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1600 sq/ft Single Family House ***Fuel saving pellet stove, Call for inquiries or to make an appointment: 802.635.3628 Newly renovated 1850’s village house in Johnson. 4 BR / 2 BA or use the 4th as an office. New kitchen with dual fuel range. Both bathrooms have been remodeled to include new ceramic tile floors a custom tile shower upstairs and new toilets and fixtures. Rooms include dining room, Large living room and laundry area. Bright and open backyard with large garden. Detached 2 car garage. New roof. Pellet Stove. New oil tanks. Offering a comfortable and updated atmosphere and spacious open kitchen with a dual-fuel convection oven which is perfect for those who have a love for cooking. The kitchen area also boasts a laundry area and a wood pellet stove for use during the winter months.
In 2003 the kitchen was fully remodeled with a side by side refrigerator, dual fuel gas/electric convection oven, island, tile back splash, new KraftMaid cabinets, new fixtures and ceiling speakers . During this same renovation, the previously unheated attached back porch and wood shed were converted into the expanded kitchen/laundry area and the 4th bedroom/office with internet and tv cables. A pantry was also built into the new kitchen area. In 2004 a new bathroom was built on the second floor and in 2005 the downstairs bathroom was renovated. The master bathroom was created with a customized all tile shower, new oak vanity, tile floors, new toilet and fixtures. It is accessible by both the main upstairs hallway and from the Master walk-in closet. Additionally, ceramic tile was installed in the front foyer. In 2005 a new roof was put on using 35 year architectural shingles. In 2007 the fuel oil tank was replaced with new units. They are insured by a transferable TankSure policy through a local fuel company, Bourne's. Conveniently located within walking distance to all schools including Johnson State College and The Vermont Studio Center. Close proximity to the Lamoille River and any shopping need. Walk out your front door to cross country ski or snowshoe in the winter months - or take a short drive to several nearby ski resorts. Summer offers endless nearby hiking trails, nearby access to rivers for canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Closely located to the Long Trail section of the Appalachian Trail. Johnson is a wonderful and welcoming community. Frequently Asked Questions:*(Please contact us to view our list of FAQ's) Recent News and Citizen article about Johnson: Good Eatin' in Johnson During the past year three new faces have popped up on the dining scene in Johnson, all three carving their own spot in the community. The first to make a splash was Winding Brook Bistro, an upscale restaurant located on Route 100C in East Johnson in the former Vermont Rugmakers building. Chase Vanderveer and his wife, April, opened Winding Brook almost a year ago, and have enjoyed a very successful first year. Before heading into his kitchen, where he serves as chef, Chase talked about plans for the future which includes expanding the use of the backyard that nestles up to an oxbow along the Gihon River. He said they hope to be able to offer the yard for catering weddings and similar events – a natural progression from the daytime birthday parties and baby and bridal showers they have been holding inside. Last year they covered the back deck and he said they hope to be able to offer some summer seating out there this year. Chase said with the changing of the seasons he is planning some changes to the menu. Roast duck, he said, may come off for the warmer months, with house-styled smoked trout being added to the menu. The favorites, though, will stay, including hand-cut Black Angus steaks and an eggplant tower. Chase said the local response has been great and he is always impressed to see people who travel from further distances to dine at Winding Brook, which is open for dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. every night except Monday. Down in the village, it's not a new establishment, but the cafe formerly known as Bad Girls changed hands and names last fall. Meg Harris purchased the cafe last August, and has changed the name to Lovin Cup. She said a new sign is forthcoming. Harris still offers a friendly relaxed atmosphere for her lunchtime crowd. She said soon they will be transitioning into breakfast, which will include French toast, breakfast burritos, and other morning delights. The Lovin Cup has free Wi-fi and folks can still dine outside. Meg said the new spots have formed a bit of a community of their own, as all three know each other and frequent each other's establishments. She said the bond goes even further as her husband helped with the renovations at Winding Brook and the newest spot in Johnson, The Hub. Johnson traded a venerable institution (Beard's Hardware) for the restaurant/night club that is rapidly growing its reputation in Johnson and beyond. Ernie Borsellino and Daniele Dolisie opened The Hub in December and have been amazed with how things have taken off. As hinted by the name, the two hoped The Hub would become a central spot for the community. Offering a menu highlighted by gourmet pizzas for lunch and dinner and live music five nights a week, The Hub has been able to build a clientele based on both the college crowd and the local community. Borsellino said it has been nice to see they have not become just a college hangout or just the locals’ option, but instead have a good mix from the community and beyond. He said they have even heard people mentioning skipping the Stowe scene to go to The Hub. As things are getting settled, he said, they are looking to expand the menu. Soon they are going to be adding hot and cold sandwiches. He said the open kitchen has become a popular attraction, especially for the kids who can sit on the bar stools in front of the pizza prep area and watch the dough tossed in the air. After 10 p.m. the clientele becomes over 21 and live music, pool, and drinks becomes the fare of the evening. The new spots aren't the only places to hit in Johnson. With 20 years at the Plum and Main Diner, Pat and Laurie Persico have become the patriarch and matriarch of the Johnson dining experience. Their family- run diner has offered home cooked food like mom (or grandma) used to make for more than a generation. In fact, their youngest son, who started "helping" out when he was just two, is about to graduate from college! Over the years, both boys could be seen helping out in the kitchen or out front in the restaurant doing whatever was needed. With both boys away, Pat and Laurie are back to being "the family." The family dynamics aren't the only things they have seen change over the years. When they opened, Johnson still had a church next door and they could not get a license to sell beer and wine. That has since changed, and people no longer have to brown bag it if they want spirits with their meal! The old counter is gone too. This change met with mixed emotions, but by removing it, they found the original flooring still stamped with Parker & Stearns logo. They also expanded their seating, adding a dining room in 1994. They have watched their regulars change, noting a fondness for some of the older patrons who aren't there anymore; but adding a smile when talking about the kids who used to come in with their parents but now are the parents bringing their kids. Despite all the changes, some things never change like the turkey Pat was roasting while being interviewed or the homemade pies Laurie was prepping for baking. For five years, Edelweiss Bakery (located on the west end of the village) has been providing breakfast and lunch (and pasta dinners) on Wednesday nights in the area. Ken Schlegel, one of the owners and general manager, said they moved to Johnson after nine years in Winooski – a move which he estimates tripled the volume of their sales. Most of their foods are homemade including sandwiches, salads, pizzas, and melts, and Ken was quick to point out they don't fry anything. Johnson is also home to the Wok N House Chinese Restaurant and take out foods are available at both ends of the village from DJ's and Jolley's. |
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