
Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Pownal, Vermont
142 Schenkar Rd, Pownal, VT 05261
Welcome to your own private oasis! Set on 30 private wooded acres, this well-maintained three-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial presents a rare opportunity to enjoy expansive acreage, exceptional mountain views (including the Bennington Battle Monument!), and peaceful surroundings in a highly versatile tri-state location near the Vermont, Massachusetts, and New York borders. The 2,083 square-foot home blends classic character with modern convenience, featuring wide pine floors across the main level, fiber-optic internet, and thoughtfully designed living spaces. The light-filled kitchen wing offers vaulted ceilings, a skylight, garden window, and KraftMaid cabinetry, while the spacious dining/keeping room is anchored by a striking Rumford fireplace crafted by a master mason. Flexible living areas include a TV room/library and a main-level bedroom with an attached bathroom with walk-in shower. Upstairs are two very generously sized bedrooms with a shared full bathroom and ample closet spaces. A partially finished walk-out basement with French doors, Vermont Castings wood stove, laundry room, and half bath adds additional usable space for hobbies or other flexible living space. The property’s woods road invites year-round outdoor recreation including walking, cross-country skiing, and ATV use. Convenient to regional colleges, cultural destinations, and multiple ski areas, this property offers a unique combination of privacy, quiet enjoyment, and access to four-season amenities. This home is a must-see for the views, expansive acreage, quality construction, and pride of ownership.
Location
- Street address
- 142 Schenkar Rd
- County
- Bennington County
- School district
- Pownal School District
- Elevation
- 1,304 feet
Directions
From Bennington, take Route 7 South toward Pownal. Turn left onto Barber Pond Road and travel 2.2 miles, bear onto County Road. Follow for approximately .4 miles, then turn right onto Schenkar Road. Continue to #142 on the right (marked Private Drive).
Property details
- Acreage
- 30.07 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
- MLS #
- NNEREN 5087002
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $5,261
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- Keller Williams Realty
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Basement
- Yes
- Heating
- Oil, Wood
- Roof
- Shingle
Interior
- Room Count
- 6
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 3, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Utility Room
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Laminate
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Pownal Elementary School | Elementary | Pownal School District |
| Mt. Anthony Union Middle SCH | Middle | Pownal School District |
| Mt. Anthony Sr. UHSD 14 | High | Pownal School District |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | New listing | $625,000 | — | NNEREN |



























































