luxury house with pool for sale Montgomery, United States

Welcome to the Daniel Bull House, a remarkable 1787 estate and one of the Hudson Valley's finest examples of early American stone architecture. Originally built by one of Hudson Valley's founding families, this historic stone residence has been masterfully restored, blending old world craftsmanship with modern luxury. Ideally located just minutes from town yet offering the serenity of a private retreat, Daniel Bull House stands as a testament to traditional American heritage, and the sophisticated vision of its current stewards.Sited on over 31 pastoral acres across two parcels, this three-story home offers four spacious bedrooms, three-and-a-half luxurious bathrooms, a screened-in porch, and a heated saltwater pool overlooking an idyllic landscape. Step inside to discover a warm and inviting library anchored by one of five grand fireplaces. Natural light floods the interior spaces throughout the day-a rare feature for a stone house of this era. Period details are present throughoutfrom wide-plank hardwood floors and handcrafted built-ins to original millwork and a hearth in the chef's kitchen that evokes another era. While historic charm takes center stage, no expense was spared in updating the home's infrastructure. Energy-efficient throughout, the home features fully upgraded mechanicals, a state-of-the-art Buderus heating system, radiant flooring, and an outdoor furnace that can heat both the house and pool for added comfort and peace of mind.Outside, the grounds showcase bluestone patios, mature gardens, stone terraces, complemented by striking outdoor sculptures. Multiple outbuildings enhance the estate's charm, including a modern, 45' x 75' garage offering potential as a studio, workshop, or guest quarters. Just 90 minutes from Manhattan, Daniel Bull House offers private solace while being a short drive to local amenities and endless upstate outdoor adventures. This lovely country retreat presents a rare opportunity to own a significant piece of American history, thoughtfully preserved and enhanced for modern living.

Colonial Masterpiece - This one-of-a-kind Hudson Valley residence artfully combines authentic, historic character with flawless contemporary design set on a bucolic, level parcel. The c. 1790’s antique colonial portion of the home features a timeless natural stone facade, standing seam roof, and welcoming red front door evoking true period charm. An architecturally inspired contemporary wing clad in cedar was added in the 1980s, creating a spacious, chic, light-filled interior, and a seamless blend of old and new. The property is punctuated outside with towering pines and mature, perennial plantings. The antique portion of the home maintains beamed ceilings and crafted wood details in the main room, and it flows to the soaring, light-filled section, on two levels. On the main level, the large contemporary living room, and an open-concept kitchen and dining room are designed for modern, sophisticated living. This open main living room has slider doors to the pool area and sitting areas at the back of the home. A home office, a large entry foyer, a den and full bath round out the main level. Upstairs a luxurious sun-soaked primary suite with a sitting room, serves as a private retreat along with three other cozy bedrooms and a hall bath in the antique portion of the home. Original details of stonework, wood accents, and early craftsmanship - are preserved and accented throughout, while modern amenities bring comfort and ease. With four bedrooms, three full baths, and a lower level home gym, this exceptional property offers design aesthetic and daily utility in one. The outdoor spaces are a true escape. At the rear of the home, an expansive deck and stone patio surround a sparkling in-ground pool, cloistered into a private alcove and framed by a beautiful cedar pergola. The sprawling rear lawn is perfect for outdoor entertaining or imaginative uses. A detached 2-car garage has bonus space above, perfect for a studio, more exercise space or further creative pursuits. The property offers a viewshed of Highland Lakes State Park with over 3,000 acres of preserved woodlands, trails, and lakes for year round recreation. Ideally located in central Orange County in NY’s Hudson Valley, this special home is about 90 minutes from New York City and approximately 35 minutes to the Catskills and Shawangunks. The region is renowned for its leading cultural and entertainment institutions, medical and educational institutions, vibrant farm-to-table dining, the Shawangunk wine trail, Bethel Woods, Storm King Art Center and more. Completely unique and stunningly beautiful in every aspect, here is a one of one lifestyle opportunity, not to be missed.

