Evoking the charm of the English countryside $695,000

Evoking the charm of the English countryside, Oak Brook Farmhouse is a beautifully restored circa 1820 home featuring exquisite grounds and gardens. Beyond its editorial-worthy historic design, the home has been meticulously maintained with recent upgrades including a new roof, insulation, septic system, electrical work, and HVAC.

Situated on a quiet, dead-end country road, the property also boasts a creek, outdoor pavilions, a summer cottage, and magnificent landscaping. Blending 19th century appeal with sophisticated design and modern amenities, Oak Brook Farmhouse is truly a storybook nature retreat.Throughout the home, original detailing is celebrated and highlighted, from the wooden beams and wide-plank floors to the door hardware, and seamlessly integrated with modern improvements.

The expansive first floor features a convenient mudroom, a laundry room, a renovated kitchen, a sun-filled dining room, a living room with a fireplace, and a spacious full bathroom. Ascend to the second floor, where a stately primary bedroom awaits alongside three additional bedrooms and a full bath. The recently renovated third-floor loft area offers versatility as a home office, creative space, or guest quarters. Separate from the main house is a small summer cottage with a wood-burning stove, offering a wealth of possibilities.

The grounds are a true horticultural masterpiece, featuring distinct beds and borders, as well as multiple seating areas. Enjoy a small orchard of eight fruit treesapple, peach, pear, and plumsurrounded by nectar-producing plants for pollinators, including agastache, allium, and foxglove. The thriving working garden boasts lavender, lilacs, peonies, iris, tulips, and a kitchen garden with rhubarb and asparagus. A brook meanders through the property, while multiple gravity-fed water basins aid in gardening.

Additional outdoor features include a covered garden pavilion, an outdoor gravel patio, and an outdoor shower. Located in an exceptionally private location, Oak Brook Farmhouse offers guaranteed tranquility. Conveniently close to Kent, CT and other nearby upstate villages, the property is also a short distance to a plethora of nearby hiking trails and outdoor activities. Easy access to Metro North ensures a stress-free commute to NYC, making this property the epitome of a city escape at its finest. A testament to timeless appeal, a celebration of nature, and rich history, Oak Brook Farmhouse is ready to welcome its next fortunate steward.