68 Laurentide LaneSouth Burlington, VT 05403Price: $998,500

Experience effortless living in the desirable Hillside at O'Brien Farm, a newer South Burlington community close to walking and biking paths, local amenities, colleges, UVM Medical Center, and Burlington International Airport. Set on a premium lot at the end of a quiet dead-end road, this home offers rare privacy with a pond behind, woods to the left, and no home directly across the street. Inside, the open floor plan is ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The main level features nine-foot ceilings, a bright family room with a cozy gas fireplace and stone hearth, a comfortable owner's suite with private bath and walk-in closet, plus two additional bedrooms-currently used as an office and a den/guest room-a full bath, and a convenient laundry room. Upstairs are two more spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets and another full bath. The walkout lower level adds even more living space with an additional bedroom and bath, a large recreation/family room, and generous storage. Step outside to a stone patio and firepit area perfect for relaxing or hosting. Additional highlights include central air, energy-saving solar panels, an oversized deck and covered front porch with Trex decking, and a two-car garage. The $190/month HOA covers trash, recycling, lawn care, and snow removal-making this a truly low-maintenance home.