18 Main St, Cooperstown, NY 13326

Exceptional C.1815 Cooperstown residence located on the quieter portion of Main Street, just steps from fine restaurants, unique shops, a year-round Farmers Market, and the National Baseball Hall of Fame. This distinguished brick townhouse represents a rare architectural design found in upstate New York and is proudly listed on the New York State Historic Register. An award-winning restoration completed in 2008-2010 preserved the home's architectural character while updating electrical, plumbing, heating, insulation, windows, sprinkler, radon, and alarm systems, and adding an elevator. Sunlit rooms filled with natural light showcase gracious proportions and beautiful historic details. The inviting foyer features a curved staircase. The expansive kitchen offers soapstone countertops, center island, La Canche range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, pantry with two-drawer freezer, and propane fireplace, complemented by a well-appointed butler's pantry with a second dishwasher, wall oven, ice maker, and wine cooler. Also on the main floor, the living room and formal dining room, both with propane fireplaces, and a den/library with a fireplace, all provide elegant spaces for entertaining. The second floor includes a spacious primary suite with an ensuite bath and propane fireplace, two additional bedrooms-one with a propane fireplace-and a second full bath. A private third-floor suite with a full bath offers an ideal guest retreat. The finished walk-out lower level features a tavern room with a bar, wood-burning fireplace, and bake oven; a family/media room; a full bath; an indoor hot tub room; laundry; a utility room; and a mudroom with garage access. Set on 0.21 acres, the property includes a private backyard, vegetable garden, two garages-one attached is heated, and one detached-and an additional garage currently used as an exercise room. Additional features include a whole-house generator, intercom, security and sprinkler systems, acoustic speakers, propane heat with oil backup, and 28 solar panels. Otsego Lake, only a block away for boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing, with Leatherstocking Golf Course, Fenimore Art Museum, Glimmerglass Festival, and Glimmerglass State Park close at hand. A rare opportunity to own a meticulously restored piece of Cooperstown history-an exceptional brick townhouse distinguished by architectural significance, craftsmanship, and privacy. This home sits in a neighborhood known for its rich history, local events, and small-town character. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR THE VIDEO & 3-D TOUR.