Orvis Headquarters Campus, is located at the intersection of Route 7 at Exit #3 between Bennington & Manchester, VT, in Sunderland, VT, which is in the SW corner of the State of Vermont, it is approximately an hour drive northeast to Albany Airport in NY. The Building was constructed 1998/1999 at a cost of $10 M and situated on 351.88 Acres. The Site is improved with a 58,000 sq ft 3-story building for 200 occupants, water and septic built for 325+ occupants, expansion possible. Site improvements include signage, underground utilities, landscaping, a large pond with a bridge to an island, and parking for 238 vehicles. The building and grounds continue to be well-maintained. The eco-friendly building also has a solar panels on the roof.
The building served Orvis very well for many years. However, with the change in virtual office technologies and the outcome of the COVID-19 pandemic, with workers becoming more remote to central offices, Orvis no longer has a need for this large office building. Orvis still occupies the third floor, but plans to move out eventually; they can vacate in 30-60 days if needed. Furniture on site is negotiable.
This is an excellent adaptive reuse opportunity based on the zoning district governing this location. 178 Conservation Way offers many possibilities including housing, R&D, manufacturing, innovation space, medical research, elderly care facility, storage facility to name just a few options in addition to the current Office use. The picturesque location, seren lake, and sprawling, manicured grounds makes this property attractive to many uses. The open Floor Plan is also a plus.
Currently assessed value is $6.6M, the sales price is $5.85M or $100 Per sq ft. An OUTSTANDING BUY in anyones book. Orvis is offering OWNER FINANCING w/$2.5 M down.