1377 Harlemville Road, Ghent, NY 12075

With 18 lush acres of peace, quiet and total privacy to call your own, this ultimate Hudson Valley compound is the perfect balance of old-world charm, modern convenience and absolute seclusion. Check everything off your wish list. Historical period farmhouse built in 1820. Recent renovation and great room addition. Inground saline pool. Mature perennial gardens. Enclosed greenhouse. Tranquil pond and stream. Historic barn. Open meadows. This incredible property delivers on all counts. Ideal for entertaining, the chef's kitchen features professional-grade appliances, a large zinc-topped island and ample storage. The kitchen opens into a dramatic, swoon-worthy great room with soaring ceilings and enormous windows that bring the outside in. Custom built-ins, thoughtfully placed lighting and a sleek wood-burning stove round out this impressive space perfect for large parties or quiet nights at home. Off the great room is a gallery/breezeway lined with endless storage to keep coats and shoes cleverly tucked away. Polished concrete floors that are both gorgeous and durable make this area an ideal mudroom. This transitional space leads to a climate-controlled greenhouse, perfect for flowers and exotic plants or those who want a four-season kitchen garden! Solar panels on the roofline make this home sustainable as well. On the other side of the kitchen, the dining and living rooms (both with wood burning fireplaces) provide the perfect spots to enjoy meals and gatherings with friends. There is also a half bath tucked away on the first floor. Upstairs, the primary bedroom suite features a king-sized bedroom, a bathroom with a steam shower and a private office/library. Two additional bedrooms share a second, glass-tiled bathroom. Bluestone walkways meander through various outdoor entertaining spaces on the property, including an outdoor cooking/grilling area, front and side patios, and the fenced-in pool area. For convenience, the primary walkway is heated during the winter months to keep it free from snow and ice. This unique Columbia County getaway is located in Ghent, just minutes from Hudson and close to area favorites such as the Bartlett House, Hawthorne Valley Farm and Art Omi. This property is shown by appointment with 24 hours advance notice and must be seen in person to be fully appreciated.,ExteriorFeatures:Landscaped,Outside Lighting,AboveGrade:2820,OTHERROOMS:Great Room,Breezeway,EQUIPMENT:Carbon Monoxide Detector,Smoke Detectors,Water Filter,ROOF:Metal,Wood Shingles,FLOORING:Concrete,Slate,Wood,Tile,Basement:Interior Access,FOUNDATION:Concrete,Stone