18 Church St
$550,000
Residential Property
Status: For Sale
Address: 18 Church St, Claverack, NY 12565
County: Columbia
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Square Feet: 3648
Year Built: 1840
An artist's dream live / work space, set in the quiet town of Philmont on a half acre wooded lot, and just off the main street. This historic 1840s home was once a Masonic lodge, replete with grand proportions, fine details, shining hardwood floors, and a stunning studio space in the former meeting hall. Well-loved by artists who have thoughtfully decorated and made it their home and workspace, nearly all of the historic charm, beauty and some quirks are intact. On the first floor, there is a generous foyer leading into a grand living and dining room with high ceilings and ornate trim. At the front of the house is a wonderfully moody formal living room with lime-washed walls, and a hearthstone wood stove. At the rear of the house is a lovely but simple country kitchen, and to one side a full bath. Upstairs are two very sweet and cozy bedrooms, a simple bathroom, and the show-stopper, a spectacular studio space, which could also be transformed into two or three primary suites, with more space to spare. Outside, there is a large wrap-around porch and a front yard with large mature maple trees and cedar bushes. To the side of the home is a newer two car garage with electric, and space in front to park at least six additional cars. To the side and rear of the house is a huge backyard, with a fenced garden planted with large flowering hummingbird bushes, a fire pit area, and more space for a pool or your landscaping vision. Amenities are all around - 15 minutes to booming Hudson, 10 minutes to Hawthorne Valley Steiner School and Farm Store, and 5 minutes to High Falls Nature Preserve, which has a stunning year-round waterfall. This is truly a rare opportunity to own a poetic historic property, destined to be in the hands of creative people, who wish to bring their own live / work vision to fruition in this bucolic Hudson Valley town.
Agent: Sean Roland
