Overview
Ingadi, the Zulu word for garden, is a magical journey of the senses where the Roeliff Jansen Kill and the Shekomeko Creek merge, creating one of the most spiritually powerful and visually stunning experiences in the Hudson Valley. This is a true fantasy compound all set within 127 acres of pristine land with a total of 11 bedrooms across four distinct residential structures. The recently completed 7, 500sf main residence features lime stucco walls and solid fieldstone masonry on the interior and exterior with a mix of hardwood and Jerusalem limestone flooring. With 4 en-suite bedrooms, the residence also includes a powder room, a private study, large laundry room, wine cellar, and a yoga studio. The living room with 26’ ceilings is bracketed by two fireplaces. While embracing traditional craftsmanship and materials, the house is equipped with every modern convenience including an infrared sauna, steam room, 3 fireplaces, motorized shades, insect screens and radiant heated floors. The terrace has a covered seating area with a fully equipped kitchen, radiant floor heating and overhead heaters. The open design kitchen features a large pantry and workspace, 3 thick limestone counters, solid 3 walnut island with AGA stove and bar cabinet, twin dishwashers and sinks, crisper drawers, fridge, freezer, and wine fridge. There is a dog wash, covered firewood storage and a climate controlled two-car garage. South of the house, with magical river views and a fieldstone patio, sits a 60ft heated pool with an auto-cover. There is also an outdoor shower. A renovated cottage delivers two separate living spaces: upstairs is a 3-bedroom cottage and downstairs is a 2-bedroom apartment. Several barns date from the 1700’s to the early 1900’s including an equestrian barn with 9 large stalls plus 6 outdoor summer stalls, heated wash stalls, tack room, office and feed room with a renovated 2 bedroom apartment above. There is an outdoor ring with show quality footing. Years of extensive effort has restored this sacred piece of land that inspires walking barefoot through the forest, basking in the river bends, and taking wild weed walks through the abundant forests that comprise a large portion of the property. Multiple outdoor living room vignettes with wooden decks inspire glamping and play in the natural beauty of this truly divine land. For sports enthusiasts; riding, hiking, biking, rafting, kayaking, and superb fly-fishing are in abundance. Located 5 minutes from Pine Plains, 25 minutes to Rhinebeck and Hudson. This rare offering epitomizes the Hudson Valley dream.