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Land with Home for Sale in Fairfax, Vermont

161 Bessette Rd, Fairfax, VT 05454

$899,000
4.6 acres
Active sale
$91k drop
Est $5,478/mo

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, a versatile flex room ideal for a home office, guest room, or studio, and 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 a separate entry, perfect for guests, recreation, or a potential in-law set up w/ 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. Live in the country, work in the city, 10 mins to St Albans, 30 to UVM, and 75 mins to Montreal.

3,034
Sq feet
4
Beds
2
Full baths
1
3/4 bath
2014
Built

Location

Street address
161 Bessette Rd
Zip code
05454
Elevation
992 feet
Coordinates
44.7663, -73.0441

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

Lot

Features
Country Setting, Field/Pasture, Hilly, Lake View, Landscaped, Level, Mountain, Mountain View, Near ATV Trail, Near Golf Course, Near Hospital, Near Paths, Near School(s), Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Open, Private, Recreational, Rolling, Rural, Secluded, Sloping, Trail/Near Trail, View, Water View

Exterior

Parking
Garage
Fencing
Partial
Pool
Porch
Structures
Greenhouse, Storage
Features
Covered Porch, ENERGY STAR Qual Doors, ENERGY STAR Qual Windows, Garden Space, Natural Shade, Partial Fence, Shed

Structure

Stories
2
Water
Well
Heating
Baseboard, Ductless, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Propane, Solar
Cooling
Zoned
Materials
Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Roof
Metal, Shingle

Interior

Room Count
8
Rooms
Basement, Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 4, Dining Room, Family Room
Flooring
Bamboo, Combination, Tile, Tile-Ceramic
Appliances
Domestic Water Heater, Double Oven, ENERGY STAR Qual Dishwshr, ENERGY STAR Qual Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qual Fridge, ENERGY STAR Qual Washer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Stove, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Owned Water Heater, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Wall Oven
Features
2nd Floor Laundry, Attic With Hatch/Scuttle, Blinds, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Indoor Storage, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Family, Kitchen/Living, Living/Dining, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Primary BRW/BA, Programmable Thermostat, Responsive Lite Contrl(s), Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Window Treatment

Property utilities

CategoryTypeStatus
PowerSolarConnected
GasPropaneConnected

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
June 22, 2026Price drop$899,000$91,000 -9.2%NNEREN
June 15, 2026Price drop$990,000$7,888 -0.8%NNEREN
June 8, 2026Price drop$997,888$1,000 -0.1%NNEREN
June 4, 2026Price drop$998,888$101,112 -9.2%NNEREN
May 11, 2026New listing$1,100,000NNEREN
Mar 13, 2026Listing removed$1,500,000Listing agent
Mar 7, 2026New listing$1,500,000NNEREN
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This 4.6-acre property is located at 161 Bessette Rd in Fairfax, VT 05454. The property is available for sale, priced at $899,000. It has a 3,034 square foot 4-bedroom, 3-bath house built in 2014.

Listed by Flex Realty, (802) 578-8885

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