Properties Near 231 Hancock Road Brighton, VT

Discover an extraordinary property in the NEK, where Hancock Pond serves as your stunning front yard. This tranquil retreat offers a clear water view, with no neighboring camps in sight, allowing you to fully enjoy the natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Built in 2003, the log home exudes rustic charm with 1,328 sq ft of elegantly finished living space. The main level showcases an open layout highlighted by cathedral ceiling in the living and dining areas, and an abundance of windows ensures the pond view is visible from nearly every seat. The kitchen is well-appointed with cherry cabinets and a central island that accommodates four or more guests. A convenient three-quarter bath with laundry facilities is also on this level. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious sleeping loft and cozy secondary bedroom. The full concrete walk-out basement provides ample storage for outdoor gear, lawn tools, and more. When not fishing or paddling on the pond, you can relax on the inviting wrap-around covered porch. The property is conveniently located just 5 miles from the heart of Island Pond, where you can stock up on groceries, savor a delightful meal, and engage in various community events. A mere 20-minute drive in the opposite direction leads you to the village of East Burke, home to Kingdom Trails and Burke Mountain, offering a wealth of outdoor recreational activities. Seize the opportunity to make this distinctive property your own! * Tax bill states 20A, while tax map indicates 10.29A *

Wake to gentle waves and end your day with sunsets over Island Pond from your own private sandy beach. Known as the gateway to Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom, Island Pond offers four-season adventure—paddle to hidden coves in summer, fish in fall, or access miles of VAST and VASA trails in winter. This 1,200 sq ft cottage features 2 bedrooms, a renovated kitchen and bath, new flooring, and a finished walkout basement for extra space. Brighton State Park, village shops, and scenic hiking and biking are minutes away, yet here you feel a world apart. Evenings invite fireside gatherings as the stars shimmer on the lake. Sale includes three adjoining lots (.18, .14, and .15 acres) and is serviced by town water, private septic, and oil hot-air heat. The lot offers ample parking, great space for yard games, and one of the nicest sandy beaches around. More than a summer getaway, this is your 4 season retreat on one of Vermont’s most cherished lakes. Dock and boat lift are not included but negotiable.

This classic 1935 Island Pond lake house offers one of the best beaches on the lake—50 feet of soft sand on a level lot with direct waterfront access. Set back just enough to provide privacy from the road while offering stunning lake views from the deck, this home is the perfect retreat. Wake up to the call of loons or watch eagles soar toward their nest on Island Pond’s unique island. Enjoy endless lake activities—swimming, boating, kayaking, waterskiing—or relax on the sun-drenched shoreline. Inside, the home is full of charm and has been lovingly maintained by the same family for generations. The main floor features an open kitchen, dining, and living area with lake views, a full bath, and a bedroom. Upstairs you’ll find two additional bedrooms, one with a balcony overlooking the water. The walk-out basement provides excellent storage for all your lake gear and offers future potential for finished living space. Currently a seasonal property, this home could be adapted for year-round living. Just minutes from the heart of a welcoming small town with restaurants, grocery stores, and everyday conveniences, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Island Pond’s lakeside paradise.