Cascade House Cascade Mountain RD Amenia, NY 12501
4 Beds
5 Baths
3,902 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,902 sqft
Price per Sqft $743
MLS Listing ID KEY832285
Style Contemporary,Modern
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Originating Board onekey2
Rental Info No
Year Built 2025
Lot Size 13.000 Acres
Acres 13.0
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
The "Cascade House", a to-be-built residence, embodies modernism, blending architectural and landscaped elements with contemporary design principles. Situated on a sloping 13-acre plot, the home connects with the site's topography to take advantage of expansive views of Amenia and beyond. One approaches the site via a gently curving creek leading to a clearing in the surrounding woods.
The home features three architectural volumes. The upper structure, containing bedrooms and a home office, floats above the landscape. The central volume, dedicated to social spaces, is enclosed in floor-to-ceiling glass with large sliding doors connecting the interior to the surroundings. The lower volume is sunken into the earth, an exterior hardscaped area with seating, outdoor kitchen, dining, or the optional pool area. These volumes cascade down the mountainside, offering unobstructed views of nature and vistas beyond.
Approaching the residence, one is struck by the interplay of materials. The stone-clad driveway walls seamlessly transition into the exposed foundation walls for the upper volume. On top of this floats the upper volume, clad in light, weathered brick. The living space box showcases board-formed concrete on three walls and mahogany with full-height glazing on the other. Between these boxes is an entry area, a mix of wood and glass with a green roof.
In this home, the landscape plays an equal role with architecture. Between each volume is a signature landscape feature. The upper landscape includes specialty plantings framing the entry court, green roof plantings, and a sloping hill of native planting visible through the foyer. The lower landscape features pervious paving, allowing the living room to flow outdoors through operable doors to seating and dining areas.
Inside, the interior unfolds with an effortless flow, characterized by clean lines, open spaces, and a restrained palette of materials. The heart of the house is the open-plan public spaces with 10' ceilings in the living room, dining, kitchen, and 13' ceilings in the family room. These spaces are bathed in natural light from the full-height windows and doors on the south face. There is a slated mahogany ceiling and cast concrete floors. A marble-clad feature wall with a double-sided fireplace separates the living and dining rooms. The gourmet kitchen features mahogany and lacquered wood cabinetry, Miele appliances, and an expansive cast concrete island. There is a large walk-in pantry for extra storage and appliances.
The principal residence boasts four generously proportioned bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom. The primary suite has an expansive custom walk-in closet, a spa-like bathroom, and a private terrace.
Throughout, sustainable design principles are seamlessly integrated, with extensive insulation, triple-pane wood windows, energy-efficient mechanical systems, and fully electric appliances. The result is a harmonious fusion of form and function, where luxury, nature, and human experience coexist in perfect balance.
In a town where history, nature, and modern elegance converge, the Cascade House offers the perfect retreat—where the serenity of Amenia meets the art of contemporary living.
Location
State NY
County Dutchess County
Rooms
Basement Crawl Space
Interior
Interior Features Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Primary Bathroom, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer/Dryer Hookup
Heating Ducts, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Ductwork, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Zoned
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony, Courtyard, Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Lighting
Parking Features Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Garage Spaces 2.0
Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Trash Collection Private, Underground Utilities
View Panoramic
Garage true
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Near School, Near Shops, Part Wooded, Private, Rolling Slope, Views
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Level or Stories Two
Structure Type Blown-In Insulation,Brick,Stone,Structurally Insulated Panels
Schools
Elementary Schools Webutuck Elementary School
Middle Schools Eugene Brook'S
High Schools Webutuck High School
School District Northeast
Others
Senior Community No
Special Listing Condition None
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