$725,000

Unique, two-story contemporary features deeded lake rights to Round Lake, a 25-acre very clean lake with no motor boats -- it is considered the best swimming lake in No. Dutchess County. The residence offers approximately 3000 s.f. with 3BRs/3.5BAs. Main level is accessed from a walled garden and offers a south-facing two-story atrium with skylights, custom built ins and powder room. Vaulted, eat-in chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry and cobalt blue Mexican tiles and has French doors to a private deck for outside dining. The vaulted living room offers a 60's era 'cabin' fireplace with woodstove insert. There is a sitting area that leads to the family room with large walk-in closet. In addition, there is a guest suite with private entrance which could provide for a home office or possible short-term rental, or in-law suite. Lastly there is a bedroom with vaulted ceiling and a hall bath. The second level is a primary suite with two sitting areas, 3 closets and handsome tiled bath with spa tub. Furthermore, the primary suite has its own private deck overlooking striking rock formations. The flooring throughout the upper levels are a combination of pine, bamboo and tile. The lower level offers a storage/workshop room, utility room with sauna and mechanicals, a wine cellar and 2 cedar closets. Lastly there is a 2-car garage, carport and garden shed. The home enjoys energy-efficient solar and geothermal heating system. The residence is surrounded by gardens, stone walls, mature plantings and rock outcroppings. It is a short stroll to the lake's swimming beach. The property is 10 minutes to Rhinebeck Village and Amtrak, convenient to Bard's Fisher Center and the Taconic which provides for an under 2-hour drive to New York City.