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  • $2,975,000

    55 Island Dr, Ellenburg Depot, NY 12935

    5beds
    3,577sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1928
    8.6 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $832/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Wood burning fireplacePrivate islandOpen floor planCustom antler chandeliersDining porch
    Camp Northwind is an historic property built in 1928 by the popular early 20th century baritone & recording artist Reinald Werrenrath. The home was designed by the noted architectural firm of McKim Mead & White. Situated on a private island accessible by a causeway. It is located on Chazy Lake, a clear, spring-fed 1,900 ac lake in the beautiful Adk Mts., 8.5 ac w/ 3,400ft of lake frontage. Formerly a retreat for Eleanor Roosevelt & visited by celebrities, once owned by Brooke Shields. W/ this history, & architectural provenance, the home has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Feel the grandeur as you enter the Great Room w/ its 18ft ceilings, massive wood burning fireplace, leaded glass windows & adjoining sitting room & library. Original custom woodwork creates a feeling of timeless beauty. Main floor further consists of a formal dining room, an open floor plan to include a (summer) dining porch, foyer, bathroom & a gourmet chef's kitchen w/ a Garland range & adjoining pantry. Hardwood floors throughout, in addition to custom antler chandeliers & antique lighting. 2nd floor in the main house you'll find a balcony overlooking the Great Room, 3 guest bedrooms serviced by 1 full bathroom, & the primary bedroom w/ a fireplace, large dressing room, & ensuite bathroom. 3rd floor features an expansive dormitory suite w/ 3 queen beds & a full bathroom. The island further boasts a 1 slip, 2-story boathouse w/ a game room on the upper level w/ magnificent views of the secluded cove. An expansive sundeck provides ample space for your guests to enjoy this fabulous lake. Other features include a stone patio overlooking the lake, a large basement w/ garage space, an original ice house now converted to a guest cottage & 1/2 bathroom, outdoor shower, a lean-to, & grounds w/ outdoor perennial flowers.. A 24' x 36' utility barn is located off the island. Located just a short drive from Lake Placid, Montreal or Burlington Vt.
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    Listing updated: August 29, 2024 at 09:29pm

    Listing by:

    Adirondack Premier Properties Berkshire Hathaway HomeService 518-523-3333,

    Nancy White

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: with fireplace, ensuite bath
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 221 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13 x 17
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 108 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9 x 12
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9 x 10
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 1110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 30 x 37
    Bedroom 5
    • Description: Guest Cottage
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 399 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19 x 21
    Bathroom
    • Description: Guest Cottage
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 18 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 3 x 6
    Bathroom
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 9 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 3 x 3
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Ceramic Tile
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 72 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8 x 9
    Bathroom 3
    • Description: 3rd floor dorm
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 117 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9 x 13
    Other
    • Description: Game Room
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 500 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20 x 25
    Dining room
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 165 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 x 15
    Great room
    • Description: with fireplace
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 900 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20 x 45
    Kitchen
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 260 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13 x 20
    Laundry
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 72 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8 x 9
    Other
    • Description: Summer dining room
    • Features: Stone
    • Level: First
    • Area: 72 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 6 x 12
    Other
    • Description: Front Entrance Foyer
    • Features: Hardwood
    • Level: First
    • Area: 127.5 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 7.5 x 17
    Heating
    • Fireplace(s), Hot Water, Oil
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
    Features
    • Bar, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
    • Windows: Single Pane Windows
    • Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Bedroom, Great Room, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,671
    • Total interior livable area: 3,577 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,577
    • Finished area below ground: 0
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    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Additional Parking, Basement, Boat, Driveway, Garage Faces Side, Lighted, Off Street, Oversized, RV Garage, Unpaved, Workshop in Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 4
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Three Or More
    • Stories: 4
    • Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Terrace
    • Exterior features: Balcony, Boat Slip, Dock, Garden, Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Storage
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Lake, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Lake,Water
    • Waterfront features: Deeded Waterfront, Lake, Lake Front, Owned Waterfront, Waterfront
    • Body of water: Chazy Lake
    • Frontage type: Lakefront,Waterfront
    Lot
    • Size: 8.6 Acres
    • Dimensions: 8.60
    • Features: Garden, Landscaped, Level, Many Trees, Native Plants, Private, Views, Waterfront
    • Topography: Level
    Details
    • Additional structures: Barn(s), Boat House, Garage(s), Guest House, Outbuilding, RV/Boat Storage, Second Garage, Storage, Workshop
    • Parcel number: 173.115
    • Zoning: Residential

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Adirondack
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Cedar, Stone, Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Slate
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1928

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well Drilled
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Internet Connected, Phone Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Ellenburg Depot

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $832/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $981,900
    • Annual tax amount: $22,525
    • Date on market: 5/27/2024
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional
    • Lease term: None
    • Electric utility on property: Yes
    • Road surface type: Gravel
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