You can have the best of both worlds living in this hobbit house two hours north of New York City, in the village of Saugerties, NY.

Built in 2011, this earth-sheltered spot, inspired by the writings of J.R.R. Tolkien, offers the exterior of a rustic cabin with interiors that are more hobbit modern.

Clearly, the hobbit habitat had an irresistible appeal.

The three-bedroom, two-bath home listed $549,000 has an offer pending after only two weeks on the market.

That it’s built into a lush hillside is a design style reminiscent of the European countryside a century ago, or that of Middle Earth for “Lord of the Rings” fans.

Outside, the cedar shake siding is certainly charming. Inside, the style departs from quaint and goes Scandinavian cool with high-end finishes.

The walls are painted white or feature horizontal wood planks.

Despite a lack of windows but for one side, the compact interiors are cozy and inviting. The living room, dining room, and kitchen are within an open layout, ideal for entertaining.

The two baths are decked with modern fixtures.

Retro charm

The property could be used as an artist’s studio or a prepper’s pad, the listing notes.

The dwelling “combines the mystique of a mountain lodge with high finishes and retro charm of a Mid-Century Atom-Bomb shelter,” reads the listing.

The domicile also features some eco-friendly qualities, including natural heating and cooling.

A huge perk, though, is the 6-acre lot the 1,666-square-foot home sits on. It also comes with a picnic-type shelter for hosting small gatherings, a three-car garage, and a shed.

The home’s location in Ulster County is near State Route 32. The Catskills, Woodstock, South Cairo, and Palenville, with shops, restaurants, and hotels, are all within a 20-minute drive.

Thomas Roberts at Corcoran Country Living is handling the listing.

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