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🍯 The Sweet Life: A-Frames with Homesteads & Sugar Houses

Dive into self-sufficient living with properties that offer organic gardens, mountain trails, and authentic cabin charm.

πŸͺ“ Today’s Pointy Picks: 5 A-Frames You’ll Want to Move Into

Every day, new A-frames hit the market across the U.S. β€” but these five? They’ve got the angles, the vibes, and the views.
From short-term rental gems to expansive private estates, these are your daily dose of triangle-shaped temptation.

🌳 Spacious 2.78-Acre A-Frame Estate – $275,000

3 Beds β€’ 3 Bath β€’ 2,856 sq ft β€’ 2.78 Acres

A uniquely spacious and character-filled A-frame on a serene and sizable parcel, offering incredible square footage, a four-bay garage, and a private pond.

  • 🌲 Expansive private estate on 2.78 scenic acres surrounded by mature trees and featuring a portion of a private pond.

  • 🏠 Exceptionally spacious interior with nearly 2,900 sq ft of living space, three full bathrooms, a main-level primary suite, and a bonus room with architectural interest.

  • πŸš— Unmatched storage and workshop space with a massive four-bay garage featuring a floored attic and additional rear storage accessible from the backyard.

  • 🏊 Private recreational oasis complete with a fenced above-ground pool and plenty of room to roam on the quiet country road property.

  • πŸ›‹οΈ Thoughtful and functional layout including a den with a fireplace and built-ins, a first-floor office, a large pantry, and a bedroom with its own porch.

πŸ•οΈ Enchanting Running Springs A-Frame – $329,900

2 Beds β€’ 1 Bath β€’ 896 sq ft β€’ 0.17 Acres

A charming and quintessential 1968 A-frame cabin offering an authentic, peaceful mountain getaway experience surrounded by towering cedars and pines.

  • 🌲 A true mountain retreat surrounded by towering cedar and pine trees, providing a serene and private setting that feels like a permanent getaway.

  • πŸ›‹οΈ Classic A-frame charm with a wood-burning fireplace, cathedral ceilings, and a warm, character-filled interior that evokes cozy mountain living.

  • πŸ› οΈ Practical mountain upgrades including a newer electrical panel, a smart water shut-off system, two large storage sheds, and an unfinished basement for extra space.

  • πŸš— Ample parking and a fenced yard with space for 5+ cars, a fenced yard ideal for pets, and a larger lot for outdoor enjoyment.

  • πŸ”οΈ Ideal location in the heart of Running Springs, a quaint mountain town perfect for a full-time home, a weekend escape, or a vacation rental.

🌳 Treehouse-Like A-Frame with Wrap-Around Deck – $274,900

3 Beds β€’ 3 Bath β€’ 1,800 sq ft β€’ 1.27 Acres

A beautifully updated A-frame on a private wooded lot, offering a treehouse-like feel with a stunning two-story wrap-around deck and versatile living spaces perfect for a getaway or unique year-round home.

  • 🌲 Private wooded retreat on 1.27 acres with a super private setting that feels like a treehouse, located on a convenient paved road.

  • πŸͺŸ Breathtaking open-concept living with floor-to-ceiling windows, soaring wood beam ceilings, and sliding glass doors opening to the deck with gorgeous country views.

  • 🏠 Versatile multi-level layout with a lower-level family room that can easily be converted into a 4th bedroom or primary suite, plus a huge laundry/mud room area.

  • πŸ›‹οΈ Recently fully updated with a brand-new kitchen, new flooring and paint throughout, and a brand-new roof for worry-free living.

  • 🏑 Perfect for getaway or income ideal as a personal weekend retreat, a unique full-time home, or a potential short-term rental (Airbnb) with strong appeal.

🍁 90-Acre Vermont Homestead with Sugar House – $415,000

3 Beds β€’ 2 Bath β€’ 1,720 sq ft β€’ 89.85 Acres

A rare and extraordinary opportunity to own a nearly 90-acre, self-sufficient Vermont homestead with a thriving sugar maple operation, multiple dwellings, and mature food-producing land.

  • 🍯 Turn-key maple sugaring operation with an abundant sugar maple stand (potential for 3,000+ taps) and a fully equipped sugar house.

  • 🌳 Massive conserved parcel of nearly 90 acres, surrounded by over 300 additional acres of conserved land, offering ultimate privacy and endless trails.

  • 🏑 Multiple income-producing dwellings including a main 3-bedroom cape, a rustic camp with a kitchenette, and a charming A-frame bunkhouse.

  • 🍎 Established food-producing land with an organic garden site, over 25 mature blueberry bushes, fruit trees, berry canes, and perennial medicinal flowers.

  • πŸ› οΈ Complete homestead infrastructure with two pole barns, various sheds, a greenhouse sunroom, a pond, a heated workshop, and abundant storage.

πŸ”οΈπŸŒ² $420,000 β€” a quintessential price for a 1967 Colorado A-frame offering a total retreat from HOA life and metro hustle.
✨ Steep-slope serenity + a trail out the back door = a pure mountain lifestyle starter with panoramic views and total freedom.

⭐ Standouts
β€’ 🌲 A classic 1967 A-frame on a half-acre of lichen-covered rock outcroppings and mature trees
β€’ πŸšͺ Direct trail access from the back door into the foothills, with more hiking nearby
β€’ πŸ”₯ Cozy mountain living with a pellet stove, sunroom, and a loft opening to an upper deck
β€’ 🚫 The explicit promise of escape: no HOA and a retreat from metro demands
β€’ 🏞️ True mountain views and privacy on a steep slope in the Kings Valley area

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