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Black-eyed Susans, Day Lillies, Hydrangea and Dahlia's are just some of the plants you will see this time of year. If you've just purchased a home, it's never too late to start addressing your landscaping needs. With that said, we're happy to share our exclusive interview: The Real Deal with Victoria Coyne. Victoria has been designing, installing, and maintaining gardens in Ulster county for over 25 years. In 1986, she launched Victoria Gardens a nursery, garden center and gift shop located in Rosendale, NY that features a selection of trees, shrubs, and perennials that are chosen specifically for this area. Guided by addressing her customer’s most frequently voiced concerns: deer, dry soil, wet spots, and shady areas, you can rest assured…

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Just listed! You don’t want to miss out on this one of a kind property. This stunning compound has big reservoir views, a 3500 square foot main house and two updated guest cottages that are generating steady vacation rental income!

 157 Glenford Wittenberg Rd, Glenford NY / $899K - See Full Listing HERE

Set away from the road and protected by a massive rock outcropping, the property feels very private. The rambling main home has an open plan living, dining and kitchen area, and a ground floor master suite with a huge ensuite bath and walk-in shower.

The living area has a fireplace and opens out through sliders onto a deck that spans the length of the house and overlooks the incredible Ashokan Reservoir view. The…

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A long circular drive leads to this charming Woodstock storybook estate that is surrounded by bluestone patios and stone walls. Private and quiet, here you will find a winning combination of original details (such as the wide board floors that shine throughout the house) and modern amenities (think skylights, sauna, and Jacuzzi tub). Set on over four rolling acres, you will cherish every moment living in this idyllic country setting.

 23 Wiley Lane, Woodstock NY / $849K  - See Full Listing HERE

The large dining area overlooks the bluestone patio. The huge living room has a fireplace, beamed ceilings, and a wet bar. The kitchen has cherry cabinets with stone counters, stainless appliances, and a farm style sink.

 

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The Zena School House is a unique and historic element of Woodstock's history and now it can be yours! This charming residence, complete with bell tower, was built in 1914 and played a part in educating generations of Woodstock children. 

521 Zena Road, Woodstock NY / $289K - See FULL LISTING HERE

Whether you're looking for the perfect weekend getaway or full-time residence, you have to agree this house has that "adorable" factor. You’ll love the unique details throughout the house, not to mention the open floor plan, stone fireplace, and beamed ceilings.

The spacious kitchen has wood cabinets and a pressed tin backsplash, with a dining alcove.

The bathroom has stone floors and a claw foot tub and there are two bright…

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When you're shopping around for a mortgage, you’ll come across the acronym PMI. Mortgage insurance or private mortgage insurance–PMI for short, is put in place to protect the mortgage company if you should default on their loan.

Here’s the scoop:

A common rule if thumb for buying a home is to have 20% or more for a down payment. The more you can put down, the less your monthly mortgage payment. So what happens if you don’t have 20% or more set aside? You’ll most likely be forced to add PMI to your monthly payments until the total equity of the home reaches 20%. Private mortgage insurance is typically between 0.5% to 1% of the entire loan amount on an annual basis. In most cases, PMI can help you qualify for a loan that you might not…

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Good move. You've contacted us and are scheduled to see an array of homes in the area. But where to stay while you home shop?  Here are a few places to give you that special Hudson Valley experience.  

The Villa at Saugerties / Saugerties NY  

A truly luxurious escape, The Villa at Saugerties is a Mediterranean modern oasis located in the Hudson Valley's Catskill Mountains. Walking along the grounds you will come to love this meticulously renovated 4-bedroom retreat.  With amenities that include Egyptian cotton sheets, a 40-foot pool, a mini-vineyard, air-conditioning, wi-fi, satellite TV, multi-course breakfast and gourmet barn dinners – The Villa at Saugerties redefines what a bed and breakfast can be. 

INQUIRIES / 845.246.5440
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Beautiful farmhouse for sale in Woodstock, NY. Only minutes to Tinker Street, this remarkable Woodstock compound was one of the earliest buildings settled in this area. With two studio buildings on nearly 3 acres that are framed in with stone walls and woods, you will love being home! 

2013-2019 Glasco Turnpike, Woodstock NY / $629K - See Full Listing HERE

 

Enter the home through a screened in porch, perfect for dining in warm weather and convenient to both outdoor barbecue and kitchen. The eat-in kitchen faces the morning sun, and a pantry keeps everything in its place including a washer and dryer.

The living room has a custom, hand-carved fireplace, original wood beams, and ample built-in bookshelves lining the walls.  

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You've got lots to juggle between family, home, and work. Here's some good news! Saving to purchase a first home in New York could soon get way easier if Governor Andrew Cuomo signs a bill on his desk into law. Modeled after the state’s 529 college education savings program, the NY First Home initiative would enable New York individuals and couples to set up a NY-tax-free savings accounts and deposit up to $5,000 ($10,000 for couples) per year.

The amount you deposit would count as a state income tax deduction. The only requirement is that you apply the savings and any interest earned towards the purchase or construction of a first home in New York State. The bill was backed by the NY State Association of Realtors (of which we’re a proud…

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THE NOOK / Inspired by elements of the Teepee Structure, The Nook is a rustic Cabin alternative 

You can’t help but stop whatever you’re doing when you witness the work of Antony Gibbon. His love of design and passion for biomimicry converge to create the most astonishing designs. (Biomimicry is an approach to innovation that seeks sustainable solutions to human challenges by emulating nature's time-tested patterns and strategies.) Antony's extraordinary vision touches product design, interiors, structures, and architecture. I stumbled upon his work online and hope to one day see one of his structures in person. We're honored to have one one in the Hudson Valley!  For this post, we're focusing on Antony's treehouse structures. Before we…

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This is part two of our Land Grab series where we think outside the box to help you find the home of your dreams. Let's say you aren't falling in love with any of the homes that are on the market. We'd like to propose buying land in your favorite Hudson Valley town, like this one in Pine Bush, NY.

You can add a temporary home until you choose to build out your full size abode. But, with tiny houses being so popular you may very well enjoy living in a small home for your weekend getaway - especially if you consider the price. Here we have over 5 acres for $75,000 and a mid-century inspired contemporary ESCAPE RV that starts at $109K. You are almost there for less than $200K! And there is always the option to build out a full-size home down the…

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