A Hudson River classic, on the picturesque creekside. A perfect blend of ancient and modern – the 1785 Captain Schermerhorn house meets the 21st century in this thoughtful and high quality renovation. The bright spacious interior with much original detail and gleaming wide-board floors, combined with superb new kitchen and baths, is an impressive setting for today’s lifestyle. The panoramic rear view to the Schodack Landing Creek is a must for the nature lover and for relaxation on the rear entertaining deck.
This handsome turnkey residence, located on the border of Columbia and Rensselaer counties is a must see. You will be inspired.
What’s the most compelling thing about this property?
This is a complete transformation of a 1785 historic Captain Schermerhorn home that had fallen to near ruin. The interior retains its floor to ceiling windows and high ceilings, but the rest is pure modernity. Built high above the Hudson River, it enjoys gorgeous views from all three floors.
For whom is this house perfect?
This home would appeal to a connoisseur of fine design who appreciates history yet wants to live in a chic contemporary interior setting with every amenity. The enormous kitchen includes a dining area, and offers the perfect environment for the cook who loves an audience. This home could also be perfect for an Albany professional, as the commute to work is short and scenic.
What’s the most fun thing to do within five miles of this house?
This home is in a quiet community 20 minutes north of Hudson, and 20 minutes South of Albany. Just a few miles down the road is the well-know Pico de Gallo restaurant, a great place to hang out on the porch and watch the boats float downriver. Just minutes away is the Schodack Island State Park, a quick hike and great for bird watching.
If this house could talk, what secret would it tell about its history?
The history of the Schermerhorn family is well known. Dutch seamen, they settled in Rensselaer County and became major landholders and merchants. Captain Peter Schermerhorn built the house in 1785 as his country home. He was a wealthy New York City merchant and landowner. This house shows how comfortably and graciously he and his family lived within its walls and how much they enjoyed the view of the beautiful Hudson River.
