Lavish Winter Wonderland With Outdoor Heated Pool Perfect for Post-Ski Entertaining Lists for $3.3 Million

A lavish Vermont retreat with recently built pool house and outdoor heated pool, custom designed for après-ski entertaining, has just hit the market in Woodstock for $3,300,000.

The 2.37-acre mountain getaway known as the Alta House overlooks Mount Tom Forest, the country's oldest continuously managed scientific forest, and the Marsh-Billings Museum, Vermont's only national park.

"Even though the property is less than 3 acres, it is surrounded by 400 acres of conservation land, so it has this privacy and quiet of a big piece of land, but without the maintenance," says listing agent Andrew Bustin of LANDVEST INC. Woodstock.

"What makes it even more special is that you get these unobstructed views that are protected forever, so you have assurance that no one will ever develop the land."

Three en suite bedrooms found on each of the three levels were designed for extra privacy.

"The middle floor is the common area, and the primary suite is located on the second floor," says Bustin. "There is a nice deck off the living room that can be enjoyed during the summertime."

Built in 2009, the modern 3,682-square-foot getaway features custom details, including shiplap wooden ceilings, exposed beams, and maple floors.

A spacious kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, and a separate dining area has sliding glass doors that open up to the back deck.

The nearby living room has a cozy stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and a wall of glass to capture the serene mountain views.

A primary suite has a couple's vanity with dual sinks, a Jacuzzi tub, and a walk-in glass shower.

"The year-round heated pool is the central feature of this property, as it sits between the primary residence and the pool house," notes Bustin. "It's pretty awesome to be in the pool in the wintertime when it's snowing, overlooking Vermont's only national park. You get these incredible views across the valley."

Also found on the property are an attached two-car heated garage and a detached 1,040-square-foot pool house with covered front patio and side deck.

The ultimate entertaining complex features radiant floors, Brazilian Cumaru wood ceilings, a Viking kitchen with quartz countertops, outdoor shower, and guest accommodations.

"The pool house took three years to build from the planning process to completion in 2023," says Bustin.
"During this time, the sellers upgraded the septic system that services both houses, and over-designed it to allow for expansion. It is such a great gathering space that served as a clubhouse for their family where they would watch movies and host birthday parties and other events."

Bustin says having all of these luxury amenities in one location is truly a unicorn in Woodstock.

"It's difficult to find a property that has the views, privacy, and convenience to everything," he says. "Usually, you have to sacrifice one of those components, but this property offers it all."

Ideally located just minutes from the restaurants and shops found in Woodstock Village, the property is also surrounded by an abundance of outdoor recreation.

"I think it would be the perfect base camp for an active family looking to enjoy all of the amenities Woodstock has to offer," Bustin says.

"It's a gateway location to access the many recreational activities. There are mountain bike trails nearby along with hiking trails. Killington is close by for skiing and the Woodstock Country Club is minutes away for golfing. It would be a beautiful place to begin and end your day."