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Gambrel Barn House
28 X 38 feet | 1790 | Danby, Vermont
This early gambrel barn home is a rare find in Vermont. The frame is gunstock, and is constructed with Beech and American Chestnut. It originally had a massive central chimney and fireplace.
Details:
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1825 square feet with second floor
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Unusual arched collar ties on spacious second floor
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Rare gunstock posts on second floor
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Includes 5 original, 38-foot Chestnut beams!
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Original wall sheathing and flooring available. Vintage roof boards can be sourced.
Possibilities:
This timber frame would make a magnificent two floor house or a majestic great room addition.
Read more about this frame on our blog:
 Gambrel Barn HouseThe gambrel style makes a very large second floor |  Gambrel Barn HouseThe rafters and floor joists are sawn, while all the posts and beams are hand hewn |  Gambrel Barn HouseNotice the arched collar ties |
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 Gambrel Barn HouseThis frame has large 'summer' beams running down the building to support floor joists |
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