Grace and elegance are perfectly blended in this exquisite 1928 French farmhouse. Fully renovated to perfection, this extraordinary home exudes luxurious European charm and modern flair in historic Silvermine district. Majestically sited on 2.33 level acres, this home is incomparable. The style of home, a Norman Farmhouse (otherwise known as French Provincial) brought to Silvermine by architect Frank J Forster for Jay Hyde Barnum, who was an artist. This style was derived from centuries of hand-built French cottages. The stucco was uneven, the wood was hand-hewn, and the bricks differed because they were not all made the same way. Details in this house are rare for Silvermine and include quoining, a beehive fireplace, a gum wood ceiling and a steep, mainly one-story roofline. The builders added unique touches, choosing a clapboard exterior over stucco. Approached from a tree lined circular driveway, this distinctive home is highlighted by the carefully designed yard and garden which is fully surrounded by a forest of mature trees. The attached garage offers a generous amount of space for 2 large vehicles. The generous interiors, some 3800 square feet with 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths plus 1 half bath allows for graceful flow throughout the entire home. This home exhibits its old world charm in such details as arched entryways, hardwood flooring and vaulted ceilings. Carefully designed with artfully created living elements such as 3 floor to ceiling stone fireplaces, this home’s noteworthy updates include the new windows, new furnace and many other improvements that enhance this sprawling home. The charming foyer has a unique floor to ceiling stone “beehive” fireplace. It introduces the stunning formal sunk-in living room featuring a triple arched doorway entrance, hardwood flooring, a warming stone fireplace, gumwood vaulted ceiling and double doors that lead to a stone patio. Through the wide entryway you’ll find the elegant formal dining room where the French doors admit abundant daylight. There is a gorgeous eat-in-kitchen with sub-zero fridge, wine fridge and black honed granite counters and isle seating. Adjacent to the kitchen is a enormous family room featuring vaulted beamed ceiling, stone fireplace, custom built-in cabinetry and a wall of French doors that looks out to the private yard and garden The luxurious master bedroom has French doors and the new master bathroom features his and her sinks, spa tub plus separate shower. Spacious and bright best describe the 3 additional bedrooms, all with ensuite baths. The 2nd floor is brilliantly finished with a spacious playroom/sitting area plus a large bedroom with a full bath. It’s the perfect venue for an in-law or au pair situation. There is also an enormous storage area. Tremendous expansion possibilities here! Located just an hour to Manhattan and minutes to commuter routes, this showcase dream home can be your weekend getaway or year round country home.
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