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196 Wellington Lane, Cooperstown, NY 13326

$3,950,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 6,168 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 648,173 Status: Active
Current Price: $3,950,000 List Date: 3/19/2025 Last Modified: 1/29/2026

Overview

Description

The beauty of Otsego Lake is calling with this rare find - a grand Arts and Crafts style home with guest apartment set on 14.88 private acres and close to 500 feet of breathtaking lake frontage. Every room in the home has been carefully positioned to take in sweeping views of this pristine glacial lake known for its ''Glimmerglass'' appearance and surrounding rolling hills. Whether you're hosting dinner parties or the whole family, there is room for all to gather and make themselves at home in a unique and unmatched setting. The first floor of the main house is a host's dream with spacious, sunny rooms that flow easily and invite you in. The grand double height entryway and open stairway welcomes your guests making the statement that this house is one of a kind. The generous dining room opens up to one of the centerpieces of the home - the sunny living room with its cathedral ceilings, large stone fireplace and tall windows. The chef's kitchen will certainly become the hub of the home with marble counters, a walk-in pantry, Wolf induction range and refrigerator, and the adjoining catering kitchen. French doors lead out to the stone patio for al fresco dining overlooking the lake. For a cozy evening, head down to the study which offers its own stone fireplace, more picturesque views and a perfect space for unwinding after a long day on the lake. On this floor you'll also find an inspiring office facing the lake (maybe for writing your first novel?) and a full bathroom for guests. The second floor feels spacious and comfortable with its three bedrooms, two baths and laundry room. The generous primary suite has room for a king bed, sitting area and includes a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with radiant floor heat, shower and soaking tub. Up to the third floor and you'll find two more bedrooms with a lavish bath in between with both shower and soaking tub. The covered balcony is the ideal spot for morning yoga or taking in the sunset. This home has been lovingly updated with renovations by a high-end local contractor that include creating a new kitchen, updates to all bathrooms, Restoration Hardware fixtures, finishing the third floor bedrooms, adding a new boiler, Marvin windows, hardwood floors, outdoor terrace, hot tub, gas fire pit, Tesla car chargers, and replacing the septic system. There is also a two car garage with a sweet and stylish one bedroom/one bathroom apartment with a kitchenette upstairs. And just wait until you get outside to enjoy your expansive property with private lakefront access. Head down to the dock for a swim or take out the kayak or pontoon boat for a ride. Dip into the hot tub while taking in a sunset or enjoy lunch on the enormous stone terrace. If it's a hike you're looking for, the property connects over 300 acres of public land at Glimmerglass State Park (the home of Hyde Hall - a National Historic Landmark) and the Sleeping Lion hiking trail. While nearby Cooperstown is known for the Baseball Hall of Fame, there is so much more this picturesque upstate town has to offer. For arts and culture, check out the world-class offerings at Glimmerglass Opera - just a canoe ride away from your private dock - as well as the Farmers Museum and Fenimore Art Museum. Dine at the historic Otesaga Resort Hotel or local favorites Blue Mingo Boatyard and Grill and Origins Cafe, known for its incredible menu and unique garden setting. For more recreation try the Leatherstocking Golf Course, Otsego Golf Club, tennis and sailing at the Cooperstown Country Club, or visit the state-of-the-art facilities at the Clark Sports Center. For horse enthusiasts, there is Oakstone Stables in nearby Fly Creek and it is an easy day trip to the races in Saratoga Springs. Less than an hour away are more charming towns like Sharon Springs, Hamilton, and Stamford. You are also under an hour and a half from both Syracuse, Albany, and Windham Ski Club and three hours and twenty minutes to the GWB in N

Listing Details MLS# 20250613

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total
5
Bathrooms Total
5
Bathrooms Full
4
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Above Grade Finished Area
6168
Below Grade Finished Area
325
Living Area
6168
New Construction YN
No
Year Built
1990
Garage YN
Yes
Attached Garage YN
No
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Size Acres
14.88
Waterfront YN
Yes
Water Body Name
Otsego Lake
Basement YN
Yes
Stories
3
Fireplace YN
Yes
Fireplaces Total
2
Wood Stove YN
Yes
Sign On Property YN
No
List Price/SqFt
640.4

