8440 Main Rd, East Marion, NY 11939

This storybook circa 1858 cottage captures the very essence of North Fork living: cozy, charming, and effortlessly inviting. Rich in history and timeless appeal, this beautifully preserved home blends the simplicity of a bygone era with thoughtful modern updates, creating a warm and welcoming retreat. Inside, random-width wide plank flooring adds authentic character throughout. The first floor offers a spacious primary bedroom, a second bedroom or home office, an inviting living room, formal dining room, and an eat-in kitchen with a convenient laundry area. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms and a half bath provide comfortable accommodations. Architectural details enhance the home's enduring charm, from the welcoming semi-wraparound covered front porch to the side deck with a new retractable awning overlooking beautifully landscaped gardens. A pergola with a slate patio creates the perfect setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing on a summer evening. Adding to the property's appeal is a detached 2-car garage and a delightful artist's or hobby studio, complete with its own pergola-covered sitting area nestled among lush gardens. Privately tucked behind a classic white picket fence, the beautifully landscaped .5-acre property is an exceptional outdoor sanctuary. The backyard features a heated free-form Gunite pool with a cascading waterfall, a pool shed with deck, two additional storage sheds, mature trees, and an abundance of seasonal flowering plantings, cr