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279 Shaffer Road

Newfield, NY 14867

$784,800 $3,308/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

4,397

Sqft

5.10

Acres(Lot)

Description

Escape to your own private Finger Lakes retreat. This one of a kind chalet sits on 5.1 acres atop a peaceful hilltop with sweeping valley views, architectural character, and exceptional lifestyle amenities. With 4,397 sq ft of finished living space, including a fully finished lower level, the home offers room to gather, work, relax, and entertain. The house features outdoor uplighting and Sonos sound system throughout. The main level features a warm great room with a handcrafted stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and a loft overlooking the space. Radiant floor heating adds comfort and efficiency, complemented by hardwood flooring, tile bathrooms, and a travertine kitchen with granite countertops. The primary suite features a private bath and walk in closet, accompanied by two additional be drooms, and a second bath, on the main level. One of the bedrooms is currently used as a private office, offering flexible living space. The lower level is designed for recreation and flexibility, featuring a dedicated home theater with tiered seating, movie recliners, premium AV equipment, projector, large screen, and sound dampening design. A separate home gym adds flexibility, along with an additional finished room currently used as a fourth bedroom. Built for year round comfort, the home offers three independent heating options: propane, a coal boiler, electric mini splits with heat and air conditioning. A whole home propane generator provides automatic standby power. Garage and storage options include an attached 2 car garage, detached climate controlled 2 bay garage with oversized doors, and connected cold storage. Outdoor living includes a full length paver patio with valley views, a stone fire pit area, a blacktop driveway, automated gated entry, and a home security system. Located in the historic town of Newfield, just minutes from natural attractions like Robert H. Treman State Park, Buttermilk Falls, Downtown Ithaca, Cornell, and Ithaca College. This places you close to culture, adventure, and the beauty of the Finger Lakes. This is more than a home. It is a private haven where every sunrise feels like a new beginning and every sunset reminds you why you are here.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $784,800

AD Id : 78629923

MLS Id : R1676368

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 5.10 Acres

Living Area Size : 4,397

Year Built : 2009

Garage : 4

County : Tompkins

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Bedroom Information

Total beds: 3

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

Room Information

Rooms Total: 12 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Full, Finished
Flooring Information

Hardwood, Tile, Varies
Roofing Information

Shingle
Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Other, See Remarks, Storage, Natural Woodwork Roof: Shingle Appliances: Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
Heating & Cooling

Has Heating: Yes Heating: Coal, Ductless, Propane, Other, See Remarks, Radiant Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Other

Building Information

Year Built: 2009 Building Area Total: 4397 Construction Materials: Blown-In Insulation, Frame, Vinyl Siding, ICFs (Insulated Concrete Forms) Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck, Covered, Porch Private Pool: No
Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Private Yard

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 703X406 Main Square Feet: 5.1 Acres Lot Size Acres: 5.1 Lot Description: Irregular Lot, Wooded

Listing Price Information

Listing Price: $784800 Cash, Conventional

Tax Information

Parcel Number: 503400-018-000-0001-017-071-0000 Annual Tax: $9168

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Parking Information

Attached, Detached, Garage, Heated Garage, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Other, Asphalt

Garage Information

Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 4

School Information

Elementary School: Newfield Elementary

Junior High School:

Senior High School:
Utility Information

Electricity Connected, Propane
Location Information

WaterSource: Well Security Features: Security System Owned

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MLS: R1676368 LISTED BY: Jill Burlington, Warren Real Estate of Ithaca Inc. 607-257-0666 SOURCE: Ithaca Board of REALTORS