Spacious neo-Colonial house on the Hudson River in a unique private setting with spectacular views, 90 minutes by car or train from New York City, in the middle of everything you love about the Hudson Valley: Mohonk Mountain House, the Gunks climbing-hiking-biking, historical estates, antiquing, Beacon, Hudson, New Paltz. Short-term Town Permit #11229. The space This three-bedroom 4,500 square foot house with pool, recently renovated yet still with an antique charm, is in a quiet wooded setting with a spectacular view right on the Hudson River. In the area is world class dining, mountain biking, rock climbing, summer and winter hiking, horseback riding, boating, the renown Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, the Roosevelt and Vanderbilt Homes, world renown Mohonk Mountain Lodge, Buttermilk Falls Inn and Spa, and the hip village of New Paltz. On the main floor are a giant living room with 20-foot ceilings, fireplace, Steinway grand piano, formal dining area for 10, summer living room with open kitchen and breakfast nook, all connected by brand new 50-ft deck overlooking the Hudson River and hills beyond. Right outside the door are a 20-ft pool and a shady, green patio with comfortable lounges, umbrellas, and dining under the trees. Right underneath are the walkout basement, also overlooking the river, ping pong, an antique Brunswick pool table, card table, and plenty of seating and relaxing. On the second Floor, accessed by two convenient staircases, are the primary suite looking onto the river through a giant picture window, a 4-poster King bed, walk-in closet, sitting area, private bath with shower, dressing counter, and small balcony (not currently for guest use). Bedrooms #2 and #3 have firm Queen beds, the same spectacular river view, and a shared bath with a tub/shower. Overflow sleeping is available in the game room, and high-quality cotton linens, both down and foam pillows, luxurious winter comforters, and all-cotton summer blankets are available in all sleeping areas. Amenities? Of course. Asprey shampoos and soaps. High-speed wireless Internet, Apple TV with Netflix, HBO, Hulu, iTunes, and other entertainment portals; firewood, a strong mobile phone signal, complete kitchen set-ups and appliances, sharp Japanese knives, charcoal and gas grills, garage, W/D, central air & heat, and door gates and alarms for the little ones. Smoke-free. Pet-free. Housekeeping during your stay available upon request. The house is situated off Bellevue Avenue, which, like its name suggests, affords spectacular views of Dutchess County across the Hudson River. Two miles away is the village of Highland, a classic small New England hamlet with no Starbucks or Home Depot, perfectly situated between mountains and the river with quiet countryside all around. 5 minutes away is the Mid-Hudson Bridge and remarkable Walkway Over the Hudson, the world's longest pedestrian bridge, once the only railway connecting New England to the rest of America, but now a wide jogging, strolling and biking path spanning the river. Within sight are the Culinary Institute of America, FDR home, Vanderbilt mansion, and antique stores. Just 20 minutes away are the world-famous Mohonk Mountain House and adored Rocking Horse Ranch. And just a little farther are the hip town of Beacon, the U.S Military Academy at West Point, Storm King outdoor sculpture center, DIA Art Foundation and other Hudson Valley destinations. New York City is an easy, 90-minute commute from the train station 15 minutes from the house. Guest access Room to roam on 3 wooded acres but no access to neighboring properties. Other things to note No additional or hidden costs for weekly pool cleaning and housekeeping, groundskeeping, use of grills and other outdoor amenities, Apple TV and all utilities.