Church House Is a 60-Acre Private Oasis in Germantown

Priced at $2.75 million, Church House is a secluded Germantown home that highlights nature on its 60 expansive acres.

Like most of the Hudson Valley, Columbia County is known for its rolling hills and abundant fields of green – especially in Germantown. Characterized by historic landmarks like Clermont State Historic Site and its proximity to the Hudson River, the charming town is also home to this stunning, 60-acre oasis. Dubbed Church House, the property was just listed on the market at $2.75 million with Kyle Elizabeth Irwin of Corcoran Country Living.

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Originally a rough land and hunting property, the Germantown home was transformed in 2018 into a secluded sanctuary that features mature woods, walking trails, and a half-acre swimming pond with a dock and gazebo. The residence is situated down a long driveway, where a refined and modern complex of buildings peeks through the forest. With views of the Catskill Mountains, the wood-clad compound includes a main house, guest studio, gardening workshop, outdoor entertaining pergola, and garage.

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The grounds surrounding Church House and its many buildings are defined by vegetable and flower gardens, park-like lawns, laid stone walls, wild meadows, forests, and mountains. The 60-acre property emphasizes its natural features, with a focus on preserving the area’s diverse native habitats, as well as function and sustainability, with handmade spaces that were designed for comfort.

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Inside the main home, 2,000 square feet of space lends itself to three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, communal space, and storage. Each room is entirely custom in design and detail, and polished concrete radiant floors, along with Marvin doors and windows, are ideal for entertaining. The primary and secondary bedrooms are located on separate ends of the house for the utmost privacy no matter where you are, and two central living spaces invite guests to gather in the middle.

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As far as interior design is concerned, custom Baltic birch paneling lines the home, while built-ins, custom tile in the bathrooms, and vintage hardware and lighting add character to Church House. A chef’s kitchen, banquette dining room, and living room library make up the rest of the floorplan, and floor-to-ceiling windows provide direct access to the graveled courtyard that features a rock ledge dotted with native species and succulents. Also in the yard, enjoy outdoor living as you bask in a large exterior shower, relax by the laid stone fire pit, or stroll down lighted paths.

The Germantown property’s guest studio is nestled around the meadow from the main house amid a cluster of maples strung with hammocks. Inside the space, writers, artists, and guests alike are invited to create and relax in the plywood interior. A woodstove, nearby composting outhouse, and an exterior pergola that showcases a giant bed of hydrangeas offer more charm to the additional space.

Church House is located at 421 Church Avenue in Germantown.

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