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Farmhouse estate for sale is considered a ‘unicorn property.’ See why it’s so special

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Exterior of the home Modern Angles

A striking home has landed on the real estate market in Bedford Corners, New York, for $8.95 million.

Exterior of the home
Exterior of the home Modern Angles

While its looks are deeply impressive, there are other aspects about it that make it a “unicorn property” — a property that “offer tailored lifestyle experiences and are impeccably presented, highly amenitized, well-priced, and either move-in ready or new construction,” a news release notes.

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This five-bedroom main residence offers many one-of-a-kind features, per the listing including:

  • Wellness wing with indoor pool

  • Game room

  • Climbing gym

  • Outdoor swimming pool

  • Ball field

  • Tennis court

  • Basketball court

  • Library

  • Wet bar

  • Wine room

  • Playroom

  • Craft room

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“The richly textured facade juxtaposes reclaimed barn wood siding and striking stone accents with bold copper gutters and 50-year black metal standing seam roofing,” the listing on Coldwell Banker Global Luxury said in the release.

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“Inside the 13,000 square-foot home, soaring ceilings dotted with recessed lighting and integrated speakers soar above natural hardwood floors and new floor-to-ceiling windows. Inside and out, no expense was spared, with each element precisely curated to create a serene, inviting atmosphere that is both exceptionally grand and intimately connected to nature.”

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The library even has its own wing that spans over two levels with Honduran mahogany bookcases along with a fireplace.

The estate also has a two-bedroom guest apartment, per the listing.

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The listing is held by Betsy Ronel.

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Indoor pool Modern Angles

Bedford Corners is about a 40-mile drive northeast of Manhattan.

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This story was originally published September 3, 2024 at 12:01 PM with the headline "Farmhouse estate for sale is considered a ‘unicorn property.’ See why it’s so special."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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