Sharon FronkRealtor® · Howard Hanna
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This 1850s post and beam cottage sits on just over three landscaped acres in Poestenkill within the Averill Park School District. Renovated and expanded in 2006, the main home offers two bedrooms and three full baths across 2,292 square feet, with hand-hewn oak floors, exposed beams, a stone fireplace with gas insert, granite kitchen counters, and an island open to the dining area. A den with built-ins and a four-season sunroom overlook tiered gardens and a pond with deeded water access. The property includes a separate three-season guest cottage with kitchenette and full bath, a two-car garage with generator, screened porch, tiered deck, hot tub, perennial gardens, greenhouse, and fire pits. Located minutes from Barberville Falls and approximately 30 minutes to Albany, this retreat offers pond views, wooded privacy, and access to seasonal roads for walking and cross-country skiing.
Welcome to a truly special property where natural beauty & lasting memories come together. Peaceful pond views, spectacular sunrises & breathtaking sunsets create an unforgettable setting. Lovingly restored, completely renovated & expanded with an addition in 2006, this 1800s post & beam cottage sits on just over 3 landscaped acres in the Averill Park School District. Set back from the road through what feels like a secret garden, this custom home offers 2 bedrooms & 3 full baths. Inside, hand-hewn oak floors, exposed posts & beams, expansive windows & an open floor plan frame picturesque pond & garden views. The chef's kitchen features European-style oak cabinetry, granite counters & an oversized island open to the dining area. The inviting living room centers around a stunning stone fireplace w/ gas insert. A den w/ custom built-ins could serve as a 3rd bedroom beside a 1st-floor full bath, while the four-season sunroom overlooks the tiered gardens. Upstairs, both bedrooms feature tiled en-suite baths. The primary suite includes a private balcony overlooking the backyard. Second-floor laundry, flex space & a floored attic provide added convenience. Outside, enjoy a tiered deck, 16x16 screened porch, hot tub, water feature, picturesque pond, perennial gardens, greenhouse, 2 fire pits, sheds & chicken coop. A charming 3-season guest cottage offers an open living area, kitchenette, loft, gas stove, tiled bath, composting toilet & outdoor shower, ideal for guests, a home office, artist's studio or retreat. An oversized 2-car garage w/ workbench, whole-house generator & wooded privacy complete the property. Adjacent to a seasonal road for walking & cross-country skiing, just minutes to Barberville Falls & 30 minutes to Albany, this remarkable retreat has even hosted five weddings-a testament to a truly unforgettable home.
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Poestenkill is in Rensselaer County, NY. There are currently 14 active listings here, ranging from $30,000 to $1,195,000. Listings in this address fall under the Averill Park school district. Priced 8% above the Poestenkill median of $507,500.
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Howard Hanna Capital Inc · Listed by Alyssa McClenaghan (29961)
Contact: 518-573-2868
MLS #202621872 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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