1194 Windmill Point RoadAlburgh, VT 05440Price: $849,000

Magnificent, private, and perfectly positioned on the west-facing shores of Lake Champlain, this exceptional 12-plus-acre property offers ever changing views, peaceful surroundings, and more than 1,300 feet of shoreline. Listen to the waves, feel the lake breezes, from the deck, and enjoy spectacular sunsets from this lovingly maintained home, ideal as a year-round residence or a private country retreat. With the water's edge just steps away, you can easily access the beach or stroll along the expansive shoreline framed by mature trees and beautifully maintained lawns. The inviting interior features a custom hearth with a first-floor wood-stove insert, and a stunning lake-view primary bedroom with cathedral ceiling, wood-burning stone fireplace, and a private second-floor balcony-perfect for morning coffee or taking in the scenery. There is another bedroom upstairs, accessed via its own stairway, and a first-floor bedroom as well. A 40-by-24-foot barn adds versatile space for storage, hobbies, or future possibilities. Abundant wildlife, including birds and the occasional fox, enhances the tranquil, park-like setting. Conveniently located within an hour of Burlington, Montreal, and minutes from New York, this extraordinary lakeside property offers privacy, beauty, and the best of four-season living.