From time to time there are listings that have such wonderful energy and depth, so much care and love for the home and landscape that it leaves you wowed. 5040 Fox Road, on the edge of the Oneida/VVS border, is just such a place. The exterior of this home, on a bit under an acre, will impress anyone who loves trees and the landscape. More on that to follow! As soon as you approach the home you'll be welcomed by the spacious and inviting porch. Undoubtedly you'll spend as much time there as the current owners do, spring through fall. The 4 bedroom, 2.1 bath house has been renovated and added onto throughout the years. There is no basement and the lower level has a warm, comforting feel but is not ideal for the taller ones. The first level has the kitchen, family room with gas insert, dining room, half bath and an addition filled with natural light and a gas parlor stove. There is direct access to the two spacious garage bays. The second floor has 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Outside, it will be immediately noticeable that the owners love their trees. Masterfully maintained throughout their tenure by the owner/retired Certified Arborist, you will love the trees like they do. Each one tagged for identification with amazing species diversity; it is a mini arboretum. Complementing the trees is a barn, greenhouse, hoop house, pergola and fire pit. Shrubs, perennials, ground cover and natural stone features are meticulously maintained. The spacious deck off of the rear of the house will lead you to a galvanized "redneck" hot tub! you'll need to see it to appreciate it, and it is heated. While there are neighbors, the distance from their homes offers privacy but proximity if you need to borrow something. Fox Road itself is profoundly convenient to the New York State Thruway, Oneida, Utica, the Finger Lakes, Adirondack Park, the St Lawrence Region and a multitude of recreational and cultural opportunities. Their decision to move is a tough one as Oneida has been home for a very long time. being closer to their children will take them out west. You'll want to meet them and learn so much more about this special place. Priced to reflect dings and dents. What a value!