This 1900s farmhouse was thoroughly remodeled by its creative owner with an emphasis on natural light, which floods the interior via abundant and often oversized windows. A generous front porch, which stretches the length of the facade, is punctuated by a pumpkin-colored farmhouse front door though the quickest way to the kitchen is via the side door. The spacious kitchen features a vaulted ceiling and revolves around a large, Carrara marble-topped island, which seats three, and includes the Franke double sink and whisper Bosch dishwasher. Long runways of birch butcher block counters are a home chef's dream, as are the double Viking wall ovens, Thermador six-burner gas cooktop, Viking professional exhaust hood and commercial Traulson fridge/freezer. There is storage galore and who doesn't love a pretty window seat? Step down into the particularly fabulous dining room, with its large display alcove, and you'll be ready to dine whatever the time. Off the dining room, and at the back of the house, are a collection of what would be modest spaces in other houses but are designed as desirable hangouts here: a compact home office, cozy TV room, and tastefully appointed powder room. Stairs in this area lead down to the full stacked stone basement offering abundant storage and housing the house's water and heat systems, which are tidily arranged in their own room. The entrance foyer is welcoming, with a slate floor and a lit coat closet next to the staircase. Off to the side is the living room, which employs large windows to offer views over the deep deck, across the sprawling lawn and down to the pretty pond. There are two doors out to the deck as well. The understated fireplace vies for attention when lit with.a crackling fire and defers to the views at other times of year. Upstairs the hallway is lit by a wonderful tall window softened by another perfectly placed window seat. The home's three beautifully-appointed bedrooms are off this hallway, and each is en suite. The two guest bedrooms have walk-in showers, and the master master bath has a soaking tub and separate large shower in dramatic slate tile. The original wide plank floors, likely hemlock, are a stunning juxtaposition to the modern fixtures. It's clear an enormous amount of thought was put into the side deck directly off the living room, which is really a year-round attraction. Consideration was given to all the lounging and entertaining that would take place, with a main deck for sun-bathing, a built-in seating area under a pergola, and the winning feature: the cedar hot tub built into the deck. The main deck also features a mini outdoor kitchen with bluestone counter tops around the professional 32" RCS built-in gas grill with rotisserie and storage underneath including space for a small fridge. Stairs from the main deck lead down to a dedicated dining deck shaded by a huge old Maple tree. Oh, let's not forget the nearby fire pit. And all of these spaces look down over the landscaping and lush lawn, at the crystal clear pond. On the other side of the house, a spring emerges from the ground into the old spring house, and cascades prettily down its course into what becomes a hidden drain that runs underground and terminates into the pond. The two apple trees on this lawn have become the perfect supports for the owner's hammock. A trail from this lawn leads up a hill to a clearing and endless options for exploring the woods beyond. In spite of this property not being far off the road, it enjoys blissful peace and quiet, with the exception of the plentiful birdsong and rushing water from the numerous springs on the property. It is on a back road with only one neighbor barely visible in the distance. Yet for all the bucolic splendor, this special home and grounds are just five miles from the delightful town of Livingston Manor.
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