Overlooking the Hudson River in the esteemed hamlet of Balmville, The Rest is a rare and remarkable offering—a Gothic Revival masterpiece and enduring symbol of 19th-century architecture, masterfully adapted for modern living. The Rest was designed as both a living work of art and an inviting home and celebrates the ethos of High Victorian Gothic Revival showcasing soaring tracery ceilings, gasolier-style chandeliers, floor to ceiling doors adorned with wood-framed diamond-patterned glass, and a Tiffany-style stained-glass window at its heart. Rich inlaid and parquet floors, full-height wood wainscoting, and pocket doors feature prominently in the entry hall, drawing room, library, and dining room. Six original marble and wood fireplace mantels anchor the home. Glass-front-built-ins and intimate mullioned bay window seating invite the sharing of secrets. Befitting its name, The Rest is an approachable home, grounded in comfort with expansive views of the Hudson from a bluestone veranda spanning the western facade. A butler's pantry connects the formal dining room with a chef's kitchen featuring granite counters and river views, warm living room with wide wood plank floors, powder room, and access to the heated pool. The second floor offers a primary suite with views of the Hudson and a custom dressing corridor. The spa-like ensuite has a double vanity, quartz counters, bidet, and soaking tub with river views. The second floor is complete with four additional bedrooms and a bonus room, two with river views, and two more full baths. The upper floors are connected by a discreet secondary staircase and anchored by a traditional oculus or 'roof lantern' that beautifully filters daylight down to the floors below. Commissioned in the 1860s by Daniel Bennett St. John— Congressman, Senator, and a founding editor of The New York Times—this estate was brought to life by Frederick Clarke Withers, a leading figure in American Gothic Revival architecture and influenced by Calvert Vaux, co-designer of Central Park.

Panoramic Hudson River views with thoughtful updates throughout - this striking contemporary home is the best of both worlds, just minutes from downtown Cornwall. Driving up, with the river unfolding on your left, you are greeted by the expansive, lush grounds of this Hudson Highlands retreat. Park in the large driveway or two-car garage with extra storage space below. Entering the home through the central foyer, you have many options. Ahead, find the large family room, with doors that open to the rear patio and Gunite pool. If we step out for a moment, we'll find that the fenced in space has ample area for seating. The bright blue pool is a perfect size, maintainable but great for swimming! Back inside, going right, we find the private first floor primary bedroom suite, with a wood-burning fireplace, seating area and spa-like ensuite bath. While you won't want to leave this space, we have to at the moment. Also on this floor is the convenient laundry and a flexible room, great for game space, office or media room. Up the stairs, on the left, is the large living room, with amazing views from the huge windows, and another wood-burning fireplace at the heart. Past the living room is the large dining room with a skylight and wall of windows overlooking the pool. Then, the gorgeously remodeled open kitchen, with granite counter tops, two ovens, an eat-in island and beautiful lighting fixtures. Sporting form and function, this is a wonderful kitchen to work in. Down the hall, past a bright playroom, are four more rooms. Spacious bedrooms and a deep office with river views, these rooms offer space for everyone. Each room has a unique character. The hall bathroom has a large glass shower and deep linen closet. There is even more here! Up in the large loft - great guest quarters - we'll find the sliding doors out to the balcony, with some of the best views of the house. Sit for a moment and appreciate the sights. Is that a hawk diving? Can you see the sail boats gliding across the river? All of this, plus solar panels and a generator, just a few minutes to great restaurants, coffee shops, bookstores, shops of all kinds, and some of the best parks for counties around. What more could you ask for?

Step into the Hudson Valley country lifestyle you've been dreaming about. Set on more than 7 private acres along highly sought-after Boice Mill Road in Kerhonkson. This modern farmhouse brings together beautiful grounds, generous living spaces, a gunite pool and the kind of privacy that makes arriving home feel like an escape.A long driveway winds through mature trees and professionally landscaped grounds before arriving at the four-bedroom home. Inside, an easy, open flow connects the foyer, living room, den, dining room and kitchen while preserving the character and intimacy of individual rooms. At the center is a cook's kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and a gas range, equally suited to quiet dinners at home or weekends filled with friends. French doors from the living and dining areas open to an expansive elevated deck surrounded by the tree canopy.Upstairs, the spacious primary suite feels like a retreat of its own, with a private sitting room and fireplace and a large bath with separate tub and shower and dual vanities. Three additional bedrooms provide plenty of room for guests and working from home. Two fireplaces add warmth and atmosphere throughout the seasons.The walk-out lower level offers approximately 850+ square feet of additional unfinished space with three sets of French doors opening directly onto a stone patio, creating exciting possibilities for future living, recreation, studio or fitness space.Outside is where this property truly comes into its own. A fenced country garden filled with fruit trees and climbing hydrangeas comes alive each spring. Summer revolves around the beautifully sited gunite pool, surrounded by sunshine, privacy and mountain views. In autumn, the elevated rear deck feels almost like a treehouse, putting you at eye level with the changing leaves. And when winter arrives, there are few better places to be than beside the fire while snow settles quietly across the landscape.All of this is within minutes of some of the Hudson Valley's most beloved destinations, including Inness resort, Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Mohonk Preserve, Westwind Orchard and Saunderskill Farm. Stone Ridge, High Falls, Kingston and Woodstock are all within easy reach, with Manhattan less than two hours away.