220 Woods Drive, Ancramdale, NY

About 220 Woods Drive

Smith Hill Farm, set on over 112 acres, and surrounded by conserved land in Ancramdale is tucked away at the end of a peaceful country road with expansive views of the Taconic Range. This 19th century farmhouse, the home for two artists for over 50 years, is in a quiet and idyllic location with three ponds, a guest cottage and a massive, heated barn with numerous workspaces. The three bedroom, three full bath house has a primary bedroom on the first floor with a bath ensuite. Beautiful wood and Mexican tiled floors are throughout the house. The living room has a vaulted ceiling, an impressive wood burning fireplace and lovely views of the swimming pond. French doors open to a sunroom off the living room and on the other side, the kitchen has a convenient spot for casual dining, lined with vintage cabinetry and glass doors to the outdoor deck. The large dining room with custom bookcases and cabinetry, opens to a 480 square foot screened porch that overlooks a pond and has ample space for all day relaxing and dining. A convenient second full bath on the first floor has the laundry. Upstairs is a large family room, an office and a second bedroom with a large ensuite spa bathroom with a soaking tub, bidet, Mexican tiled shower, double vanities, Shaker style built in cabinetry and a sauna. The third bedroom has a second means of access with a staircase from the kitchen. Outside is a short walk to the barn with 3,000 square feet of heated workspace, gallery space, numerous offices, finished storage space, a racquet ball court, workshop and a full bath. The property also has a four bay carport, an additional three bay shed, a barn that once was the home for donkeys and a tennis court in need of repair. There is an automatic house generator in the event of power outages. Conservation easements are on the property. The guest cottage has been rented for many years and provides income but can be conveyed vacant. A spectacular country location but within walking distance to the Farmer's Wife Cafe for wonderful farm to table food. An area rich with farms, bucolic views and outdoor hiking. A short drive to Millerton, Pine Plains or Hudson and just across the border from Litchfield County and the Berkshires. Easy access to Metro North or Amtrak and less than a two hour drive from NYC. The Smith Hill Farm is a special and unique property with many creative opportunities and options for the next owners.

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