This spacious 4-bedroom raised ranch is set on a large, 1.4 acre lot, beautifully landscaped with perennial gardens, large mature trees and an in-ground pool & patio surrounded by a fenced, private backyard. The home features 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths on the upper main level and a large family room and 4th bedroom on the lower level. The main level has a classic open floor plan with a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace at its center, between the kitchen/dining area and the living room. The fireplace has a working wood stove insert that adds a warm ambiance to the main living space. Natural light flows in from the many windows and patio doors that lead to the balcony-style deck, which runs the length of the house. The primary bedroom suite includes a half bath and plenty of closet space. Most appealing is this home's location in the foothills of the Green Mountains with four seasons of activities right at your doorstep! Hiking, mountain biking, cross country or downhill skiing, are all nearby. Popular destinations include Cochran's Ski Area, Huntington Gorge, the historic Old Round Church and the Vermont Audubon Center. If hiking is your thing, there are multiple access trails that get you right onto the Long Trail for day hikes or long-distance trekking. With its location in the traditional town of Richmond, you are surrounded by Vermont's scenic beauty, just waiting for you to explore. Come check out this wonderful home today!