Days by streams are days well spent. Designed and built by a local master craftsman, this farmhouse fulfills your country dream. Lofty exquisite kitchen. Oversized windows. Deck over looking the stream. Upstairs, large bedrooms and beautifully tiled baths. A guest space over the garage gives anyone a place of their own. Incredible attention to detail. Centrally located, 15 minutes to Hudson, 5 minutes to Chatham and a stroll to Ghent.
Spectacularly renovated and offered for the first time since its complete transformation, this exceptional pondfront residence overlooking Maiden Lake is located within the highly sought-after Fern Hill community and offers refined design, privacy, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. The home is clad in warm natural cedar siding, lending timeless character while blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Maiden Lake is a shared pond maintained by the Fern Hill HOA with private swimming access. Set on a quiet country road just outside the Hawthorne Valley hamlet, the property is minutes to Great Barrington, Massachusetts, close to respected private schools, and offers convenient access to the Taconic Parkway and Albany International Airport, allowing for easy travel from New York, Boston, and Connecticut. The thoughtfully designed home features multiple private bedroom suites, lofted ceilings, and expansive light-filled living spaces. Interior finishes highlight exceptional natural materials and craftsmanship, including white oak flooring in the main living areas, cherry cabinetry, soapstone kitchen countertops, French oak stairs, and a custom single-stringer stair with a black steel beam, black steel railing, and white oak banister. Bedroom suites feature maple flooring, while the upstairs loft, office, or studio includes wide-board pine floors. Custom wainscoting and a dedicated linen closet serve the bedroom suite hallway. The open main living area centers around a well-appointed chef’s kitchen with an oversized dining island and additional dining space. Premium stainless steel appliances include a Bosch wall oven, Thermador gas cooktop, Fisher & Paykel refrigerator, KitchenAid dishwasher, and Zephyr range hood. Bathrooms feature white subway tile, marble sink countertops, rain and hand-shower fixtures, and wood-grained porcelain tile flooring. The home is filled with light and comfort through Marvin triple-pane windows and doors with built-in shades, automated skylights, and thermal skylight shades. Ceiling fans, insulated thermic shades, and remote-operated skylights enhance energy efficiency and airflow. Multiple dedicated home office areas support flexible modern living. Year-round comfort is provided by an energy-efficient heat pump system with heating and cooling, radiant heated floors in the main living areas and primary bathroom, and a separate gas furnace serving the rear portion of the home. A whole house backup generator provides added peace of mind. Additional upgrades include high-efficiency insulation, fully updated plumbing and electrical systems, a 400-amp electric service, and ethernet outlets. A gas fireplace adds warmth to the main living space. The laundry room includes cherry cabinetry and Bosch stackable washer and dryer units. The entry mudroom features a brick floor, bluestone bench seating, antique wood beams, a Buderus European-style radiator, abundant windows and skylights, and generous storage. The landscaped grounds include perennial gardens, bluestone walkways, copper gutters and drainspouts, selective fencing suitable for small livestock or chickens, and fenced raised-bed gardens. A charming barn includes a three-to-four-person luxury sauna with an Amerec SaunaLogic controller and Laava series heater. Outdoor living is exceptional, with an expansive wraparound Brazilian walnut deck, a spacious gazebo with sweeping pond views, an additional deck overlooking the water, and a dock. Cultural destinations like Hudson galleries, Art Omi, Tanglewood, and Jacob’s Pillow are nearby, along with skiing at Catamount, Jiminy Peak, and Butternut. Best of all, Hawthorne Valley Waldorf School and the renowned Hawthorne Valley Farm Store—featuring the highest quality local, organic, and biodynamic food—are just moments away by foot or bicycle.
This beautifully maintained, turnkey retreat offers 3,424 square feet, four bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a resort-style saltwater pool, and a peaceful private setting just minutes from Hudson. Designed for full-time living or weekend escapes, the spacious layout offers room for entertaining, remote work, and perfect for hosting family and friends. Outdoors, enjoy an in-ground fiberglass saltwater pool, an illuminated pergola with electricity and a ceiling fan, a custom fire pit, and multiple areas for dining and relaxing. Fiber-optic internet adds modern convenience, while the move-in-ready condition allows you to enjoy the Hudson Valley lifestyle immediately. The famous Bartlett House cafe and bakery is just down the road, with Hudson’s restaurants, shops, galleries, cultural attractions, and Amtrak station approximately 12–15 minutes away. Convenient to the Taconic State Parkway, Lake Taghkanic, hiking, skiing, and year-round recreation. Approximately two hours from New York City, this is a fabulous opportunity to own a spacious, private Hudson Valley retreat with exceptional amenities.”The sellers especially love the peaceful private setting, seamless indoor-outdoor living, evenings around the fire pit and pergola, and the convenience of being moments from Hudson while still feeling like a true escape.”
Blacksmith House was born “The Town Ax”, a Ghent farmhouse rebuilt and renovated so its history comes with modern ease. Roughhewn beams from the original structure run through every room. A wood stove sits in the original stone hearth, anchoring the living room. The eat-in kitchen mixes knotty pine, granite, and stainless steel. The main floor bath keeps a clawfoot tub.
Upstairs are two bedrooms, and a bath. The primary suite boasts its own private balcony. A skylit third floor flexes as guest space, studio, or office. Period antiques and primitive Americana throughout are available for purchase.
Outside enjoy two-plus private, wooded acres from the vantage of a full-width front porch overlooking a grand stone staircase, wildflower plantings, and a four-person barrel sauna. Art Omi and Ten Barn Farm are minutes away. New York City is two and a half hours by car — or take Amtrak to Hudson, a short drive from the door
Set on 4.5 private acres, this thoughtfully designed brand-new home blends clean, modern lines with warmth and inviting comfort. Featuring three bedrooms, two full baths, and an oversized open-concept living area, the home is perfectly suited for both relaxed everyday living and entertaining. Designed to embrace its natural surroundings, every door opens onto the patio overlooking the tranquil natural swimming pond, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Surrounded by privacy and serenity, the property offers a peaceful retreat while remaining conveniently located just five minutes from the Taconic State Parkway. Enjoy easy access to the charming communities of Ghent and Chatham, as well as the vibrant city of Hudson. Private, peaceful, and beautifully designed–this is easy living at its finest.
