Buying a traditional farmhouse and transforming it into a lovable, livable space isn’t easy work. However, there are short cuts.
These days, you can buy a modern farmhouse with land to grow fruit and vegetables, and zero need for improvements. We’re seeing these options sprout in areas like coastal California, upstate New York, New England, Texas hill country, and the Southeast.
A riff on the classic farmhouse of yore, these properties boast high ceilings with wood beams; porches outfitted with rocking chairs; and gables (and even stables).
As a prime example, this beauty in Sebastopol, CA, just sold for $1.9 million. It features modern perks such as skylights and a six-burner Viking stove in the shell of a 1929 farmhouse.
Who’s buying these modern marvels? Well, buyers who appreciate a rustic vibe and a white picket fence. But they don’t want a constant drumbeat of upkeep—they appreciate luxe updates in the kitchen, large soaking tubs in the bathroom, and plenty of natural light.
If you’d like to set up shop in a modern farmhouse of your very own, here are seven shining examples.
205 E. Fallkill Road, Hyde Park, NY
Price: $1,695,000
Down on the farm: Behind the monochromatic barn wood of this four-bedroom, 2.5-bath home are the bones of an 1836 farmhouse, now outfitted with hand-hewn beams, antique wood flooring, and a stone fireplace. Called Fallkill Farm, it sits on nearly 40 acres of land and is a quick jaunt from the Culinary Institute of America’s New York campus.
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461 W. Rustic Rd, Santa Monica, CA
Price: $4.995 million
Down on the farm: Oh, to live a mile from the beach—and in a faux farmhouse. That’s the enticing package with this brand-new four-bedroom home spanning 3,400 square feet. You’ll find plenty you wouldn’t find in a historic farmhouse, including surround-sound, skylights, and open-vaulted ceilings. Concrete flooring adds a modern touch, as do two deep soaking tubs.
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618 W. 33rd St, Austin, TX
Price: $839,900
Down on the farm: Built this year, this four-bedroom, 2,300-square-foot home is washed in white and has a shabby chic appeal. The open layout feels fresh and modern, and it features a chic fireplace, chef’s kitchen, and luxe bathroom. The outdoor living areas are ideal for gardening and dining.
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593 Lear Hill Rd, Unity, NH
Price: $2.75 million
Down on the farm: Called Black Dog Farm, this five-bedroom, 6,500-square-foot home sits on 130 acres and sports a unique green metal roof and a deck that wraps part of the house. Timber from the 18th century was used to construct the farmhouse in 2004. Modern life is exemplified in the two wine cellars, media room, outdoor shower, hot tub, and granite patios.
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2752 Cedar Creek Rd., Lake Lure, NC
Price: $524,111
Down on the farm: Looking like it belongs equally in the Scandinavian countryside or an hour outside of Manhattan, this two-bedroom, two-bath home in North Carolina is just 3 years old. Seventeen acres will easily feed your farming dreams, and there’s also a pond, creek, and woods. The homeowners added a walk-in shower paired with a vanity built out of a barrel.
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1222 W. Bothwell St, Seattle, WA
Price: $1,595,000
Down on the farm: This new-construction manse embodies farmhouse-friendly attributes such as high ceilings and lots of windows, but the open layout, modern lighting (like the Edison bulbs above the kitchen island), and clean lines give a nod to contemporary architecture. A terrace just off the kitchen is a great spot for relaxing, which you’ll have plenty of time for because the yard requires very little maintenance.
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