18 Gideon Reynolds Rd, Cross River, NY 10518

The best of both worlds! Central location and total privacy on one of the largest lots in coveted Michelle Estates. Offering the perfect combination of privacy, community, and convenience in the award-winning Katonah-Lewisboro school system an hour from NYC, this sun-filled, spacious country gem is a rare commodity. Nestled on 2.5 peaceful acres at the end of a long private drive, this 11-room 5,194 square foot, 4-bedroom, 4.5 bath home is surrounded by nature with gravel paths through magical gardens leading to the surrounding preserved wooded acres with JJHS Cross Country & Community Trail (walk to school & Orchard Square Plaza). The entire property is organic and deer fenced, and features perennial beds and mature specimen plantings. nnA two-story entry foyer with sweeping staircase welcomes you to this spacious open-plan home flooded with natural light. In addition to a cathedral-ceilinged great room with fireplace and windows looking out to the stone patio and wooded views, the family room and classic library with french doors, custom cherry millwork, and charming window seat offer private spaces for work and relaxation.nnThe open chefs kitchen with cork flooring, stainless appliances and spacious breakfast area with french doors out to the private back patio features a large island for cooking and gathering. The well-appointed mudroom with custom cherry built-ins, washer/dryer and sink area offer space for gardening by the door leading out to the back gardens, as well a