Gambrel Barn House

This early gambrel barn home is a rare find in Vermont. The frame is gunstock, and is constructed with Beech and American Chestnut. It originally had a massive central chimney and fireplace.

 

Details:

• 1825 square feet with second floor

• Unusual arched collar ties on spacious second floor

• Rare gunstock posts on second floor

• Includes 5 original, 38-foot Chestnut beams!

• Original wall sheathing and flooring available. Vintage roof boards can be sourced.

 

Possibilities:

This timber frame would make a magnificent two floor house or a majestic great room addition.

 

Read more about this frame on our blog:

• New Old Barn in Vermont

• Gambrel House – Revisited

• Restoring a Barn Home – with Guest Blogger (and Carpenter) Luke Larson

• 1790s Gambrel House Restored and Available for Sale!