197 Happy Avenue, Bethel, NY 12720
- 3 beds |
- 1 bath |
- 1,592 sqft
Single-Family Home
Built in 1840
84.77acre lot
2 car garage
$543/sqft
Listed 1 day ago
Property Description
Wake up to 85 acres of green glory overlooking Lemon Brook Pond. History, comfort, tranquility, all the unique features this 1840's Farmhouse has to offer. Nestled behind the gates of "Valley Brook Farm" lies this beautiful historic home. It has been recently remodeled to include new windows, all new stainless steel appliances, all new electric, insulation, well tank, kitchen, bathroom & flooring. Home has a beautiful wood burning stone decorated fireplace. Original hardware on door and some antique items used back in the day in bedrooms. Bedrooms are decent size with wood coverings. Basement has separate access currently in the plans to be updated. Spacious door porch overlooking Lemon Brook Pond. Separate stand alone oversized 2 car garage with lawn equipment and unique items that are negotiable in sale. Attic space inside garage. Other use of current land aside of farming: subdivision of property can be considered by town for residential use. A minimum of 3 acres allowed to build a separate stand alone house. Any other use is to be considered and submitted to the planning board. The town of Bethel is known for many lakes including Kauneonga Lake. Shops and restaurants along the lake to enjoy scenery and ambience. The Town of Bethel was brought to the world's attention in 1969, when nearly 500,000 people gathered at Max Yasgur's farm for "Three Days of Peace and Music". The documentary made about Woodstock released in 1970 showed interviews with numerous Bethel residents, including Art Vassmer, co-owner of Vassmers General Store in Kauneonga Lake. Loads of history and still about 2 hour drive from NYC. Don't miss out your opportunity to not only own a unique Farmhouse but also be part of a growing town and or development!!! Boating, hiking, hunting, parks.... etc... see yourself here?!
- Listing Status:
- Active
- Listing Office:
- Old Towne Living NY Inc. : 718-506-6759
- MLS ID:
- 897058

- General: Built-in FeaturesChandelierEat-in KitchenNatural WoodworkOriginal DetailsOtherQuartz/Quartzite CountersStorageWasher/Dryer Hookup
- Appliances: Convection OvenCooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerElectric CooktopElectric OvenElectric RangeElectric Water HeaterOvenRangeRefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliance(s)Washer
- Laundry: InsideLaundry RoomWasher Hookup
- Basement: See RemarksStorage SpaceUnfinishedWalk-Out Access
- Flooring: HardwoodLaminateWood
- A/C: None
- Heating: ElectricOilOther
- Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1
This listing courtesy of Old Towne Living NY Inc.
Monthly Payment
- Principal & Interest $
- Property Taxes $
- Home Insurance $
- VA Funding Fee $
Location
Schools Nearby
Kenneth L Rutherford School
26 Patricia Pl, Monticello, NY, 12701
Grades 3-5
9.90 miles away
Robert J Kaiser Middle School
45 Breakey Ave, Monticello, NY, 12701
Grades 6-8
9.82 miles away
Monticello High School
39 Breakey Ave, Monticello, NY, 12701
Grades 9-12
9.77 miles away