144 Blackberry RidgeWilliston, VT 05495Sale Price: $600,000

This home's calling card is its location, tucked away on 4.8 completely private acres in the heart of Williston, yet just minutes from I-89, shopping, movies, restaurants, and downtown Burlington. The approach is via a tear-shaped driveway, which is where you first get a sense of the intimate surroundings and privacy. The front door opens to a 2-story cathedral ceiling, with a home office to the right and living room to the left, both with hardwood hickory flooring. The living room's floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace is the focal point, and contains a made-in-Vermont Hearthstone soapstone wood stove. From the living room, step up to a formal dining room, with a bay window and views of the expansive back yard. The adjacent kitchen has plenty of counter and cupboard space and an eat-at bar. A 3-season sunroom is where you'll spend hours enjoying the breeze on a warm summer day. It opens out to a wrap-around deck overlooking the backyard that's ideal for barbecues, corn hole, croquet, whatever lawn games strike your fancy. A primary suite is on the second floor, along with 2 more bedrooms and a full bath. The 2-car extra-large garage will accommodate vehicles, sporting goods, lawn equipment, and all your special toys, and an unfinished basement will store any extras. Or finish it to be more living space.Many mechanical aspects have been replaced or updated, such as the roof, septic system, and boiler. (Solar panels on roof are leased)