Large County Colonial w/ Two Income Apts. on 5 Acres

This large two-story colonial was personally designed, built and maintained by its original owners. It boasts of 4 bedrooms, and 2 bonus rooms in the 3000 sq.ft. main part of the house. It also offers 2 legal income apartments (550 and 650 sq.ft.) located in the lower level basement with a private separate entrance that greatly offsets the mortgage payment and provides tax deductions.

Why live in a development?

Wildlife abounds on this 5-acre country parcel on Jameson Hill Road, Clinton Corners, NY (Dutchess County). Located a few minutes off the Taconic State Parkway and the Salt Point Turnpike, it is a quick commute to Westchester, NYC, or Albany. This area is the home for many who desire the serene and peaceful atmosphere away from the bustle of city living. There is quick access to the Taconic State Parkway - both north and southbound. Trains south into NYC can be met at the Poughkeepsie train station.

Located in the Millbrook School District, homeowners can choose between this desirable small school district or area private schools such as Dutchess Day or Millbrook Prep School. The Upton Lake Christian School is located within a few minutes.

The home is situated at the rear of the parcel, 600 feet off a country road, and makes for a peaceful haven. It has a southwest exposure to capture all the cooler month's sun through the large front windows. Deer, turkey, fox as well as other wildlife can be seen as you look out across the large yards. Mature trees and beautiful landscaping adorn the property as well as 3 raised-bed vegetable gardens.

This property backs up to a large area of land that will never be developed, so it will give you loads of privacy to the rear. Neighbors' homes to the left and right are far enough away to not be seen. We have enjoyed shooting skeet, archery, camping out, and chipping golf balls over the years.

Activities nearby include: skiing, golfing, boating on the Hudson River, fishing, county roads for biking or walking.

The home is perfect for families who love to entertain. You are welcomed through the front door into the center hall foyer with a freestanding staircase leading to the second floor. The house was designed around this large space.

Step left from the foyer into the 15x30 great room, complete with a lovely decorative wood burning stove which keeps the home cozy & warm with the smell of a wood fire from late fall through early spring. A supply of firewood will be here for the new owners convenience when the colder weather arrives. There is an endless supply of wood on the nearly completely wooded property to keep you warm in the years to come.

From the great room, step out either set of sliding glass doors onto a roomy 15x34 deck and enjoy the outdoors - BBQ, entertain, sunbath. At the end of the deck is an above-ground 15x30 pool - which is always a pleasure to have during those hot summer months.

Step to the right off the foyer into the generous 12x15 dining room with large windows overlooking the front yard.

The large kitchen is behind the dining room and is serviced by the back foyer as well.

The 1st floor also offers 2 bonus rooms, a 1/2 bath off the kitchen, and a handicapped shower off the laundry room with toilet.

As you go up the staircase, 3 skylights flood the upper hall and each of the 2nd floor bathrooms with plenty of natural light. The large master suite is 1/3 of the 2nd floor area. Step out of the master bedroom and watch the sunset from the private 2nd floor balcony. There are 3 other roomy bedrooms with large closets, a spacious hall bathroom, and in the hall a linen closet  and a large walk-in hall closet.

There is additional storage in 2 attics - above the garage and above the 2nd floor. Both are accessed via pull-down stair sets.

Main House:
- Living/Great Room  15x30
- Dining Room  12x15
- Front entry foyer  12x23
- Kitchen (eat in)  13x19
- Bonus room-1  9x12
- Bonus room-2  7x11
- 2 partial bathrooms
- Back foyer/laundry
- Master Bedroom Suite 15x23 with full bath
- Bedroom-2 12x15
- Bedroom-3 13x15
- Bedroom-4 9x12
- Full bathroom off upper hall
- Linen and walk-in closets
- 2 attics

The attached 2-car 18x23 garage has an oversized 17w x 8h door and door opener. A separate zone for heating has been roughed in for possible future use.

Appointments include:
- New boiler in 2008 (propane)
- New hot water heaters (propane)
- New carpet in much of the home
- Interior painting in neutral and colonial colors
- Pergo flooring in master bath and walk-in closet area
- New vanity top in master bathroom
- New stainless steel appliances in the last few years (range is gas)
- Large-capacity front-loading washer/dryer
- Newly sided in stately white with black shutters and grey walks, porches and deck
- Updated light fixtures in kitchen and dining room

The 2 apartments, located in the lower level, are approximately 550 sq.ft. (1-bedroom) and 650 sq.ft. (2-bedroom). Both have a small full kitchen and a full bath. They share a separate private entrance, a separate electric meter (200A service), and a front-loading washer & dryer in a shared laundry room. They have been rented over the years consistently. They currently provide $1650 in monthly income ($700 + $950). The apartments' design allows for them to easily be combined into one large 1200 sq.ft. unit if ever desired.

Taxes:  $8800/year.

Please contact us for more information and a complete large-format picture set.

Principles only - no realtors at this time please.

For sale by owner.