benny.estate
For SaleMLS # R16927466 days on market

451 State Route 17c

Waverly, NY 14892 · Tioga County

Price

$755,000

Bed / Bath

6 bd · 7.5 ba

Interior

4,516 sqft

Lot

3.50 ac

Built

1852

Garage

2-car

About this home

A rare historic estate in New York's Southern Tier. Set behind a solar-powered gated entrance on approximately 3.5 beautifully landscaped acres, this exceptional circa 1840 property blends timeless architecture with thoughtful modern updates, resort-style amenities, and remarkable versatility. Formerly operated as a bed and breakfast, the estate offers over 5 spacious bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, multiple gathering spaces, and a separate one-bedroom guest house, making it ideal for entertaining, multi-generational living, hosting guests, or exploring future hospitality opportunities, subject to local approvals. Rich in character, the home features beautiful hardwood floors, an impressive grand staircase, multiple living rooms, a screened porch, and a private sunporch adjoining the primary suite. Every bedroom is equipped with its own Mitsubishi split heating and cooling system, providing personalized year-round comfort. The guest house features exposed wood beams, a gas fireplace, quartz countertops, updated appliances, and beautiful views overlooking the heated in-ground pool and patio. Outside, enjoy a private park-like setting with a circular driveway, gazebo, cedar fencing, mature landscaping, an established apple orchard, vineyard, blueberry bushes, peach tree, rhubarb, flowering dogwoods, and crabapple trees, and a detached two-bay garage with independent power. Every inch of the grounds has been thoughtfully restored to create a peaceful retreat. Designed with security and convenience in mind, the property features dual solar-powered automatic gates with smartphone controls, a professionally monitored security system with cameras, and extensive perimeter lighting. Whether you're searching for an extraordinary private residence, a luxurious retreat for family and guests, or a property with exceptional lifestyle and hospitality potential, this one-of-a-kind estate delivers a combination of history, elegance, privacy, and modern comfort rarely found in today's market.

Interior features

  • Entrance Foyer
  • Guest Accommodations
  • Granite Counters
  • Library
  • Quartz Counters
  • Bedroom On Main Level
  • Bath In Primary Bedroom
  • Main Level Primary
  • Primary Suite

Exterior features

  • Blacktop Driveway
  • Balcony
  • Enclosed Porch
  • Pool
  • Porch
  • Propane Tank Owned

Appliances

  • Dryer
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Water Purifier Owned
  • Water Softener Owned

Mechanical

Heating

Ductless, Electric, Propane, Baseboard, Forced Air, Radiant

Cooling

Ductless

Schools

District

Waverly

Elementary

Elm Street Elementary

Tax & finance

Annual taxes

$12,716

Financing

Cash · Conventional · FHA · VaLoan

Location

Waverly, NY 14892 · Tioga County

MLS Attribution

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Heritage Realty. Listing agent: Amanda Gulini. Data last updated 7/13/2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; should be independently verified. © NYS Alliance of MLSs.