This $39 million, 400-acre Vermont farm could break the state’s sales record

Monsalvat Farm's 400 acres are home to several houses, a horse stable, and a helipad.

The Sactuary at Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. Jen Cypress of Dwelling Photography

September 19, 2025

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Tucked in Barnard, Vermont, the property at 650 Francis Road known as Monsalvat Farm is a 400-acre estate comprised of rolling pastures, stone walls, forests, and mountain views. Owned by publishing heir John Noffo Kahn, the property features approximately 18,340 square feet of finished space spread across six buildings. And at a listing price of $39,000,000, it could break the Vermont real estate sales record.

The exterior of Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. – Jen Cypress of Dwelling Photography

A single gravel lane enters the property and reaches a gate. A bridge built with stone posts and wooden rails crosses over a pond that flows into a stone spillway. The main house on the property, known as “The Sanctuary,” holds a perfect blend of impeccable craftsmanship and incredible grandeur. A winding drive leads up to the residence concealed by trees. A massive archway built of granite and hand-laid stone is covered in vines and plantings. When you pass underneath, you reach the courtyard. From there, you can step inside the 10,000-square-foot home, which was completed in 2009 and built of stone quarried in New Hampshire.

The front entry at Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. – Jen Cypress of Dwelling Photography

The Cathedral Great Room at Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. – Jen Cypress of Dwelling Photography

The most grand room in the two-bedroom house is the 12-sided cathedral great room, where wooden beams converge at its peak. A granite and split-stone fireplace rises from floor to ceiling. White oak floors and a massive iron chandelier command your attention, while a second-floor balcony library of built-in bookshelves wraps around the eastern half of the room with views into the forests.

“What’s remarkable is the sense of grandeur and yet intimacy. It’s a mix that I haven’t really felt in any other type of home, particularly at this end of the market,” says Chris Lang of Bravynia Real Estate, who has the listing.

“The Cabin,” is a vaulted hall that extends from the wine cellar, which was conceived as an underground art gallery. The rest of the home features four full bathrooms, three powder rooms and eight wood-burning fireplaces.

The wine cellar tasting room at Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. – Jen Cypress of Dwelling Photography

A two-bedroom cottage on the property, known as Gilbert’s Cottage, features stone walls and a cedar-shingled roof. The 2,388-square-foot home’s large windows and dormers stream in natural light, and its lush gardens and mature trees provide a sense of privacy. Inside, you’ll find soaring timber-framed ceilings and an open layout with finely-crafted woodwork. Don’t miss the rustic antler chandelier holding center court.

Gilbert's Cottage at Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. — Gilbert’s Cottage at Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. – Jen Cypress of Dwelling Photography

There are several other properties on the estate, including a 1,070-square-foot lodge, a farmhouse with four apartments, and a folly.

The Gazebo at Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. – Jen Cypress of Dwelling Photography

The orchard at Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. — The orchard and helipad at Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. – Jen Cypress of Dwelling Photography

A drone shot from above of Monsalvat Farm in Barnard, Vermont. – Evan Kay of Climb High Productions

The rolling property is filled with a variety of spring-fed ponds, equestrian facilities including a barn and a stable, orchards, a helipad, and extensive trails. There’s even an elaborate gazebo built out over the main pond, complete with a stone fireplace and comfortable gathering space under vaulted ceilings.