161 Bessette Rd Fairfax, VT 05454
Estimated payment $5,741/month
Highlights
- Greenhouse
- 4.6 Acre Lot
- Secluded Lot
- Lake View
- Hilly Lot
- Bamboo Flooring
About This Home
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.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,618
Year Built
- Built in 2014
Lot Details
- 4.6 Acre Lot
- Rural Setting
- Partially Fenced Property
- Landscaped
- Secluded Lot
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Hilly Lot
- Mountainous Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 1 to 5 Parking Spaces
Property Views
- Lake
- Mountain
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
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
- Blinds
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Open Floorplan
- Dining Area
- Storage
- Attic
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Built-In Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
- Freezer
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Bamboo
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Basement
- Heated Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Basement Storage
- Natural lighting in basement
Home Security
- Smart Thermostat
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Greenhouse
- Shed
Location
- Property near a hospital
- Property is near golf course, schools, and shops
Utilities
- Mini Split Air Conditioners
- Zoned Heating
- 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
- Perc Test On File For Septic Tank
- Septic Tank
- Septic Design Available
- Private Sewer
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Solar Heating System
- Pasture
Community Details
- Snowmobile Trail
- Trails
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | -- | $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 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/22/2026 06/22/26 | Price Changed | $899,000 | -9.2% | $296 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2026 06/15/26 | Price Changed | $990,000 | -0.8% | $326 / Sq Ft |
| 06/08/2026 06/08/26 | Price Changed | $997,888 | -0.1% | $329 / Sq Ft |
| 05/26/2026 05/26/26 | Price Changed | $998,888 | -9.2% | $329 / Sq Ft |
| 05/11/2026 05/11/26 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -26.7% | $363 / Sq Ft |
| 03/12/2026 03/12/26 | Off Market | $1,500,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/07/2026 03/07/26 | For Sale | $1,500,000 | -- | $494 / Sq Ft |
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MLS Number: 5078553
APN: 210-068-11967
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