- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Parking: 2
- Size: 589.93 m²
- Price: $2,499,000
Some properties simply cannot be recreated. They are collected over centuries. Layer by layer. Story by story.
Stone by stone. Set behind towering trees and adjacent to hundreds of protected acres of the Mianus River Gorge Preserve, this exceptional Bedford property offers a rare opportunity to own a meticulously restored historic estate, surrounded by natural beauty and privacy. dating back to 1825, the historic main residence was once part of a larger estate on Long Ridge Road and formerly served as the Wilkenloh Hotel in the early 19th century. Today, the home has been tastefully renovated and updated, blending timeless architectural character with modern comfort and functionality.
Upon entering through two dramatic stone gateposts, a winding gravel drive leads to the main residence, a separate cottage, and extensive grounds with rolling lawns, mature trees, and historic stone walls. Situated on over 5.5 acres, the property offers a tranquil setting with panoramic landscape views in every season. Inside the main residence, original wide-plank floors, a fieldstone fireplace, and gracious living spaces showcase craftsmanship rarely found today. Walls of windows and glass doors fill the home with natural light while framing picturesque views of the surrounding property.
The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living room create an ideal layout for everyday living and entertaining. A covered porch with rocking chairs, supported by imposing pillars, overlooks the grounds and offers a serene setting to enjoy Bedford’s changing seasons. Outdoor amenities include a restored 22’x44’ heated gunite pool with updated mechanics and an expansive 1,400+ sq ft pool house, featuring a wrap-around deck, outdoor fireplace, screened-in entertainment area with fireplace, wet bar, ice maker, full bath, kitchenette, and flexible space for guests or recreation.
The separate cottage offers its own private entrance and features high ceilings, an arched window, kitchen, full bath, garage, additional flexible-use rooms, and ample storage space, ideal for guests, a home office, or extended living arrangements. Additional highlights include blue stone patios, restored landscape elements, and a 3-acre private trail system suitable for hiking, running, mountain biking, and outdoor recreation.
Conveniently located near Bedford, major parkways, shopping, dining, and Metro North train access, this unique Westchester County property offers a rare combination of historic character, updated amenities, flexible living space, and exceptional natural surroundings.
Square footage consists of:
4,015 sq ft of total living space including 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, cottage (independent appraiser 830 sq ft in attached docs) includes kitchen, bath, 2 bedrooms with garage below and separate private entrance. Pool house, 2 car garage below, heat pump air, game room, bath, kitchenette, 3/4 wrap around deck overlooking pool, screened stone patio with fireplace (1,464 sq ft)
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