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161 Johns River Drive, Derby, VT 05829

$989,000
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BEDS5 BATHS4 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET4,397 MLS#5081755
STATUSActive PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SCHOOLOrleans Essex North

Listing Courtesy of: Century 21 Farm Forest
Agency Phone: 802-334-1200
Associate Name: Nicholas Maclure
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Property Description

Set along the shores of Lake Memphremagog in Derby, this bright and thoughtfully designed home offers a rare combination of quality craftsmanship, recreation, and scenic beauty. Built in 2009, the property sits on 1.29 acres with direct access to the recreational path right from your backyard?connecting you to the Memphremagog Trails, Bluffside Farm, Eagle Point Wildlife Refuge, and Lake Memphremagog. Inside, the home features a warm and inviting layout with maple hardwood and travertine floors, solid wood doors, and detailed custom finishes throughout. The kitchen is well-equipped with cherry cabinetry, stainless appliances, and a generous island that flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas. Large glass doors capture sweeping lake and mountain views while filling the space with natural light. Designed with gathering in mind, the outdoor living area includes a spacious deck, pergola, and an in-ground pool with cabana?ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy shared lake access with 50 feet of frontage (leased with a neighboring property owner), complete with a dock. The main level also includes a welcoming foyer, formal dining, sitting room with gas fireplace, and a mudroom off the heated two-car garage. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a spa-like bath and private balcony positioned perfectly for sunset views. Additional bedrooms provide ample space for guests, including multiple en suite options. A finished third level creates a great retreat, office or lounge space. The full basement offers excellent potential for expansion, with partially finished walls and open space ideal for a gym, recreation room, or future theater. If you are looking for an easy move, furnishings are negotiable (see list of available items). Property is located just a short drive to Jay Peak Resort and near VAST and VASA Trails, and Newport Country Club so here is your opportunity to enjoy lake living with year-round recreation.

161 Johns River Drive | MLS# 5081755

This single family home located at 161 Johns River Drive, Derby, VT 05829 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $989,000. This property was built in 2009 and has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 partial baths with 4397 sq. ft. Johns River Drive is located within the Orleans Essex North school district. Search Derby real estate on debrees.masiellogrouprealestate.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Concrete, Concrete Floor, Full, Insulated, Partially Finished, Interior Stairs, Storage Space, Unfinished, Interior Access
Cooling: Mini Split
Fenced: Yes
Garage: 2 car attached
Heating: Propane, Wood, Alternative Heat Stove, Baseboard, Heat
Home Style: Contemporary
Lot Size: 1.29 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt Shingle
Stories: 3.0
Taxes: $12,272
Year Built: 2009

Amenities

Central Vacuum
Gas Fireplace
Wood Fireplace
2 Fireplaces
Furnished
Kitchen Island
Kitchen/Dining
Laundry Hook-ups
Primary BR w/ BA
Wood Stove Hook-up
2nd Floor Laundry
Boat Slip/Dock
Deck
Partial Fence 
Garden Space
In-Ground Pool
Shed
Storage

Feature Descriptions

Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Mini Fridge, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Baths 1/2: 1
Baths 3/4: 2
Baths Full: 2
Color: Blue
Construction: Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior, Spray Foam Insulation
Construction Status: Existing
Days on Site: 15
Driveway: Brick/Pavers, Paved
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breaker(s)
Equipment: Wood Stove
Exterior: Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior, Spray Foam Insulatio
Flood Zone: No
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
Foundation: Concrete, Poured Concrete
Lot: Lake Access, Lake Frontage, Lake View, Landscaped, Level, Mountain View, Trail/Near Trail, View, Walking Trails, Water View, Near Paths
Nearby Bodies of Water: Memphremagog Lake
Number of Rooms: 15
Parking: Auto Open, Direct Entry, Finished, Heated Garage, Driveway, Garage, Parking Spaces 6+, Attached
Road Frontage: 229
Roads: Gravel, Private Road, Privately Maintained
Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Leach Field, Conventional Leac
Sq. Ft. Above Grade Finished: 4397
Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 4397
Total Stories: 3
Water: Drilled Well, Private
Water Access: Yes
Water Body Type: Lake
Water Frontage: 50
Water Rights: Shared
Water View: Yes
Zoning: Residential

Local Schools

High School: North Country Union High Sch
Middle School: North Country Junior High
Elementary School: Derby Elementary
School District: Orleans Essex North

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Agency Name: Century 21 Farm Forest
Agency Phone: 802-334-1200
Agent Name: Nicholas Maclure

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