Step into this charming lakefront cottage and immediately feel at home. The foyer leads to the primary bedroom, featuring a full bath and breathtaking views of Whaley Lake. A second bedroom and a full hallway bath complete the main level. Upstairs, a loft offers another perspective of the serene lake, perfect for reading, relaxing, or watching the sunset. The open-concept kitchen flows into the dining and living areas, where a wood-burning fireplace creates a cozy centerpiece. Sliding doors open to a deck with incredible lake vistas - the ideal spot for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Make your way down to the lake bringing you to your private dock with a shed and a mooring for your boat. Whaley Lake, 257 acres, the largest motorboat lake in Dutchess County, provides endless recreational opportunities: paddleboarding, kayaking, swimming, and water skiing-or simply unwind and take in the beauty of the water.You are a short drive to the quaint town of Pawling, NY, and approximately 70 miles to NYC, easy access to major highways and the Meto North's Harlem Line to NYC This cottage isn't just a home; it's a lifestyle.
| MLS # | 978111 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1940 |
| Days On Site | 153 |
| Listing Provided By | McGrath Realty Inc | Margaret MacLeay |
| Bed(s) | 2 |
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| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,722 |
| Acreage | 0.09 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Property View | Lake, Mountain(s) |
| Cooling | Central Air |
|---|---|
| Heating | Hot Air, Propane |
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Open Kitchen |
| Appliances | Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater |
| Construction Materials | Aluminum Siding |
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| Garage Yes / No | No |
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| Parking Features | Driveway |
| Utilities | Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane |
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| Sewer | Cesspool |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
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| Tax Assessed Value | 174300 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 13770.17 |
| State | NY |
|---|---|
| County | Dutchess County |
| City | Holmes |
| Zip Code | 12531 |
| School District | Pawling High School |
| Elementary School | Pawling Elementary School |
| High School | Pawling High School |
| Listing VS Median (in 12531) | |
Price: $725,000 low | high Med: $629,900 sqft: 1,722 low | high Med: 2,546 $ / sqft: $421 low | high Med: $247 On site: 153 low | high Med: 78 | |
| State | NY |
|---|---|
| County | Dutchess County |
| City | Holmes |
| Zip Code | 12531 |
| School District | Pawling High School |
| Elementary School | Pawling Elementary School |
| High School | Pawling High School |
| Listing VS Median (in 12531) | |
Price: $725,000 low | high Med: $629,900 sqft: 1,722 low | high Med: 2,546 $ / sqft: $421 low | high Med: $247 On site: 153 low | high Med: 78 | |
![]() | $800,0001095 Route 292Holmes, NY 12531 |