364 Hardscrabble Road

Description

Red Horse Farm. An unparalleled opportunity to acquire 102 private acres in the heart of North Salem Equestrian Country. The approach is nothing short of captivating - with a winding driveway enveloped by lush greenery, rolling fields, classic stone walls, 360 degree panoramic views, and a sense of profound peacefulness. The spectacular 9,500 sq ft main residence exudes understated luxury - at its finest. Walls of French doors throughout the home blur the line between exquisite interior spaces and outdoor beauty. Upon entry, you are graced by an elegant, airy foyer with soaring ceilings, a stunning mahogany staircase, and striking molding and paneling throughout. The sensibility is one of old world charm & extraordinary quality, with a modern understanding of living and incredible room scale. The main floor includes a light filled living room with fireplace, formal dining room, a cozy paneled library with fireplace, family room with fireplace, butler’s pantry, wet bar, and a state-of-the-art chef’s kitchen with two inch thick marble countertops, viking appliances, and custom fixtures and cabinetry. French doors lead from the kitchen to a large screened-in porch with a massive stone fireplace, all positioned to survey the breathtaking views beyond while overlooking the enormous 30’ x 65’ Gunite pool & spa, with expansive terrace and entertaining area. Also on the main floor, there are two powder rooms, a light-filled mud room/ potting room with side entrance, wide back staircase, access to the three car garage and a well-designed laundry room. Located in its own wing on the main level through a private entry hall, the marvelous first floor primary bedroom suite offers a true refuge with outstanding his and hers bathrooms and closets, as well as french doors to a private seating area. Upstairs, there are two en-suite guest bedrooms, as well as two family bedrooms with a sitting area and full bath. There is also expansive attic space, additional storage rooms, and a lower level basement with 12 ft ceilings for endless possibilities of additional expansion. This remarkable property has served as a thriving alpaca farm for the past decade, with several Equestrian structures and possibilities still in place. Presently, there is a King Construction built 14 stall main barn with two wash stalls, two powder rooms, an office, a tack room, multiple outdoor shedrow barns, 17 grass turnout paddocks, a 180’ x 72’ Indoor Arena, a 135’ x 300’ site for an outdoor arena, two 1 bedroom, 1 bath grooms’ apartments, a commercial size 6 bay storage garage, plus a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Caretaker's residence. The property has coveted direct North Salem Bridle Trails access, abuts Olympic caliber stables and significant estates on all sides, and is located 1.7 miles from Old Salem Farm and within close proximity to other top area horse shows. Minutes to highways and the train, one hour from NYC. A rare and unreplicable offering.