Address: 348 Bentley Avenue, Poultney, VT 05764
Price: $595,000
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3
Living Space: 3,146 sq ft
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Year Built: 1920 (historically early 1900s)
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Price per Sq Ft: $189
HOA: None listed
Zestimate®: Not listed

Listed by:
Suanne M. Ohl
Northland Real Estate (802-287-9797)

Source: PrimeMLS (MLS#: 5080691) via Zillow
Property Link: View Listing on Zillow

Photo Credit: Listing photos provided by MLS via Zillow

The Historic C. W. Humphrey House – A Restored Vermont Landmark

Known historically as the C. W. Humphrey House and later “The Meeting House,” this beautifully restored Queen Anne–Colonial Revival residence stands as one of Poultney’s most significant architectural treasures.

Lovingly preserved and restored in 2013 through efforts involving Green Mountain College and the Town of Poultney, the home earned a Preservation Trust of Vermont Award, highlighting its cultural and architectural importance.

Today, it continues its legacy as a distinguished guest house on the Bhakta-Griswold Campus.

Interior Highlights

• 6-bedroom layout
• 3 bathrooms
• 3,146 sq ft of living space
• Grand foyer with original staircase
• Double living rooms + parlor/den
• Spacious, light-filled dining room
• Six upper-level bedrooms
• Turret-style balcony in primary suite
• Decorative fireplace in second bedroom
• Walk-in closet in master bedroom

Historic Architectural Features

• Queen Anne–Colonial Revival blend
• Ornate original wood trim
• Intricate inlaid parquet flooring
• Colorful stained-glass windows
• Pocket doors throughout
• Marble block foundation
• Purple slate roof
• Wraparound porch with decorative columns

Functional & Modern Features

• Kitchen positioned for efficient access
• Elevator access from lower driveway (rare historic feature)
• One-car garage
• Updated preservation-era restoration work
• Thoughtful blending of historic and modern usability

Exterior & Grounds

• 0.37-acre lot
• Wraparound porch for outdoor enjoyment
• Historic architectural detailing preserved externally
• Quiet Vermont village setting

Location Highlights

• Poultney historic district environment
• Close-knit small-town Vermont atmosphere
• Surrounded by preserved 19th–early 20th century architecture
• Strong cultural and educational heritage in the region

This remarkable Poultney residence represents a rare fusion of historic preservation, architectural artistry, and modern functionality—an award-winning Vermont landmark with enduring character and significance.