Situated in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, the Bennett homestead has been an enduring part of the landscape for nearly two hundred years. Built for Isaac Bennett circa 1817 this home is a rare example of rural Federal architecture. Among its distinct vernacular features are a side hall entry,decorative corbels, twelve over twelve window sash and the inclusion of shutters. The twelve acres on which the house resides straddle both sides of a quiet country road and insure an unspoiled view of the valley and hills. The setting is tranquil under the grand mature maples with old apple trees scattering the hillside and a mountain stream running through the lower valley. Access to a secluded backside of the property is gained by a dead end dirt road where the land borders a vernal pond. Two other property lines border state conservation land.
The interior of the house is naturally well lit by the south western exposure and the rooms are large and airy with nine foot ceilings. Much of the original style and detail is still present including original wide board floors, moldings, doors, staircase and mantels. The layout is a flowing plan of fifteen rooms including four bedrooms, two bathrooms, large kitchen, dining room, living room, great hall, laundry and several closets. In addition there are two large walk-in attics with separate staircases. The living space totals 3100 square feet with an additional 1900 square feet of attic space.
Restoration of the house began in 2005 and some of the improvements are: new thirty year achitectural shingle roof; new well, submersible pump, and pressure tank; new plumbing and drains; new 200 amp electric panel and wiring (partial); new Heil high efficiency propane furnace and duct work; two new Jotul cast iron woodburning stoves; new stainless steel chimney liner; blown-in natural fiber insulation; exterior paint. Additional renovations still remain to be completed, but allow for your personal vision of the house to take shape and see the full potential realized.
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Situated in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, the Bennett homestead has been an enduring part of the landscape for nearly two hundred years. Built for Isaac Bennett circa 1817 this home is a rare example of rural Federal architecture. Among its distinct vernacular features are a side hall entry,decorative corbels, twelve over twelve window sash and the inclusion of shutters. The twelve acres on which the house resides straddle both sides of a quiet country road and insure an unspoiled view of the valley and hills. The setting is tranquil under the grand mature maples with old apple trees scattering the hillside and a mountain stream running through the lower valley. Access to a secluded backside of the property is gained by a dead end dirt road where the land borders a vernal pond. Two other property lines border state conservation land.
