Comments for 1287 Croton Road , Montour, NY 14864
Step back in time while enjoying the beauty and charm of Finger Lakes living in this historic village home built around 1860. Rich with character and history, this property has remained in the same family for five generations and offers a rare blend of craftsmanship, warmth, and timeless appeal.
Situated on 3.40 acres, this spacious four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home offers approximately 2,016 square feet and features an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room with original built-ins, large living room, spacious family room addition, and attached two-car garage perfect for everyday convenience.
The kitchen is ideal for cooking and gathering, featuring granite countertops, beautiful cherry cabinetry, two pantry spaces, and plenty of room to work and entertain. The cozy front living room provides the perfect space for reading or quiet evenings, while the impressive approximately 20x28 family room addition features hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and direct access to the outdoor patio area.
The main-level primary suite offers two large closet spaces and a spacious ensuite bath complete with a whirlpool tub with fireplace insert, double sinks, and a walk-in ceramic tile shower. Additional features include a mudroom entry, half bath with laundry area, red oak staircase, and three generously sized second-floor bedrooms.
Outside, enjoy wraparound porches, a large patio with pergola, beautiful low-maintenance gardens, stone wall features, and a fire pit tucked into the wooded lower portion of the property.
Nature lovers will appreciate direct access to the Catharine Valley Trail from the property along with nearby Catharine Creek trout stream access. Conveniently located in the Odessa-Montour School District, this property offers easy access throughout the Finger Lakes region — approximately 15 minutes to Seneca Lake and Horseheads, 20 minutes to the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, 35 minutes to both Corning and Ithaca, and approximately 15 minutes to the Elmira Corning Regional Airport.
Pre-inspection has been completed and is available to pre-approved buyers who have viewed the home. Be sure to ask for a copy of Property Feature Sheet.
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Lot Dimensions: 207X670
Basement: Crawl Space, Full, Sump Pump
Lot Size: 3.40 Acres
Community Features: Trails/Paths
Parcel#: 442889-106-002-0001-018-000-0000
Days on Market: 123
Parking: Attached, Carport, Garage, Storage, Driveway
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Parking Notes: Attached, Carport, Garage, Storage, Driveway
Exterior: Other, See Remarks, Wood Siding
Patio/Porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
Exterior Features: Blacktop Driveway, Patio
Roof Type: Metal
Fireplaces: 2
Sewer: Connected
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Varies, Vinyl
Stories: 1.0
Garage: 2 car attached
Taxes: $3,256
Heating: Oil, Hot Water, Steam, Stove
Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected
Interior Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Sliding Glass Door(s), Skylights, Walk-In Pantry, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Workshop
Water: Well
Laundry: Main Level
Window: Skylight(s)
Lot Description: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Secluded
Year Built: 1860
High School: Odessa-Montour Middle/High
School District: Odessa-Montour