3 Pratt Road , Malden Bridge, NY 12115 - Columbia County

The Joseph A Pratt House in Malden Bridge, NY is the ideal Hudson Valley retreat. Built in 1795, it is nestled on 67 acres of tranquil green lawns and wooded hills. This lovely property contains the stately, 3900 square foot main house, a 1000 square foot guest house for in-laws, a caretaker or as an income-producing rental and a large barn (also built in 1795) containing a two-car garage, a workshop and a four-season, finished studio with hand-hewn exposed beams. The entire property is in superlative condition. Central AC is being installed and will be operable by July 25th. The main house has retained its original footprint, most of its original hardware and moldings, stunning wide-board floors, legacy-glass windows with correspondingly paned storm windows, and an original wire-pulled front doorbell. It is stately while remaining comfortable and convenient. The first floor of this center hall Federal house welcomes you with a very large and gracious entry hall. To the left is a spacious living room with wood -burning fireplace and built in cabinets and shelves. To the right side is a very large dining room and/or parlor with an exterior access door, another wood-burning fireplace and original built-in cabinets. The kitchen at the back of the house features a wood-burning fireplace, the original chiseled out soapstone sink, and a back staircase along with modern appliances for contemporary living. The back door of the house opens onto a small office next to the kitchen. The second floor features a spacious landing, the primary bedroom with ensuite full bath, 3 other bedrooms, (two with wood-burning fireplaces, one with a wood stove) and another bathroom with shower. There is also a staircase to the unfinished attic which features a walk-in cedar closet and plenty of storage space. One of the most remarkable features of the house is in the partially-finished basement. There you will find the original kitchen with a brick floor, a cooking fireplace and an original, arched side exit. The basement also has a bathroom with a shower, the laundry room and the systems of the house. In addition to the main house, this estate boasts a fully self-sufficient one-bedroom guest house with a lofted bedroom, ¾ bath, double-height beamed living room and a modern kitchen. It has heating/cooling splits provide comfort throughout the year. The property also includes a two-story barn with storage space and a two car garage. On the second floor of this handsome barn there is a 500 square foot workshop and a separate, finished four-season studio with hand-hewn beams and double-height ceilings. This sun-filled space is perfect for an artist’s studio, writer’s retreat or any number of uses. The 63 acre property is 85% forested with several acres of cleared land and around the house, guest house and barn. There is a dirt access road through the center of the property. Continuing up the mountain on Pratt Road takes you along the southern edge of the lot. In the rolling hills of Columbia County, Malden Bridge is approximately 2 ¾ hours to NYC, 35 minutes to Hudson, 30 minutes to the Albany or Hudson Amtrak Station and 15 minutes from shopping. You owe yourself a visit to this charming retreat!