The art-loving, history-rich, and downright charming hamlet of Bedford Corners in Westchester County, New York, is a dream place to call home. But its million-dollar homes are often reserved for the wealthy.
Just a stone’s throw from the more affordable town of Mount Kisco — with which it shares a post office and zip code — Bedford Corners offers a blend of historic, newly built, and fully revamped homes and estates, each more desirable than the next.
The latest offering in this upscale suburban enclave in Westchester County?
A dreamy modern farmhouse set on a generous 12.5-acre lot that’s jam-packed with amenities, accommodating hobbies and entertainment options for almost every age group and interest.
In fact, we’re having a hard time deciding what we love most about this rustic-yet-modern haven. Maybe you can help us narrow it down?
Choices include a striking 13,000-square-foot house with rustic chic interiors, a wellness wing with a heated indoor pool, a library wing with a dramatic two-story space, a climbing gym, and a basketball and tennis court, among others. Oh, and the primary bedroom is truly something else.
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Set on a generously sized 12.5-acre lot in Bedford Corners
The house sits on over 12 acres of park-like grounds and rolling hills, mere minutes away from trains, highways, shopping, and premier golf courses. It’s also a relatively short drive to the city, as the hamlet of Bedford Corners is close to three public transit stops, taking less than an hour to commute to Manhattan.
Specs & features
Recently listed with Coldwell Banker Realty’s Elliman’s Elizabeth “Betsy” Ronel, the Westchester County property is priced at $8,950,000 and consists of:
- a 5-bedroom main residence
- an attached 2-bedroom apartment
- exceptional wellness and recreation facilities
- a motor court with a 6-car garage
Gut-renovated a few years back
The primary residence was originally built in 1989 but was gut-renovated in 2017, with the year-long revamp delivering a clean yet decisively rustic look.
Refined rustic character defines the exterior
The richly textured facade juxtaposes reclaimed barn wood siding with striking stone accents and 50-year black metal standing seam roofing, resulting in an extraordinary take on the modern farmhouse trend.
Inside, modern and rustic meet
Inside the 13,000-square-foot home, timeless design and rustic elements meet modern conveniences and are bound to please even the most discerning buyers.
Soaring ceilings dotted with recessed lighting and integrated speakers soar above natural hardwood floors and new floor-to-ceiling windows for a striking effect.
The kitchen adds industrial flair
The standout kitchen adds a little bit of industrial flair with its choice of furnishings — which include a custom copper range hood by local designer, Startup Steel — that pair beautifully with the moody, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stone tile backsplashes.
And is fully equipped with top-tier appliances
A massive center island wrought from a single English Elm tree with bar seating anchors the space, with a whole fleet of Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances making it as expensive as it is visually appealing.
Think two refrigerators, two freezers, two dishwashers, two wall ovens, wine refrigerators, a microwave, and a six-burner gas range with a griddle, double oven, and pot filler.
Large living areas have generous views
Boasting large living areas with generous picture windows and accordion glass doors that open to the outdoor areas, the modern farmhouse nails the indoor-outdoor living experience.
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The library wing is nothing short of spectacular
While we’ve yet to find a space that we don’t love, it’s the two-story library that took our breath away.
Occupying an entire wing of the house, this space also has a stately granite fireplace, a rear deck, and a full bathroom with another custom vanity plus a storage closet.
Rich Honduran mahogany paneling and bookcases
The dramatic library, seemingly plucked out of a Gatsby-era Gilded Age mansion, has two levels of rich Honduran mahogany paneling and bookcases wrapped in custom metal railings.
The primary suite has stunning cathedral ceilings
Another jaw-dropping space is the primary bedroom suite, whose distinct features include cathedral ceilings, mountain valley views, and a wall of reclaimed barn wood concealing secret storage spaces.
And offers generous mountain valley views
Capitalizing on the great views, the primary suite has a separate sitting room/office outfitted with a fireplace, morning bar, and balcony perfect for taking in the great vistas.
Storage spaces include a walk-through shared custom closet, a wall of shoe closets, and yet another cedar closet with a privacy room that can accommodate even the largest wardrobes.
The primary bathroom mimics the design
The design of the primary bedroom extends into the bathroom, where we find the same cathedral ceilings soaring over a glass walk-in shower, a large whirlpool tub, double vanities, and radiant-heat floors.
The Bedford Corners house has a dedicated wellness wing
Those less interested in spending countless hours in the library can head straight to the wellness wing. The space is anchored by a large indoor heated pool, with vaulted ceilings and skylights towering above, and lined with walls of windows.
The wellness amenities
There’s also a sauna, a custom wood and granite bar in the solarium, and an exercise room with views. To deliver the full spa experience, the wellness wing has been fitted with surround sound, a changing room, outdoor access, and a pool bath with a steam shower.
The private guest apartment
Accessed from within the wellness wing, the private guest apartment accommodates visitors with 2 bedrooms, a shared bathroom, a full kitchen, and a spacious living room.
The lower level is where the fun’s at
Fun and games await on the walkout lower-level game room finished with custom paneling and shelving, a wet bar, a fireplace, a wine room, a playroom, a craft room, pool baths, and access to the outdoor swimming pool. The house also has a climbing gym.
A pool with a view
Heading outside, the freeform outdoor saltwater pool mirrors the property’s natural beauty and features a diving rock, stone decking, and lush landscaping.
To the side, we find a pool kitchen and bar for entertaining, and an outdoor movie projection system takes things up a notch, adding the option to screen movies in this magical space.
More outdoor amenities
When the future owners are done with their pool-side lounging, they can head for a match on the Har-Tru tennis/sport court, or throw some hoops in the garage basketball court.
The enchanted grounds
Amenities aside, the property has park-like grounds with mature trees, lush hedges and greenery, and small man-made creeks and waterfalls.
Now at a *slight* discount
Potential buyers can now get this property at a slight discount, as the Bedford Corners house has recently shaved $550,000 off its asking price (it was originally listed for $9,500,000).
It’s now priced at $8,950,000 — which translates into $1,043 per square foot.
What did you love most?
As previously mentioned, given this modern farmhouse’s standout design and countless unique amenities, it’s not easy to pick a favorite. But we’d love to hear what our readers loved most: was it the elegant two-story library, the fully equipped wellness wing, the dreamy bedroom, or the freeform outdoor pool with killer views?
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