8,600+/- sq. ft. Restaurant, Event Venue and Residence on 2.8+/- Acres in Manchester Center
2282 Depot Street presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial hospitality property in the heart of Manchester. Situated on 2.8+/- acres with 348'+/- of frontage along busy Depot Street (VT Route 11/30), this property combines an 8,676+/- square foot building with a flexible layout, ample parking, and an attached residence - offering exceptional versatility and value.
The main level includes a fully equipped restaurant and bar area as well as a dramatic two-story event space with balcony seating, stage, and dedicated service bar - perfect for weddings, banquets, and private events. The property also features a unique outdoor “corral” space, ideal for open-air dining, entertainment, or games. The attached residential unit offers on-site living quarters or additional income potential. With MU3 zoning, the property supports a wide range of potential uses, including hospitality, office, retail, or redevelopment.
Key Highlights:
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8,676+/- total square feet (per town records)
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2.8+/- acres (121,968+/- sq. ft. lot)
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Flexible MU3 zoning
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348'+/- road frontage on Depot Street (VT 11/30)
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Ample parking
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High-visibility location in a major tourist and recreation corridor
Beyond the property itself, the location positions you at the center of one of Vermont’s most dynamic four-season destinations. Manchester is renowned for its vibrant tourism economy, drawing visitors year-round to enjoy its outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and charming village setting. Winter guests flock to nearby ski resorts - including Bromley, Stratton, and Magic Mountain - while warmer months bring hikers and bikers to scenic trails like Lye Brook Falls and Mount Equinox, and golfers to area courses. Fall foliage season sees some of the highest visitor traffic of the year, with breathtaking drives through the Green Mountains.
Cultural and historic landmarks, such as Hildene (the Lincoln family estate), the Southern Vermont Arts Center, and the American Museum of Fly Fishing, enhance the visitor experience, alongside high-end shopping at Manchester Designer Outlets and acclaimed dining throughout the village. Weekly farmers markets, music festivals, and seasonal events keep the area lively and engaged, contributing to a strong local and regional customer base.
Vermont welcomed over 15 million visitors in 2023, who spent more than $4 billion - nearly 10% of the state’s GDP - with tourism supporting over 31,000 jobs statewide. Manchester continues to be one of the state's premier destinations, offering a stable foundation for hospitality-driven ventures.
Whether you're an experienced operator looking to expand, an investor seeking a distinctive asset, or an entrepreneur ready to reimagine the space, 2282 Depot Street offers a compelling opportunity in a thriving Vermont market.
Michael B. Carey - VT AUC Lic. # 057-0060459 | Samantha Kelley - VT RE Lic. # 081.0133082
In Conjunction with TG Glazer, Winhall Real Estate