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Induction Cooktop; Oven; Refrigerator; Trash Compactor; Washer; Wine Refrigerator Architectural Style: Arts & Crafts Basement: Finished Door Features: French Doors Electric: 200+ Amp Service; Generator Hookup Exterior Features: Balcony; Fire Pit; Private Yard Fencing: Invisible Fireplace Features: Library; Living Room; Stone; Wood Burning Flooring: Tile; Wood Frontage Type: Lakefront Heating: Baseboard; Radiant Floor Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s); Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; High Ceilings; High Speed Internet; Hot Tub; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Laundry Features: Laundry Room; Upper Level Levels: Three Or More Lot Features: Lake on Lot; Many Trees; Views Other Structures: Garage(s) Parking Features: Attached Carport; Driveway Patio And Porch Features: Patio Plumbing: Mixed Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Road Frontage Type: Private Road Road Surface Type: Gravel Security Features: Security System Sewer: Septic Tank View: Lake; Mountain(s) Water Source: Well Waterfront Features: Lake; Lake Front Wood Stove Features: Wood Showing Requirements: Appointment Only

Contract Information

Original List Price
3950000
Listing Contract Date
2025-03-15
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Accessory Dwelling Unit YN
Yes
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Owner Name
Withheld
Occupant Type
Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
196
Street Name
Wellington
Street Suffix
Lane
County
Otsego
State
NY
Zip Code
13326
Town (Taxable)
Otsego

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
The beauty of Otsego Lake is calling with this rare find - a grand Arts and Crafts style home with guest apartment set on 14.88 private acres and close to 500 feet of breathtaking lake frontage. Every room in the home has been carefully positioned to take in sweeping views of this pristine glacial lake known for its ''Glimmerglass'' appearance and surrounding rolling hills. Whether you're hosting dinner parties or the whole family, there is room for all to gather and make themselves at home in a unique and unmatched setting. The first floor of the main house is a host's dream with spacious, sunny rooms that flow easily and invite you in. The grand double height entryway and open stairway welcomes your guests making the statement that this house is one of a kind. The generous dining room opens up to one of the centerpieces of the home - the sunny living room with its cathedral ceilings, large stone fireplace and tall windows. The chef's kitchen will certainly become the hub of the home with marble counters, a walk-in pantry, Wolf induction range and refrigerator, and the adjoining catering kitchen. French doors lead out to the stone patio for al fresco dining overlooking the lake. For a cozy evening, head down to the study which offers its own stone fireplace, more picturesque views and a perfect space for unwinding after a long day on the lake. On this floor you'll also find an inspiring office facing the lake (maybe for writing your first novel?) and a full bathroom for guests. The second floor feels spacious and comfortable with its three bedrooms, two baths and laundry room. The generous primary suite has room for a king bed, sitting area and includes a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with radiant floor heat, shower and soaking tub. Up to the third floor and you'll find two more bedrooms with a lavish bath in between with both shower and soaking tub. The covered balcony is the ideal spot for morning yoga or taking in the sunset. This home has been lovingly updated with renovations by a high-end local contractor that include creating a new kitchen, updates to all bathrooms, Restoration Hardware fixtures, finishing the third floor bedrooms, adding a new boiler, Marvin windows, hardwood floors, outdoor terrace, hot tub, gas fire pit, Tesla car chargers, and replacing the septic system. There is also a two car garage with a sweet and stylish one bedroom/one bathroom apartment with a kitchenette upstairs. And just wait until you get outside to enjoy your expansive property with private lakefront access. Head down to the dock for a swim or take out the kayak or pontoon boat for a ride. Dip into the hot tub while taking in a sunset or enjoy lunch on the enormous stone terrace. If it's a hike you're looking for, the property connects over 300 acres of public land at Glimmerglass State Park (the home of Hyde Hall - a National Historic Landmark) and the Sleeping Lion hiking trail. While nearby Cooperstown is known for the Baseball Hall of Fame, there is so much more this picturesque upstate town has to offer. For arts and culture, check out the world-class offerings at Glimmerglass Opera - just a canoe ride away from your private dock - as well as the Farmers Museum and Fenimore Art Museum. Dine at the historic Otesaga Resort Hotel or local favorites Blue Mingo Boatyard and Grill and Origins Cafe, known for its incredible menu and unique garden setting. For more recreation try the Leatherstocking Golf Course, Otsego Golf Club, tennis and sailing at the Cooperstown Country Club, or visit the state-of-the-art facilities at the Clark Sports Center. For horse enthusiasts, there is Oakstone Stables in nearby Fly Creek and it is an easy day trip to the races in Saratoga Springs. Less than an hour away are more charming towns like Sharon Springs, Hamilton, and Stamford. You are also under an hour and a half from both Syracuse, Albany, and Windham Ski Club and three hours and twenty minutes to the GWB in N

