Residential
History and Romance in Forestburgh
$249,000
Big price reduction!! Originally a stagecoach stop and bar, perhaps a brothel (?)... one local suggested it was part of the Civil War slave escape route. A "secret room" remains tucked behind an upstairs bedroom. The owners think the house dates back to 1780 based on old stone oven unearthed during renovations. Farmhouse with Greek Revival influence is just lovely. Rocking chair porch and deck overlook small pond and 11.75 acres of fields and forest. Living room and granite appointed cook's kitchen are centered around 2 Jotul woodstoves and stone fireplace hearth. Parlor with original glass doors, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a very cool loft office with exposed stonework and lots of light. Wide wood floors, woodwork and old brick. Great basement. Thoughtfully renovated. Located perfectly near summer playhouse, Mongaup Reservoir, gorgeous state land, just down road from Swingig Bridge. We welcome you!
SOLDStyle: Farm HouseYear Built: 1780Square Feet: 2000Bedrooms: 3Baths: 2Exterior: ClapboardFront Lot Size: 1400Total Acreage: 11.75Land Features: Field, Level, Mature Trees, View, WoodedWater Features: PondCounty: Sullivan CountyTown: ForestburghZip Code: 12777Interior: Cable, Fireplace, Handicap Accessible, Wood StoveExterior Amenities: Barn, Deck, 1Rocking Chair PorchHeating: Forced Warm AirFuel: Oil
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