Description
Beautiful historic gardener’s cottage from the original Henry Sargent Wodenethe Estate, dating back to 1863. Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac, this one-of-a-kind home seamlessly blends timeless character with modern upgrades. A formal entry welcomes you into a stunning sunroom (added in 1920), featuring vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and French doors that open to a covered bluestone patioperfect for indoor-outdoor living. The cozy living room showcases original exposed wood ceilings and a classic brick wood-burning fireplace. The thoughtfully updated galley kitchen is equipped with Viking appliances, quartz countertops, and a spacious walk-in pantry. A newly added dining room (2023), designed to complement the home’s historic charm, features lots of windows and a glass door leading directly to the patioideal for entertaining and al fresco dining. The first-floor primary suite offers high ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a private bath. Upstairs, you’ll find an additional bedroom and full bathroom. Currently this space is open to below, but could easily be closed off with a door and wall. The 2023 addition and renovation included a full overhaul of the home while preserving its original character: all-new kitchen and baths, electrical, central air, new windows throughout, roof, flooring, spray foam insulation and more. Set on a beautiful, level property, the grounds feel like a private retreat with bluestone paths, brick walls, and lush perennial gardens. A striking sculptural tree anchors the front yardpossibly to have been planted by Henry Sargent himself, known for his horticultural and landscape design legacy. Additional features include a detached two-car garage, generator, landscape lighting and a prime location within walking distance to Main Street and Metro-North.
Details
| MLS # | 1038089 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1864 |
| Days On Site | 12 |
| Listing Provided By | Compass Greater NY, LLC | Charlotte Guernsey |
Features
| Bed(s) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,471 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Acreage | 0.42 |
| Property View | Mountain(s) |
Interior
| Cooling | Central Air |
|---|---|
| Heating | Oil, Radiant, Radiant Floor |
| Interior Features | First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Galley Type Kitchen, Original Details, Pantry, Primary Bathroom, Master Downstairs, Quartz/Quartzite Counters, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Awning(s), Garden, Lighting |
|---|---|
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Brick, Foam Insulation |
| Lot Features | Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Private, Stone/Brick Wall, Views |
| Fencing | Wood |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Detached, Garage |
Utilities
| Utilities | Cable Connected, Electricity Connected |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
Taxes
| Tax Year | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 636300 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 17699.33 |
Area Information
| State | NY |
|---|---|
| County | Dutchess County |
| City | Beacon |
| Zip Code | 12508 |
| School District | Beacon |
| Elementary School | Sargent School |
| High School | Beacon |
| Listing VS Median (in 12508) | |
Price: $1,295,000 low | high Med: $460,000 sqft: 1,471 low | high Med: 1,040 $ / sqft: $880 low | high Med: $442 On site: 12 low | high Med: 18 | |
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| State | NY |
|---|---|
| County | Dutchess County |
| City | Beacon |
| Zip Code | 12508 |
| School District | Beacon |
| Elementary School | Sargent School |
| High School | Beacon |
| Listing VS Median (in 12508) | |
Price: $1,295,000 low | high Med: $460,000 sqft: 1,471 low | high Med: 1,040 $ / sqft: $880 low | high Med: $442 On site: 12 low | high Med: 18 | |
