$15M Vermont estate with underground tunnel and secret rooms goes up for auction

A luxurious Vermont mansion that features a climate-controlled underground tunnel, reinforced concrete vault, and a host of over-the-top amenities has been put on the auction block—with no minimum bid and no reserve.​That means that the homeowners, Adam and Sarah Hergenrother, are handing over the property to the highest bidder, regardless of price.​Located in Stowe, VT, the property known as The Preserve at Wade Pasture sits behind the gates of one of the town’s most prestigious mountain enclaves, Robinson Springs.Guests are welcomed to the property by an antique red Stowe Mountain Resort gondola.“An offering of this caliber is seldom available—don’t let it slip away,” the listing teases.​The extraordinary estate was designed “as a private family sanctuary where craftsmanship, engineering, recreation, and nature exist in remarkable harmony,” a press release states.​The 10,000-square-foot residence features a concrete underground tunnel that leads to the lavish sports complex.

This 7,000-square-foot sports barn is equipped with a heated turf, making it ideal for playing tennis, pickleball, golf, or other activities.An outdoor court is also available for tennis, pickleball, or basketball.The grounds also consist of a heated pool with a natural stone wall, a winter sledding hill, and a 14-foot-deep spring-fed swimming pond accompanied by a 12-foot diving rock.  “This is not simply another luxury home,” says Stacey Torrey, vice president of Integrity Luxury Real Estate Auctions.

“The Preserve at Wade Pasture was built to become a legacy property—one designed for generations of family gatherings, recreation, and unforgettable experiences.“It offers a level of craftsmanship, privacy, and lifestyle that is exceptionally difficult to replicate today.”​The first-floor primary suite offers nature views and a spa-level bath experience.A secret door within the suite leads to the underground tunnel.  ​Offering five bedroo...