It’s said in the world of real estate that location is everything. Really though, everything is combining location, design, warmth and the sense of home, with the ability to flow seamlessly from the indoor environment to the outdoor environment. 151 Sparkling ridge has everything! Take in the majestic views of the Shawangunk ridge as you drive up the quiet road through the woods. Over the rise in the drive, come into this 2600+ sq ft contemporary home perched on the lakefront. On the outside, levels of decks for relaxation or entertainment, with the woods and lake as the backdrop. On the inside, feel the warmth of the wood finishes throughout, accentuated by the great stone fireplace and chimney that reaches up the full height of the 18’ cathedral ceiling. The full majesty of the outdoors brought in with the wonderful custom windows that also stretch the full 18’, allowing bright light and beauty to all corners! This southeast exposure not only brings in the view of the lake, but the warmth and light of the winter sun! The west exposure of the house and decks have beautiful views of the iconic ridge. Change your perspective from the macro to the micro, and take in the details that make for comfortable living. The kitchen appointed with Viking gas range and hood, and built in electric oven, two drawer dishwasher, warm cherry custom cabinets, and satin smooth Quartz countertops. Two large bedrooms on the first floor, the master with its own bath, and an enclosed glass room for enjoying coffee with the morning paper, as if you were outside! Upstairs has wrap around balconies overlooking the living room and great windows, a living nook for quiet seclusion, and a great entertainment room! The expansive bedroom on this floor perfect for the kids, or as a very private guest room. The partially finished basement has a gym/workout room, large laundry room, and a superb area for workshop. Walk to the preserve from home, a trail at the end of Sparkling Ridge leads up the ridge to Undercliff Rd- central to accessing the entire ridge trail system, both Mohonk and Minnewaska! Adjoining this 3.4 acre parcel, is a another 3.4 acre parcel that is deeded with a greenbelt easement, to protect from any close development, forever wild! A short drive to the Village of New Paltz, with its wonderful restaurants, shops, and entertainment, a stone’s throw to the wildly popular Mountain Brauhaus, and Rough Cut brewing company, and 90 minutes from Mid-Town Manhattan. We come back full circle to Location!