39 Franklin Street, Delhi, NY 13753

The thriving village of Delhi, New York offers over 100 years of architectural expression. The upright-and-wing farmhouse is a stable shape that has stood the test of time and 39 Franklin Street is one of the good ones. This classic gable-front-and-wing form has been thoughtfully updated to living standards most contemporary construction could only wish to achieve, and does so without losing the bones that make this shape so pleasing. Set on the peaceful hillside with a woodland valley view, the house is an easy walk from the West Branch of the Delaware, Delaware Academy and SUNY Delhi, and from the shops and restaurants of the county seat village. Inside, hardwood floors run through much of the home. The entrance opens into a tiled family room built around a wood-burning stove. From there, the layout unfolds into a formal dining room, a den that works well as a home office, and a living room, giving the home more distinct gathering spaces than its footprint might suggest. A custom...