Prepare to be impressed by Riverwood, the aptly-named 1850s Highland, NY estate that recently went on the market for a cool $3,650,000. With 17 private Hudson riverfront acres with incredible views, it’s worth the extra cash compared to nearby Kingston farmhouses and Elka Park, NY palaces.
It’s a stark departure from the over-the-top maximalist mansion in Old Brookville we lovingly showcased.
“Originally built in 1850, the house was wholly reenvisioned and renovated over several years to accentuate its unique and magical setting on the river,” shares the Zillow listing.
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“There are far-reaching, lush views from almost every room in the house and multiple outdoor moments nestled into the dynamic surrounding landscape.”
“The decision to incorporate historic details like the original hand-hewn beams with clean, modern lines and finishes, including soothing and light earthy colors, is perhaps the most alluring detail about the renovation completed meticulously by skilled artisans from the area.”
We love it as-is, but if you choose to add personal touches or slight upgrades, a few dashes of rich green and Pantone Peach Fuzz would really make the property pop in a timeless, elegant way.
“The ground floor is anchored by a living room with a wood-burning fireplace along with the kitchen, dining room, lounge with an onyx bar, powder room, and family room with floor-to-ceiling end-to-end windows on three sides.”
The kitchen is fit for the most discerning home chef with gorgeous Italian cabinetry, custom Dekton countertops and plenty of genuine Pitt burners worked into stone surfaces. There’s plenty of space to store (and use) your favorite vintage cast iron skillets, too.
“The second level splits into two wings with their own staircases. The owners’ wing has a spacious primary bedroom with a gas fireplace and an ensuite bath with Cle-tiled floors, a custom onyx vanity, solid Travertine stone tub and double showers.”
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We could easily rest well in any of these suites loaded with light, bright rooms.
There’s an impressive, large deck offering the farthest-reaching river views on the property off the master bedroom. We also love the additional bedroom, complete with an ensuite full bath and a library/office on the second floor.
By the way, if you love this property be sure to check out this jaw-dropping Hunter Mountain ski chalet just an hour to the north.
If you’re an active host (and you will be—this property is only 90 minutes from New York City), the guest wing is on the north end and hosts two more bedrooms and a full bath.
“The splendor of Riverwood’s landscape and exterior scenes are positively breathtaking, from the gunite pool with a pavilion to the walking paths, a pond, multiple terraces, an outdoor kitchen, a cedar sauna and hot tub, outdoor shower, mature plantings, wildflowers, and a significant barn.”
Riverwood is located on a sleep, quiet road, 10 minutes from Amtrak/Metronorth, 25 minutes to Kingston attractions like the Hudson Valley Mall, and around 85 minutes from New York City door-to-door.
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