4262 Route 212, Lake Hill, NY 12448

Welcome home to the Hudson Valley! Halfway between Woodstock and Phoenicia, with protected mountain views, this historic, lovingly restored 1875 farmhouse - situated on 2 well-placed acres - sits bordered on two sides by State land. With four bedrooms, four and half baths, a formal dining room, living room, and den (or extra bedroom) as well as a renovated eat-in kitchen, this classic home offers everything perfectly laid-out for full-time living, a weekend retreat, or a comfortable bed and breakfast. The spacious living room downstairs has a Morsø cast iron wood-burning stove, and access to the screened porch for secluded summer enjoyment. The eat-in cook’s kitchen leads directly out to an alfresco dining area with a pergola, for meals under the stars or barbecues after swimming. The kitchen also has a gas fireplace for cozy winter meals with family and friends, making entertaining easy year-round. There is convenience a-plenty with a large pantry and half bath between the kitchen and dining area. An ample central laundry room is conveniently situated with plenty of storage space in addition to housing the new on-demand hot water system. Up the wide central staircase to access three bedrooms and baths, all with original wide-plank wood flooring and charming historic details. A separate staircase leads to the the huge primary suite boasting a breathtaking view of Mount Tobias, an energy-efficient pellet stove, and its own bath with a claw foot tub and separate shower. The primary suite also has its own small deck with outdoor staircase leading directly to the pool and gardens. Outdoors, choose the relaxation found on the rocking-chair front porch or entertain at the heated saline pool with bluestone surround. Mature landscaping includes a full rose garden, lilacs, forsythias, cherry blossoms, hydrangea, rhododendrons, and more amidst winding bluestone pathways. The property also includes a small apple orchard across the road. Add to all this a separate studio with heat and electric, just right for a private office, an artist’s retreat, or a meditation space in the woods. Many upgrades include solar panels installed in 2020, a Morsø cast iron wood stove, new wood siding and insulation, Pella windows, on-demand hot water, five heating zones, 200 amp electric, and a completely rebuilt two-car garage, with storage. 4262 Route 212 in Lake Hill, New York - a beautiful reason to call the Hudson Valley, home.