Ruthhaven, your own private nature preserve. For those looking for a true country retreat, look no further. A home to artists & activists for over 3 decades. Its 86+ acres can now be your haven. This unique three-level converted stable sits on 1.5 open park-like acres with a separate artist's studio. The main floor comprises a great room, a den or 4th bedroom, guest bedroom, & 2 bathrooms. The great room with cathedral ceiling & french doors open to a sizable deck provides considerable indoor & outdoor space to entertain. Perched above the great room is a large balcony off the primary bedroom. The 2nd & 3rd bedrooms are on the opposite side of the home and share a bathroom. The lower level comprises a knotty pine dining room with two 6x12 ft leaded windows, kitchen with cathedral ceiling & large picture window. A small pantry/mudroom & screened-in porch completes the lower level. The art...
Ruthhaven, your own private nature preserve. For those looking for a true country retreat, look no further. A home to artists & activists for over 3 decades. Its 86+ acres can now be your haven. This unique three-level converted stable sits on 1.5 open park-like acres with a separate artist's studio. The main floor comprises a great room, a den or 4th bedroom, guest bedroom, & 2 bathrooms. The great room with cathedral ceiling & french doors open to a sizable deck provides considerable indoor & outdoor space to entertain. Perched above the great room is a large balcony off the primary bedroom. The 2nd & 3rd bedrooms are on the opposite side of the home and share a bathroom. The lower level comprises a knotty pine dining room with two 6x12 ft leaded windows, kitchen with cathedral ceiling & large picture window. A small pantry/mudroom & screened-in porch completes the lower level. The artist's studio has a spectacular oversized window, a cathedral ceiling & there is a spacious 2-car detached garage.
Many adjacent properties are in conservation. If you are looking to create a private paradise on this expansive property, you will find several beautiful building sites with views of streams, waterfalls, the lower Shepaug River Valley, & the adjacent hillsides. Just a 12-minute drive to downtown New Milford, & 1hr 45min NYC. Litchfield County offers the best hiking trails, state parks, farm markets, fly fishing, lake boating & small quaint towns.