The Gillet farmhouse, built in 1878 by Charles Gillet, sits proud on the hill above West Street, one of the prettiest roads in New Lebanon. This house was part of the larger Gillet family farm that specialized in Gladiolus from 1935 - 1953, selling the bulbs nationally and internationally. There is a scrapbook with the history that conveys with the house. Fast forward, the home has been lovingly maintained by the same owner for the past 23 years, but it is now time to pass the torch to the next stewards.
Facing east, the house is surrounded by mature landscaping, a pond, and a small garden plot. Woods rise behind the house and a meadow sits at the top of the 4 acre lot with southern views. The 2328 square foot house features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, plus a den on the 1st floor that could serve as a first floor bedroom. You'll find original trim, doors, wavy glass, interior shutters, and wood floors throughout the house and an antique Acorn stove in the kitchen. Enjoy coffee on the front porch as the sun rises, entertain family and friends in the large double parlor living room, or spend a winter afternoon with a good book curled up in front of the cozy fireplace with wood stove insert. In the rear of the house, you'll find a sunroom and open kitchen with vaulted ceilings, skylights providing lots of afternoon light. Both the mudroom and sunroom open out onto a lovely rear patio area with southern exposure. A large walk up attic provides plenty of storage space and potential to expand the finished living space to the 3rd floor, which would be perfect for a play room, media room or a large primary suite. Outbuildings include a detached 2 car garage, large wood shed, and a potting shed dating back to the Gladiolus farm.
Conveniently located. Right down the street you'll find the New Lebanon Farmers Market & Grocery and Blueberry Hill Market Cafe. It's only a 14 min drive to Jiminy Peak for skiing; 20 min to Pittsfield or Chatham; 36 min to Albany.
