Amid the bucolic rolling hills of Columbia County, where meadow gives way to distant mountain views, 49 Fox Lane reads as a study in restraint. The single-story structure sits low across the 6 acres of meadow, its clean geometry softened by natural materials and a disciplined interior language.
The home unfolds as a precise architectural gesture, defined by proportion, horizon and an unwavering commitment to material continuity. The palette is disciplined but warm. Silvered cedar embraces the exterior while white oak runs throughout the interior, softening the minimalist architecture. The result is calm without austerity. The great room unfolds in light, anchored by a wood stove that gives the space gravity. Floor to ceiling glass frames open meadows, bringing the outdoors in. The kitchen carries the same quiet confidence, generous yet understated, designed for long dinners and slow weekends. The layout is intuitive and private. At the far end of the home, the primary suite occupies its own wing with a dedicated office, walk-in closet and a spa-like bath with double vanity, glass shower and separate soaking tub. Three additional bedrooms sit along the central corridor, one with an en suite bath, plus an additional full bath and a flexible den that works as a media room, library or guest overflow. A formal entry, powder room and mudroom with laundry provide practical structure and ease of country living.
Outdoors, the property becomes a fully realized Hudson Valley compound. A heated, in-ground, saltwater pool is set against the softness of the meadow, with tall grasses dissolving into a crisp bluestone patio surround. The separate pool house includes a full bath and dry sauna, extending the experience beyond summer into a restorative experience year round. A screened pavilion with a built-in grill creates an open air dining room protected from the elements, complete with fans and heaters to maximise comfort and extended seasonal use. A discreet carport completes the composition without interrupting the landscape.
Though the setting feels expansive and classically country, 49 Fox Ln is within easy reach of some of the region's most distinctive cultural and culinary destinations. Rhinebeck, Red Hook, Germantown and Hudson are all within easy reach, offering Amtrak service to New York City and a depth of cultural, culinary and retail experiences that far exceed expectations for a rural setting. 49 Fox Lane is contemporary country living at its absolute best and offers something truly rare. Architecture that is disciplined but warm, amenities that feel considered rather than excessive, all in a setting that is open and quiet, yet deeply connected to one of the Hudson Valley's most culturally vibrant corners.