540 County 17 Route, Chatham, NY 12136 (MLS# 153247)
$2,725,000
Chatham, NY 12136
MLS# 153247
Status: Closed
5 beds | 4 baths | 5655 sqft

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Property Description
Welcome to Valley View, a premier equestrian estate in the Hudson Valley. Follow the quarter-mile driveway to discover a private 80 acre oasis of rolling hills, green paddocks, ponds, mature gardens, pool, and panoramic views. The property, featuring a thoughtfully updated colonial manor house, barns, and facilities, blends seamlessly with the natural beauty of the setting. Valley View offers an idyllic retreat, combining timeless elegance and modern luxury for horse enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.Built in 1994 and expanded significantly in 2006, the well maintained colonial manor exudes traditional charm and sophistication. Classical hedges and stone pathways guide visitors to the front entrance. Inside, the home features high ceilings and grand windows, bathing the interior in natural light with stunning views at every angle. A fusion of classic equestrian hunt club style and modern designer touches creates a comfortable yet elegant aesthetic. Spanning 5,500 square feet, the home is thoughtfully proportioned, ensuring flow between private and common spaces. A custom chef's kitchen, vaulted dining room, family den, wine cellar, finished basement, and a two-story, coffered great room that opens to a patio, provide an incredible setting for entertaining. The home also features five large bedrooms and bathrooms. Practicality meets style with an attached three-car garage, mudroom, and storage area, adding to the home's functionality.Valley View's 80 acres are an equestrian haven, featuring six spacious paddocks, a dressage ring, and an 8-stall barn complete with a tack room, wash stall, feed room, and upper-level studio apartment. Additionally, a 5 bay utility barn provides protected storage for all farm equipment and vehicles. The property's ride-out is extensive, encompassing hundreds of acres and connecting to a vast network of trails in the equestrian-focused area of Chatham and Old Chatham.While Valley View offers a private and secluded retreat, its location is central to a variety of Hudson Valley attractions and popular destinations. A short drive to Kinderhook, Chatham, Albany, Hudson, and the Berkshires provides easy access to acclaimed restaurants and entertainment, as well as local farmers' markets and community events. This picture-perfect property harmonizes the tranquility of rural living with the benefits of Upstate access, establishing Valley View as an unparalleled opportunity.
Details
Contract Information
Current Price: $2,725,000
Original List Price: 2995000
Sold Price: $2,725,000
Status: Closed
Listing Contract Date: 2024-06-20
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Owner Name: Leder
General Property Information
Bedrooms Total: 5
Rooms Total: 9
Bathrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: 1
Living Area: 5655
Year Built: 1994
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 8
Lot Size Acres: 80
Flood Plain YN: Unknown
Association YN: No
Basement YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 2
Sign On Property YN: No
Disclaimer: Information not guaranteed.
List Price/SqFt: 529.62
Sold Price/SqFt: 481.87
Remarks and Miscellaneous
CGR Public Historical Remarks: Existing Lease Type: Net, Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2, Quarter Bathrooms: 0, Value Range Price: 0.00, Other Buildings: 3-Car Garage, 2nd Floor: 0, 3rd Floor: 0, Add Rooms First Flr: 0, Add Rooms Other Flr: 0, Add Rooms Secnd Flr: 0, Ag District Discl: Yes, Ag District: Yes, Basement SqFt: 0, FIPS Code: 21, Green Features: No, Lease Type: Net, Monthly Common Lease $: 0, Monthly Maintenance Charges $: 0, Pond/Stream: 2 stocked ponds, Special Conditions: None/Unknown, Style: Center Hall, Views: Berkshire, Walls: Sheetrock, Year Built Comments: significant addition completed in 2006, Year Built Exception: 0
Public Remarks: Welcome to Valley View, a premier equestrian estate in the Hudson Valley. Follow the quarter-mile driveway to discover a private 80 acre oasis of rolling hills, green paddocks, ponds, mature gardens, pool, and panoramic views. The property, featuring a thoughtfully updated colonial manor house, barns, and facilities, blends seamlessly with the natural beauty of the setting. Valley View offers an idyllic retreat, combining timeless elegance and modern luxury for horse enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.Built in 1994 and expanded significantly in 2006, the well maintained colonial manor exudes traditional charm and sophistication. Classical hedges and stone pathways guide visitors to the front entrance. Inside, the home features high ceilings and grand windows, bathing the interior in natural light with stunning views at every angle. A fusion of classic equestrian hunt club style and modern designer touches creates a comfortable yet elegant aesthetic. Spanning 5,500 square feet, the home is thoughtfully proportioned, ensuring flow between private and common spaces. A custom chef's kitchen, vaulted dining room, family den, wine cellar, finished basement, and a two-story, coffered great room that opens to a patio, provide an incredible setting for entertaining. The home also features five large bedrooms and bathrooms. Practicality meets style with an attached three-car garage, mudroom, and storage area, adding to the home's functionality.Valley View's 80 acres are an equestrian haven, featuring six spacious paddocks, a dressage ring, and an 8-stall barn complete with a tack room, wash stall, feed room, and upper-level studio apartment. Additionally, a 5 bay utility barn provides protected storage for all farm equipment and vehicles. The property's ride-out is extensive, encompassing hundreds of acres and connecting to a vast network of trails in the equestrian-focused area of Chatham and Old Chatham.While Valley View offers a private and secluded retreat, its location is central to a variety of Hudson Valley attractions and popular destinations. A short drive to Kinderhook, Chatham, Albany, Hudson, and the Berkshires provides easy access to acclaimed restaurants and entertainment, as well as local farmers' markets and community events. This picture-perfect property harmonizes the tranquility of rural living with the benefits of Upstate access, establishing Valley View as an unparalleled opportunity.
Status Change Information
Major Change Timestamp: 2024-11-09T04:40:02Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Status Change Timestamp: 2024-11-08
Purchase Contract Date: 2024-10-21
Close Date: 2024-11-08
Close Price: 2725000
Concessions: No
Buyer Financing: Cash
Showing Information
Showing Instructions: please use ShowingTime or contact agent direct.
Location Tax and Legal
Street Number: 540
Street Name: County 17
Street Suffix: Route
County: Columbia
State: NY
Zip Code: 12136
Town (Taxable): Chatham
Property Features
Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven; Dishwasher; Dryer; Range; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Heater; Other
Architectural Style: Colonial; Other
Basement: Crawl Space; Finished; Partial; Walk-Out Access
Construction Materials: Cedar; Clapboard; Frame; Other
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Exterior Features: Balcony
Fireplace Features: Dining Room; Great Room; Wood Burning
Flooring: Carpet; Ceramic Tile; Hardwood
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Heating: Hot Water; Oil; Radiant; Zoned
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Lot Features: Secluded
Other Structures: Barn(s); Gazebo; Outbuilding; Stable(s); Workshop
Parking Features: Other
Patio And Porch Features: Deck; Patio; Porch; Terrace
Pool Features: Heated; In Ground
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Road Surface Type: Paved
Roof: Asphalt
Sewer: Septic Tank
Structure Type: Multi Family; Office
View: Lake; Mountain(s); Panoramic; Park/Greenbelt; Pasture; Pond; Rural; Trees/Woods; Valley
Water Source: Well
Window Features: Double Pane Windows; Insulated Windows
Listing Courtesy of Houlihan Lawrence Inc.
Listing Agent: Anthony Dargenzio
