Why Live in Cavendish
Cavendish is a township in southeast Vermont, known for its outdoor and artistic culture. With a population of around 1,400 residents, the area is characterized by its rural and wooded landscape, fostering a strong sense of stewardship towards the land. Home styles in Cavendish range from ranch-style homes, Craftsmen, and Victorian designs to unique stone homes and expanded Cape Cod styles. Condos are available in Proctorsville, a village within Cavendish. The township is safer than the national average, with a significantly lower crime rate. Outdoor recreation is abundant, featuring hiking, camping, skiing, and trails that traverse private land. Proctor Piper State Forest offers hunting, fishing, and snowmobiling, while Mount Ascutney and Okemo Mountain Resort provide skiing options. Cavendish Town Elementary School in Proctorsville is highly rated, serving kindergarten through sixth grade, while Green Mountain Union High School in Chester offers various educational programs for older students. The Cavendish Community Fund and Hall Art Foundation host events, including summer concerts, theater productions, and artist talks. Proctorsville features Singleton’s General Store, Murdock’s on the Green, Castle Hill Restaurant, and Vermont Apple Pie Bakery. Nearby attractions include the Brownsville Butcher & Pantry in West Windsor. Vermont Route 131 and Route 103 run through Cavendish, with Interstate 91 and Amtrak access close by. Burlington International Airport is 106 miles north, and Springfield Hospital is about 15 miles away.
