91 Old Hankins Road, Callicoon, NY 12723

Character may be an overused word in real estate, but it’s a rare home that exhibits as much warm gravitas as Old Hankins Manor. From the moment you pull up the drive, past the private half acre pond and up to the wraparound rocking chair porch, you’re struck by a sense of timelessness and comfortable elegance. Tucked back from the quiet country road, this home has stood sentinel over the surrounding farmland for over 100 years. The formal front entrance welcomes you into a generous foyer with ornate staircase. Nestled behind this is a cozy media room, tucked away from the rest of the living space. The sitting room and den with stone double-sided fireplace welcome you into the primary entertaining space, then through to the spacious formal dining room, with the other face of the fireplace and wooden built-in shelving. The kitchen is highly functional while retaining an old country charm - think red checkered linens, aged porcelain sink, weathered wood and fresh baked cherry pies. … read more …