This magnificent old stone house sits on a slope overlooking a beautiful 5 acre lake on a well manicured estate. There are approx. 30 acres of mowed lawns and field; hiking trails, and lots of room to explore. Both the estate and lake are private.
The house is furnished beautifully. Each room`s furnishings are picked to compliment the house, and fit with the character of the property.
Large beautiful trees abound. Outdoor furniture is plentiful, and easy located to a scenic spot to enjoy the day`s happenings. Each season is special and unique and wonderful activities can be found.
The house floor plan is as follows: Ground floor: foyer, hallway, living room, kitchen, 1/2 bath. Second floor: master bedroom with King, Full bath with tub, Bedroom 2 has 2 twins, Bedroom 3 has trundle bed (2 twins). Basement has full size washer/dryer.
Amenities
The house is equipped with all linens, towels, bedspreads, starter supplies of paper goods. The kitchen has a gas stove, full size refrigerator, full dish service for 8, glassware, pots/pans, baking casserole type dishes, coffeepot, blender, microwave, toaster (regular and bagel size).
Cable flat screen TV, wireless broadband, cable phone.
Large outdoor propane grill, picnic table with bench seats, and 6 Adirondack style chairs.
Rowboat and Paddleboat are available, as are lawn games: volleyball, croquet, bocci, horseshoes.
Activities and Attractions
There is as much to do or as little to do as your interests would lead.
Active hikes, lazy paddles in the lake, or swim to the swimming platform, and rest on the deck chairs.
Fish are plentiful (we adhere to "catch and release"). Fishermen from young to old will have a wonderful time.
Fall leaves are brillant on the hillside. The Hudson Valley offers some of the most wonderful historic sites in NYS. From The mansions in Hyde Park, to Storm King Art Center, to the new Dia Museum, there is fun for everyone. Shopping, both new, and antique abounds.
Rates
Rate per week - $1000.- $1500/WEEK. weekly rentals in summer; other seasons, minimum of 2 nights.
Or, it is possible to rent the adjacent house with a connecting hallyway, and sleep up to 12. The adjacent house is also listed under vacation rental as "scenic stone gate house...." Rate for 12 is $2400/week. Whether you rent the Norman style house, or the scenic stone gate house, each is very private. Separate entrances for both,
and completely separate amenities.
Weekend rates available, year round. In the summer, "weekends only" may be reserved during the preceding week only. Seasonal rates also. Please inquire regarding either of these.
