$475,000

Vacation at home and live your best life in this meticulously maintained, energy efficient waterfront cottage. Tucked away on a rustic private road on the scenic shores of Lake Zoar, this light filled home offers a rare opportunity to embrace a peaceful lakeside lifestyle as either a year round residence, or an enchanting weekend getaway. Imagine feeling a million miles away from the fast pace of the world while remaining just minutes away from local shopping, dining, and highway access - all while being less than 90 minutes away from Manhattan. Stepping inside, the open concept main level offers seamless indoor/outdoor living and exceptional craftsmanship with carefully curated features throughout the entire house. The home features designer inspired lighting throughout that uses only 10% of traditional energy consumption. In the cozy living room, fully wired for surround sound, enjoy energy independence with a high efficiency wood stove insert in your fully operational fireplace. French doors open to a covered deck for year round enjoyment of your one of a kind lake views. Just off the living area, the chef's kitchen is equipped with a custom gas range, dishwasher, commercial grade refrigerator, and a massive granite island looking out over the water, supplied by mountain fed well water, freeing you from reliance on public systems and unwanted chemical treatment. The main level features a versatile bedroom en-suite with a dedicated walk-in closet space and abundant built-in storage - easily adapting to a private bedroom, reading den, home office, or guest space. It is paired with a spa-like bathroom complete with a deep therapeutic soaking tub, and a laundry room with a high grade energy and water efficient appliance. Upstairs, the generously proportioned primary bedroom suite serves as a quiet sanctuary. Enjoy panoramic country and lake views with your morning coffee on your private balcony, alongside a designer walk-in closet with full custom organization. Outside, the property's expansive hillside footprint offers the ideal natural canvas for a thriving sustenance garden. Enjoy direct access to everything the private lake community offers - from boating and fishing to relaxing near the desirable sandbar area. This extraordinary home is a must see where your lakeside dream finally comes to life. Reach out today to schedule your private viewing and experience this extraordinary lifestyle firsthand.