The Lawrence Van Buren house, a classic 1812 brick side hall Federal style home, in the heart of Kinderhook Village, was the home of President Martin Van Buren's brother. An exceptional front entrance with a graceful, curved marble keystone lintel, leaded glass elliptical fanlight, opens into a stately front hall leading to the large formal parlor & a separate dining room, both with fireplaces & elegant mantels. The newly renovated, architect designed kitchen, with soapstone counters, tile backsplash, high end appliances including a Wolf six burner stove & SubZero refrigerator, blends seamlessly with the home. A light filled family room off the kitchen has casual dining space overlooking the garden & access to the outside. A well designed mud room makes an easy entrance from the driveway. First floor office, with pocket doors for privacy, is perfect for work from home. The original staircase leads to a very spacious hallway on the second floor, currently used as work space. The light filled primary bedroom has lovely wide board floors, a wall of closets, a wood burning fireplace & a large en suite bathroom. The second bedroom, with a view of the garden, has a newly renovated en suite bathroom with the laundry. The third floor is a charming separate suite with a sitting room, large bedroom with window seats & a full bathroom. Throughout the beautifully maintained home are original wide board floors, high ceilings, paneled doors, moldings & fine decorative details. Outside, the driveway leads to a three-car carriage house & spacious two-bedroom full apartment above for guests, office, studio or an easy rental for income. Beautiful trees, perennial flowers & a wonderful patio to enjoy the outdoor space. In the heart of this vibrant historic Village, walk to cafes, restaurants, wine store, the orchard, library, Farmer's Market, art galleries & the new Empire Trail. An ideal location, only 20 min south to Hudson & Amtrak or north to Albany. Just 2.5 hours to NYC.