The Plain and Fancy Farm
First time offered. This farm has been a refuge for a professional family for over 40 years. A place to stop and smell the roses. Let the peace and tranquility wash over you.
Historically, this farm has been home to several generations, to the point that the last member of the family was given a “life estate.“ The home is architecturally redeeming, with its Greek Revival prominence. This is detailed with Victorian brackets and fascia boards. An interesting characteristic is a 1200 square foot In-law suite, completely separate from the rest of the home. It can be easily brought back to create a huge one family.
The present owner enjoys a duplex of 1537 square feet. It has a “Country French “ feel. A huge eat- in kitchen, full appliances, with Azure Blue ceramic tile walls. The windows wrap around drenching the room in sunlight and offering tranquil views, opening to a welcoming wraparound porch. The music room opens to the large living room through French Doors. Original Greek Revival “Key- hole“ moldings that surround the doors and windows. There are 2 guest bedrooms, a large bathroom with double sink vanity, tub and separate shower stall and tiled from floor to ceiling for ease of maintenance. The sleeping level holds captive a “Pollyanna“ Master Bedroom, the gabbles provide a sense of romance, and windows wraparound to bring in ample light. There are 2 additional guest bedrooms and bath with separate shower stall. The “In-Law Suite“ is equally charming, with Eat-in kitchen and separate dining room and large formal living room. An open staircase leads to a Master Bedroom and full bath, plus 2 additional bedrooms. A rear stairway leads down to the kitchen. This unit has a covered front porch and a covered rear porch. Both basements are dry and with separate utilities which can be used as rental income.
Amenities such as a 33 X 18 attached studio. A 6 car garage, 2 parcels provide 30 acres. A stream flows within earshot of the house - with its soothing melody of falling water. This is enhanced by towering age old maples, with a mix of gentle woods, an old dairy barn, pastures and fields. This farm estate is minutes to Cooperstown, home of the Baseball Hall of Fame, The Farmers Museum, The Glimmerglass Opera, great golfing, boating, and the charm of a century's old village.
