Home Details for 23 Briar Patch Lane

Tucked quietly among the trees, where mornings begin with birdsong and evenings settle into peaceful stillness, Briar Patch feels timeless and quietly special. Set on five serene acres in the heart of the Hudson Valley, this inviting Cape Cod offers privacy, natural beauty, and an easy sense of home. A charming covered front porch welcomes you inside, opening to a thoughtfully designed main living space where warmth and connection take center stage. The living room is anchored by a cozy wood stove and flows seamlessly into the open country kitchen and dining area—an ideal layout for both everyday living and relaxed entertaining. The kitchen is spacious and well-appointed, featuring a stainless steel appliance package, quality cabinetry, generous storage, and a substantial island prep and storage counter. A bar seating nook provides a comfortable spot for morning coffee or casual meals, offering an easy connection to the warmth and activity of the living area. Sliding glass doors extend the living space outdoors to a back deck well suited for al fresco dining, summer barbecues, and long evenings enjoying the surrounding natural setting. The main level offers the ease of one-floor living with a comfortable primary bedroom, a full bathroom, and a dedicated home office—well suited for remote work or creative pursuits. Upstairs, two generously proportioned bedrooms share a full bath with a shower/tub combination. Comfort throughout the home is enhanced by a thoughtfully designed heating system featuring oil-filled, hard-wired electric baseboard radiators. Unlike conventional electric baseboard heat, these sealed units use an internal mineral oil reservoir to deliver steady, radiant warmth that is quiet, energy-efficient, and evenly distributed. The radiators remain cooler to the touch for added safety and continue to release heat even after cycling off, creating a consistently comfortable environment that complements the home’s inviting atmosphere. The lower level offers substantial finished storage space with excellent potential for a variety of uses—whether for fitness, hobbies, or organized storage—along with a laundry area and a large two-car garage with room for a workshop or additional storage. Outdoors, the property continues to offer room to explore and enjoy, with open lawns, a charming outbuilding for storage, and a custom-built playhouse. With ample space for gardening, recreation, or a future pool, the land invites a range of possibilities. Private and peaceful, and surrounded by nature, Briarpatch offers a setting where life feels comfortably unhurried. Ideally located just minutes from the Taconic Parkway, Red Hook Village, and Rhinebeck, this special property provides convenient access to the Hudson Valley’s shops, restaurants, and cultural destinations, while maintaining the tranquility of a setting that feels both welcoming and removed.

• House Interior

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • His and Hers Closets
  • Kitchen Island
  • Natural Woodwork
  • Recessed Lighting

• Heating Information

  • Wood Stove
  • Baseboard
  • Electric
  • See Remarks

• Utilities

  • Cable Available
  • Electricity Connected
  • Phone Connected

• Parking

  • Attached
  • Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

• Water Features

  • Private
  • Well

• Basement

  • Partial
  • Storage Space

• Fire Place

  • Living Room
  • Wood Burning Stove

• Cooling Information

  • Wall/Window Unit(s)

• Garage

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