3002 Consaul Road

About This Property

Celebrate history and the oldest/ original farmhouse in the Woodlawn Schenectady area. Deeds go back to turn of 19th century (1800). Original 40 plus acre farm , stagecoach stop, and servants/farmhand quarters next door provides proof of the real history. Home is updated , but charm is still maintained. Enjoy the history and character of this farmhouse. Stacked slate foundation with poured slab and hefty 12 inch beams in the basement has kept this home standing mightily for almost 235 years. Outside. the original clapboard siding is exposed on the two additions with vinyl siding covering the main home. Two covered porches , large PT deck (16 x10), one and a half story barn (30x20), and 300 foot circular driveway invites guests to your new home. The lot is tastefully landscaped .The white picket fence is a landmark to all neighbors, The two year old modernized kitchen with cathedral ceilings, an abundance of high cabinets, coffee bar, and granite countertop was custom designed by the owner. Off the kitchen is a laundry room with addition large pantry cabinets. The downstairs has hardwood floors, a large formal dining room with exposed hand hewn beams, and full tiled shower and bath. The flow continues into a family room that has a a 14 foot vaulted ceiling (2 skylights), loft overhead, woodstove and French doors that open to the deck. Down the main corridor is a master bedroom suite that includes a large walk-in closet and access to the full bath. Upstairs are four bedroom with full closets and a full bath. All original plank flooring is in place. The third floor attic space is unfinished , insulated and massive! The home is comfortably heated with a steam boiler. A three year old gas water heater keeps everything efficient., It would be hard to find a home comparable to this on the market given the history, size and uniqueness of this property. A 40x170 attached lot can make this property almost .75 acres. Negotiable!