luxury real estate for sale Cooperstown, United States

Discover unparalleled luxury and tranquility in this magnificent Shingle Style Lakefront Estate, nestled on 14.88 acres along the serene shores of Otsego Lake. Upon entering, you are greeted by a grand entrance with an elegant staircase. This beautiful residence features 5 large bedrooms, ample closet space, and 5 bathrooms across three impeccably designed levels, exuding timeless elegance and modern comfort. Two fieldstone fireplaces provide pure coziness, ambiance, and nostalgic charm to the home. The first floor boasts engineered oak floors and radiant heat in the front foyer, dining room, library, and great room, enhancing the home's timeless appeal. The expansive, open kitchen is a culinary dream, featuring a walk-through pantry, top-of-the-line appliances, and French doors that seamlessly transition to a new bluestone patio. This outdoor oasis is perfect for entertaining, complete with a propane fire pit and a hot tub, where you can relax and take in the breathtaking views of Otsego Lake. Three bright bedrooms, baths, and laundry are located on the second floor. The primary bedroom is a true retreat, featuring a large bedroom with a sitting area, a full bathroom with an electric heated floor, a walk-in shower, a soaking tub, and a spacious walk-in closet. A gorgeous back staircase leads to the third floor, which comprises two spacious bedrooms, a large Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a balcony that provides a stunning vantage point for overlooking the lake, enhancing the home's charm and allure. The estate boasts 500 feet of private waterfront, offering a peaceful and secluded setting. The finished basement includes a 1/2 bath and a good-sized cedar closet, perfect for additional storage. Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the well-appointed wine cellar, ideal for storing and showcasing your collection. In addition to the main house, a cozy year-round guest house equipped with one bedroom, kitchen, sitting room,3/4 bath, electric heat, and wood stove above the two-car garage provides versatile accommodations for guests or extended family. High-speed internet is available for the main house and guest house, plus a Tesla Home Charger. This estate is situated in Springfield's prestigious north end, bordering state land and Hyde Hall, where you can access hiking trails, enhancing the outdoor experience. The property is approximately nine miles from Cooperstown's Historical Village despite its secluded setting. It is home to unique shops, gourmet dining, and renowned cultural landmarks such as the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Fenimore Art Museum, the Farmers Museum, Glimmerglass Opera, and The Otesaga Resort with its award-winning Legendary Golf Course that trails along the beautiful Otsego Lake Shores. This is a rare opportunity to own a timeless masterpiece in one of Springfield's most coveted locations, where luxury meets tranquility. Immerse yourself in the elegance and sophistication of this extraordinary lakefront estate; schedule your private showing today.

Recently renovated small three bedroom nineteenth century full service get away on a dead end road in the tiny hamlet of Leonardsville town of Brookfield near the endless New York State horse trails. In the center of the 300 acre Horned Dorset Colony Foundation’s Forrest’s and Fields, the house has no neighbors only a waterfalls and an artist’s studio. Nearby is a thriving apple orchard and cider mill that functions in the fall. Trails through the woods are maintained by the Foundation. The cottage is an elegant New York apartment with a galley kitchen with new European appliances,marble floor and counters which leads to an entrance “zaguan ”, dining room and back terrace facing the woods and waterfalls Off the marble floored dining room is the parlor and library with a new wood burning fireplace ,antique oak mantel,wooden carved arches, casement windows with brass cremone bolt hardware and lightly finished oak floors. Antique double wall sconces abound in all the rooms which also have appropriate antique chandeliers. The modern laundry and a bathroom complete the downstairs. From the dining room behind the hand turned six foot cherry spindles rises the stone staircase with decorative antique riser tiles. Two bedrooms , one queen size with wood burning fireplace - the other double with a queen room and an adjoining single studio. Both have white marble bath rooms with large tubs and walk-in showers all with brass hardware and bidets and green marble wash basins. Both rooms have freestanding armoires which serve as closets and large bathroom windows for natural light. This cottage is a rare find for someone seeking quiet and beauty in a natural setting. There is an ample lawn on the downside of the hill where the house sits suitable for a small dipping pool if desired. The well renowned Horned Dorset Inn on NYS route 8 at the bottom of Huey road has wonderful French food and does do takeout on weekends. One is in the middle of 300 acres with nominal maintenance and desirable isolation and gourmet food nearby