Blue Heron Modern: Hawley, PA
About The Property
Nestled in the mountains overlooking a state forest, this design-forward 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath contemporary home offers a tranquil, private retreat – a refuge to reconnect and recharge with friends and family.
Arriving at the property one is immediately intrigued by the bold exterior. But only upon entering the home does one feel the drama of the architecture.
Ceilings soar to heady heights of twenty-one feet in the huge Great Room. Massive picture windows allow in volumes of natural light. A wood-burning fireplace juxtaposed with a modernist eight foot water feature are the focus of the seating area. The distant western views are present from everywhere in the room. Overlooking the valley below, this vantage point allows panoramic views of the sunset and occasional glimpses of bald eagles flying overhead. Sliding doors allow easy access to the large, covered deck. Wow.
When entertaining, the open kitchen is perfect for getting your chef on while allowing guests to both intermingle and admire your skills. There are two gas ranges, granite counter tops, and a large island on which two can eat comfortably. The dining area is adjacent and perfectly situated within the expanse of the room.
Easily envisioned is a summer evening, cocktail in hand, on the huge open deck, sun setting over the distant wooded hilltops. The grill is sizzling. Conversation and laughter fill the air. There is a lounge area on one end and a large table for dining. Winter parties are equally impressive. Dining indoors and retiring by the fireplace for a digestif. A snowy vista visible from everywhere.
The home is equally situated for relaxing with family and, if working from home is an option, there is high speed internet and cell access ensuring one stays connected.
Adjacent to the Great Room is a large bedroom with en-suite bath. A half bath near the front door is perfect for guests.
Heading up the dramatic stairs there is a huge picture window at the landing. The upper floor with the primary bedroom has an attached balcony and large window. The en-suite bathroom is suitably fitted with a copper sink, deep soaking tub and a shower stall with pebble tile wall and floor. The second bedroom has a pair of built-in bunkbeds that can fold into the wall to create extra space.
The lower level has a great den with a custom children’s reading nook under the stairs. There is a full bathroom and the fourth bedroom. The indoor pool and cedar sauna are incredible features. The pool has a resistance current for swimming to keep fit. Or just splash around all year long.
Centrally situated between the Pocono and Catskill mountains, there is hiking, boating and world-class fly fishing in the spring and summer, downhill and cross-country skiing in the winter.
Located in Hawley, PA, near restaurants and shopping, and still within 2 hours to the George Washington Bridge, the Lincoln and Holland Tunnels.
Listing by Erik Freeland
325 Blue Heron Way
Hawley, PA 18428
DETAILS:
• 4 Bedrooms / 3.5 Bathrooms
• Square feet: Approx. 3,050
• Acres: 2.0
• Built: 2012
• Heated indoor endless pool
• Cedar sauna
• Modern water feature
• Wood-burning fireplace
• Washer/dryer
• A/C: Central
• Heat: Forced air (propane)
• Hot water: On demand propane
• Siding: Wood
• Drilled Well
• Septic in place
• Cell: Yes
• Internet/TV: High speed broadband
• New metal roof 2021
• Septic pumped recently
• One month minimum rentals allowed
• HOA fee $275/year
• Total annual taxes: $4,666.37
• Listing price: $849,000
• Sold price: $770,000