3706 Route 242 Machias NY 14101 MLS #B1697403

Open house Sat 7/11 11am-1pm. Offers due Thurs 7/16 @ noon. Escape to your own private country retreat! Nestled on over 3.5 scenic acres, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-full-bath home offers the potential for a 3rd bedroom and is perfectly suited for horse lovers, hobby farmers, or anyone seeking peaceful country living. Ideally located just 15 minutes from Ellicottville, Holiday Valley, and HoliMont, you’ll enjoy year-round recreation while coming home to your own slice of paradise.A brand-new wraparound deck provides the perfect place to relax while overlooking the rolling property, horse pasture, and abundant wildlife. Inside, the open-concept great room welcomes you with soaring cathedral ceilings,hardwood floors, and natural light. The spacious kitchen features an island, plentiful cabinetry, and sliding glass doors leading directly to the deck for effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining.The first-floor primary suite showcases beautiful natural woodwork, vaulted ceilings, a large walk-in closet, and a stunning fully renovated ensuite bath with a new tub, surround, fixtures, and finishes. A french door leads to balcony deck overlooking the pasture and acreage. The completely remodeled lower level offers flexibility with a spacious family rm /playroom, 2nd BR, brand-new FB & laundry rm, and a possible 3rd BR or home office. French door opens to a covered patio and the backyard. Horse lovers will appreciate the 16′ x 23′ barn with concrete floor, loft storage, water and electric service, two horse stalls, a tack/feed room, and attached high-tensile fenced pasture. The property also features a tranquil pond, gently rolling acreage, and endless opportunities to enjoy nature. Major updates include both fully renovated baths, new windows, finished lower level, new staircase, new wraparound decking, and a state of the art 3-year-old geothermal heating and central air system, providing exceptional efficiency with no gas or propane bills. Conveniently located just 5 minutes from Lime Lake for boating and recreation and less than an hour from Buffalo. This unique property offers the perfect blend of country charm, modern updates, and year-round adventure.