Your chance to own one of the most prestigious homes in Lily Dale, NY
One of the most photographed homes in Lily Dale
Just inside the main gates of Lily Dale, you will find the ‘3 sisters’. One of these could be yours. Meticulously designed and created to suit your needs, whether you are looking for your summer escape or plan to spend all year in a gorgeous Spiritual community.
1880’s Victorian home meets Modern Day Living
6 Melrose Drive, Lily Dale, NY
Beautifully renovated Victorian Home large enough to entertain and host guests, but cozy for those winter nights watching the snow. Features 3 large Trex decks, an original fireplace, Kraft Maid® kitchen cabinets, a finished attic (used as a bedroom), and full 1 bedroom apartment with its own entrance, perfect for guests or potential rental income. (subject to code with Chautauqua Country Inspector)
Located in the World’s Largest Center for Spiritualism, Lily Dale, NY. Lily Dale is 1 hour south of Buffalo, situated in beautiful Chautauqua County.
3 Bedrooms / 1 Bath with 1 Bedroom Apartment / 1 Bath + 4 seater Golf Cart
$249,000 - Owner open to holding finance subject to terms
Main floor - Large Living Space leading to open plan kitchen. Walkthrough the double doors (Anderson) from the main deck into the expansive Living Room. The entrance features floor-to-ceiling windows at the front allowing the light to flood in. For privacy, there are floor-to-ceiling entrance drapes. Floor tiles throughout the home make for easy cleaning. Gas fireplace in original brick fireplace. Beautiful crystal light shades and sconces throughout the home complete with dimmer switches to create the right ambiance for your home.
Kitchen - The kitchen features black granite, brushed silver taps, and solid wooden Kraft Maid® cabinets with soft close drawers. Appliances are included, Bosch Glass-covered electric stove and oven, microwave, dishwasher, and fridge freezer. The kitchen leads out to back porches that capture the morning sun, perfect to watch the hummingbirds while sipping your coffee. This is a peaceful sanctuary perfect for journalling, reading or meditation.
Doors from the main level, lead to the upper levels and downstairs apartment which maintains privacy and safety for pets and children.
Walk up the wooden stairs to the tranquil space of each bedroom. Master Bedroom is directly at the top of the stairs. It is expansive, light, and airy and the morning sun lights up the room through the double glazed windows. Crystal Sconces throughout on dimmer switches for the perfect ambiance. Closet it hidden behind the pocket door.
The landing features a custom-made bookcase and linen closet.
2nd Bedroom - this is a classic Victorian design and is a second bedroom, complete with closet, behind the pocket door. Crystal Sconces throughout. Open the french doors, that lead out to a beautiful secluded upper deck, with views of the Lily Dale Auditorium. Sit upstairs and listen to the music from the church or the birds in the trees. This is a perfect place to retreat in the afternoon and enjoy the summer and watch the world go by.
Bathroom - Custom-made vanity, brand new shower cubicle, and storage area.
Attic - This beautifully finished attic has laminate flooring throughout, and has 2 separate bedrooms. Each room is perfect for a guest or children or could be used as storage.
The attic space has been previously used as bedrooms.
This main home can sleep up to 8 people comfortably, with additional guests downstairs in the Apartment.
Downstairs Apartment
This is the bonus of this gorgeous property, a downstairs apartment that has a separate entrance from the rear of the home. You can also access this area from the kitchen of the main home. There are 2 fuse boxes to ensure that both properties are separate. This is a perfect guest area for family visiting or possible rental income - subject to inspection and code by Chautauqua County.
Walk into the spacious Living Room, with laminate flooring throughout. There is a bench-type seat running throughout the apartment, which houses all the pipework for the house. Small kitchen with solid wood cabinets, gas stove oven, microwave, and fridge freezer.
Bathroom - has a tub bath and shower, this acts as a laundry room complete with LG Washer Dryer (included) which are less than 2 years old.
The lovely bedroom is warm and cozy and has spacious storage on the one wall of the bedroom.
Additional Features and Information
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Owning a home in Lily Dale
Lily Dale is a Spiritualist Community, therefore you need to be a member of a Spiritualist church and a member of Lily Dale Assembly. Please see https://www.lilydaleassembly.org/about-us
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Ownership
Please note: This is an assembly, and therefore banks will not mortgage the properties. Cash buyers are preferred although the owner will consider holding the mortgage.
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Viewing the Property
Serious buyers with intent only. We require 48 hours notice for viewing.
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Parking Spaces
Parking is very limited in Lily Dale but the main home has a parking space at the front of the property on Cottage Row. The apartment has a space directly at the back of the property which is available for parking.
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Additional Items included
4 seater Golf Cart
All large kitchen appliances
LG Washer and Dryer (front loading)
Vinyl winter house wrap (custom made)
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Negotiable Items
We understand that a second property can be costly, and extra furniture is needed. The owners are open to negotiating a furnished sale. Items include Master Bed, Day Bed, Double Beds, Sofas, Chairs, Kitchen Table, Chairs, outside furniture and TV’s
Items not negotiable and will be leaving - Grand Piano and Buddha.