Adirondack Real Estate

This 1974 rustic farmhouse is situated on a 59-acre parcel in town of Essex. A year ago the sellers purchased an adjacent 16-acre parcel to provide better access to the agricultural land; this smaller parcel includes a deeded building right for small house (not to exceed 1500 square feet). The location is private and beautiful, protected with APA resource management zoning. Main floor includes a bedroom, full bathroom, and office space. Kitchen opens to dining/sunroom area with views west of agricultural fields and the Jay range. Large living room opens to second story with a surround balcony and with a Hearthstone wood stove. Upstairs primary bedroom has an updated shower with steam option and walk through closet. There are 2 additional bedrooms, a washer/dryer and a half bath, also on the second level. Screened-in porch on west side of house offers stunning view of fields, sunsets, and the Jay range in the distance. There is a hardwired generator in the event of power outages and buried electric and fiber optic cable. Footbridge over water outlet leads to pond and large fenced organic garden. Pond and wetland create a wonderful habitat for birds and wildlife. Barn is functional but in need of restoration. The three-bay shed/garage can accommodate a car, a tractor, and even horses. Owner has 5 miles of cut trails for walking, running and skiing. Location is very close to Champlain Area Trails system. Many recent improvements include new LPG boiler, basement drainage, septic leech distribution box and leech field, plumbing updates, and mitigation of invasive plants. (See detailed list in documents) Information in the listing sheet applies to the larger 59.1-parcel with house and barn. small adjacent parcel with building right, is 15.9 acres, tax parcel # is 57.1-2-5.20, deed book 2159, pg. 85. Taxes on this small parcel are $253.00.