It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed since we embarked on the journey of transforming our 1839 farmhouse along the Hudson River into the cozy, memory-filled home it is today. This milestone gives us a chance to reflect on the countless hours, challenges, and joys that come with breathing life back into aContinue reading “10 Years in Our Home: A Decade of Love, Memories, and Renovation”
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Life Along the Shores of the Hudson River
When we moved to a quaint hamlet in New York, we never imagined becoming part of such an amazing community and building such an amazing life! Our life here in New York has far exceeded our expectations and brought about new and exciting adventures. In the years prior to moving to New York, we wereContinue reading “Life Along the Shores of the Hudson River”
Our River Home – 5 Years Later
Despite a speedy 6-month renovation, we have spent the past 4 1/2 years working to bring joy to every corner of our home and renovating along the way. In order to adhere to our motto, we have constantly been making improvements and adding new antiques and collectibles that bring us joy. On the five-year anniversaryContinue reading “Our River Home – 5 Years Later”
Our First Christmas in New York
Crazy to think that almost a year ago we put an initial offer on the house and have been living in New York for seven months! Elisabeth has finished her first semester of college at the University at Albany and we have been settling in quite nicely. This Christmas we are excited to be celebratingContinue reading “Our First Christmas in New York”
Previewing Our Fixer-Upper and Imagining the Possibilities
JANUARY 10, 2015 In October of 2014, we put an offer on a major fixer-upper in New York, receiving the deed and keys in early January of 2015. The house is an 1839 farmhouse that was converted into a three-family apartment. We paid $28,000 for the house, so you can imagine the work that neededContinue reading “Previewing Our Fixer-Upper and Imagining the Possibilities”
Where Our Story Begins – Our Journey to the Hudson Valley
Prior to moving to our home on the Hudson, we lived in a bustling village in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. Our home, pictured below was a large 1847 16-room colonial home. The home featured an in-law living area, a full walk-in attic, and a three-car garage (although they were made to fit horse-drawn carriages).Continue reading “Where Our Story Begins – Our Journey to the Hudson Valley”
Upstate Vintage Living 