Swanswick – an historic Otsego Lake estate welcomes you! Historic charm and modern convenience pair perfectly in this gorgeous private lakefront estate. A lush landscape of 25.8 rolling acres surrounds the main house, constructed c1790 and meticulously restored for modern comfort without sacrificing its original grandeur. Towering shade trees, manicured lawns, mature flower gardens, Clarke Pond, and Cripple Creek welcome upon approach. The enchanting interior of the 6,000 square foot main house is comprised of 8 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 1 half bath across 3 floors of gracious living space. The enchanting interior features 6/6 windows, built-ins, three grand fireplaces, original hardwood floors, lines of fine trim and finishes that marry historic style with pure luxury. The elegant main living room features crown moldings, fireplace, and custom hand painted wallpaper from China. Master suite with remodeled bathroom, and walk-in closet, en suite guest bedroom, library with fireplace and 1800s skylight, lakeview living room with patio, Dining Room – formerly the children’s dining room with bar, glassed fronted cabinets, modern fully applianced kitchen with Aga stove, marble countertops and backsplash, mudroom – laundry – pantry; front and back staircases, and multiple French doors to outside patios and sitting areas. Upstairs are a classic library with glass fronted bookcases, two bedrooms with a shared bath, plus the servant’s quarters with two bedrooms, full bath, and storage. The lower level of this wonderful property has a hallway with stone floors, two bedrooms, full bath, and a half bath, a great room with built-in shelves and cupboards, plus a light filled potting room with easy access to the outside gardens and lawn. The main house offers a detached four-car garage. 200-amp electric service, generator connection, two septic systems, drilled well and fresh lake water systems. Across Clarke Pond sits the car collector’s dream – a 6,000 SF modern custom garage, designed by Hans deWaal, and built by Ralph J. Morely, Inc. The main room (38×40) has high ceilings with double bay doors, space for four cars; two – four-car garage wings, one with concrete epoxy floors, and built-in bench and cabinets, the other with half bath, laundry, wine storage, mechanicals room, and insulated heated car wash bay. 40′ drive through boat garage, or space for two cars. The barn provides ideal guest accommodations, caretaker quarters, or seasonal rental opportunity (e.g. Airbnb) in the apartment. Kitchen with wood cabinets, cherry counters, enamel sink, great room, full bath with built-ins, and large living space/bedroom could be converted to two bedrooms. Radiant floor heat, 200-amp electric service, generator connection raised bed septic, drilled well. Freestanding 20×40 four-car garage. Owning an historic lakefront property is truly a unique experience, now is your chance to own and steward Swanswick with endless views overlooking Otsego Lake. This coupled with the opportunity to experience The Glimmerglass Festival, Otsego Golf Course, The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Fenimore Art Museum, The Farmers’ Museum, Clark Sports Center, The Otesaga Resort Hotel and Leatherstocking Golf Course, Brewery Ommegang, fine shops, restaurants. High speed Internet. Easy access to Cooperstown, Utica, Albany, US 20, and NYS Thruway. 3.5 hours to New York City.
