437 Old Kings Hwy, Accord, NY 12404

Escape to the sweet serenity of Cricket Hill Farm in New York's trendy Hudson Valley. Located on sixteen bucolic acres in upscale Accord, New York, bordering Stone Ridge and High Falls, this turn-of-the-20th Century former cattle farm is a dream retreat just two hours' drive from New York City. Indoor outdoor living is yours to enjoy with a Great Room complete with vaulted ceilings and panoramic windows that lead out onto a huge raised deck with expansive views of Mohonk and the Shawangunk Ridge. The quaint country kitchen is the hub of the house with an original peekaboo window that allows you to talk to guests and family while preparing meals. Settle into the large living room/dining area on cold nights and warm up by the wood stove with stone fireplace, hand-built with old stones from the surrounding property. Two nice size bedrooms are located in this part of the house, one with a large double closet. The oversized Master suite is tucked away on the other side of the house. Special is its own private entrance and three-season sitting room leading out to a stone patio. The suite comes complete with a lovely office, an oversized laundry room with a new washer/dryer and a private, remodeled bath. Wake up in the morning to sun-dappled light shimmering as it rises over the mountain sunrises like you've never witnessed before. The evenings at Cricket Hill farm are truly spectacular as you watch the sun setting on the horizon, and you will see, or rather hear, how the farm got its name. Sit on the deck and enjoy the melodious cacophony of crickets, cicadas, and peepers, or head out into the field to the old stone-built fire pit to roast marshmallows. On lazy mornings, stroll your own private trails on both sides of the property, head down through the enchanted forest to a hidden waterfall, or meander about the well-established gardens with old growth lilac trees that permeate the senses in season, and help yourself to the perennial asparagus, currants, horseradish, and rhubarb, all planted by the first farmers. There is plenty of space for your own vegetable garden as well. In winter, bring joy to the season by cutting down your very own Christmas tree in our Christmas Arbor. On the fourth of July, you'll have your own private fireworks show from Mohonk Mountain House, a special treat indeed! The house is situated on a very quiet country road and is a seven-minute drive to the town of Stone Ridge, where you will find an upscale market and pharmacy. It is walking distance to the rail trail, and an easy ten-to-fifteen-minute drive to Mohonk and Minnewaska. There are many farmers markets scattered throughout the area, and local, organic produce and meat is abundant, as are farm-to-table restaurants that are currently open for eat-in and take-out dining. Twenty minutes away are the bustling towns of New Paltz, Kingston, and Ellenville, and a forty-minute drive will bring you to world-class skiing, fly-fishing and tubing. Brand new windows, heating system, insulation and siding make this house incredibly energy efficient. We are looking for people who will love and honor this space as much as we do. $4800 per month plus utilities with a one year lease. $5500 a month plus utilities for a six month lease. Included is garbage pickup, lawn maintenance, and plowing, plus ample storage space in basement. Tenant will be responsible for gardens and shoveling. There is a covered space for your car, so no need to worry about shoveling out on cold winter mornings. One month's security required, a credit check provided by tenant, and proof of income and references required. Pets will be considered, but smokers will not.