The 3500+ sq. ft home exudes country comfort with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Jacuzzi, hardwood floors throughout, built-in shelves, cathedral ceiling, spiral staircase, stone fireplace, finished basement, shop, 3-car garage, central air, screened-in porch, wrap-around deck, wine cellar, large bonus room. The kitchen features custom hickory cabinets, granite countertops, a center island, and new appliances. Meditation-room tower offers 360 views. Systems include hot water baseboard, radiant heat in bathrooms and basement, 11 separate heating zones.

The grounds: 13 mostly-wooded acres, decorative koi pond, larger spring-fed pond, herb garden, abundant wildlife, dramatic views of Bonticou Crag.

The road: a friendly, dead-end road west of the Wallkill River, crossing the rail trail and backing up to a nature preserve. Cragswood Road deed restrictions protect its serenity and limit the area surrounding the home from further development.

The area: a mecca to outdoor people with nearby biking trails, hiking trails, cross-country skiing, climbing, swimming holes, the Gunks, Mohonk Mountain House; many diverse cultural events easily accessible with both the college and Unison Arts and Learning Center nearby. New Paltz schools.