28 Maple Avenue

28 Maple Avenue Highland, New York 12528 États-Unis

Own a part of Highland history. An opportunity to own and renew a unique, historic home and landscape. Once part of the Ferris/Thompson family compound. It is part of a 3 home parcel of now independently owned and lovingly restored homes. The Thompson family built the library at Vassar College and many other philanthropic gifts. Proudly standing just up from The Majestic Hudson River this regal home is distinguished from similar vintage homes by its stunning landscape of 5 plus acres overlooking the twaffskill creek and The Hudson river. Perennial plantings abound. The original 'coach house' can be adapted to a modern workshop or studio. The wrap around covered front porch has two grand entrances. The main first floor has a large formal living room with wood burning fireplace. large windows add natural light. Enjoy entertaining in the formal dining room with storage closet. For casual company, the kitchen is open and eat in, with wood cabinets, separate entrance and second staircase to second floor. Also on the first floor is an library with built in custom wood cabinets, which could serve as a den, playroom, or office. The second floor has 4 bedrooms, full bath plus laundry room, and another spare room which could serve as a den or nursery. The entire third floor is a huge 1100 square foot open finished space. The top floor features a custom wood finished room with panoramic windows. Throughout the home you will be delighted with the original woodwork, Tall Ceilings and period features dating back to the 1890's. The prior owner Harry Stoneback (aka Stoney) lovingly lived in this home for over 40 years with his wife. He was a renowned Poet, author and scholar of international distinction. Once known as the Summer home, was also referenced as 'The anchorage'. The style of this house was referenced as Italianate Villa Style.

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Village GreenN, Ulster County Board-Realtors