7.4 Acres in Orwell, VT - $1,699,000
Sunset Lake Estate
This well loved and well maintained family home is now being offered for sale. Sunset Lake is a crystal clear body of water that is said to be the cleanest lake in the State of Vermont. Well stocked with trout and home to just a handful of year round residents, it is a hidden gem! The property consists of two year round residences. The main home, situated on the shores of the Lake, is a very comfortable 3 bedroom 2 bath 2 story home. Sellers have completed many upgrades to the original 1976 structure, including the kitchen the baths, the heating, plumbing and more. This is a turn key property!
The 2nd residence is a cozy one bedroom one bath Bungalow just a few years old.. Radiant heat, separate well and septic make this a wonderful efficient addition.. a few hundred feet away, but just far enough to retain privacy for both !
A large screened in Gazebo sets on the shore with...
A large screened in Gazebo sets on the shore with beautiful views of the Lake and easy accessibility from the main house. There is a garage and a "French Style" changing house included as well. The 740 feet of private shoreline offers wonderful swimming, boating and fishing. The Sellers have put in a docking system and are even including an "almost new" Southbay 25 ft Pontoon boat. Old Town Kayak, with rack, PDF's Gas Grill and more all included.. all set up to enjoy your time at the Lake!
Both residences are super insulated , heating costs are low .. Fiber Optic internet is now available as well.. easily work from home.
The 7.4 acre parcel is nicely landscaped with a good mix of open and wooded areas and room for possibly another home or two. The Bungalow has a nice garden area and a great chicken coop! The property is accessed on a private drive just off Sunset Lake Road.. Benson is set between the two larger towns of Middlebury and Rutland ( 40 min or less) It is about an hour to Burlington and a little over an hour to several ski areas. A town of a little over 1000 residents we have a great elementary school and the High School is 20 min away in Fair Haven. Volunteer Fire Dept, Rescue Squad availability, mail box on the road .. all add up to a friendly way of life. This is indeed a unique, "one of a kind" property that will serve your family for generations to come!
