$4,000,000

On a clear day, you can see Vermont. On any day, you can see south to Connecticut, Stissing Mountain to the east, for which the address is named, and the reflective jewel of Silver Lake among the vast expanse of trees on the undulating landscape of the Hudson Valley. Or look away from the panorama and to the south at the pond dug from the rocky outcropping of the land and be absorbed in the murmur of the waterfall. Later, have dinner with friends in the Gazebo, capturing the view and the breeze. Here, in this setting of incredible beauty, you will build your home. But that's the grand finale. Back to the beginning. The driveway rises off Slate Quarry Road 600 feet, lined on one side by a moss-covered, tree-lined hill, and on the other by the lantern-dotted fence that guides you in a curve to reach the top. There, the primary residence appears on a rise behind a border of lush gardens and is backed, as you might expect, by a horizon of trees. The 26 acres of the property are absolutely private and subdivided into 2 parcels, either or both of which can be purchased, each for $2MM or both for $4MM. The primary residence is Arts and Crafts, completed in 1930 and completely renovated, with all original detail preserved: all wood-paneled, beamed ceilings, picture windows, chestnut and inlaid mahogany flooring, oak flooring and two stone fireplaces. It has three bedrooms and two baths in 2300 square feet. The photos of the interior tell the story. The residence is available furnished. The second residence, off its own private driveway and completely secluded from the main residence, has also been completely renovated and restored, with its own private patio and garden. It has two bedrooms and one bath in 900 square feet with a two-car garage. At its elevation, the views are of the treetops and the Berkshires in the far distance. Off another driveway and on another level is the Tennis court in its own majestic setting, with moss-covered outcropping, gardens and wildflowers. A walking trail surrounds three sides of the property. A barn currently houses the tractor and other gardening equipment. All the gardens are irrigated by 4 wells. The site of the new home is ready to build: septic system, well, electric, driveway, they're all in. Oh, then there are the 54 Hemlock trees apple orchard and other giant trees that take your breath away. 12 minutes from the Village of Rhinebeck. Please also see the listing for 29 Stissing View Drive, a subdivision of the property.