Chelsea, VT

Set in the valley along the First Branch of the White River, Chelsea is a classic Vermont village that serves as the county seat for Orange County. Daily life centers around two picturesque town greens surrounded by historic brick and frame buildings, a steepled church, the town library, and the county courthouse. With a few hundred residents living in the village center, it offers a quiet, neighborly atmosphere where everyday routines move at a relaxed pace.

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Getting around is simple, with Route 110 following the river through the valley and Route 113 providing an easy connection east toward the Connecticut River and the Upper Valley. Local students attend the First Branch Unified District, which shares campuses between Chelsea and neighboring Tunbridge, keeping pre-K and grades 5 through 8 right in town. It is an appealing, scenic spot to settle down if you are looking for historic character, mountain valley views, and a tight-knit rural community.