Discover the rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and close proximity to Cooperstown: a private, wooded 4.78 ac retreat just two miles from the village of Cooperstown, yet less than five minutes from the village's shops, restaurants, services, recreation, and renowned cultural attractions., This exceptional home's quiet and serene location offers easy access to everything wonderful Cooperstown has to offer. The updated, beautifully-maintained 4-5 bedroom, 2-bath Colonial offers 1,848 square feet of living space, with a floor plan that can accommodate one-level living on the first-floor or expansion in the unfinished basement , if desired. Generously sized, sun-filled rooms, hardwood floors, a formal dining room, updated kitchen and open family room with gas fireplace create a warm and welcoming interior to gather and unwind.. A new roof in 2024, a tastefully remodeled kitchen, and two chic, stylish baths add to the home's move-in-ready appeal. The home sits beautifully in an open, level, lushly landscaped clearing. There's plenty of open lawn for play sets or outdoor recreation. The oversized rear deck takes full advantage of sweeping forest and hillside views and provides an exceptional setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful sights and sounds of nature.Trails lead from the property to one of Cooperstown's iconic hillside hikes. The location is exceptional-just minutes from Glimmerglass Lake, Clark Sports Center, Bassett Hospital, the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Fenimore Farm and Art Museum, Glimmerglass Festival, and Cooperstown's celebrated shops and restaurants. Private, peaceful, beautifully maintained, and remarkably close to the heart of Cooperstown-this is a special opportunity to create your own Upstate New York retreat or primary home.