5 Bedroom 20 Acre Country Estate with a Pool in Hudson Valley / Dutchess County

Located in the beautiful Hudson Valley in the LaGrange/Hopewell Junction area of Dutchess County, this 20-acre country estate, on 20 flat acres of what was a former horse farm, has a 5 bedroom home, a pool, a barn and separate garage. This house is in the beautiful Covered Bridge neighborhood and conveniently located right off the Taconic Parkway, a few miles from Vassar College and just 75 miles north of NYC, making it perfect as either a family home or a weekend getaway. Two decks look out to an expansive lawn and pool and are perfect for summer barbeques. There are 3 separate bedroom suites and two large kids bedrooms making the house the perfect family home. There is also a home office with high-speed internet perfect for remote work or school for the whole family. The house can easily sleep up to 12 guests, ideally comprised of 6 adults (3 couples, each with an en suite bedroom/bathroom) and young children who enjoy sleeping together in a large room with twin beds and bunk beds. Covid-safety measures and cleaning practices have been implemented so that every surface has been disinfected. We ask for 2 days in between bookings to make sure the house is completely cleaned for each guest. Located just 9 Miles from the Vassar College campus, the location makes this home perfect for graduation week or Parents' Weekend. Marist College, the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) and the historic Roosevelt Mansion is just 15 miles away. The Hudson River is a 20 minute drive and the boomtown of Beacon NY and modern art museum, DIA Beacon, is also a 20 minute drive down the Taconic State Parkway. Rhinebeck and Millbrook are within a half an hour's drive. This family-owned property is very private and relaxing. 20 serene acres - have a softball game in the yard. A 56" flat screen TV is equipped with HBO, SHOWTIME and STARZ movie channels as well as many sports packages. Free WIFI as well. The heated pool has a small diving board and the upstairs rooms are wide open and perfect for lots of kids. We also provide several gaming systems. It's serene year-round. Thanksgiving is such a beautiful time in the Hudson Valley and the trees that surround the property will be gorgeous fall colors. Ideal for the owners would be families who can make extended stays. Possibly taking the house for the summer months or the fall or spring semester. A very smart, responsive and capable property manager and handyman are managing the property and can answer any questions and handle all issues that might come up. If you are spending the day traveling to the house you can make contact with the property manager if you'd like a viewing or assistance during your stay, i.e. some light shopping done before you arrive. That service to be negotiated between parties prior to your arrival. Splashdown Beach is a water park with fun slides and rides and a wave pool, located just 20 minutes away for summer fun. The DUTCHESS COUNTY FAIR is always the last week of August. And there are many NY county fairs that occur throughout the summer along with music festivals. The beautiful Mohonk Inn is nearby. The Hudson Valley is an amazing place to explore.