If you’re selling a Vermont lakefront property on Lake Champlain, choosing the right real estate company matters more than ever. Lakefront homes aren’t just houses—they’re lifestyles, investments, and can be highly nuanced properties. That’s why Coldwell Banker Islands Realty (CBIR) is the best fit for lakefront sellers in Grand Isle County, Vermont.

1. Over 27 Years of Lakefront Experience

Coldwell Banker Islands has been helping folks buy and sell lakefront properties since 1996, with more than 29 years of hands-on experience navigating shoreline regulations, seasonal demand, and buyer expectations. Their long-standing presence means they understand how lakefront values fluctuate and how to price and time a sale strategically.

2. The Top Agency in Grand Isle County

Grand Isle County has more shoreline than any other county in Vermont, and CBIR is the top real estate agency serving this unique market. Their focus on the Islands and Lake Champlain gives sellers a major advantage when it comes to visibility, buyer reach, and accurate valuation.

3. True Lake Champlain Specialists

Known as The Lakeshore Experts, CBIR Realtors understand the complexities of lakefront ownership — from shoreland protection rules and permitting to docks, moorings, erosion control, and water access. This niche expertise ensures your property is marketed accurately and confidently to qualified buyers.

4. Firsthand Lake Living Experience

Many CBIR agents live on or near Lake Champlain and grew up boating, fishing, swimming, and enjoying the lake lifestyle. That firsthand experience allows them to tell your property’s story authentically, something buyers value deeply when purchasing waterfront real estate.

5. Strategic Pricing & High-End Marketing

Selling lakefront property requires more than a sign in the yard. CBIR provides personalized preparation advice, a dynamic pricing strategy, and top-tier marketing using professional photography, video, digital advertising, and the Coldwell Banker Global network to present your home in its best possible light.

Bottom line: If you’re selling a lakefront home in Grand Isle County or on Lake Champlain, Coldwell Banker Islands Realty brings unmatched experience, local knowledge, and lakefront specialization, helping you protect your investment and maximize your sale.

April's hidden home closed this past summer. Enjoy an inside look at this unique barn conversion home covertly located in the quiet town of Isle La Motte that we had the pleasure of representing.This lakefront barn conversion is located in a peaceful setting on 3.8 acres with direct gradual lake frontage on Lake Champlain. The home has been updated throughout with a rustic eclectic style featuring an open floor plan, exposed beams, sliding barn doors, and a sleek modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and custom wine bar.

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(This home is NOT for sale)

October's featured Hidden Home is a thoughtfully renovated South Hero Island cottage on Kibbe Point with direct Lake Champlain. The abode is Sited on a bluff with views to the West and even includes a boathouse and a long floating dock you'll enjoy 2/3rd of an acre of property. Get Island Insights in your inbox! Subscribe today.

  This secluded lakefront property is a great example of Champlain Island homes with the best of both worlds! Pristine Lake Champlain frontage coupled with complete privacy from the partially wooded 1.4 acre lot. The 250ft of west facing, gradual, shale beach is easily accessible and includes breathtaking sunsets over Sister Islands and the Adirondacks. (This home is NOT for sale)

In the past year, the reliance on technology has increased immensely and the real estate industry is no exception to this dependence. Incorporating cutting edge tech trends such as drone photography, virtual tours, and HDR photography into a home's marketing plan will ensure that your home gets noticed fast. 

1. Drone Photo and Video

Aerial photography is changing the real estate game! Drone photography is crucial to fully capture unique lakefront homes. According to MLS, Homes with aerial photos sold 68% faster. Whether it's a waterfront home or a unique inland property, aerial shots ensure that your home will get noticed. 

2. Virtual Home Tours

Popularity among home tour videos has increased immensely due to buyers not being able to physically go to showings. Walkthrough virtual tours give buyers detailed information about the property to give you a realistic layout of the space and offerings. This also allows buyers to preview multiple homes in a short amount of time to decipher which homes they would like to go see in person. 

3. HDR Photography 

High Dynamic Range photography is a technique that involves shooting multiple images of the same scene at different exposure values and then merging them together to create a seamless scene. Photos are the first impression of your home so it is paramount to have great images that capture the character, main features, and layout of your home. This, coupled with light editing, makes homes stand out online while maintaining its true depiction!

Every home is unique and the marketing efforts must reflect that. At CBIR, we stay on top of the latest real estate trends and create a personalized marketing plan to ensure that your home stands out. Learn more about our 360 Marketing Plan.