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2025-03-19T20:18:08Z
Major Change Type
New Listing
Status Change Timestamp
2025-03-19
Back on Market Date
2025-03-19

More Information

Accessory Dwelling Unit Information

ADU Attached YN
No
ADU Bathrooms
Yes
ADU Bedrooms
Yes
ADU Building Type
Garage Conversion
ADU Heating YN
Yes
ADU SqFt
720

Book Information

Liber/Book
1077
Page
226
Section
Taxable

Wood Stove Features

Wood Stoves Total
Yes
Wood
Yes

Showing Information

Showing Attended YN
Yes

Location, Tax, and Legal

Township
Other
School District
Other
General Tax
11365
School Tax
21752
Tax Annual Amount
33117
Tax Assessed Value
1607100
Tax Legal Description
250 - Estate
Parcel Number
55.00-2-4.02
Tax Lot
55
Tax Block
2
Zoning
Yes
Directions
From Cooperstown, take NY-80 E, right on Co Rd 53, slight right onto Public Landing Rd, slight left onto Wellington Ln. House will be on the right, *note that the road marker says 198.*

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Induction Cooktop
Yes
Oven
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Trash Compactor
Yes
Washer
Yes
Wine Refrigerator
Yes

Architectural Style

Arts & Crafts
Yes

Basement

Finished
Yes

Door Features

French Doors
Yes

Electric

200+ Amp Service
Yes
Generator Hookup
Yes

Exterior Features

Balcony
Yes
Fire Pit
Yes
Private Yard
Yes

Fencing

Invisible
Yes

Fireplace Features

Library
Yes
Living Room
Yes
Stone
Yes
Wood Burning
Yes

Flooring

Tile
Yes
Wood
Yes

Frontage Type

Lakefront
Yes

Heating

Baseboard
Yes
Radiant Floor
Yes

Interior Features

Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Yes
Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Entrance Foyer
Yes
High Ceilings
Yes
High Speed Internet
Yes
Hot Tub
Yes
Kitchen Island
Yes
Open Floorplan
Yes
Pantry
Yes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Yes
Wet Bar
Yes

Laundry Features

Laundry Room
Yes
Upper Level
Yes

Levels

Three Or More
Yes

Lot Features

Lake on Lot
Yes
Many Trees
Yes
Views
Yes

Other Structures

Garage(s)
Yes

Parking Features

Attached Carport
Yes
Driveway
Yes

Patio And Porch Features

Patio
Yes

Plumbing

Mixed
Yes

Property Condition

Updated/Remodeled
Yes

Road Frontage Type

Private Road
Yes

Road Surface Type

Gravel
Yes

Security Features

Security System
Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank
Yes

View

Lake
Yes
Mountain(s)
Yes

Water Source

Well
Yes

Waterfront Features

Lake
Yes
Lake Front
Yes

Showing Requirements

Appointment Only
Yes
Listing Courtesy of Compass Greater NY, LLC
Listing Agent: Hillary Kolos
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.