The perfect compound does exist. This serene property — three dwellings in all — blends country lifestyle with city sophistication: a beautifully restored, light-filled farmhouse plus two renovated guest cottages. A waterfall across the road gives the property a steady, relaxing soundtrack most of the year. There's also a 4th structure — an iconic red barn/garage with workroom.

The farmhouse sits under a 200-year-old maple tree, and the gardens were developed by Rhinebeck's Phantom Gardener. The property extends across Ralph Vedder Rd to include several hundred feet of stream frontage.

Inside: custom maple cabinetry, statuary marble counters, a Viking range, and Miele dishwasher in the kitchen. The living room and family area lean into country comfort with soft colors and polished wood floors throughout. A ground-floor bedroom opens onto a private bluestone patio — great for dining or just reading with a cocktail. Upstairs, two bright bedrooms catch the sound of the waterfall through open windows.

The primary bath is a standout — bedroom-sized, high ceilings, great light. All Waterworks fixtures, a soaking tub set dramatically below a chandelier, and a separate large shower.

Both guest cottages have their own bedroom and kitchen. The red barn/garage adds bonus space — fits two cars, storage, or a workshop/studio.

Outside: a large fenced organic veggie/herb garden, flowing lawns, and a meadow extending into the woods with plenty of room for a future pool.