71 Ruskey Ln, Hyde Park, NY 12538

Privacy and enchantment await at Pond View House. This beautiful historic home was built in 1856, and sits on almost 30 acres of bucolic farmland featuring a pristine spring fed pond, unique old growth maple and oak trees, expansive meadows and stone walls. Set on a quiet country road, this center hall colonial was updated tastefully and maintains its historic integrity while integrating modern features such as an open concept eat-in kitchen with cooking island, sleek new bathrooms and central air and heating. The first floor features the sunny chef's kitchen, an adjoining dining room, roomy living room with fireplace, and the den (which could also serve as a second master bedroom) connected to a full-bath for extra guests. Laundry is on the first floor as well. Upstairs are three gabled bedrooms, another full bath and a spacious master bedroom with ensuite bath. Back downstairs find a generous screened in porch and stone patio with seating area overlooking the sparkling pond. A barn with stalls behind the house could be used for several horses or adapted as an artists studio or workshop. There is also a garden shed as well as a small kitchen garden featuring raised beds. Perfectly suited for full or part-time living, this property is less than 2 hours from NYC, 15 minutes from Metro North, Rhinebeck Village and Vassar College and Hospital, the Culinary Institute and many other cultural amenities. An additional 59 acres of contiguous land is also available. Escape from the world on this perfect country oasis!