Welcome to Hickory Bend Farm at 403 Maple Lane North, where the spirit of days gone by is still alive in every pastel-painted sunset sky . Built in 1824, this post and beam Colonial farmhouse rests on 31.6 acres of fertile sandy loam soil ideal for growing crops, fruit...
Welcome to Hickory Bend Farm at 403 Maple Lane North, where the spirit of days gone by is still alive in every pastel-painted sunset sky . Built in 1824, this post and beam Colonial farmhouse rests on 31.6 acres of fertile sandy loam soil ideal for growing crops, fruit trees, or whatever your heart desires.Tucked along a quiet country lane, where horses once pulled buggies and neighbors waved as they passed, this home offers a chance to step back to simpler times and savor the beauty of rural life.This land, rich with history, has nurtured generations, each leaving their mark on this cherished farmstead. With four inviting bedrooms and two and a half baths, the farmhouse is filled with warmth and character that only a place lived in with love can hold. The grand foyer opens wide like a warm embrace, leading to spacious rooms bathed in natural light. Exposed hand-hewn beams whisper of the craftsmen who built this home with care and pride, their stories etched into the wood itself.Inside, three wood-burning fireplaces and a wood stove provide cozy gathering spots to enjoy the simple pleasures of lifea cup of cocoa by the fire, a book in hand, or laughter shared among family.The rooms are both beautiful and practical, featuring built-ins, cedar-lined closets, and a whole-house fan that invites summer breezes through open windows, evoking a time when life moved with the rhythms of the land.Hickory Bend Farm has a rich legacy, once owned by the Brothers of the Holy Cross, who still preserve the adjacent land as a nature conservancy, ensuring it remains forever wild.'' This is a home that has been lived in and loved, where each corner holds a memory and every step echoes with history.The barn offers endless possibilities with a two-bay garage, attic storage, and workshop space, perfect for any creative endeavor. Climb to the cupola, and you'll find a breathtaking 360-degree view of the Catskills and Albany, a view that connects you to the world beyond while grounding you in the beauty of this special place.At Hickory Bend Farm, you'll find more than a home,you'll find a way of life. A place where the pace is slower, the air is clearer, and each day offers a chance to connect with the land and loved ones. Here, the past is cherished and the present is fully lived, and the future is waiting to be written. Discover the magic of 403 Maple Lane North and let this extraordinary property become a part of your family's story. Call for a private showing today.
Listing courtesy of Gilcrest Properties
Valatie, New York
Type: House
Price: $1,099,900
Web ID: 154457
Type: Single Family
Size: 31.6 acres
Rooms: 12.0
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3.0
Woodburning fireplaces: 3
Built: 1824
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