161 Bessett Rd

Fairfax, VT 05454

$899,000
Price
4
Beds
3,417 Sq. Ft.
$263 / Sq. Ft.
3,417
Sq. Ft.
$263
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Shannon Kane • CENTURY 21 North East

Property Details for 161 Bessett Road

Zoning
residential
LISTING UPDATED: 07/24/2026 08:48 PM

Property Details for 161 Bessett Road

StatusActive
MLS #5101330
Days on Market2
Taxes$10,618 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built2014
Lot Size4.60 AC / 200,376 SF
CountyFranklin County
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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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$5,454 per month

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Principal and Interest

$4,570

Property Taxes

$885

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 161 Bessett Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Fairfax
  • County: VT-Franklin
  • Latitude: 44.766348000001003
  • Longitude: -73.044138000000004
  • Road Frontage: TBD
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: VT
  • Street Designation: Road
  • Zip Code: 05454
Taxes and HOA Information
  • SPAN Number: 210-068-11967
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Taxes TBD: No
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2.00
  • Driveway: Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Country Setting, Private
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.6
  • Total Finished Area: 3417.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2817.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 600.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1112.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Other
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 200376.0
  • Total Area: 4529.0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: No
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Year Built: 2014
  • School District: Fairfax School District
  • High School: BFA Fairfax High School
  • Middle/Jr School: BFA/Fairfax Middle School
  • Elementary School: Fairfax Elementary School
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Conventional Leach Field, Private, Septic
  • Water Source: Drilled Well
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Propane, Telephone Available, Underground Utilities
  • Internet: Fiber Optic Internet
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Metal
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, ENERGY STAR Qual Dishwshr, ENERGY STAR Qual Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Double Oven, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qual Fridge, Washer, ENERGY STAR Qual Washer, Gas Water Heater, Owned Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Basement Stairs, Concrete, Concrete Floor, Full, Interior Access, Partially Finished
  • Flooring: Bamboo, Ceramic Tile, Tile
  • Heating: Propane, Solar, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Multi Zone, Mini Split
  • Cooling: Multi Zone
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Rooms Total: 14
  • 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

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5101330

$899,000—
Jul 2, 2026

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #5078553

—
Mar 12, 2026

Withdrawn

New England Real Estate Network #5078553

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/23/2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5101330

$899,000
07/02/2026

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #5078553

—
03/12/2026

Withdrawn

New England Real Estate Network #5078553

—

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
BFA Elementary/Middle School
Public - PK to 6
BFA High School - Fairfax
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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More information about 161 Bessett Road, Fairfax, VT 05454

161 Bessett Road is a single family home for sale in Fairfax, VT 05454. This property was listed for sale on July 23, 2026 by CENTURY 21 North East, it's currently listed at $899,000. This listing's school district is Fairfax School District. Nearby schools include BFA Elementary/Middle School and BFA High School - Fairfax. 161 Bessett Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,417 sqft single family home built in 2014.

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