35 Raker Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

Nothing to do but move right in! This beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath modern raised ranch on a quiet culdesac has curb appeal and upgrades galore. Immaculately maintained and professionally landscaped yard with built in, timer controlled irrigation system and river rocks make upkeep a breeze, no need to mulch or water the lawn. Freshly sealed two car driveway lined with Belgian blocks leads to a bluestone walkway and welcoming entry. Enjoy hardwood floors in main living areas and bedrooms, porcelain tiles and marble in the bathrooms and recessed lighting and newer energy efficient windows throughout. Every detail has been thought of, from the living room with an oversized bay window, gas fireplace with mantle and flanking built in bookshelves to the dining room with a built in buffet with Carrara marble countertop. Chefs and novices alike will enjoy the stylish kitchen with stainless steel appliances, sliding, soft close drawers, a concealed household command center, full height cabinetry, soapstone countertops, built in tempered glass display shelving and an extra deep stainless sink, all renovated in 2014. A picturesque kitchen window surrounded by countertop to ceiling glass mosaic tile work lets you enjoy seasonal mountain views and lush greenery from mature trees. Continue onto the oversized deck with a built in Zen pond and peaceful scenery. Primary bedroom features a sliding barn door and the first floor spa like bath, fully updated in 2017 and adjacent to two additional bedrooms, boasts a walk in shower with stone flooring base, full-height glass doors, pitched ceiling with remote controlled skylight, custom tile work and tempered glass shelving. The fully finished lower level features floating laminate floors, sliding glass doors leading to a fenced dog run area and views of the English gardens. This home has town water and sewer, natural gas heat, a Buderus energy efficient boiler and a Bosch on demand hot water heater. Washer and dryer are brand new, replaced in 2022. Best of all, it's a friendly walkable neighborhood with a sense of community. Located close to Route 9, shopping, train, hospitals as well as Vassar and Marist Colleges,