161 Bessett Rd
Description
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...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.
- Listed by Kris Boyd • Flex Realty • Dan@FlexRealtyVT.com
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Property Details for 161 Bessett Road
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LISTING UPDATED: 06/02/2026 06:30 PM
Property Details for 161 Bessett Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 5078553 |
| Days on Market | 27 |
| Taxes | $10,618 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family |
| Year Built | 2014 |
| Lot Size | 4.60 AC / 200,376 SF |
| County | Franklin County |
Location
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Building Information for 161 Bessett Road
Stories2Year Built2014Building Size-Lot Size4.60 AC / 200,376 SF
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$5,862 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$4,978
Property Taxes
$885
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 161 Bessett Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- City: Fairfax
- County: VT-Franklin
- Directions: North Fairfax Rd past St Albans Reservoir to Bessette and to the end of the road.
- Latitude: 44.766317530763921
- Longitude: -73.044138000000018
- Road Frontage: TBD
- Seasonal: No
- State: VT
- Street Designation: Road
- Zip Code: 05454
Taxes and HOA Information
- SPAN Number: 210-068-11967
- Tax Year: 2026
- Taxes TBD: No
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Capacity: 2.00
- Driveway: Paved
Property
Lot Information
- Lot Features: Country Setting, Field/Pasture, Hilly, Lake View, Landscaped, Level, Mountain View, Open, Recreational, Rolling, Secluded, Sloping, Trail/Near Trail, View, Water View, Mountain, Near Golf Course, Near Paths, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Rural, Near Hospital, Near ATV Trail, Near School(s), Private
- Lot Size Acres: 4.6
- Total Finished Area: 3034.0
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2644.0
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
- Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
- Below Grade Finished Area: 390.0
- Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
- Below Grade Unfinished Area: 932.0
- BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
- Lot Size Square Feet: 200376.0
- Total Area: 3966.0
Property and Assessments
- Property Class: Residential
- Property Type: Single Family
- Construction Status: Existing
- Flood Zone: No
- PreConstruction: No
- Surveyed: Unknown
- Year Built: 2014
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
- Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Conventional Leach Field, Leach Field On-Site, On-Site Septic Exists, Private, Septic Design Available, Soil Test Available, Septic
- Water Source: Drilled Well
- Utilities: Cable at Site, Propane, Telephone Available, Underground Utilities
- Internet: Fiber Optic Internet
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal, Architectural Shingle
Interior Features
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, ENERGY STAR Qual Dishwshr, ENERGY STAR Qual Dryer, Range Hood, Freezer, Microwave, Double Oven, Wall Oven, ENERGY STAR Qual Fridge, ENERGY STAR Qual Washer, Gas Stove, Domestic Water Heater, Gas Water Heater, Owned Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Access Type: Interior
- Basement Description: Climate Controlled, Concrete, Concrete Floor, Daylight, Full, Insulated, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Interior Access, Exterior Access
- Flooring: Bamboo, Ceramic Tile, Combination, Tile
- Heating: Propane, Solar, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Multi Zone, Mini Split
- Cooling: Mini Split
- Total Stories: 2
- Rooms Total: 8
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
- Bedrooms Total: 4
- Bathrooms Total: 3
Property History for 161 Bessett Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2026 | Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5078553 | $1,500,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2026 | Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5078553 | $1,500,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 161 Bessett Road
Taxable ValueLand$122,900Additions$425,500Total$548,400
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size200,376 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyFRANKLINAPN(068) BS0161
Schools near 161 Bessett Road
This home is within Fairfax School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 6 | |||
| Public - | 7 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
BFA Elementary/Middle School PublicPK to 6 | ||
BFA High School - Fairfax Public7 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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