Real Estate in the Finger Lakes of NY

Two must see properties on Cayuga Lake in Aurora NY...

342 Main Street - The Leffingwell House ---AURORA NY Historic Federal brick home, circa 1827-1828 has been completely restored with an unparalledled level of finishes. A priceless gem entirely suited to contemporary lifestyles. No detail has been spared in the recent multi-million dollar restoration. Beautiful original moldings thoroughout, 6 fireplaces with original Federal mantels, and the grand stair have been exquisitely preserved. Sunshine streams into this light, bright, happy home.  Each floor to ceiling window, with restored in-set shutters, is a work of art in and of itself. The highest level of woodworking and craftmanship have gone into every inch of this fully and impeccably renovated 3 bedroom, 3 and a half bathroom home with elevator. French doors line this fantastic room with bucolic views of the private 4+ acre meadow found in the rear of this lovely central village home.
The fully restored, heated, and air conditioned carriage barn with half bath would make a fantastic year-round artist studio, office, or potential guest house. Ithaca NY MLS# 126101  $2,000,000

453 Main Street - The Abbott House - Aurora NY This historical home is the town's largest lakefront residence. Situated on over 2 acres with approximate 200 feet of lake front. The property features an incredible 3-pier dock with it's own private boathouse and lift. Over 10,000 square feet, the home consists of 6 large bedrooms and 3.5 baths with plenty of risers to add more. The third floor could easily be converted to add 4+ bedrooms.
This gracious home features original woodwork throughout and an incredibly beautiful original built-in sideboard in the comfortably elegant dining room.
Breathtaking sunset and landscape views from every room in the house, including a grand front entrance with coffered ceiling and bejeweled leaded windows with water views in every direction.
So many more special treats await... a wine cellar, dumbwaiter that goes to every floor, indoor brick oven/grill, and 4 beautifully tiled fireplaces each more exquisite than the next.  Ithaca NY MLS # 126099   $2,200,000

There is a new EcoBroker in the Ithaca NY area....

Shari Landsman, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson at RE/MAX In Motion in downtown Ithaca has earned the EcoBroker Certified^® designation, having successfully completed a unique and educational training program on the energy and environmental issues that affect real estate transactions.   

   With national surveys indicating that 80% of consumers consider themselves "green-minded," real estate professionals with the EcoBroker designation are in a better position to serve the real estate consumer. 

   Shari explains, "As an EcoBroker^® I now have more resources at my disposal to help my buyers and sellers make green real estate decisions.  I can help you find a home that is healthier, comfortable, and cost-effective and I can promote cost-saving green features that set listings apart from the competition."

   EcoBroker International's education and designation program is designed exclusively for real estate professionals who care about the environment and want to help their clients benefit from the energy-efficiency, "green," and healthier features of homes and buildings.  EcoBroker provides a complete curriculum of energy and environmental training to licensed real estate agents.  Real estate professionals must complete the extensive EcoBroker curriculum and training and fulfill additional program requirements to become Certified EcoBrokers^®. 

  RE/MAX in Motion is a full service Real Estate Brokerage that serves Tompkins, Tioga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Schuyler Counties.