$2,495,000

Fresh air, rolling hills and a private country escape await approximately one hour north of Manhattan. Welcome to 236 Hardscrabble Road, set on 8.2 pristine acres in North Salem, where Northern Westchester meets the beginning of New York’s celebrated horse country. Custom built in 2002 and upgraded in 2010, the… Read More residence is tucked well away from the road for immediate privacy and designed to capture sweeping, unobstructed views of Hidden Pond, where ducks and swans drift across the water. A circular driveway framed by stone walls and mature, layered landscaping sets the tone upon arrival. Lilac, wisteria, dogwood, birch and oak trees create a richly textured, four-season backdrop, surrounding a hidden water feature and enhancing the property’s sense of seclusion. Inside, 20-foot cathedral ceilings, dark oak plank floors and walls of glass bring the landscape into the home. Two skylights and a grand stone fireplace anchor the expansive living room, filling it with natural light and warmth. The main entertaining spaces are arranged on the first floor and open seamlessly onto a wraparound deck, inviting outdoor dining, long summer evenings and quiet afternoons spent enjoying the spectacular colors of fall. With beautiful pond and countryside views as its backdrop, the home is equally suited to intimate dinners and lively celebrations. The chef’s kitchen features Viking appliances, dual ovens, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, glass-front cabinetry, hunter green granite countertops, generous storage and a separate walk-in pantry. A large center island welcomes casual gatherings, while the elegant formal dining room, with French doors, provides a gracious setting for special occasions. Also on the first floor, the approximately 900-square-foot primary suite offers a private sanctuary and makes the home beautifully suited to one-level living. A large fireplace, spa-like en-suite bath with a Jacuzzi tub and separate shower, dual walk-in closets and direct access to a private deck create a peaceful retreat overlooking the grounds. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms each offer an en-suite bath and walk-in closet. The standout guest suite, approximately 700 square feet, includes a sitting area, three expansive closets, an en-suite bath with a skylight and a separate private entrance to the garage, offering exceptional flexibility for guests or extended stays. A walk-up unfinished attic provides additional possibilities, whether envisioned as a home office, gym, art studio or other flexible space. The expansive unfinished walkout lower level offers approximately 2,735 additional square feet, not included in the home’s overall listed square footage. High ceilings and two sets of sliding glass doors opening directly to the backyard create a bright, inviting canvas with potential for an indoor pool, guest apartment or other uses, subject to necessary approvals. Multiple access points to the garage and main home, along with a private entrance from the backyard, add to the level’s versatility and future potential. Just minutes from Metro-North, North Salem offers its signature countryside lifestyle, with horse farms, orchards, winding scenic roads, acclaimed local dining and the rolling hills that make this corner of Northern Westchester so special. A longtime haven for celebrities, Wall Street leaders and tech innovators, North Salem is one of Westchester’s most coveted enclaves. Private, pristine and surrounded by nature, 236 Hardscrabble Road is a fabulous country residence for full-time living or weekend getaways, offering a place to exhale, entertain and enjoy the fresh air with Manhattan comfortably within reach. Read Less

Listing Courtesy of Compass Greater NY, LLC.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Oct 8, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

4,779

Lot Size

8.1 Acres

Year Built

2002

Property Tax

$38,486

MLS Number

1059443

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Range, Refrigerator

Basement

Full, Walk-Out Access

Building

Built in 2002, Built in 2002 (effective), Living area: 4779, Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Cooling

Central Air

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Deck, Balcony, Garden, Lighting

Fireplaces

2 fireplaces, Bedroom, Gas, Living Room

Floors

Hardwood

Garage

2 spaces

Heating

Oil

Interior Features

First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Chefs Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Formal Dining, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen, Primary Bathroom, Master Downstairs, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer/Dryer Hookup

Laundry

Inside

Lot

8.0977 acres

Parking

5 total parking spaces, Driveway, Garage

Property

Actual, Water

Security Features

Fire Alarm, Security System

Sewer

Septic Tank

Taxes

Additional parcels description:, Parcel Number: 4000-004-000-01735-000-0008, Annual Amount: $38,485.5, Assessed Value: $1.5848e+06, Year: 2026

Utilities

Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Source: Well

Water Features

Pond

Windows

Oversized Windows

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