In the heart of Chatham's historic hamlet of Malden Bridge, this 19th century three bedroom Colonial house, on almost an acre of land, is the ideal country home with modern updates on one of the most bucolic roads in Columbia County. The light filled living room opens directly into the dining room with lovely French doors that lead to a screened porch, ideal for relaxing or evening dining. The spacious eat in kitchen has a modern stainless steel farmhouse sink, quartz counters, gas stove and a walk-in pantry for storage. The kitchen leads to a very spacious mudroom for coats and boots, ample cabinetry, a sink for additional prep space, a half bath and the back door that opens to the new stone patio. The original staircase leads to the second floor with three bedrooms and a bath with shower. The basement has high ceilings, a new concrete floor and beautiful stone walls, currently the location of a home gym and the laundry with a new washer and dryer. The house retains many historic details with modern updates such as energy efficient heat pumps for air conditioning, whole house water filtration and an efficient propane fired heating system. The classic two story red barn has space for a car, a workshop, storage and a large second floor, a possible studio or finished additional living space. On almost an acre of flat land, there is room for a pool, large gardens or an orchard. Across the road is the Malden Bridge Community Center with yoga classes, community events or available to be rented for your next party or a large Thanksgiving dinner, which the sellers have done. Minutes to Old Chatham restaurants and Chatham Village shops, cafes, bookstore, cheese shop, Crandell Theatre, PS 21 for dance and cultural events, the soon to open new Art Omi Pavilions and the Shaker Museum. A short drive to Hudson and Amtrak or to the Berkshires for Tanglewood, theatre, museums and winter skiing. Under 2.5 hours to NYC.