The Bluestone Road Residence
Property perks
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Perks for the Parents
This architect-owned Mid-Century modern home on 1.5 acres in the heart of Woodstock sleeps up to 8 people plus a baby. Larger parties are by the discretion of the owners. It is a 10-minute walk / 3-minute drive from Woodstock town center. Luxury touches for parents include a master bedroom with a fireplace and flat screen TV to stream late night movies. The property has 2 decks - one wraparound cedar deck spanning the length of the house with lighting for evening relaxation, lounge chairs, a gas grill and a table and chairs seating 8 people. The other deck is covered and has built-in benches and forest views. Both are great for wildlife watching, as is the plush hammock in the yard. There is a Sonos sound system for music, a guitar, an upright piano and a fireplace in the living room for evening relaxing. The kitchen has a wood stove, cozy in winter whether you're hitting the nearby ski slopes and want to warm up, or enjoy taking wintery walks in the woods.
Why Kids Love it
Games, toys, musical instruments, books and art supplies are plentiful throughout this house designed with kids in mind. The living room has a play tent, piano and kids instruments while the cozy den is filled with activities for kids of all ages or a quiet place to read. In there is also a flat-screen TV with streaming apps as well as art supplies, books and tons of board games. The basement has a carpeted play area where kids can escape to play soccer, tumble on gym mats or create their own worlds. There are 2 twin kids rooms with a single bed and desk for kids, 1 of which also has a crib. Outside is a grassy yard with a climbing dome and ample room to play on the decks or set up a kiddie pool. The outdoor fire pit is made for toasting marshmallows and there are fireflies in warmer months. Seasonal activities include skiing and sledding, swimming in creeks, hiking trails, biking or walking miles of rail trails, berry or apple picking, and exploring countless cultural destinations nearby.
Things to Know
Winter/Spring 2020 three night minimum with longer stays given preference. All other times minimum stay is 2 nights; 3 nights over holiday weekends, 5 nights at Thanksgiving and 7 at Christmas. There is a town tax of 2% on all bookings that will be charged separately. Maximum number of guests is 8. All fireplaces in the house are fully functioning. Small children may need to be supervised around the deck, stone wall and gardens. There is a lot of wildlife on the property, including birds, wild turkeys and deer, and there have been occasional sightings of bears. No pets allowed. The house has central heat and air conditioning, and ceiling fans in the master and guest queen bedrooms as well as the living room. A pack ‘n’ play, highchair, booster seat, kids dinnerware, changing table, and a hiking backpack are available for use. Additional housekeeping may be available upon request for a fee.
About the Location
Located in a wooded spot just 3 minutes driving from the town of Woodstock, NY, the house is safe and beautifully quiet at night. Approximately 15 minutes on foot, walk into historic town center for kid-friendly shops, restaurants, grocery shopping and great people watching at weekly drum circles and farmers markets. The Woodstock Elementary playground is also 3 minutes away by car and swimming holes and a pool club with monthly passes for sale are within ten minutes. It is 35 minutes away from Belleayre Mountain, which is a family-friendly place for all levels of skiers, and just over 40 minutes to Windham and Hunter Mountains. There are countless spots for hiking and fishing nearby, mountain biking, summer festivals, and farms for fruit picking. Car rental is suggested, town is about two hours from Manhattan and there is room for three cars to park in the driveway. It is also reachable via bus from NYC into town, Amtrak into Rhinebeck, about 30 minutes away, and flights into Albany Airport, about 40 minutes away.
Accommodation Details
This 4-bedroom 2-bathroom home has 2 decks with seating and is a raised ranch style with everything on one level, basement and garage are below. An airy living room has cozy sofas and chairs, a piano, and a woodburning fireplace (which is shared with the master bedroom). Sliding doors open up to the deck spanning the side of the house. There is a kitchen with a woodstove open to the dining area, seating up to 8 at the table plus 4 at the counter. This area also has sliders opening to the cedar deck with bbq and seating. The master bedroom has a queensize bed, woodburning fireplace, and newly renovated en suite bathroom on one side of the house off of the living room. On the other side of the house are a 2nd bedroom with a queensize bed and desk, a bedroom with 2 twin beds, and a bedroom with a twin bed plus trundle as well as a crib and mini desk. Off the dining area is a den with a double sofabed stocked with tons of toys and books, a desk and a TV with Sling TV and multiple streaming apps. The hall bathroom has a shower, the master bath has a shower and tub. Downstairs in the walk-out basement is another carpeted play area and a laundry room. The house has a garden with a firepit and one of the large decks has a gas grill and an outdoor table and chairs seating 8, plus lounge chairs for 4.
Style Notes
Modern rustic and cozy Mid-century style. Hardwood floors plus sheepskin rugs and throws, graphic prints and open fireplaces make this a countryside retreat with added chic. The cedar deck spanning the length of the house is a stand out feature, accessed by sliding doors from multiple rooms. The main bedroom has a fireplace for evening fires and the kitchen has a wood stove, to keep it cozy in colder months. We love the sleek modern kitchen opening up to the elements and the views of the woods from nearly every window. The modern touches mixed with original architectural details and Woodstock flair create a perfect country retreat.
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Air Conditioning
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Baby Bath
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Baby Monitor
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Babysitter / Nanny
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Backyard / Garden
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Balcony
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Bathtub
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Bed Rails
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Bicycles
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Cabinet Locks
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Changing Table
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Chef / Catering
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Children's Dinnerware
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Corner Guards
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DVD Library
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DVD Player
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Dishwasher
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Elevator
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Fireplace Guards
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Game Console
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High Chair
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Housekeeper
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Outlet Plugs
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Parking
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Pet-friendly
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Pool
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Pool Gate
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Stair Gates
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Television
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Toys / Children's Books
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Washer / Dryer
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Wifi
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Window Guards

Woodstock, Hudson Valley
Green, organic and free range
Head to the Catskills and Woodstock for an eco-friendly retreat: wooded hillsides, hiking trails, lakes, rivers and plenty of space to run, yell and play. Artists, writers and musicians have made this rural spot a colony for the arts - and there’s great home-baked food here too.