Home Details for 8 Oak Drive

Close your eyes and envision... a beautiful lake 3 blocks away to enjoy swimming, kayaking, fishing & beach sunsets... This desirable private lake community brings a whole new dimension to country life. A tranquil non motorboat lake in the highly sought after Beaver Dam Lake community w/ Cornwall schools is within your reach. A dream you thought wasn't possible can truly be yours. This wonderful property awaits the buyer who is searching for a large country home w/ guest house or legal rentable cottage right next door & lake life! Options are many. Offset your mortgage with the rental income, or combine family funds and purchase 2 incredible homes on one parcel for your own family compound. Now let's talk about all you would be fortunate to have in this rare find! The main residence although originally built in 1949 was torn down to the foundation, expanded in 2006 & creatively rebuilt to over 3,100 square feet of well-defined space. The charm of a sprawling contemporary Farmhouse style that feels like home upon entry w/ wonderful, oversized windows generating bright and cheerful rooms. Beginning with the stunning foyer (& large coat closet), you will be drawn into immense space throughout. The comfort of a 1st floor huge primary ensuite includes a walk-in closet, lovely bathroom w/ a beautiful tiled shower & soak tub, truly the attraction you have been seeking, creating a wing of privacy (and no steps). A second lovely bedroom (perfect for home office) & chic full bath also compliment the first floor, as well as the convenience of a full laundry room. The true heart of the home however is the expansive open concept kitchen, dining & family room combo w/ vaulted ceiling (and cool decorative built in shelf), recessed lighting, walk in pantry & huge island w/ fabulous granite counter tops. An abundant space for everyone to gather & mingle as you prepare your favorite recipes. A fun outside area is the wrap around covered front porch, easily accessed from a beautiful glass sliding kitchen door, a great "chillin" area for morning coffee, unwinding after work, or just relaxing after a fun filled day at the lake! A sweet fenced in yard offers space & easy access for pets and children ensuring safety & room for gardens! The first level truly offers the convenience of one floor living, & yet so much more to see upstairs! As you venture up the lovely staircase, brightly lit by a landing window, you will find the space unmatched with a very generous open family room, perfect for movie nights, 2 spacious bedrooms w/ walk-in closets, full large bathroom, storage closets and well insulated storage attic (with pull down stairs). Plenty of room for family & friends, yet your primary sanctuary remains private on the first floor! This will surely be ''the house'' that everyone gravitates to for visits, w/ the wonderful lake & abundant space for fun weekend escapes. Continuing next door you will love the adorable 2 story cottage w/ 1248 sq ft, updated in 2008 (newer appliances 2021), 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open concept kitchen living room, central AC, 2nd floor laundry & private driveway. This property is unlike any others you will find. If you are searching for a unique home, lake lifestyle & income producing 2nd home this will fill the wish list! A one-of-a-kind distinctive property w/ lake rights that offers a community beach with floating platforms, sand toys & boat launches for residents. Whatever you may be searching for, when you are kayaking on a beautiful summer day you will never regret this purchase! Experience life at its best w/ quaint nearby villages of Washingtonville & Cornwall w/holiday festivities, parks, eateries, lovely shops & old fashion ice cream stand to sweeten life more. Ideal commuter location w/ Salisbury Train Station (to Penn Station), West Point, Commons shopping & more! An enchanting little secret in the beautiful Hudson Valley and only 62 miles from NYC! A great investment & timeless bliss of lake life!

• House Interior

  • Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Kitchen Island
  • Natural Woodwork
  • Master Downstairs
  • Soaking Tub
  • Storage

• Utilities

  • Cable Available
  • Cable Connected
  • Electricity Available

• Heating Information

  • Forced Air
  • Oil

• Waterfront and Water Access

  • Waterfront Access

• Cooling Information

  • Central Air

• Water Features

  • Public

• Parking

  • Driveway

• Basement

  • Crawl Space