Description

This handsome Second Empire home offers all the quiet charm of yesteryear along with a modern, open concept kitchen / family room addition for relaxed living and gracious entertaining. Set on 8 partially-wooded acres, this homestead features pear, peach, and cherry trees, oodles of perennials, plenty of sun - drenched garden possibilities, a bluestone patio, a 2 car garage, a handsome separate brick carriage barn/artist's studio (with wood-burning stove and endless possibilities!), a large fenced-in yard, and an above-ground pool with deck. There is also a half-court basketball blacktop which would be relatively easily converted to a pickleball or tennis court. A public playground is a five-minute walk away.Entering through a classic rocking chair'' porch, you'll find the stately entry hall featuring a three-story staircase. Here, and throughout the house, you are surrounded by lovely original moldings, gorgeous wood floors (some pumpkin pine) and attractive finishes. This first floor features the living room, formal dining room, pantry, library nook, laundry room, full bath, and a spacious kitchen opening to large high-ceilinged family room with gas fireplace. On the 2nd floor is the primary bedroom (with shared ensuite full bath) and two other nicely sized bedrooms. Up one more flight is the fully finished third floor with four rooms for storage, gym, guest room, office or whatever your heart desires. The basement (with an external entrance) could be easily adjusted for rec room or other use. There's plenty of room for everyone and everything!Private without being isolated, your new home is located on a peaceful road and is 5 minutes to Kinderhook and a Hudson River kayak launch, 15 minutes to Hudson (and Amtrak) and 30 minutes to Albany. Two and a half hours to NYC by car.Ideal for full-time or weekend use, this inviting home has central AC, a pool and a gas fireplace for your year-round comfort. It is a delightful place to live - and easy to fall in love with! Come take a look!

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Listed by: Four Seasons Sotheby's Int.