4527 Route 242

Set on 9.6 picturesque acres with sweeping pond views, this charming 4 bedroom, 1bath country home combines space, character, and an unbeatable location for outdoor enthusiasts. Just minutes from Boyce Hill State Forest, nearby snowmobile trails, and the Finger Lakes/North Country Trailhead and only 7 miles from Ellicottville, this property offers year-round recreation with peaceful rural living. Lovingly owned for 25 years, the 2,040 sq ft home features a flexible layout with spacious living areas and timeless farmhouse charm. The eat-in kitchen includes butcher block countertops, a porcelain farmhouse sink, an Amish-built cupboard, gas stove, and newer dishwasher (1 year). The first floor offers a dining room, living room, laundry, full bath with clawfoot tub/shower, and a first-floor bedroom. Upstairs includes 3 bedrooms plus a bonus room with attic access, ideal for a second bath or bedroom. Updates include replacement windows and electrical (2010), insulated doors, a pressure-treated deck, water softener, and vinyl plank flooring (3 years old). The home was also winterized through a NYS program for added efficiency. A standout feature is the geothermal heating and cooling system (~10 years old), offering efficient, eco-friendly comfort with low utility costs. Electric service with supplemental propane for the stove. Outside features mature landscaping with perennials and an herb garden. A 20x40 garage (2010) includes electric and exterior water. Located in Machias, it offers strong short-term rental potential due to proximity to Ellicottville. With acreage, updates, and energy efficiency, this property offers excellent value as a full-time home, retreat, or investment. Offers due Monday, 5/12 at 12pm, noon.