
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, 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.
Location
- Street address
- 161 Bessette Rd
- County
- Franklin County
- Zip code
- 05454
- 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
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
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Solar | Connected |
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 22, 2026 | Price drop | $899,000 | $91,000 -9.2% | NNEREN |
| June 15, 2026 | Price drop | $990,000 | $7,888 -0.8% | NNEREN |
| June 8, 2026 | Price drop | $997,888 | $1,000 -0.1% | NNEREN |
| June 4, 2026 | Price drop | $998,888 | $101,112 -9.2% | NNEREN |
| 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 |



























































