Unique opportunity to live and create in the Hudson Valley! Surrounded by over 10 acres with a meadow filled with ferns and wildlife, a spring fed swimming pond, and lovely gardens, this custom built craftsman style home, with three bedrooms and two and half bathrooms, boasts a 750 square foot studio space with a two and a half story ceiling height, awaiting your imagination. Lovely bluestone path takes you to the charming Craftsman detailed carport, entrance and inviting foyer - leading to the spectacular open concept living and dining space, great for entertaining, with a raised area / stage surrounded by windows, wood-burning stove, and custom built-ins. Chef's kitchen with butcher block island, bar seating, new induction range, plenty of cabinets for storage, and window over sink for bird watching. Head into the screened in porch, to read, nap, or for dining al fresco. Full pantry room with lots of shelving, prep sink, refrigerator, with access to porch and blue stone patio. First floor offers a bedroom or office depending on your needs. Handsome craftsman staircase leads to second floor, with primary ensuite, with soaking tub, separate shower, walk-in closet, large bright bedroom, and private Juliet balcony with expansive views of the meadow and woods. The second bedroom with sitting area, custom built-ins, full bathroom, laundry room, and loft space perfect for use as a den or guest area. Second staircase connects the loft to the amazing studio with Northern exposure. This space invites innovation, whether for painting, sculpting, music, or as a media room - so much potential. Lower level, with radiant heat and walk out, offers an additional 1,000 square foot workshop space with 10 1/2 foot ceilings, shelving, an office or recreation area surrounded by windows, connected to the heated two car garage that can also be used as a loading area. Newly finished hardwood floors throughout, central air, and all house generator. Venture out onto the private patio, with gravel path and fountain, surrounded by hundreds of daffodils, forsythia and irises in the spring; a Japanese snowbell tree, red azalea and peonies in the enclosed garden; day lilies, tall delphinium and phlox, and daisies, in the summer, attracting hummingbirds and finches. Walk down to the spring fed pond, with a depth of 15 feet, perfect for a swim or for relaxing at the picnic table. Minutes to the Appalachian Trail and Fahnestock State Park, 15 minutes to Beacon / Metro North, and Cold Spring - Taconic State Parkway for easy access to New York City. Beautiful home and truly your very own sanctuary.
