$899,000

This architect designed and custom built passive solar home and guest house is sited privately on 17.90 acres with panoramic views of the of the eastern valley plains to Stissing Mountain and beyond. The tree lined driveway leads you to both houses that sit high on the land, facing south over looking the property fields & pond. Perfectly sited for the passive solar design and the solar panel system. The property is surrounded by large properties hence the views of the valley, farms and mountains from this property have not changed in 50 years! This octagon shaped home was designed to capture the views with windows on all the walls to capture the light and views. The main house has 2008 sq ft all above ground. The upper living level features open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, skylights and a center floor to ceiling Jotul wood burning stove fireplace. The living room, kitchen (granite counter tops, wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, pantry), dining and a half bathroom room are all centered around the large chimney with an open spacious design to capture the spectacular views. The dining room area has sliding glass doors that lead to 336 sq ft of tiered decking with a 6 person spa hot tub, dining, siting & fire pit areas all with views. The lower level that has 4 bedrooms (including a primary suite), 2 full bathrooms, laundry & utility room. The lower level rooms have access to the patio sitting area and the spectacular views from all the rooms. The detached 706 sq ft guest house and 2 car garage also has amazing views and southern eastern exposure. The upper level of the guest house has a large living room with wood burning stove fireplace, full kitchen/dining area, 1 bedroom, a full bathroom, Oak floors and a large deck. The lower level has 2 garage bays perfect for cars, tractors or storage. There are also two large sheds, one with a finished interior currently used as a music studio. The property is located on one of the most scenic country roads only 80 miles up the Taconic State Parkway from New York City. This is a very unique, one of a kind property to enjoy a tranquil setting, nature, privacy and the panoramic views. Perfect weekend retreat or full-time home. Please see 3D tour and floor plans for more detail. An additional adjoining 8.1 mountain top acres with 360-degree views will also be available to purchase.