Rural Modernism
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Follow us on social media! Facebook: facebook. com/ulstercountybor and Instagram: instagram. com/ulstercountyrealtors he “Monarch” is nestled on 7 acres on a private tree-lined drive adjacent to the stunning Ashokan Reservoir and surrounding mountains. This modern home is topped with a dynamic butterfly roof-line and champions carbon minimalism. The airy open plan 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence features impressive detail, functionality and character throughout. The entrance room isolates the interior from ambient temperatures, allowing the honed concrete floors to provide warmth and efficiency, complementing the near-zero thermal bridging. The gourmet kitchen equipped with premium Viking, Kitchenaid and Samsung appliances and the adjacent dining area offer exceptional ceiling heights. Cooks will delight in the custom cabinetry, quartzite counters, deep Kraus sink and handy island perfect for entertaining. The expansive living area features a cozy custom wood-burning fireplace and a stunning central stringer staircase to the second floor. A sliding door exits to the rear and is perfectly positioned for accessibility, privacy and forest views. The guest bath offers a walk-in shower and a solid surface sink by Control both outfitted with Grohe fixtures. The laundry room with storage is outfitted with Samsung washer and dryer units.
On the second level, the bedroom layout provides maximum privacy and light, both with corner windows. The Master Suite features a large closet and space for a California king. The crisp spa-like bath features a solid surface 72-inch soaking tub set beside corner windows and a picture
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The constant pressure well pump provides water to the two baths and an on-demand hot water heater supplies endless hot water. The building envelope is tightly constructed and has a Heat Recovery Ventilator bringing fresh air into the entire house hourly. If you need to relax, there’s a 5 person outdoor hot tub to soothe you while you enjoy the fresh air in solitude. The house is alarmed with high-end security and fire systems providing safety and you can listen to music throughout the entire house on the Bluetooth sound system. The standing seam metal roof done by a master roofer was designed to last the life of the house. The siding is Siberian Larch preserved by “Shou sugi ban”, an ancient Japanese technique.
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