Classic Colonial Farmhouse with Views of the ‘Gunks, $349K

  |  May 14, 2020
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Here’s a timeless Colonial house – located in Pine Bush, NY – with a restrained, light-filled interior, plus an extra apartment on the property. 

If you love natural light but not a lot of frills, this c.1850s home provides. The simple rocking-chair front porch might put you at ease, and the spacious front hallway, leading into the living room on the right side, or the family room on the left.

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There are plank wood floors throughout the first floor, and, tucked away in the living room is the cutest little office/playroom nook with a leaded glass window…

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…while the family room connects to the formal dining room – kept cozy by a brick fireplace – and the adjoining kitchen. Create your one-of-a-kind dream kitchen in this generously-sized space…

…while, upstairs, get some solid sack time in of five bedrooms, the largest of which is on the right side of the stair case. There’s also a full bath on the second floor.

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The property is 4 acres in size and includes a detached garage, a handful of outbuildings, and an accessory apartment/cottage that could use a bit of shine and updating. Use it for rental income, or make it a separate in-law apartment or crash pad for your adult child.

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The home is situated in the Hudson Valley, right on the Ulster/Orange County line, with sweeping views of the Shawangunk Ridge to the north. Big fan of the outdoors? Explore them like crazy at nearby Mohonk Preserve, Minnewaska, Sam’s Point, and the western Catskills/Borscht Belt.

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Picturing yourself in this classic Colonial house just west of the Pine Bush? Find out more about or schedule a virtual tour of 1496 Burlingham Road, Shawangunk, NY from Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate.

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