Whispering Flora Cottage + Guesthouse: Kerhonkson, NY

Open House: Saturday, October 24, 1-3

About The Property

What a treat it is to visit Whispering Flora Cottage + Guesthouse. It is the kind of place that allows you to relax from the moment you arrive. Set on just over 2 acres, it feels wonderfully magical and secluded amidst the surrounding woods, offering peaceful retreat living alongside great seasonal mountain views. Whether you’re hosting friends or escaping on your own quiet getaway, there’s a spot for every mood—from floating in the heated saltwater pool to unwinding with a drink on the sunny deck or curling up in front of one of two cozy woodstoves. This property invites you to slow down, breathe the mountain air, and linger a little longer.

Arriving at the property, a pebbled path leads to the inviting blue front door of the cottage. A bench provides a handy spot to slip off your outdoor gear before entering the main living space. The cottage is positioned so natural light floods in from several large windows facing the spacious deck, which overlooks the sparkling saltwater pool just a few steps below. The bright living room features comfortable seating and one of the property’s two woodstoves. Just beyond, the dining room invites you to bask in more sunlight streaming through sliding glass doors that make indoor-outdoor living seamless. The dining room leads into the charming, functional kitchen that the current owners updated with open shelving, new countertops, and new appliances, including a Hallman gas range. A glass door set into the floor leads to a fabulous wine cellar, while a nearby closet houses a convenient washer and dryer.

Off the dining room, a hallway leads to two gracious bedrooms and an effortlessly designed bathroom featuring an antique chest repurposed as a beautiful marble-topped vanity, alongside a richly tiled shower/soaking tub in a deep green that shifts from moss to emerald. Fixtures are finished in warm brass. Also down the hall is a dreamy library with custom built-ins lining one wall and a cozy chair inviting you to curl up with a great book.

Through the door at the end of the hallway, you’ll enter the spectacular breezeway designed by architect Michael Licht, featuring a perfect alfresco dining area and a sliding door to the back lawn with plenty of room to roam. It is also a great spot for accessing the glass greenhouse and raised beds that will be ready and waiting for spring planting. Meander further through a lower deck lined with raised beds overflowing with fresh herbs like lavender, mint, and sage, and you will arrive at the back deck by the pool.

You would never guess that the guesthouse, located at the end of the breezeway, was a garage in a former life. The owners transformed the space into a large, welcoming living area complete with cathedral ceilings, picture windows, and a second woodstove. A spacious bedroom and a full modern bathroom with a walk-in shower—both warmed with radiant heat—round out the structure. Mini-splits are also installed in the guesthouse for year-round heating and cooling comfort.

Furniture and contents (with a few minor exceptions) are available for separate purchase, making this a truly turnkey opportunity, complemented by the peace of mind of a whole-house generator. Whispering Flora enjoys ideal proximity to nearby hiking trails, swimming holes, and exceptional spots for a meal or cocktails, including local favorites like Mill & Main or the effortlessly chic Inness just a few minutes away. Check out our Best of Kerhonkson blog post for more suggestions. Located approximately 30 minutes from both Woodstock and Kingston for a wide range of restaurants, shopping, live music, and markets, the property is also just about two hours from the George Washington Bridge for easy trips to and from NYC.