It's not the Alps, but located near the base of Putney Mountain, in the lush West River valley, inspired by his Swiss bride, formerly well-known local contractor built this classic, Swiss style chalet. The house is surrounded by 2.7 level acres, backed by a forest of towering pines and oak trees and bordered by the babbling Grassy Brook. A large front deck offers a sunny place to relax, along with two balconies off the second floor bedrooms. The interior offers a versatile, multi-level floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, office and open concept living/dining room, enhanced with a beautiful stone fireplace, Bamboo flooring, solid wood ceilings, and banks of windows, all combined to create a pleasing ambiance. The partially above grade, heated basement, offers numerous possibilities. 2-car garage has been used for a wood working shop (includes propane furnace) and parking. Nearby, Pinnacle lands, consisting of 2,100 +/- acres, these publicly-accessible lands include a 26-mile hiking trail system and wildlife sanctuary. Additional attractions include, equestrian facilities, easy distance to Rte. 30, and numerous ski areas.