701 Guard Hill Rd, Bedford, NY 10506

The Hockley family lived here for 153 years, from 1871 until May 1, 2024. It's been a place for farming, shoemaking, cattle dealing, blacksmithing, carriagemaking, mowing equipment and ice skate sharpening, tractor and lawnmower repair. Today it's just a quiet and beautiful place to enjoy life. An easy walk from Bedford Village, it's also a gateway to refreshing walks in the nearby Guard Hill Preserve. In 1939, the property was sub-divided into two parcels at 699 and 701 Guard Hill Road that today are comprised of seven buildings: including 2 residences (each a two-bedroom home), a decommissioned blacksmith shop, a 19th century small stables/chicken coop, a 1942 cinder warehouse/makers space, a 19th century barn converted into a heated 3-bay garage, and the original "little red building" that was built in the 18th century. The two houses are tastefully furnished and beautifully maintained.