Spectacular views of the sunset and mountains from this beautifully landscaped, impeccably maintained 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath raised ranch with private mother-in-law suite on 3 sun-filled acres with South & Western exposures. Main floor features: a large eat-in kitchen/dining area with stainless appliances, counter with breakfast bar, pantry and sliding glass doors to 36 X 12 back deck; living room with stone wall & slate hearth, wood burning stove; TV/dining room w/ sliders to deck; mudroom, laundry room, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths. Downstairs includes a mother-in-law suite or extra living space with private entry, large living area which can be used as a 4th bedroom with a walk-in closet, a kitchen, full bath, workshop and storage area. Updates include: kitchens and baths, luxury vinyl plank flooring, many new windows and doors, metal roof, heat pump hot water heater, heating system and interior paint. A sunny, partially covered 12 X 20 front deck welcomes you to the front door. Oversized detached double garage, wood shed, 100 dwarf-tree, modern, low-maintenance U-Pick apple orchard, raised beds, magnificent perennial gardens, large open lawns and a hay pasture. Easy commute to Burlington. Located in the heart of Vermont's best recreational opportunities: Smuggler's Notch Resort, Stowe village, Lamoille Valley Rail Trail, VAST snow-mobile trails, kayaking on ponds and rivers, awesome hiking and mountain biking trails. Sale is subject to owner obtaining suitable housing.