Antique Farmhouse A Haven For the Creative Soul

SOUTHEAST, NY — This is a haven for the creative soul. And it's even affordable: The 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage could be rented for enough to cover the annual property taxes. The 200-year-old farmhouse has been carefully restored and updated. There are acres of woods and meadow abutting land-trust property.

• Address: 90 94 McManus Rd # Sou, , New York
• Price: $749,000
• Square Feet: 2320
• Bedrooms: 4
• Bathrooms: 0 Baths
• Features: 60 Miles from Manhattan and 81 minutes to Grand Central, "Laurel Farm" is a 12-acre, former dairy farm that has 2 houses, a barn, and an in-ground salt water pool. Built in 1815, the 2320 SF 4 bed / 2 bath farmhouse was meticulously restored with an eye on function & sustainability. Wide plank floors, hand hewn beams, heated kitchen & bathroom floors, new windows, a double-sided fireplace & a wood burning stove are just some of the features that make this an exceptional part time or year round residence. The 1932 SF 2 bed / 2 bath cottage was built in 1974 & has a new deck and upgraded kitchen and bathroom fixtures. This second house is currently rented for more than the annual property taxes. There are acres of grassy paths and woods to wander through and lots of wild flowers to consider. The bench by the small pond is an ideal place to read, nap or listen to the frogs. The property abuts 168 acres now dedicated to the land trust which ensures the viewshed will stay just the way it is. If you're looking for a private compound to create, entertain and unwind, here is your opportunity to make a lifetime of memories. Pre-approval letter or POF for an appointment.

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