Some Area Info: Once known as a bustling railroad town, this picturesque community covers a total area of 53.3 miles or approx. 34,112 acres with a population of approx. 1,250 residents. Chartered in 1781, “Gilead” as it was originally called after its first grant, had it’s name changed to “Random” when the town was sold to a group soldiers. In 1832 however, the town was renamed “Brighton” and has stuck ever since. The unincorporated town of “Island Pond”, as it is known to most locals, is situated inside of Brighton, receiving its name from the Abenaki word “Menanbawk” which translates literally to “Island Pond”. Brighton is a quiet, rural town but is widely known as the “Snowmobile capital of Vermont” and even had a 67’ white spruce chosen in 1957 to represent the Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center.
Attractions and Recreation: Brighton is a quaint, village town but as noted, is one of the most visited tourist attractions during snowmobile season. The Island Pond Snowmobile Club maintains up to as much as 130 miles of VAST trails. The body of water which is Island Pond, offers a 22-acre island in the middle that you can kayak or canoe to and Brighton State Park offers a campground on the 102-acre Spectacle Pond. Other features include, boating, hiking, swimming, fishing, wildlife watching and more. Just a short drive out of town will bring you to the “Silvio O. Conte” National fish and wildlife Refuge offering 26,000+ acres of protected land for invasive plants, fish and other wildlife.
Enjoy some of the best the Northeast Kingdom has to offer: Camping, fishing, hunting, boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, horseback riding, hiking, biking, shopping, walking, golfing, snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing or just plain relaxing and enjoying the four seasons.
Schools:
K-8: Brighton Elementary
High School: North Country Union High School
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Price$120,000
Est. Mortgage: $/month
MLS Number 4996062
Make a move to the "Pond"! This 11.39-Acre surveyed lot is a great location to build a camp or dream home. Located right on the VAST Trail, only 2 miles to Island Pond Lake, and 4 miles to the many amenities in the center of town. Lots 2, 3, and 4 are also available.
Listed by Brandy Goulet of Century 21 Farm & Forest/Burke
Price$119,900
Est. Mortgage: $/month
MLS Number 4963328
MOTIVATED SELLER. Formerly utilized as a private workspace/storage, this property offers an open floorplan spanning over 6000 square feet of mostly unfinished space. Potential to be repurposed as a warehouse, single/double unit dwelling, or B&B. This property neighbors a town center and is within walking distance to all town amenities. Additions include a large, walk-up attic space featuring 12 foot vaulted ceilings, and recent expansions to workshop. Features a covered porch, bay windows, single-car garage, radiant heat throughout, and vast room for storage of personal effects or commercial equipment. This property is being offered AS IS.
Listed by Jim Campbell Real Estate
Price$110,000
Est. Mortgage: $/month
MLS Number 4995482
Make a move to the "Pond"! This 12.96 Acre surveyed lot is a great location to build a camp or dream home. Located right on the VAST Trail, and only 2 miles to Island Pond lake, and 4 miles to town and amenities. This wooded lot is looking for a new owner. Lots 3,4,and 5 are also available.
Listed by Brandy Goulet of Century 21 Farm & Forest/Burke
Price$99,000
Est. Mortgage: $/month
MLS Number 4995687
Head on over to the "Pond"! This 11.43-acre spot is the perfect spot to create your dream escape. Situated by the VAST Trail, just a short 2-mile jaunt to Island Pond lake, and a quick 4-mile hop to the village for all the goodies. Lots 2, 4, and 5 are ready for the taking too!
Listed by Brandy Goulet of Century 21 Farm & Forest/Burke
Price$42,500
Est. Mortgage: $/month
MLS Number 5008875
Over 5 acre lot located in rural Brighton, but only a few miles from town and amenities. The lot is great for recreational use, and just may be a great spot to put in a cabin, camp, or potentially a year round home. Close to trails, VAST and VASA, hiking, biking, birdwatching, hunting, and river activities like kayaking and canoeing. See VT wildlife at its best, with easy road access to the area community.
Listed by Brandy Goulet of Century 21 Farm & Forest/Burke
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