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Nestled above the scenic splendor of the NYC Reservoir System at the Southeastern quadrant of Putnam County is this exceptional country home, beautifully sited on 4.1 acres (2.5 acres fenced), to capture the breathtaking all-season views of Middle Branch Reservoir and scenic distant hills. This charming residence was custom-designed for easy maintenance, privacy, elegance and comfort. Additional privacy is afforded by a 32 acre tract of land adjoining the property in the rear of the home. This magical lifestyle is found within 1hour and 15 minutes of NYC, and is only stepping stones north of Westchester County. Relaxation and casual entertaining happen around the heated Gunite lake-shaped pool. The pool is 9 foot in depth at deep end, is 49 ft long with salt, not chlorine, purification system and Polaris vacuum system. The pool is surrounded by spacious brick like patio, aesthetically beautiful landscaping with mature plantings, stone walls and rock outcroppings, a separate Trex “reading deck”, overlooking the reservoir offering restful tranquility, and an enclosed open porch with mahogany deck flooring, tongue in groove ceiling, 2 skylights and recessed lighting. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts — Access to North County Biking and Walking trails is within minutes. patneville.com http
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A TripAdvisor™ TripWow slideshow of a travel blog to Bangkok, Thailand by TravelPod blogger Everett.butler titled “Day 21 – Dusit Palace and the Great Throne Hall” Everett.butler’s travel blog entry: “Today we visited the grounds of Dusit Palace, a sprawling campus of mansions, throne halls and palaces. A little unclear about what the main attraction was for the visit, it become evident the moment we turned the corner to see the Ananda Samakrom Throne Hall splayed out before us. It stood alone on a giant plot of verdant landscaping and arching pathways. The structure itself taking cues from ancient roman palisades with columns embedded at every angle and domes that pierced the sky. We entered through the vaulted double doors and bought three tickets to the exhibition. My usual street attire of tank top and shorts not appropriate for the setting, I had to purchase a sarong to wear around my waist and drape across my shoulders. Best four dollars I’ve spent so far. Proceeding through to the welcoming chamber, we had no idea what was in store for us on the inside. An enormous domed great room adorned with gilded ornaments, pillars of pristine marble, and intricately painted mosaics in the style of the Sistine Chapel, each telling their own story and conveying thousands of years of history and culture in the stroke of a brush. I peered up at the highest dome, illuminated with the light that shone through the porticos. Amazed at the awe inspiring beauty of it all and …
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