Views Of The Catskills And The Berkshires
You know that you are in an extraordinary place, a place that has been preserved in perfect harmony with nature, as soon as you drive down the long tree-lined driveway and arrive at the 1850 farmhouse. The site of the house was chosen with the greatest of care by the original owners to take advantage of the view of the large shimmering swimming pond, immense trees and stunning vistas. On more than...
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You know that you are in an extraordinary place, a place that has been preserved in perfect harmony with nature, as soon as you drive down the long tree-lined driveway and arrive at the 1850 farmhouse. The site of the house was chosen with the greatest of care by the original owners to take advantage of the view of the large shimmering swimming pond, immense trees and stunning vistas. On more than 109 acres, the land includes expansive open meadows, woodland and babbling brooks. There are views of the Catskills and the Berkshires from various locations on the property. The main house features oversized windows that cause it to be flooded with natural light. The owners are collectors and have added many unique features to please the eye. The main floor features the living room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen with attached mudroom and pantry, sun parlor and library. A Wolf professional range and a view of the Berkshires are the centerpieces of the thoughtfully designed kitchen. The chestnut wood floors of the dining and living rooms add warmth and character. Upstairs are four bedrooms, including the master suite and 2 full baths.
The separate guest house also serves as an artist's studio. It incudes an updated shower bathroom and kitchenette. There is extensive shelving throughout. There is propane fired central heat and air conditioning and a separate septic system. A charming small barn on the property is frequently used for summer dinner parties. Between the house and the barn is a peaceful shade garden. The property is ideally suited to organic gardening. The house and property have been featured in many books, including "Private Gardens of the Hudson Valley" by Jane Garmy, "Love Where You Live, At Home in the Country" by Joan Osofsky and Abby Adams, and "Family Houses in the Country" by Alexandra D'Arnoux and Gilles de Chabeneix "Bobolink Farm" is located on the Ancram/Taghkanic border in Columbia County NY. 2 hours drive time to NYC.
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