Forest of Life Farm Cooperative - 38 acres for lease/other, with housing - Andover, VT

The Land

Property owner

Farmer or farm family

Location

Andover, Vermont

Total number of acres available with this property

38

Acres of cropland or tillable land

6.8

Acres of pasture

1

Acres of forested land

30

Other open and/or non-farmable land

Large Commercial Greenhouse 36x90 feet
Propagation Tunnel 24X48 feet
Growing Terraces (@ 1.5 acres)
Open Fields (1.5 acres)

Farm Information

Water sources present

Available

Types of water sources present

  • Shallow well or spring reservoir
  • Irrigation system
  • River/stream
  • Other

Water sources details

Gravity fed, solar powered greenhouse rainwater catchment system with drip hose system in large hoop house as well as a shallow well irrigation system. Rain collection system can hold 5,000 gallons.

Barns, sheds or other structures

Available

Farm infrastructure details

Farm equipment and garden/greenhouse tools. Walk behind tiller, chicken coops, runs and fencing materials.

Farmer housing

Available

Farmer housing details

Tiny house. Suitable for a single person or couple only.

Equipment and machinery

Available

Equipment and machinery details

Walk behind tiller. Currently focused on minimal to no-till approaches.

Is the property enrolled in a current use or other state program that affects property taxes?

No

Is the property protected with any type of Conservation Easement?

No

Is there a forest management plan for forestland on the available property?

No

Is the property certified organic, or does it qualify for organic certification under federal organic regulations?

No

Tenure Arrangement

Tenure arrangement

  • Property for lease
  • Other tenure arrangement

Property for lease

1-3 year leases available with access to commercial greenhouses and possible tiny house rental or partial labor for housing exchange.

Other tenure arrangement

Farm Manager of independent venture registered under an associated LLC

Additional Information

We’re currently looking for the right person - or team - to lease and steward this special place through a new chapter of regenerative farming and community engagement.

About the Farm:
Forest of Life Farm is located in Andover, Vermont at about 1800 ft elevation. It’s a former cut flower and permaculture teaching farm, with rich soil terraces, two greenhouses (one 36x90 ft and a smaller propagation house), and a wide array of tools and equipment for no-till growing. The smaller greenhouse has a propane heater in place that just needs to be hooked up; otherwise, both houses are unheated. We've grown everything from perennial herbs and peonies to early starts and hearty crops, and the infrastructure is here to support diverse cultivation - from flowers to veggies to medicinal herbs and beyond.

What’s Onsite:

  • Terraced beds for no-till or hand-scale farming
  • Commercial-size greenhouse (36x90) with good airflow
  • Smaller propagation house (with heater ready to be connected)
  • Walk-behind tiller and full no-till tool kit (broadforks, tarps, etc.)
  • Access to compost and water systems
  • Fruit trees, wild edibles, forest edge gardens
  • Beautiful views and pollinator-friendly plantings

Housing Possibilities:
We’re finishing a cozy and beautifully designed off-grid tiny house that could be part of the lease, ideal for someone who’s comfortable living simply and close to the land. We're also open to renting out the larger farmhouse to a more experienced grower who may want to anchor a longer-term vision here. We’re flexible and very interested in finding the right fit - someone who values this land and wants to grow something meaningful.

What We're Looking For:
We're not just seeking a renter, but a collaborator. We'd love to work with someone who has farming experience, a passion for regenerative or organic practices, and perhaps an interest in hosting community workshops or classes (which we’re eager to support). Whether you’re a solo grower, a couple, or a small team - if you’re dreaming of deepening your relationship to land and community, we’d love to talk.

We’re also open to co-creating a more cooperative or hybrid model, depending on your vision, experience, and seasonal or long-term plans. This could include profit-sharing, joint workshops, CSA programming, or educational offerings.

Next Steps:
If this resonates with you, please get in touch with a bit about your background, your farming experience, and what kind of arrangement you’re looking for. We’re happy to answer any questions and can schedule a call or farm visit to explore possibilities.

Looking forward to hearing from you!
 

Visit forestoflifefarm.com or email us at [email protected] to start the conversation.

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