If you've ever thought, "I was born in the wrong era," this enchanting vintage lakefront cottage may be the closest you'll come to traveling back in time. Rich in history and overflowing with rustic charm, every detail tells a story from the exposed wall studs and soaring second-floor rafters to the authentic craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. One of the cottage's most delightful and unique features is that it offers as many screened sleeping porches with full lake views and refreshing breezes as it does bedrooms. These inviting porches were the original summer air conditioning, offering cool, comfortable nights as gentle lake breezes drift through. Choose to cozy up inside one of the many possible bedrooms or fall asleep to the soothing sounds of the water from one of the screened porches. As you wander through the cottage, you'll discover a fascinating collection of vintage furnishings and memorabilia that seem to have paused time. Included with the property are many treasured pieces, some worthy of a museum display, including vintage clothing and other historic keepsakes. Among the cottage's stories is a portrait of a Spanish poet who reportedly spent ten days here seeking inspiration and retreat. Outside, a full-width covered porch invites you to relax while taking in panoramic lake views. With 90 feet of lake frontage, a private dock, and a swim raft already in place, everything is ready for making unforgettable summer memories. Offered fully furnished, this seasonal retreat is a rare opportunity to own an authentic piece of lakeside history. If you appreciate vintage craftsmanship, rustic character, and timeless charm, this cottage is truly a treasure waiting to be discovered. So many rooms to explore, yet the number of possibilities seems endless. Book your showing today you simply must see it to appreciate its remarkable character.
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Listed by: Big Bear Real Estate • Sharon Faust
$489,000
46 Lake Shore Road, Eden, VT 05653
2beds
1,478sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$477,900 Zestimate®
$331/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Panoramic lake viewsVintage craftsmanshipAuthentic craftsmanshipRustic characterPrivate dockFull-width covered porchInviting porches
- 48 days
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Listed by:
Sharon Faust,
Big Bear Real Estate 802-744-6844
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5102673
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Gas Heater, Monitor Type, Gas Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,478
- Total interior livable area: 1,478 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,478
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Covered Porch, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Natural Shade, Private Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Access
- Body of water: Eden Lake
- Frontage length: Water frontage: 90,Road frontage: 90
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Zoning description: Town
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage/Camp,Historic Vintage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Drywell
- Utilities for property: Other
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Eden Mills
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $331/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $5,370
- Date on market: 7/31/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$477,900
$454,000 - $502,000
$2,325/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,000$331/sqft |
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