49 acre Recreational Retreat in Bath NY 5785 Hayes Rd

Nestled in the heart of the Finger Lakes, this rare 49-acre retreat offers privacy, comfort, and recreation located in Bath NY, Steuben County. Discover nearly 50 acres of meticulously maintained land featuring a charming bungalow, a fully outfitted bunkhouse, an impressive heated two-bay garage or workshop, and a newly constructed 20’ x 50’ pole barn. Whether you’re searching for a private retreat, recreational property, or year-round residence, this one-of-a-kind offering delivers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and outdoor living. A well-maintained private driveway welcomes you to the property, where you’ll find ample parking beside the bungalow or inside the spacious heated workshop. Step inside to an inviting open-concept living area designed with warmth and rustic character. The kitchen is fully equipped with a refrigerator, electric oven and cooktop, microwave, built-in laundry unit, and a center island that flows seamlessly into the comfortable living space. Spend your evenings relaxing indoors with high-speed fiber internet, gathering around the custom-built bar with its flip-open serving window, or step outside onto the wraparound deck to grill with high capacity propane on tap, entertain friends, or simply unwind while taking in the peaceful surroundings. Completing the home is a beautifully finished full bathroom featuring a glass and tile shower, marble vanity, and rustic wood accents that perfectly complement the cabin’s inviting atmosphere. Outside, you’ll discover a beautifully maintained quarter-acre pond complete with a dock, rope swing, climbing ladders, diving platform, and a decorative water circulation fountain that enhances both the scenery and ambiance. Beyond the pond lies the woodlot, wetlands with beaver dams and open areas which will be incredible spaces for outdoor recreation. There is ample wildlife including turkey, whitetail deer, and waterfowl. Adjacent to the water sits the charming bunkhouse, offering space for multiple beds, a television, high-speed internet, and its own private patio. With separate access from the main home, it presents excellent potential as a guest suite or future Airbnb rental. Across from the bungalow, the expansive heated workshop is ready for work or play. It features concrete floors, multiple workbenches, generous vehicle storage, a roll-up serving window for entertaining, a wall-mounted fireplace, an oversized wood stove, a dedicated woodworking area, and additional covered space for tractors, UTVs, and recreational equipment. Behind the workshop, the new open-faced pole barn provides even more protected storage for machinery, lawn equipment, trailers, and tools. SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Offered at $359,900.