening sunset views over the Bristol town green. This home has a designated private yard with ample space for growing plants and vegetables.
This home shares common land and a common house (the historic Peake House) with the other households of the BVCH community. Community meals, family and friend stays, gatherings, long and short term rentals, and classes all happen in the Peake. There are two barns that house bikes, boats, and equipment, as well as extra storage available in a heated basement. Community raised garden beds as well as community EV chargers are on site. This home is a short walking distance to stores, hiking trails, massage therapists, yoga studios, doctors, dentists, and both Elementary and Middle/High schools.
When you buy a house at Bristol Village Cohousing, you are buying into an impressive array of community facilities to enhance your lifestyle and a friendly, supportive community of people who make this a neighborhood much like we imagine existed in the old days but is seldom found today. Cohousing is an opportunity to engage and live in community in a balance of both socialization and privacy. Cohousing members are an active part of their community and help shape it to reflect their ideals. BVCH comprises 14 multigenerational households.
Property features
Two-floor townhouse
Completely renovated historic home
2 bedrooms, 2 bath
1509 square feet of living space
West-facing front porch and north-facing side patio with pergola
Energy-efficient appliances
Air exchange system
Beautiful Vermont maple hardwood floors
Three entrances
Dedicated space in basement community storage area
Three efficient electric pumps for heating and cooling
Full southern and western exposures with large banks of modern double-glazed windows
Located on historic North Street
Community features enjoyed by all BVCH property owners
All owners of property at Bristol Village Cohousing are also part owners of our common property, which includes:
The Peake House, our historic 3800 square-foot common house, with its giant kitchen/dining area, guest rooms and activity spaces — consider it an extension of your own home
Expansive common green and patio for fun with neighbors, friends and family
Greener living thanks to photovoltaic solar panels installed throughout the community
Workshop
Storage space for tools, bicycles and seasonal items
Two barns with loads of potential
Community garden beds
Dedicated parking areas
Family and pet friendly
Walking distance to everything - restaurants, schools, library, gym, grocery, skate park, ice cream stand!, pharmacy, churches, shopping, post office, hiking trails…
And much more!
Offered at $495,000
What should I do next?
Please visit our No Surprises Checklist page to help you determine if Bristol Village Cohousing is a good fit for you and to take the next steps if desired.
If you are considering this home and joining our award-winning community, please contact us at bristolvillagecohousing@gmail.com to arrange for a site visit.