Welcome to your own slice of paradise! This sensational 4-BR/3bath home (updated in 2014) sits on 25 acres with a massive horse barn (upstairs find an 800 sf heated area for a gym or studio). As you enter the grounds, you'll find complete privacy behind the electric gates. Inside the residence, you'll be wowed by the massive great room which opens to the newly-stained deck. Continue to the chef's kitchen with granite counters, cherry cabinets, copper sinks, and a 2-level, 10-foot long island/breakfast bar. Eat here or in the nicely-appointed dining room, which contains a pantry w/pullouts. There is a bedroom on the main level, currently used as a home office. A full bath on main contains the laundry. There's also a side entrance to the home containing a bonus room. An open staircase takes you to the second level of the home, into the library, which branches off to the primary suite. The bedroom is huge: 23x15 and so is the bath at 12x8 with a jetted soaking tub, walk-in shower, double sinks and Carrera marble counters, flooded with light. Two good-sized closets complete the suite--both 7x7. There are 2 more bedrooms on this level, and another full bath, plus access to the storage attics. The basement is clean and ready to be finished off to your taste, containing a pellet stove. The home stays even cozier with blown-in insulation. When you finally break away from the gorgeousness of the residence, you'll see several other outbuildings with a multitude of uses like a mancave/she-shed; chicken coop, pigeon coop, and run-in sheds. The cheery red 2-story barn is huge: 80x45. With 12 stalls, it's perfect for horse lovers! Upstairs is the 800 sf heated area which contained a gym, but use it as you'd like! Perfect for hobby farmers, gardeners, or anyone seeking space to breathe and grow. Make sure to discover the hidden garden on the grounds! A seating area overlooks the neighboring pond, where you'll see all kinds of bird life including eagles. Take a stroll past the buildings-- most of the property is fenced for animals, gardening or privacy. Don't miss how the land opens wide in the back-- you get full sun most of the day-- great for gardens or grazing. NO HOA FEES!! Located centrally in Bethel, NY, you're just minutes away from Bethel Woods Center for concerts, festivals and cool events. Close to 17B for easy access to the highway. Nearby is Lake Superior, a State Park within cycling distance with a beach, volleyball courts and picnic facilities. Should you choose not to fix a meal in the gorgeous kitchen, all kinds of eateries are within a few minutes' drive. Zoned residential, agricultural and commercial, it's a rare blend of comfort, utility and natural beauty. This property is truly a wonder, offered at a price that would cost more than double to re-create.
For sale
$869,000
2653 State Route 55, Bethel, NY 12720
4beds
3,365sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
17 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$258/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Pigeon coopChicken coopHome officeNewly-stained deckMassive horse barnElectric gatesHidden garden
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 23, 2025 at 08:31am
Listing by:
Matthew J Freda Real Estate 845-887-5640,
M. Lynne Freda 845-701-2693
Source: OneKey® MLS,MLS#: 855894

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Description: 23x15 Spacious primary bedroom suite. Huge his n her walk-in closets (7.5x7 each)
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Description: 21x9 currently used as office on main floor. Good light floods this room!
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Description: 17 x 11.5 (right off the staircase)
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Description: 13.5 x 11.5 Another pleasant bedroom upstairs
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Description: 11.5 x 8.5 Gorgeous bathroom w/soaking tub; marble counters, 2 sinks, skylight
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Description: 9.5 x 11.5 Large full bath on main floor with new washer & dryer; heated
- Level: First
Other
- Description: 10 x 14.5 Mudroom from side entry
- Level: First
Other
- Description: 16.5 x 8 Upstairs landing currently used as the library, with cool chandelier. Great light here, gleaming wood.
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Description: 18x11 Gorgeous chandelier. Has pantry with pull-out shelves
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: 17x23 A true Chef's kitchen. Granite counters, Copper sink, Cherry Cabinets, 2-level breakfast bar, Gas stove, double oven, SS appliances, appliance garage
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: 23x27 Really a "great" Great Room! Flooded with light and opens to the deck via sliders
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Chefs Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Dining, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Marble Counters, Primary Bathroom, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Storage
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Pull Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,365
- Total interior livable area: 3,365 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Fencing: Back Yard,Electric,Fenced,Perimeter,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 17 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Cleared, Level, Private, Views
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Stable(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 200005300001019000
- Special conditions: None
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1940
- Major remodel year: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Trash Collection Private, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Video Cameras
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bethel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $258/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $202,300
- Annual tax amount: $10,475
- Date on market: 5/6/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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