9 bedroom House For Sale: 127 S Bedford..

Magnificently situated on over 4 acres reaching to the bank of bucolic Blue Heron Lake, this grand circa 1903 shingle style Manor is a beautiful example of turn-of-the century architecture with its gently sloping hip roof, multi-scaled dormers with diamond-paned upper windows, prominent gables with dramatic eaves and a perfect balance of shingle walls with ashlar granite masonry. Originally built as a Sportsmans Lodge, it has been meticulously restored and renovated creating refined yet relaxed spaces for weekend or year-round sophisticated country living. A length-of-the-house veranda with brick floors and complementing ashlar stone piers is one of many highlights. A two-part entry separated by original Queen Anne glass-pane double doors flows to a dramatic Living Room with pegged oak floors, 2 copper-trimmed fireplaces, beamed ceiling and adjacent dining area opening to the sparkling pool with slate terrace. A mahogany-paneled library with detailed moldings and cabinetry with centered fireplace and a Family Room with a centered fireplace opening to a summer porch are perfect getaway spots. A completely renovated chefs-appointed kitchen with dramatic soaring ceiling with multiple work areas is a delight. And a broad stone archway opens to an atrium-style sitting area, and summer dining room with slate floors and glass ceiling are all perfect for effortless entertaining. The second level features a master suite retreat featuring a sitting room with bay window, fireplace, bath, plus an additional three bedrooms, two full baths, and multiple linen closets. The third floor offers an office/study with fireplace, adjoining kitchen with full bath, and an additional three bedrooms. The architectural fourth floor features three exposures with five dormers housing a fully-equipped light-flooded gym.Outside, the entertaining amenities create your own spectacular lake-side resort with a heated pool with spa and a wide entertaining slate terrace. An easy garden-walk leads to more broad slate terraces at the waters edge. Perfect for simple lake-side gatherings or over-the-top entertaining, this setting is beyond compare. Stretching over one mile in length, Blue Heron Lake is the largest privately owned Lake in the area, and is renowned for its crystal clear water. A full heated barn with a concrete floor and 120 and 240 volt electricity, as well as a separate boat barn tucked just-away, are perfect for loads of storage or your own creative possibilities.

Key Features:

9 BedRooms
5 BathRooms
1HalfBathRooms
4+ Car Detachedparking Ref: 36112-4702994