Nestled on a paved town road in Albany, VT, this impeccably maintained 5-bedroom, 3-bath home on 5 acres has been thoughtfully upgraded and is now offered at $499,000. Recent improvements include a reimagined first-floor layout with added mudroom, walk-in pantry, redesigned and updated kitchen, tile and laminate vinyl plank flooring, finished basement, and fresh paint. Building on prior updates like new roof, newer windows, and repairs, it's truly turn-key. Enter from the heated two-car garage into the welcoming mudroom, showcasing crisp organization. The stunning kitchen features natural light from windows and new slider to covered porch, top appliances, ample counters, custom cabinets, and bar flowing seamlessly into dining and living areas for connected gatherings. Main floor includes a flexible bedroom/office with full bath. Upstairs: luxurious primary suite with walk-in closet, Jacuzzi tub, 3/4 shower; three more bedrooms share another full bath. Finished basement offers recreation/storage space with bulkhead access. Outside, enjoy Vermont serenity: views, nature, and sunsets from the back deck. There's more storage in the barn (w/power), outbuilding and shed. Minutes to Craftsbury and Greensboro. Ski and Bike at nearby Jay and Stowe. Education and development is conducted at Albany Community School pre-K through 8, and Lake Region Union High School with pickup and drop off right at the end of the driveway. While in grade 4, a free learn to ski and ride program begins with the instructors at Jayand runs through to grade 8!