This former farmhouse is undergoing extensive renovation and will have a new kitchen new rear entrance, mud room with 1/2 bath, pantry and laundry. The acre and a half has a large lawn is ideally situated on a knoll at the end of the last street in artsy Cherry Valley, a region rich in history dating from before the American Revolution. Though it’s only one mile from the center of village, the home is fabulously surrounded by hundreds of acres of hayfields with majestic views. According to local history, the front half of the house was originally built in 1800s and now has a newly constructed large porch with spectacular views. The original barn site has been reclaimed as a beautiful perennial flower and rock garden. The remaining two barns are still sound and newly painted to match the house with dark green metal roofs. The spacious dining room has the original wood floor will be converted to a new kitchen with new appliances; while the generous living room and cozy library have newer hardwood floors. Both bathrooms have been recently renovated. This home is ideally located amidst the naturally scenic hills of Otsego County. It is just 15 miles from the quaint county seat of Cooperstown, well-known as the “Home of Baseball”: the Cherry Valley/ Cooperstown/ Sharon Springs area has much more to offer, including a world-class opera, museums, shops, festivals, breweries, a major hospital, parks, and of course 9-mile-long Otsego Lake, the famous “Glimmerglass” written about so well by James Fenimore Cooper. Previous owner rented house to Opera performers/workers among others. Owner plans extensive construction: Conversion of one of the 5 bedrooms to loft seating area at top of staircase; new 200 electric and wiring to be installed; & more. Keep in touch here for updates on progress of construction.
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