From the moment you step under the restored wrought iron gates of Whitebridge Farm, you get the sense of a property steeped in centuries of history and meticulous care.
The 250-year-old residence, built in 1775, sits on 160 acres of lush land that was once used as a playground for the local hunt club, which freely roamed the old Chatham, New York, parcel for eight decades, adding another unique layer to the home’s legacy.
“Whitebridge Farm hosted the Chatham Hunt Club for nearly 80 years, and the pool house stands where the hounds’ birthing barn once stood,” says the listing agent. Nancy E. Felicito of Brown Harris Stevens
The crest over the home’s main entrance still marks the club’s legacy, and Olympic equestrians are said to have trained the property here not only for historical resonance but also for genuine sporting pedigree.
After years on and off the market, the estate at 47 Whitebridge Road is once again available, this time for $12 million, down from its highest asking price of $15 million.
With more than 8,000 square feet of living space, the Old Chatham property is equal parts 18th-century heritage and modern sanctuary.
The main house offers three bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, including a main-level en-suite with double-height ceilings.
Formal living and dining rooms, each with their own fireplaces, sit next to a masterfully updated kitchen, office, mudroom, and sunlit upstairs suite, all grounded by in-floor heating.
Beyond the main residence, the grounds have several notable attractions of their own: 3 miles of walking and riding trails, rolling lawns, and a stream that runs through the grounds.
Felcito notes that buyers are often drawn to outdoor features: “There are lots of stone water features and fire pits. The pool and spa, the pool house, and its outdoor shower are all major highlights.”
Much of Whitebridge Farm’s allure comes from its architecture, which is a combination of historic authenticity and meticulous restoration.
“All of the historic elements, hardware, fencing and stonework have been carefully restored to the property, including the original horse and hound stalls in the barns,” says Felicito.
The roofs across the estate are custom copper, which Falcito describes as a “hand-crafted dog-ear copper roof.”
Throughout the property, the craftsmanship is both visible and structural. The barns have been reimagined as guest quarters and flexible living spaces while preserving the original stall walls and beams. Modern amenities, including upgraded systems, radiant heating, and kitchens and baths are seamlessly integrated.
The location deepens the estate’s appeal. Old Chatham was once an important stop on the stagecoach route between Boston and Albany, and many of its remaining buildings, like what is now known as Jackson’s Old Chatham House, date from that period.
Nearby, the village of Chatham became a major railroad center in the 1800s, supporting local businesses such as the Chatham Shirt Shop and Payne Mills. Today, the estate is within easy reach of Albany International Airport and the cultural offerings of the Berkshires, including Tanglewood.
What ultimately sets Whitebridge Farm apart, Felcito says, is its almost otherworldly sense of care and completion.
“From the buildings to the landscape restoration is really a feat,” she explains. “This is a property for generations that serves as an important example of the area’s historic heritage.”