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The holidays are all about sharing magical moments with friends and family – and it all begins with your home. Here are a few simple tips on setting up a festive showcase. Follow our Home for the HolidaysPinterest Board for more inspiration. 

A wreath is one of the most welcoming holiday accents - both inside or out. 

No question about it - you gotta have a tree! 

Lights set the stage for the Holidays. From a lone string of lights to a house all aglow - have fun with it. 

Food is one of the key elements of the Holiday. Create a festive table setting. 

Surround Your home with Holiday magic - lights and mistletoe work wonders!

Savor the moment. Go outside. Build a snowman. Catch snowflakes on your tongue. Laugh and…

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Tis’ the season for finding that special gift for your loved one, family, and friends. Get into the holiday spirit by shopping in the Hudson Valley. You’ll find many unique gifts and enjoy exploring the small towns that make up this great area. Here are a few fun finds for inspiration. Just click on the product name to go to each link. 

By the way, for a truly special experience, consider shopping for a new home. Give us a call, we have wonderful options for weekend getaways, full-time homes and places to hang your shingle for an upstate business. Happy Shopping!

Tenderland Home in Phoenicia NY (Bear Pillow)  / Nectar in High Falls NY (Cafe Sign)

Loominus in Woodstock NY (Scarves)

Exit19 in Kingston NY (Great Antique and…

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If you are looking for a great house to host parties and entertain all year round, have we got a fabulous find for you! 140 Canon Circle in Woodstock NY is an amazing mid-century artist’s home, located on the flanks of Ohayo Mountain. And, it's priced to sell! 

 There are two decks with stunning views looking over the top of the Woodstock village center to the peak of Overlook Mountain. 

 

Built by a husband and wife team of comic book illustrator/writers over a period of thirty years, this rambling getaway incorporates hand carved wood beams, antique barn siding, greenhouses, Spanish, Japanese and mid-century modern influences into over 3,000 square feet. 

 

If you love gardening, there is an indoor garden and…

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There’s nothing like a cozy cabin to hole up in for the winter. Chop a few logs to throw on the fire, serve up a couple of hot toddies and leisurely enjoy perusing the Sunday Times. Yes, this could be your life. Here are a few cabins currently on the market.

273 Grogkill Road Willow, NY / $333.9K - See full listing here

8 Echo Lane, Woodstock NY / $489K - See full listing here

81 Pantherkill Road, Phoenicia NY / $215K - See full listing here

535 Mink Hollow Road, Woodstock NY / $325K - See full listing here

450 Woodland Drive, Olivebridge NY / $349K - See full listing here

Give us a call if you'd like to see one or more of these homes - we'll even have the fireplace roaring for you. 

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38 Fawn Hill Road, better known as The Silo House, is for sale! Check out this enchanting Woodstock property and imagine the possibilities.  This is a great opportunity for an experienced builder or homeowner with the resources to finish the project. Located off of a quiet country road with mountain views, this round house was crafted out of a farm silo. You are welcomed by a set of stone steps and an elevated walkway through the trees. 

There are three full floors of living space, all reflecting the rounded form of the exterior. The main, vaulted living area is bright and airy, with a fireplace and sliders that open onto a deck with mountain views. The kitchen area is plumbed, vented and wired for a kitchen, with an adjoining dining…

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Gorgeous gray rooms are all the rage this year. Peruse any interior design magazine and you’ll see bedrooms, hallways, kitchens and baths in all different shades of gray – and trust me, there are many ranging from a dark slate to an almost silver shade. No longer considered a drab color - gray brings a modern elegance and will enliven any space. And, it's the perfect palette to pair with different textures and bold or muted colors. We even designed our office using an array of grays. 

Here are a few rooms to inspire your home design. Click here to follow us on Pinterest for more interior design tips.

 

Lisa Halter
Principal Broker/Owner
Halter Associates Realty
lisa@halterassociatesrealty.com

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Marbletown, situated less than 100 miles north of New York City, is a rural town with large swathes of farm fields, unspoiled mountain views, meandering streams and an array of charming neighborhoods and villages. It includes historic Stone Ridge, home to many iconic colonial stone homes, quaint inns, antique shops and restaurants. High Falls is home to the area's farmer's market, flea market, great restaurants and home furnishings destination stores like Lounge. The area’s real estate runs the gamut from traditional colonials and those historic stone homes to mid-century ranches and cottages, all with easy access to year-round outdoor fun. Here's an example of what's on the market: 

115 Buck Road, Stone Ridge NY - - See Full Listing HERE

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Whether you enjoy dining al fresco, gastro pub fare, gourmet meals or simple home cookin', the Hudson Valley has an array of restaurants and food choices to entice gourmands from all corners of the world. Here are a few of our favorites: 

Miss Lucy’s Kitchen / Saugerties NY

At Miss Lucy's you will find great food with great ingredients. With a commitment to serving fresh, house made food using the finest produce from our local farmers, this is your place for farm-to-table dining. 

Kovo Rotisserie / Kingston NY


Kovo is a Greek-inspired casual restaurant with a focus on rotisserie meats and fresh, seasonal salads in Uptown Kingston, NY. Owned by the same folks behind the also delicious, Boitsons. 

Duo Bistro / Kingston NY

Inspired…

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Calling all designers that LIVE for farmhouse chic - we have five fabulous homes on the market that will dazzle and delight your imagination. Like you, we adore the possibilities of designing the interior and exterior of a farmhouse; especially when a home is drenched in history and architectural detail, and you give it a contemporary spin. Think weathered wood meets architectural metal, neutral palettes meet bold accents, and rustic details meet soft cozy fabrics and furniture.  Follow us on Pinterest for more  Farmhouse Chic inspiration and take a look below at the farmhouses we have on the market today. 

73 Cross Patch Road, Woodstock NY / $449K  - Click HERE for full listing

Beautiful, serene, mountaintop farmhouse with semi-finished…

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This month we get the real deal with Brad Will, co-founder of Ashokan Architecture and Planning (AAP), based in Kingston, NY, in the heart of the Hudson River Valley. Brad has been involved with award-winning residential projects, two major senior living centers, public design competitions, a new office high-rise, and pro bono assistance for non-profit organizations. He graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Architecture in 1984, and became a LEED Accredited Professional in 2004 with the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). AAP brings state-of-the-art design and building technology to the practical challenges of getting good buildings completed on time, and on budget. The firm built its reputation on bringing subtle and…

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