518 Budine Road, Sidney, NY, 13839

Located just 3 hours from NYC and 30 minutes from Oneonta, this property is loaded with natural resources including a stone quarry, hardwood forest, plentiful wildlife, stocked pond, spring-fed well, fields with southern exposure ideal for gardens, a giant stone fireplace, and more. The house and barn are situated on 45+ acres of prime land with an additional 20 acres available across the street as well. A large lawn encircles the home and encompasses the well-appointed barn across the street. The forest includes deciduous and evergreen species and stretches up the hill to a slate quarry on the upper edge of the property. An impressive deck runs nearly the length of the house, offering a large outdoor space to entertain friends and family during the warm summer months. Not far from the house a large dock extends over the edge of the pond. Approximately fourteen feet deep, the pond is fully stocked with bass and carp and a fountain set up has been installed. As you step through the front door and through the mudroom, the large modern addition opens up to the left. Southward facing, the great room features plenty of natural light, hardwood floors, sliding glass doors to the deck, and a giant natural stone fireplace built from stones from the quarry on the property. It's easy to imagine a roaring holiday fire, with family and friends gathered around to celebrate and ice skating on the pond. Two large bedrooms and a bathroom are conveniently joined to the great room. Additionally, there are two adjacent heated workrooms through which one gains access to the spacious attached two-car garage. The addition transitions seamlessly into the charming, well-maintained original farmhouse. The Wood-Mode kitchen features a center island and exposed wooden beams and flowing naturally into the dining space and the formal living room or out to the four seasons room which is flooded with sunlight all year round. There is a half bath off the living room for convenience. Upstairs there are three good sized bedrooms, one featuring a very large walk-in closet. A third bathroom, with a shower, completes the space. The home has been well-cared for. The heating systems and septic (pumped regularly) are in good working order. The high-end vinyl siding is in excellent condition and most of the roof has been replaced in the last five years with architectural shingles. High-speed internet is available. Full house security system. This contemporary home is overflowing with charm and history and ready for a new owner to make it their own.The owner is selling an additional plot of prime land with 20+ acres across the street, listed as 0 Budine Rd, Sidney. It includes another pond, pavilion, small cabin, and two beautiful and well-draining fields ideal for building.