1368 Sunset Rd Castleton-on-hudson, NY 12033
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,556 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Multi-Family
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,556 sqft
Price per Sqft $306
MLS Listing ID 246180
Style Greek Revival,Historic
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1850
Annual Tax Amount $11,450
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 5.000 Acres
Acres 5.0
Lot Dimensions 217800
Source Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®
Property Description
A large mid-19th c. barn with peg construction completes the picture. Originally part of the Van Rensselaer patroonship from the 17th c to the mid 19th c., the house was built Circa 1850 in the Greek Revival style. The property was aggrandized in 1915 by important Albany architect, Albert W. Fuller. (The original blueprints on linen still exist!). The owner at that time was a prominent Albany attorney, Frank Bixby Gilbert, who authored several books on New York State law (still in use today!) At that time, quarter sawn oak floors were added to the public rooms to reflect the prominence of the owner. A large dining room (with a butler floor call button that still exists!) was created to welcome fellow dignitaries.
The New York State Historian, Dr. Albert D. Corey owned Blinkbonnie from 1944 to 1963. He played a significant role in preserving and advancing the historical legacy of the Empire State.
Since 1972, the current owner has updated Blinkbonnie, keeping the historic charm intact, mindful of the original character.
This historically significant property was listed on The National Register of Historic Places in 2000! (potential tax credits).
Blinkbonnie ( Gaelic for "good to the eyes or good view") awaits her next steward.
The layout is highly adaptable, with the rear wing offering a separate entrance, 1-2 Bedrooms & full bath.
Two sets of French doors lead to a magical 3 season porch with limestone floors and amazing glass panels cut with a copper wheel. While a charming back porch calls you to read or nap. The sunny, south facing kitchen sports a copper sink with granite and soapstone countertops. The original wavy glass windows create a beautiful,subtle dance of fractured reflections as light passes through delicately bubbled and wrinkled glass. 2 original clawfoot tubs are perfect for a long soak.
A large 19th c. barn with wood peg construction towards the back of the property awaits its next function....currently an antiques shop, it could be used for another business, display of an antique car collection, dance parties, etc
Blinkbonnie has a private setting with mature flowering trees and perennials ...daffodils, lilacs, dogwood, ornamental cherry, peonies, iris, allium, rhododendrons, flocks, lilies, hosta, rose of sharon and hydrangeas. A morning walk on the property could reveal a view of the mist rising off the Hudson River with the Catskill mountains as a backdrop.
A "sweet spot" location. 7 miles to Amtrak, 8 miles to Albany, 20 miles to the Albany International airport. Saratoga, Hudson and
Tanglewood are all less than 30 minutes away. 2 1/2 hours to Boston or New York City. 3 hrs to Montreal. East Greenbush Schools.
Location
State NY
Area Outside Berkshire New York
Direction 90 to exit 10 Miller Rd. Right to Sunset Rd. 1 mile to house on left.
Rooms
Basement Unfinished, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Bulk head
Interior
Interior Features Soapstone Counter, Stone Countertop, High Speed Wiring, Cable Avail, Central Vacuum, Pets Allowed
Heating Oil, Hot Water
Flooring Ceramic Tile, Wood
Appliance Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Exterior Feature Lighting, Barn/Stable, Fenced-Partially, Privacy, Outbuilding, Deciduous Shade Trees, Mature Landscaping, Landscaped
Parking Features false
Garage Description Garaged
Utilities Available Fiber Optic Availabl, DSL Available
View Scenic, Hill/Mountain, Distant
Roof Type Membrane,Metal,Asphalt
Accessibility Accessible Bedroom, 1st Flr Bdrm w/Bath
Garage false
Building
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Well
Architectural Style Greek Revival, Historic
Schools
Elementary Schools Other
Middle Schools Other
High Schools Other