606 Church Avenue, Germantown, NY 12526

This little 1920s nugget (Cryder Hollow as known by the family) has undergone several metamorphoses over the years. The surrounding area has not changed much, the country road remains a country road, Germantown is still only 5 minutes away by car, and the country views unobstructed. During the most recent renovation, with the help of an architect the main floor, except for entrance and kitchen, was opened to create open space and a less formal living style. Sliding glass doors were added in both living room and dining area and open  to an outside deck. The living room, a step down from the family and dining area runs the width of the house and has a wood burning fireplace - even with the open floor design it has a feeling of separateness.  The roomy kitchen opens to a dining area, strategically alined with the sliding glass doors that face the deck.  Upstairs is the primary bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, bath with claw foot tub, and walk in closet. Two additional bedrooms share a bath.  Between the primary bedroom and 2 separate bedrooms is an open area used for watching tv, reading and office work. The upstairs is filled with light from many windows - including two large round windows on each end of the house. As for the surrounding area, Bard College is minutes away and a hub for first class music, art and learning.  Closer is Tivoli for good food, and Clermont for communing with nature, picnicking, sunsets over the Catskills and so much more. Amtrak stops in Rhinebeck and Hudson - both 20 minutes away. The Mid Hudson Valley has much to offer. Olana, home of Frederic Church for trail walks and directly across the river in Catskill - the new Thomas Cole Center.