$899,000
PENDING

161 Bessette Rd Fairfax, VT 05454

Fairfax Area

Estimated payment $5,999/month

Total Views 9,841
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,417 Sq Ft
$263 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Greenhouse
  • Private Lot
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • 4.6 Acre Lot
  • Bamboo Flooring
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

Welcome to The Stonewall Homestead, a remarkable country retreat where every day begins with breathtaking views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains. Tucked away on 4.6 private acres at the end of a quiet dead-end road, this well-maintained home offers exceptional privacy while remaining just minutes from St. Albans and an easy commute to Burlington.

Oversized windows fill the home with natural light and frame spectacular views from nearly every room. Even washing dishes becomes a pleasure as the kitchen sink overlooks Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks, a view you'll never tire of. The open-concept floor plan is perfect for everyday living and entertaining, featuring quality finishes, a spacious walk-in pantry, and seamless flow between the kitchen, dining, and living areas. A versatile first-floor flex room is ideal for a home office, den, playroom, or guest space.

Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a large walk-in closet and private ensuite with a soaking tub. Three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and second-floor laundry provide room for family and guests.

The partially finished lower level offers additional living space with access from both the home's interior and the oversized attached garage, making it ideal for a recreation room, home gym, office, or possible in-law living.

Outside, enjoy beautifully landscaped grounds with raised garden beds, a fire pit, mature trees, and a covered Trex front porch perfectly positioned to capture unforgettable Vermont sunsets. Owned solar panels, Tesla Powerwall battery backup, heat pumps, and high-speed MC Fiber internet provide exceptional efficiency, comfort, and peace of mind.

If you've been dreaming of incredible views, thoughtful design, energy efficiency, and peaceful country living with modern convenience, The Stonewall Homestead is ready to welcome you home.

Listing Agent

Shannon Kane

CENTURY 21 North East License #082.0134758 Listed on: 07/23/2026

CENTURY 21 North East

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,618

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 4.6 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Woodwork
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Natural Light
  • Blinds
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Bamboo
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Heating System

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Greenhouse

Schools

  • Fairfax Elementary School
  • Bfa/Fairfax Middle School
  • Bfafairfax High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heat Pump System
  • Mini Split Heat Pump
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Propane
  • Drilled Well
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,618

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

4.6 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Display On Internet: Fiber Optic Internet
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
  • ResoLotFeatures: Country Setting, Private
  • Road Frontage Type: Dead End, Public Maintained Road, Public
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • MLS Status: (30) Under Contract - Pending
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2817.0
  • Reso Interior Features: Attic with Hatch/Scuttle, Blinds, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Family, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-in Pantry, Programmable Thermostat, 2nd Floor Laundry
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Timeshare_Or_Fract_Ownrshp: No
  • Basement_Access_Type: Interior
  • Total_Finished_Area: 3417
  • Total_Area: 4529
  • Above_Grade_Unfinished_Area: 0
  • Above_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Below_Grade_Unfinished_Area: 1112
  • Below_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Other
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Double Oven, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Gas Water Heater, Owned Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Bamboo, Ceramic Tile, Tile
  • Basement: Concrete, Concrete Floor, Full, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Basement Stairs
  • Other Equipment: CO Detector, Battery Smoke Detector
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 600.0

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Paved
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Porch, Covered Porch, Greenhouse
  • Roof: Metal, Architectural Shingle
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Concrete, Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Conventional Leach Field, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Heating: Propane, Solar, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Zoned, Mini Split
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Propane, Phone Available, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Drilled Well

Schools

  • Elementary School: Fairfax Elementary School
  • High School: BFAFairfax
  • Middle Or Junior School: BFA/Fairfax Middle School

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.6
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 200376.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10618.12

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,040 $548,400 $122,900 $425,500
2024 -- $548,400 $122,900 $425,500
2023 -- $542,400 $122,900 $419,500
2022 $8,312 $542,400 $122,900 $419,500
2021 $8,402 $396,500 $88,000 $308,500
2020 $8,128 $396,500 $88,000 $308,500
2019 $7,485 $396,500 $88,000 $308,500
2018 $7,410 $396,500 $88,000 $308,500
2017 $7,900 $396,500 $88,000 $308,500
2016 $7,229 $396,500 $88,000 $308,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/15/2026 08/15/26 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2026 07/23/26 For Sale $899,000 -- $263 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

About the Listing Agent

Shannon Kane

CENTURY 21 North East

(802) 780-2210

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Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5101330

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APN: 210-068-11967

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