196 Beale Rd, Chatham, NY 12037

Old Orchard, an art filled home of a designer and collector, made for entertaining or quiet enjoyment in an expansive private landscaped setting. On one of the finest country roads in Columbia county, long walks, bike rides and hilltop hikes are out the door. A double living room with fireplace overlooks Catskill Mountain sunsets, and opens to an expansive outdoor living room terrace. The gourmet kitchen, graced by acclaimed chefs, has room for friends to gather around the island and learn a few tricks. Adjacent wood paneled dining room, can seat 12; windows open to picture perfect views. The library with French doors can double as a fourth bedroom; a full bath off the center hall. From the living room and kitchen glass doors lead to teak decks that go down to a large terrace. Upstairs, three bedrooms and two bathrooms, the master with fireplace. Antique apple trees the original 18th century orchard; sounds of nature abound. Spencertown, Chatham, 7 minutes. Hudson & Amtrak, 20 minutes. Ski Catamount or Butternut Basin. Great Barrington and Stockbridge MA, 30 minutes. There are the local farmers, cheese makers, regaled by food editors and chefs. NYC: 2.25 hours.