Listed by The Gardner Group • RE/MAX North Professionals. Bought with KW Vermont.
Off Market Nov 2025 for $528K
$567,365
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$3,325/mo
2
bd
•
1 ba
•
968
sq ft
162 Maquam Shore Rd, Swanton, VT 05488
About this home
Welcome to this peaceful lakeside retreat. This 2 bedroom with loft cottage has been completely transformed, step inside and enjoy lakeside views from every angle. The cozy living room features a custom wood ceiling, a propane fireplace with a tiled surround, and a rustic barn board mantel. An open floor plan fills the home with natural light, while the spacious dining area easily accommodates gatherings perfect for meals or board games on rainy days. The updated kitchen is a true showpiece, boasting a vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling, modern lighting, new cabinetry, solid surface countertops, a deep porcelain farmhouse sink, herringbone tile backsplash, open farmhouse shelving, and a custom-built coffee bar with abundant storage. The bathroom offers a spa-like experience with a walk-in tiled shower and rainfall showerhead, complemented by a custom vanity and vessel sink. Two comfortable bedrooms are located on the first floor, with a newly added sleeping loft upstairs, allowing the home to comfortably sleep 8–10 guests. Luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout for durability and style. With three heat sources, this retreat is perfect for year-round enjoyment, whether summer days on the lake or cozy winter nights by the fire. Outside you have a great lawn space for entertaining or watching sunsets and sunrises as well as beach access for boating and kayaking. Cottage has a successful rental history, or enjoy it all yourself!
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$586Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by The Gardner Group• RE/MAX North Professionals
Current owners have transformed this property into a peaceful lakeside getaway. Immediately upon walking into this lakeside property you will feel completely relaxed. Entering thru the front door you will notice the large lake side windows that allow a view of the lake from nearly almost anywhere inside. The cozy living room has a custom wood ceiling, propane burning fireplace with tiled surround and barn board mantle. An open floor plan allows for lots of natural light throughout. The dining area is large enough for a good-sized table, perfect for large dinners or camp games too. The kitchen was updated to include a vaulted tongue and groove ceiling, new lighting, new cabinets, new appliances, solid surface countertops with a deep porcelain farmhouse sink, hearing bone tiled back splash, open farmhouse shelving and a custom-made coffee bar with plenty of storage. Walking into the modern bathroom feels like you've walked into a spa! A walk-in tiled shower with a rainfall showerhead, custom made bathroom vanity with a vessel sink. Two good sized bedrooms also occupy the first floor and a new sleeping loft on the upper floor. Luxury vinyl plank flooring installed throughout. Enjoy this lakeside retreat in both summer and winter with two heat sources to keep you cozy. Sleeps 8-10 comfortably. Owners have updated almost every surface in this camp-see attached list of updates. Owner is a licensed real estate agent. Delayed showings until 6/10/22
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
768
Year built
1957
Style
Other
County
Franklin County
APN
63920111757
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Basement Information
None
Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 6
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl Plank
Equipment & Appliance Information
Microwave, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Water Heater-Gas-LP/Bttle, Water Heater - On Demand, Water Heater - Owned
Room 1 Information
Living Room
Living Room
Dimensions: 22'3" x 10'
Level: 1
Room 2 Information
Dining Room
Dimensions: 9'7" x 11'3"
Level: 1
Room 3 Information
Kitchen
Dimensions: 7'7" x 11'3"
Level: 1
Room 4 Information
3/4 Bath
Dimensions: 5'11" x 11'3"
Level: 1
Room 5 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 8'3" x 9'8"
Level: 1
Room 6 Information
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Dimensions: 14'10" x 9'8"
Level: 1
Room 7 Information
Loft
Dimensions: 23'1" x 9'8"
Level: 2
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Cottage/Camp
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Exterior
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 968
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 968
Roof: Membrane, Shingle
Driveway
Crushed Stone
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Easements: Unknown
Lot Features: Beach Access, Lake Access, Lake Frontage, Lake View, Recreational, Water View, Waterfront
Survey Information
Surveyed: Unknown
Boat, Moorage, and Water Information
Water Body Name: Lake Champlain
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1957
Water View: Yes
Water View: Y
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Rights: Exclusively Owned
Water Body Name: Champlain Lake
Water Body Access: Yes
Beach Access, Directly Adjoining
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Year Notes: 2025/2026
Gross Amount Tax: 7265.13
SPAN Number: 639-201-11757
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 531-532
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Mini Split
Heat: Propane, Electric, Heat Pump, Wall Units
Sewer Information
Concrete, On-Site Septic Exists, Septic
Electric Information
Electric Company: Swanton Electric
Circuit Breaker(s)
Water Information
Water Restrictions: Unknown
Water Frontage Length: 100
Water Source: Public
Other Utilities Information
Internet: Internet - Cable
Cable Company: Xfinity
Fuel Company: Jack Corse Propane
Cable
Location
School Information
School District: Missisquoi Valley UHSD 7
Elementary School: Swanton School
Elementary School: Swanton School
Middle/Jr School: Missisquoi Valley Union Jshs
School - High: Missisquoi Valley UHSD #7
Road Information
Road Frontage Type: Paved, Public, Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 100
Other Location Information
Directions: From I-89 take Exit 20 to VT-207 toward St Albans/US-7; turn right onto US-7 N; left onto Comstock Road; right onto County Road; left onto Janes Road; right onto Maquam Shore Road/VT-36; cottage is on your left.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 768
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Franklin County
APN: 63920111757
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026