Uniquely crafted and sited privately on a hilltop with seasonal views, this beautiful home blends into its natural setting. Located on a knoll that is open and surrounded by mature plantings of maple, dogwood and evergreens, it is a perfect weekend or full-time residence.

It offers an expansive floor plan with a wall of windows for year round light-filled living and passive solar warmth. Styled with oak beams, it combines a contemporary flair with the beauty of wood and other rich earthen tones.

The house has an open floor plan with gourmet kitchen featuring custom maple cabinetry and soapstone counters, Imperial 6-burner gas range, Jennaire refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and walk-in pantry. From the kitchen there is access to the dining room and living room. A sliding wall converts the family room at the east end to flexible living space. This space has a Mission-style woodstove accented with a wall of fieldstone. In addition, there is a half bath and a utility room.

The second level has a master suite connected by a catwalk to 2 additional bedrooms both with lofts and a hall bath.

The house is economically warmed with propane-based radiant heat on both levels and through its passive solar design.

The grounds are naturally landscaped with ornamental shrubs, perennials and stone walls. To the rear is a fieldstone patio and fireplace. There is a 2-story barn with a finished 575 sq. ft. studio.

The property is located on a quiet, dead-end road minutes from Rhinebeck with easy access to the Taconic and Amtrak.

Offered at $799,000

Contact Fran Rubinstein at 845-505-2424 or Vicki Hickman at 845-389-9952.