79 Waugh Farm RoadSwanton, VT 05488Price: $429,000

Welcome to this well-maintained and consistently updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home on 1.12 acres in a peaceful country setting. Enter through the state-approved handicap ramp into the enclosed porch, where labeled screens swap in for summer and labeled plexiglass panels keep it cozy in winter. Enjoy the fire-safe designated grilling area year-round. French doors lead into a kitchen with an eat-at island, new backsplash, hickory cabinets, and a spacious pantry under the stairs. The first floor offers a bright family room with a new picture window, wood floors, two bedrooms, and a full bath. The open loft features new flooring, iron-rail balcony, abundant natural light, a beautifully maintained pellet stove, and a half bath. The finished basement includes one bedroom, a bonus space, washer and dryer, Toyotomi on-demand hot water, an additional pellet stove, and a walkout bulkhead. The home is freshly primed, with Renewal by Andersen windows in the bedrooms and central vac. Outside offers wildlife views, raised garden beds, a 12x12 storage shed, ample parking, horseshoe driveway, and a 2-car garage with 100-amp power. Conveniently located near I-89, shopping, restaurants, hospital, and outdoor recreation - including nearby river and lake Champlain access for fishing, kayaking. 15 minutes to Hard'Ack Recreation Area for skiing, and snowmobiling trails are nearby. Walking distance to MVUHS. Only minutes to the interstate for an easy commute to Burlington or Montreal, Canada.