Property Description
Welcome to this magnificent waterfront home with picturesque Hudson River views and gorgeous grounds on a combined 25.41 acres in the top-rated Bethlehem School District.
Built in 1895, this expanded colonial boasts timeless charm with today’s modern conveniences including a self-testing hardwired generator, upgraded insulation in attic and addition, newer Marvin windows, and a Vanguard roof designed with cedar and copper, adding to the abundance of charm this home has to offer.
One of the main entrances opens up into the large living room with breakfast area overlooking the river with hardwood floors, radiant heat and a gas stove. This gorgeous room walks out through sliding doors onto a large flagstone patio with fire pit and landscaped waterfall feature.
The gorgeous kitchen features tile imported from France and a granite island with Gaggenau gas cook top with a barbecue grill and electric range option. You’ll love the Wood-mode cabinets with custom built-in features including an expanded spice cabinet, built-in cutting board and pull-out drawer upgrades. There is also a triple sink that overlooks the gardens with a hot water dispenser and garbage disposal for added convenience, plus a newer Bosch dishwasher, double ovens and an oversized Sub-Zero refrigerator.
As you walk out of the kitchen towards the basement stairs, there is a large pantry and half bathroom. In the basement, you’ll find the generator controls, updated electric, washer and dryer with utility sink, the newer Buderus oil boiler, a brand new hot water heater, and plenty of dry storage.
Coming back through the kitchen, a swinging door welcomes you into the dining room with exquisite river views, North Carolina Pine staircase to the second floor, and a decorative fireplace. This room connects to the music room which steps down into an air conditioned sun room with high ceilings, a ceiling fan and an abundance of natural light and warmth.
The second floor of the main house features three generous-sized bedrooms a walk-in closet, and one full bathroom with combined tub/shower and tile imported from France. All the rooms have their own individual, beautiful views.
The addition side of the house is all on the first floor with a private entrance. It features two additional bedrooms, a bright and sunny sitting room with wood-burning fireplace and porch overlooking the river, plus a large bathroom with tub and shower. This space is perfect for a first-floor master suite, children’s space, or lovely guest quarters.
Radiator or radiant hot water heat is throughout the house with three separate zones. There is a propane gas stove in the family room for additional comfort in the cooler weather. In the summer, two wall-a/c units cool much of the home.
The separate two-bedroom cottage (209 Van Wies Pt) features two bedrooms and one full bathroom. It’s cozy and comfortable with a living room and an eat-in kitchen with refrigerator, range with oven, and washer and dryer, which are all included.
The well water is plentiful for both the main house and cottage and provides excellent water without sulfur. An Easy Water salt-free system is provided for added purity. The house and cottage have separate septic systems serviced by Vadney’s Underground Plumbing.
The exterior grounds feature beautiful landscaping throughout, a storage silo, green house, potting shed, and a four-car detached garage with two garage door openers, plentiful storage and workshop space. You’ll also find a private driveway that reaches Read Road where the 12.11 acre lot connects to the 12.4 acre lot, for a total of 24.51 acres.
On the main riverfront grounds, there is a patio under the shade of the trees and an old boathouse that has been grandfathered in by the Town’s building department, just waiting to be restored and used on those gorgeous summer days.
Your search stops here. Welcome home to the finest in river living!
