Hudson Valley Road Trip 03: Phoenicia > Woodstock

Two weeks ago, we took you up and around Overlook Mountain on a tour of Woodstock and Phoenicia that included stops at a number of iconic Hudson Valley landmarks, including the Karma Triyana Dharmachakra (KTD) Tibetan Monastery, the art galleries of Phoenicia, and the Emerson Resort and Spa. Today, join us for Road Trip 03: a stunning drive that incorporates a seasonal road (open May through October only) connecting Tannersville to the Woodstock/West Saugerties area, offering breathtaking vistas unchanged since the native people hunted and fished the Catskills.

As always, you'll be guided by our maps and our love for exploring the ins and outs of our National Geographic Traveler Top 20 Destination.

#MakeTheRightMove: #LiveLikeALocal on this…

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Just Listed: Private, Luxuriously Appointed Three-Bedroom Colonial

Modern Country Living on 16 Acres in Kerhonskon

84 Palentown Road, Kerhonkson, NY | MLS# 20183456 | $598,000

You may have heard some amazing things about Kerhonkson, and there’s good reason — even beyond the famed Hudson Woods luxury development that abuts our latest featured listing.

Offering seclusion and sustainability within driving distance from New York City, this newly listed 2,700-square-foot, three-bedroom colonial rests on 16 wooded acres, tucked in the Shawangunk Mountains minutes from Minnewaska State Park, Vernooy Kill State Forest and numerous local farms and orchards. But you may never want to leave.

This expansive, modern country property was constructed with the finest materials, latest…

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Local Expertise and Personal Touch: Why Buyers, Sellers and Agents Choose Independent Agencies

The trend toward consolidation continues in the Real Estate industry, and some owners of smaller brokerages are looking to be acquired. However, there are numerous reasons people choose to work with and for a local, independent agency, as detailed by agents, as well as home and commercial property buyers and sellers, in the Hudson Valley.

The Great Consolidation (How We Got Here)


Local Expertise and Personal Touch: Why Real Estate Buyers, Sellers and Agents Choose Independent Agencies

Phase I of Real Estate’s Great Consolidation was the industry entrance of non-traditional, national powerhouses such as Sotheby’s and Berkshire Hathaway — and experts believe we have yet to reach the apex, with big corporations like Amazon and Zillow drilling ever…

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On The Road with Halter Associates: Woodstock > Phoenicia

Two weeks ago, we took you down Route 212 on a tour of Saugerties, Woodstock and Phoenicia that included stops at a number of iconic Hudson Valley landmarks, including the Saugerties Lighthouse, Woodstock School of Art, Bearsville Theater and the Village of Phoenicia. Today, join us for Road Trip 02 to visit other popular sites in Woodstock and Phoenicia, following a detour designed for sightseers. 

As always, you'll be guided by our maps and our love for exploring the ins and outs of our National Geographic Traveler Top 20 Destination.

#MakeTheRightMove: #LiveLikeALocal on this curated expedition, featuring more of the top stops for experiencing the area's storied history, scenic beauty, diverse culture and internationally renowned arts,…

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Just Listed: Hughenden Woods, Woodstock, NY

Hughenden Woods, Woodstock, NY

Hughenden Woods, 23 Chimney Road, Woodstock, NY | MLS# 20183372 | $3,999,900

 

There is only one Woodstock, NY, and there's only one Hughenden Woods

Whatever your needs, this gracious Hudson Valley estate is likely to exceed them. Create the ultimate family compound, an exclusive corporate retreat center, or a luxury artist commune.

The nearly 24-acre property is comprised of five private, wooded parcels with mountain and valley views. Its three separate homes and premier sports complex include 10 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, indoor and outdoor Olympic-size saltwater swimming pools, and a club-style bar and lounge.

At Hughenden Woods, master woodworking,…

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On The Road with Halter Associates: Saugerties > Woodstock > Phoenicia

Every other week, beginning today, we’ll be taking you on a digital journey across the Hudson Valley through our On The Road series, guided only by our maps and our love for exploring the ins and outs of this National Geographic Traveler Top 20 Destination.

#MakeTheRightMove: #LiveLikeALocal on our curated expeditions, featuring the top stops for experiencing the area's storied history, scenic beauty, diverse culture and internationally renowned arts, music and cuisine.

Follow the Path

 

On The Road #1: From Saugerties to Woodstock to Phoenicia, via Route 212

 

1. Saugerties Lighthouse: Founded in 1812, historic Saugerties started out as a shipping port on the shores of the Hudson River for sloops carrying crops, bluestone,…

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UPDATES:

Price reduced to $1,499,000.00 (09.21.18)

Featured in the New York Post (09.19.18)

As Seen in Upstater: The Hawthorn, Woodstock, NY

The Hawthorn, 34 Elwyn Lane, Woodstock, NY | MLS #20182832 | $1,777,000 USD

A spectacular 10,275-square-foot converted post-and-beam barn, The Hawthorn is located in the center of America’s oldest operating Arts & Crafts Colony, Woodstock, NY, set back on a quiet, quaint country road mere steps from Main Street. Constructed in 1865 and fully renovated in the last year with the finest-quality materials, this turnkey, move in-ready property features an opulent four-bedroom penthouse, as well as a two-floor mixed-used space offering significant revenue opportunity.

A fine example of Woodstock Craftsman design, with local woodwork and bluestone,…

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Lisa Halter, Founder, Owner and Principal Broker, Halter Associates Realty, Kingston and Woodstock, NYFor this edition of The Real Deal, we've flipped the script for an interview with Halter Associates Realty Founder, Owner and Principal Broker Lisa Halter, who established the Woodstock- and Kingston-based independent real estate agency in 2014 with a focus on simplifying and streamlining the realty business in Ulster County and the Hudson Valley.

1. Who is Lisa Halter?

I’m a dedicated professional with a passion for real estate, digital marketing, design, and the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains.

In 2014, after years with a real estate franchise, I consolidated all my interests with the establishment of my real estate agency, Halter Associates Realty, where I am owner and principal broker.

 

2. Where is Halter Associates Realty…

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