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Stately. Magnificent. Ornate. Breathtaking. These are some of the words that come to mind when seeing a beautifully maintained or restored Victorian home. There are different styles:  Gothic, folk style, coastal shingle, gingerbread, French or Italian inspired - and of course a mix of styles with turrets, carved woodwork, wrap around porches, lots of windows, and intricate, ornate details. Here are a few Victorian homes currently on the market. 

3285 Route 28, Shokan / $275K - Check out full listing HERE

 

109 Albany Avenue, Kingston $339.9K - Check out full listing HERE

 

174 Main Street, Kingston / $364.9K - Check out full listing HERE

2307 Lucas Turnpike, High Falls / $229K - Check out full listing HERE

 

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Once the capital of New York State, Kingston is a vibrant city brimming with natural beauty and exciting new developments – it’s no wonder many New Yorkers are heading upstate. Bustling with small tech firms, eclectic stores, cafes and a lively arts scene, Kingston is lovingly dubbed “Little Brooklyn.”

This welcoming, walkable city – situated between the Catskill and Shawangunk mountain ranges and the Hudson River â€“  has something for everyone, from history buffs to outdoorsy types. You’ll find walking tours, live music, kayaking, hiking, shopping, festivals and more here.    

The distinctive neighborhoods of Kingston offer residents and visitors a vast selection of abodes –  from Victorian to contemporary homes. History…

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Stone Ridge is a charming historic hamlet filled with farm stands, inns, cafes, antique shops and of course, stunning stone houses. Our very own agents Maxine and Barbara live in Stone Ridge and share their top 10 reasons to live there.

  1. Tucked away, small, sophisticated town – a favorite weekender’s destination, a true gem! 
  2. Miles of hiking, kayaking and fishing on 3 rivers
  3. Surrounded by protected farmland, mountains, streams and thousands of forever wild acres.
  4. Farm fresh Brunch at the Roost http://www.theroostinstoneridge.com/
  5. Local events like the annual Stone Ridge Library Fair filled with books, plants, hand-crafted items, live music & mouth-watering food
  6. Shopping at The Lost & Found – for fab mid-century finds! 3955…

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This Saugerties NY property truly sparkles with a long private road surrounded by nearly 10 idyllic acres leading to a spacious cobblestone-fronted contemporary. It's a diamond in the rough, but so much potential!

And get this - not only will you have privacy, mountain views, and woods; you also have your very own deep pond stocked with Pickerel, Perch & small mouth Bass. Yes, you can fish from your backyard!

Inside find a spacious living room with beamed and vaulted ceiling, with a lovely floor to ceiling stone fireplace. A soaring wall of windows offers full views of the mountains & pond.

An open plan kitchen/dining/family room with a beamed, vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace and well-placed windows allowing for lots of…

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July 4th is just around the corner - what a great weekend to visit and experience the Hudson Valley. Between the flea markets and farmer’s markets, swimming holes and hiking trails, and of course, the BBQs and fireworks - you’ll get a good sense of what's like to live here. With that said, grilling and fourth of July go hand in hand; so gather round, turn up the tunes and let's start cooking. Here are a few inspiring recipes to kickstart your backyard bash. And don't forget to keep an eye out for the beauty of fireflies in July. 

For lighter fare - how about this Asian BBQ Salmon dish paired with a deliciously light Shaved Fennel Cucumber Salad. And for the more patriotic - if your family loves American fare on July 4th, how about upping your…

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Walkway Over the Hudson

Sit under the stars in the Hudson Valley and experience the explosive joy of Independence Day!  Here is a list of a few locations that will light up the night:

Saugerties / Cantine Memorial Field, Saugerties  / Saturday, July 4 - Fireworks at dusk (FREE) 

Kingston
 / T.R. Gallo Park on the Rondout, Downtown Kingston
 (FREE)  / Saturday, July 4. Festivities starts at 6 PM and fireworks at 9:30 PM

Windham / Windham Mountain (FREE) / Saturday, July 4, 6-9 PM

And they also offer a sky ride: Could you imagine sitting atop Windham Mountain, watching the stars and viewing 4th of July fireworks and the town of Windham from 3500 feet? $50 Per couple. All Sky Rides must be pre purchased by July 1st to reserve…

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You've planned the perfect weekend getaway in the Hudson Valley. Sweet.  After a day of hiking and a great meal (click each to see a list of pet friendly places), its now time to rest your weary head - and that of your favorite pooch. Where are the pet friendly B&B's and Hotels in the area? Check out our list of B&Bs and boutique hotels: 

Audrey's Farmhouse B&B / Walkill NY

A super sweet spot for your weekend getaway! Check out their website to experience their relaxing, yet stylin' country vibe. Both you and your pet(s) will adore this place. Audrey’s Farmhouse B&B website doesn’t say much about the place so we turned to a trusted source: EscapeBrooklyn.com website for more details. "Last fall, Audrey’s Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast…

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Interested in buying a second home to run as a short or long-term rental investment property? This could be very smart way to own a piece of real estate that is paid for by your renters; or as they are kindly referred to today - your guests. Before you purchase your investment property, it's a good idea to speak with your accountant about the costs of your home (down payment, mortgages and taxes) vs. the cost of maintenance and running your business. Your goal is to understand the tax implications and how best to run and optimize your investment as a profit-making business. You'll also want to make sure your town allows short term rentals.

You might decide to rent out the entire home, a room or a separate section of the house. Either way, you are…

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Time slows down in the country, and The Hudson Valley is the perfect retreat to relax before heading back to the metro grind. We absolutely adore the city, but the key to living there is to get away on the weekends to give your body time to rest and recharge. Here are five fabulous homes on the market - perfect weekend getaways you'll never want to leave. Imagine pulling up into this welcoming driveway each weekend! And as history shows - choose wisely, it may become your full time residence in the years to come. Here are five homes currently on the market. We'd love to hear what you think? 

440 Fishkill Road, Saugerties NY / $729K - If Mountains Move You...

 

Step back in time to this rare, completely private farmhouse on over 41…

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This beloved home is sited on over 10 magical acres on Woodstock’s finest country road. This estate-like property has everything you can dream of in a perfect country retreat: acres of fields, pastoral mountain views, in-ground pool and pool house, antique barn, stone walls, perennial gardens with many ancient trees and mature plantings, and the only Jonathan apple tree left standing.

The massive maple tree and rocking chair front porch greet you as you enter the immaculately maintained and upgraded 1800s center hall Colonial. Abundant original details are paired with modern amenities and systems throughout. The spacious living and dining rooms each have cozy fireplaces, built-ins and original blown glass windows.

The…

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