This thoughtfully updated and energy-efficient home offers comfort, convenience, and perfectly balances proximity to downtown amenities with a peaceful setting. Featuring a spacious fenced yard with raised garden beds, an expansive deck for entertaining as well as gated access to your private trail leading to river frontage that is ideal for fishing or meditating to the sounds of nature. This property offers direct access to nearby outdoor recreation (including Dog Mountain, the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail, and the Town Forest). The home has excellent solar potential, and south-facing living spaces provide abundant natural light and passive solar warmth throughout the winter months. Appliances and will convey with the home. Inside, you'll find wood floors, a well appointed kitchen, a bright living room, an efficient heat pump water heater, upgraded 100 amp electric panel with arc fault breakers, newer windows, and bedrooms overlooking the backyard and river. The detached garage / workshop space adds flexibility for hobbies, projects, or extra storage. Conveniently located near shops, restaurants, and local attractions, while also benefiting from access to the world renowned St. Johnsbury Academy, attracting students and families from across the globe. An ideal opportunity for full-time living, relocation, or a Vermont getaway. Please allow a little extra time for response to offers as this is a short sale requiring approval of both the seller and the bank for contract acceptance.