3077 west shore

Located on the West Shore of Isle La Motte, Island Farm is the ultimate lakefront pastoral retreat. Sited on over 12 acres with perennial gardens, stone walls, fenced meadows, pasture, forest , horse barn, and a “you have got to be kidding me” gradual sand and shale beach overlooking Lake Champlain. The 7 bedroom 5 bath Gambrel Farmhouse has been beautifully renovated and maintained throughout w/ rustic timbers, softwood floors, rich woodwork, and old world charm. The kitchen is nicely appointed, anchored by an Island with wide pine floors, bay window over the sink, open shelving, and beautiful cabinetry. The formal dining room and living room have douglas fir flooring and can accomodate large gatherings with lake views, gas fireplace, and vintage crown moulding. The family room has white pine floors, beadboard cabinets, gas fireplace, and sliders to a wrap around rear deck. There are two master bedrooms, one on each floor and most of the other bedrooms have ensuite baths. You will linger, mesmerized by the blazing sunsets from lakeside screened porch every Autumn. The 4 car 24x40 detached garage offers plenty of space for marine gear, boats, cars, tractors, and includes 900 sq.ft. of storage on the 2nd floor. The rear acreage is partially fenced with trails through the meadow and forest. The property has an excellent rental history / income and has been lovingly maintained and managed by the Daly family for generations.