Canaan, VT | 517 River Road

Christie's International Real Estate
$325,000
MLS#: 5099938
1,822
Sq Ft
15.05
Acres
2
Baths
3
Bedrooms
General Property Information
Property Status
Active
Price
$325, 000
Property Type
Single Family
County
VT-Essex
Agency / Brokerage
Heather Little
A Notch Above Real Estate LLC
List Date
7/14/2026 8:00 PM
Acres
15.05
Year Built
2001
Bedrooms
3
Total Baths
2
Sq. Ft. (Total)
1,822
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$3,986

Description

Surrounded by nature and offering views from every angle, this distinctive 3 bedroom, 2 bath octagon home is a rare opportunity to own a truly unique property. Situated on approximately 15 private acres, this home provides the perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and year-round recreation. The home's unique octagon design creates an inviting, open living space filled with natural light, while every window showcases the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding after a day of adventure, you'll appreciate the peaceful setting in every season. The finished lower level features two bedrooms and offers additional space with endless possibilities. Create a spacious family room, game room, home theater, fitness area, home office, or entertainment space; the unfinished areas are ready for your personal touch to make the home your own. Step outside to enjoy the small pond, abundant wildlife, and the privacy of your wooded acreage. With nearby ATV trail access and direct VAST snowmobile trail access, this property is perfectly suited for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a four-season retreat. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a vacation home, or a recreational getaway, this one-of-a-kind property offers privacy, character, and incredible natural beauty.

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Interior Features
# Of Stories
2
Sq. Ft. (Total)
1,822
Sq. Ft. (Above Ground)
1,822
Sq. Ft. (Below Ground)
0
Sq. Ft. Unfinished
1,458
Rooms
8
Bedrooms
3
Baths
2
Interior Desc
Bar, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, 1 Fireplace, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Living, Laundry Hook-ups, Living/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Soaking Tub, Indoor Storage, Vaulted Ceiling, Wood Stove Hook-up, 1st Floor Laundry
Heating
Oil, Baseboard, Wood Stove
Basement Desc
Concrete, Concrete Floor, Frost Wall, Full, Partially Finished, Interior Stairs, Walkout, Interior Access, Exterior Access, Basement Stairs

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Exterior Features
Style of Residence
Octagon
Time Share
No
Resort
No
Exterior Details
Outbuilding, Covered Porch
Land Desc.
Country Setting, Level, Timber, Trail/Near Trail, Wooded, Near Snowmobile Trails, Near ATV Trail, Private
Roof Desc.
Metal
Driveway Desc.
Dirt
Foundation Desc.
Concrete
Sewer Desc.
Private, Septic
Garage / Parking
No
Garage Spaces
0
Road Frontage
1,005
Zoning
Town of Canaan
Elementary School
Canaan School
Middle School
Canaan Schools

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