Back to nature is what you'll get in this year around home! This house has been a full time residence for the original owners who have loved modern conveniences and the country life. The charm of this home could also be great for a seasonal occupant who is looking for a ski getaway or summer retreat. No restrictions on Airbnb and other homes on the street are having success with short term rentals. The house overlooks a pond that grabs the attention of all types of wildlife. The 10+ acre lot also borders a brook and has a seasonal waterfall along the north of the property. The home offers one level living with an open floor plan kitchen dining living area with a gas stove with slate accent. The kitchen offers granite counters and soft close cabinets and includes all appliances. The hardwood hickory floors draw your attention and are one of the more durable hardwoods. The master bedroom is next to a 12x14 bath with a quartz lined shower and laundry. Need another room? The 2nd floor has an open 24x12 loft that could be enclosed or partially enclosed. An insulated/heated attached 26x24 garage has direct access to the side yard that has a gardening area. Worried about being rural? This house has an Autostart whole house Generac propane generator to ease your mind. The power goes out it fires up immediately. The walkout basement has a utility area with a high efficiency hybrid water heater 200 amp elec and additional workshop area. A storage shed is included. Located 25 minutes from Smugglers Notch and 30 Minutes to Jay Peak. 50 Minutes to Burlington.
Renovated country farmhouse with epic valley views and 19 homesteading acres! This 3 bedroom, rural farmhouse is Vermont living to the core. Homestead your heart out! Right on the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail. Fully renovated in early 2000's; roof, windows, insulation, doors, mudroom, deck, siding. Fresh bathroom and kitchen updates in 2025. Entrances off covered porch or mudroom to the open concept main floor. Also traditional front door with stone steps. The kitchen eases to the dining area, which wraps to the living room and back to kitchen and the newly renovated half-bath/laundry. Kitchen, deck and pool face 19 +/- rolling meadows for daily deer and turkey watching. Upstairs are three lovely bedrooms, all with closets, and a full, newly renovated bath with closet. Vintage features and charm are...everywhere. A modern poured concrete foundation basement with high ceilings keeps your gear well lit, sorted and dry. A beast of a basement woodstove cranks out heat in the winter to supplement propane wall unit in living room. The upper high meadows are rolling, suitable for grazing critters. The northern end is more wooded, and a lowland area is fed by a stream: beavers have recently declared ownership and created a pond along the Rail Trail line. Fenced garden with raised beds, and chicken coop currently a short term rental for 3 ducks. Above ground pool lets you watch deer on the hill while floating. Black Creek, that feeds into Lake Champlain, is downhill 100' away. The wooded areas are lovely and rugged; good for foraging, hiking and losing track of an afternoon. 20 minutes to St. Albans.
Set on 10.1 private wooded acres in Bakersfield, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath ranch offers the perfect blend of comfort, recreation, and hobby space. The main home features a beautiful wraparound deck with hot tub, great for enjoying all of the Vermont seasons. Step inside to an open floor plan that offers a variety of space for both everyday living and entertaining guests. The first floor features 2 bedrooms plus a full bathroom and additional half bathroom. A mostly finished walkout basement expands the home's versatility with an additional 2 bedrooms and finished living space with easy access to the backyard. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the property's abundant maple trees for sugaring, private deer hunting cabin and tree stands, and convenient access to nearby VASA and VAST trails. The detached garage is a dream setup for hobbyists and mechanics, featuring 16-foot ceilings, compressed air piping throughout, and an 80-gallon air compressor with retractable hose reel. Above the garage, there is a permitted office space, previously used as a rental space, complete with an additional kitchen, room, and full bathroom. Additional highlights include an owned solar system and numerous recent mechanical upgrades, including conversion to propane with radiant heat, new boilers for both the house and garage in 2023, and a brand-new water heater, providing improved efficiency and added peace of mind. Whether you're looking for a private Vermont retreat, a property that supports your outdoor lifestyle, or the ultimate workshop setup, this unique offering delivers endless possibilities!
The perfect second Home opportunity! Tucked away in Bakersfield and perfectly positioned between Smugglers' Notch and Jay Peak, this completely remodeled Post and Beam retreat sits on ten private acres with a sparkling pond, open lawns, and the kind of quiet that's getting harder to find. Enosburg and St. Albans are both within easy driving distance, and the Canadian border is just a 30 minute drive away. Inside, cathedral ceilings and an open-concept kitchen with butcher block counters set a warm, unfussy tone. French doors open to an expansive back deck overlooking the pond. A wood stove anchors the living room, while mini-splits handle year-round comfort. A main floor bedroom, bath, and laundry offer flexible living. Upstairs: two more bedrooms, a generous sitting loft, and a spa-like bath with soaking tub and heated floors. Outside, a three-car garage/barn with loft storage has room for all your toys — ready for a workshop, hobby farm, or serious garage space. The ATV trail is right out the door, with the VAST trail close by. Mature fruit trees, including apple and crab apple, round out the grounds. Completely remodeled in 2022 — new roof, full electrical, and plumbing. Move-in ready!
Bakersfield is located in Vermont. Bakersfield, Vermont has a population of 1,467. Bakersfield is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 22.03% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 28.56%.
The median household income in Bakersfield, Vermont is $80,223. The median household income for the surrounding county is $68,476 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Bakersfield is 47.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 80.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 4.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 43.9 inches per year, with 88.2 inches of snow per year.
