
Land with Home for Sale in Fairfax, Vermont
161 Bessette Rd, Fairfax, VT 05454
Stunning Home with Sweeping Lake Champlain & Adirondack Mountain Views. Wake up every day to breathtaking panoramic views of the lake and watch the sunset from your covered porch. North Eastern views from the back patio to Jay Peak. This beautifully designed modern home is perfectly situated on a huge private lot at the end of a quiet dead-end road. This property offers privacy, thoughtful design, and high-end efficiency features throughout. Step inside to discover light-filled rooms and an expansive open-concept layout designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The heart of the home is a chef’s kitchen featuring hardwood cabinetry, luxury countertops, and an impressive walk-in pantry, all opening seamlessly to the dining and living areas where huge windows frame the incredible mountain and lake views. The main living floor features large living spaces and a versatile flex room, ideal for a home office, guest room, or studio, plus a 3/4 bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find the spacious primary suite, a true retreat with a large walk-in closet and a private en-suite bathroom featuring a soaking tub. 3 additional bedrooms, a shared full bathroom, and the convenience of upstairs laundry. The finished basement provides additional living space with durable vinyl flooring and its own separate entry, perfect for guests, recreation space, or a potential in-law setup. The basement also has direct interior access from the house or the oversized attached garage. Outside, the property shines with an expansive and beautifully landscaped lot complete with raised garden beds, a fire pit, and a covered porch with Trex decking—the perfect place to relax and take in the spectacular scenery. The paved driveway and oversized garage, plus owned solar, add convenience and practicality. This exceptional home combines modern efficiency, thoughtful design, and one-of-a-kind views in a peaceful setting—offering a rare opportunity to enjoy Vermont living at its best.
Location
- Street address
- 161 Bessette Rd
- County
- Franklin County
- Elevation
- 992 feet
Directions
North Fairfax Rd past St Albans Reservoir to Bessette and to the end of the road.
Property details
- Acreage
- 4.6 acres
- MLS #
- NNEREN 5078553
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2026
- $10,618
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Garage, Paved or Surfaced
Structure
- Basement
- Yes
- Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Propane, Solar
- Cooling
- Zoned
- Roof
- Metal, Shingle
Interior
- Room Count
- 8
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 4
- Flooring
- Bamboo, Ceramic Tile, Tile
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Double Oven, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Solar | Connected |
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 11, 2026 | New listing | $1,100,000 | — | NNEREN |
| Mar 13, 2026 | Listing removed | $1,500,000 | — | Listing agent |
| Mar 7, 2026 | New listing | $1,500,000 | — | NNEREN |



























































