"自然的詩歌" - 在范霍滕田野這個故事書般的地方，時間似乎變得緩慢，創造力早已找到了肥沃的土壤，矗立著一座溫暖、靈魂與意義兼具的家園。這座於1938年建造的家，最初是受哲學家拉爾夫·博索迪（Ralph Borsodi）所引領的「回歸土地」運動的一部分，這塊位於紐約州西奈亞克（West Nyack）近1英畝的聖地，世代以來為作家、藝術家和探索者提供了庇護。如今，在周到的改裝和設計師的巧思下，9范霍滕田野邀請你在歷史、大自然與優雅交匯的環境中書寫你的下一章。距離曼哈頓僅40分鐘車程，卻彷彿是遙遠的另一個世界，擁有40英畝的公共土地，包括一個有魚類的私密池塘、網球場、籃球場、遊樂場和健行小徑，並與另一個250英畝的自然保護區相連，這不僅僅是一個家——它是一個避難所。從你到達的那一刻起，寧靜的感覺便會襲來。成熟的植物、精心策劃的景觀設計和一個安靜的拐角地塊勾勒出這座引人矚目的喬治亞殖民地風格住宅，提供3300平方英尺的歷史感十足的生活空間，包括4間臥室和2.5間浴室。走進去，你會受到溫暖和質感的迎接，裸露的橫樑、寬板實木地板和陽光灑滿的房間低語著過去時代的故事，現在與現代的雅緻無縫融合。廚師廚房是一個真正的烹飪夢想，擁有拱形天花板、戲劇性的石製抽油煙機、豐富的櫻桃木櫥櫃、花崗岩檯面、一個早餐區和配備酒櫃、備餐池及直通寬闊後陽台的管家儲藏室。無論是在星空下歡宴還是清晨享受咖啡，這裡的室內/室外生活輕鬆自如。正式餐廳為私密晚餐和假日慶祝活動奠定了舞台，而相鄰的陽光房則包裹在玻璃中，是靜靜反思或熱鬧聚會的完美去處。泥土間和一間私密一樓臥室為主層增添了功能性和靈活性。但這個家最重要的部分無疑是類似大教堂的寬敞客廳——一個令人屏息的空間，玻璃牆就像是郁郁蔥蔥的後院和游泳池的永恆壁畫。一個高聳的橫樑天花板和寬敞的磚砌壁爐帶來溫暖與戲劇感，使其成為在火爐旁度過悠閒的晚上或慵懶的星期天早晨閱讀的完美環境。在樓上，寧靜依然繼續……三間額外的臥室和兩間完整的浴室提供了私密的安靜空間。主套房宛如一個獨立的聖殿，配備男女共用的步入式衣櫥、裸露的橫樑和俯瞰大客廳的閣樓空間——理想用作瑜伽室、作家的靜思角落或家庭辦公室。超出牆壁的後院是一片真正的綠洲——在加熱的地下泳池中潛水，在石製露台上放鬆，或在成熟的樹木和芬芳花卉遮蔽下的高架陽台上享受戶外用餐。附帶2車車庫、部分完成的地下室配備家庭健身房和充足的儲藏空間，完善了這個報價。但使這個家真正卓越的，無疑是它位於范霍滕田野的地理位置：一個充滿歷史和自然美的私人社區。居民們共享擁有超過40英畝的綠地，包括一個寧靜的池塘、網球場、籃球場以及林蔭步道。在這裡，生活與土地和諧共處。離那裡僅幾分鐘，便可探索奈亞克（Nyack）和皮爾蒙特（Piermont）這些迷人的小村莊，這裡有生機勃勃的河岸、美食獎項餐廳、獨立商店、藝術畫廊和農夫市場。9范霍滕田野是一個難得的機會——一個具有深厚個性、倍受呵護且富有藝術想像的家，等待著迎接它的下一任管家。無論你是尋求一個寧靜的全職住所、一個逃避城市的周末之地，還是一個創意的聖地，這個獨一無二的環境邀請你生活在變化無常的自然詩歌之中。

"POETRY OF NATURE" - Tucked within the storybook enclave of Van Houten Fields, where time seems to slow and creativity has long found fertile ground, stands a home of rare warmth, soul and significance. Originally built in 1938 as part of a visionary "back-to-the-land" movement led by philosopher Ralph Borsodi, this nearly 1-acre sanctuary in West Nyack, NY has offered haven to writers, artists, and seekers for generations. Now, beautifully reimagined with thoughtful renovations and a designer's touch, 9 Van Houten Fields invites you to write your next chapter in a setting where history, nature and elegance meet. Just 40 minutes from Manhattan, yet a world away with collective ownership of another 40 acres known as Van Houten Fields (with stocked private pond, tennis, basketball courts, playground, hiking trails), butting up to another 250 acre nature conservation, this is more than a home - it's a retreat. From the moment you arrive, a sense of calm sets in. Mature plantings, curated landscaping, and a peaceful corner lot frame this striking Colonial, which offers 3,300 square feet of character-rich living space, 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Step inside and be greeted by warmth and texture-exposed beams, wide-plank hardwood floors and sun-drenched rooms whisper stories of a bygone era, now seamlessly blended with modern refinement. The chef's kitchen is a true culinary dream, featuring vaulted ceilings, a dramatic stone-clad range hood, rich cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, a breakfast area and a butler's pantry complete with wine fridge, prep sink walk-out access to the expansive back deck. Whether entertaining under the stars or sipping morning coffee as the sun rises over the trees, indoor/outdoor living is effortless here. The formal dining room sets the stage for intimate dinners and holiday celebrations, while the adjacent sun room, enclosed in glass, offers a perfect escape for quiet reflection or lively entertaining. A mudroom and a private first-floor bedroom add both function and flexibility to the main level. Yet the heart of the home is undoubtedly the cathedral-like great room - a breathtaking space with a wall of glass that act like a perpetual mural of the of the lush backyard and pool. A soaring beamed ceiling and expansive brick fireplace bring warmth and drama, making it the perfect setting for cozy evenings by the fire or lazy Sunday mornings reading a book. Upstairs, the tranquility continues... Three additional bedrooms and 2 full baths provide peaceful private quarters. The primary suite is a sanctuary of its own, complete with his-and-hers walk-in closets, exposed beams and a lofted space overlooking the great room below - ideal for a yoga studio, writer's nook, or home office. Beyond the walls, the backyard is a true oasis - dive into the heated in-ground pool, unwind on the stone patio or dine al fresco on the elevated deck shaded by mature trees and fragrant blooms. A 2-car attached garage, a partially finished basement with a home gym and ample storage complete the offering. But what makes this home truly extraordinary is its location within Van Houten Fields: a private community steeped in history and natural beauty. Residents enjoy shared ownership to over 40 acres of green space, including a tranquil pond, tennis, basketball courts and wooded walking trails. Here, life is lived in harmony with the land. Just minutes away, explore the quaint villages of Nyack and Piermont, with their vibrant riverfronts, award-winning restaurants, indie boutiques, art galleries and farmer's markets. 9 Van Houten Fields is a rare offering - a home of deep character, lovingly maintained and artistically reimagined, waiting to welcome its next steward. Whether you seek a peaceful full-time residence, a weekend escape from the city, or a creative sanctuary, this one-of-a-kind setting invites you to live in the ever-changing poetry of nature.