Love is in the air and if you haven't already (and you really should), it’s time to start planning for that special day of love - Valentine’s Day. And how perfect is it that this year Valentine's Day falls on a weekend! Here are a few ideas to inspire your Hudson Valley romantic rendezvous with your loved one.  

TIVOLI NY

Hotel Tivoli, Tivoli NY

Hotel Tivoli and its accompanying farm-to-table restaurant The Corner is a century-old building situated in the historic town of Tivoli, New York. Owned by painters Brice and Helen Marden, the property is filled with an eclectic collection of furniture, lighting and art.

The Corner Restaurant in Hotel Tivoli

The Corner offers a Mediterranean-inspired menu, prepared using local…

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You want top dollar for your home, so take a few minutes to put together a checklist of things to do before you put your home on the market. You want to make the most of each and every showing, so be sure to use the checklist below:

1. Your Agent
Finding the right agent is an important step in selling your home. You want someone who will represent you - someone that understand your potential buyer, the area, recent sales and an agent that is also an ace negotiator. You want to work with someone you like - good chemistry is important, someone professional, trustworthy, and an agent with a proven record of success in your area. Our qualified professionals specialize in helping you prepare and price your home, market it, show it to prospective…

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Often referred to as the most famous small town in America - you may think of Woodstock New York as a town filled with healing crystals, yoga classes, tie-dye shirts and the infamous concert of the sixties.  But Woodstock has changed a bit since then. Best know for that 1969 music festival that boasts the town’s name but never actually happened at this location - Woodstock is also a mecca for the arts with places like the Byrdcliffe art colony, The Woodstock Guild, Maverick, Woodstock Artist Association and Museum, The Woodstock Photo Center, The Woodstock School of Art and numerous galleries. The town's history goes back to the early 1900's.

Today the town boasts charming stores and unique local happenings like every Sunday's Drumming…

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Watching the snow fall from your country home is a wonderful experience. Watching the snow fall with the backdrop of a Hudson Valley mountain view? Pretty magical. Here's a handful of homes currently on the market that deliver magic mountain views. Added bonus: some houses even have pools. You'll never want to leave your home - and who can blame you? Give us a call or email us to set up a day to explore your dream home in the Hudson Valley. We'd love to hear from you - Lisa Halter


A Gated Property, Spectacular Home and Mountain Views in Woodstock NY - Click HERE to see House

A modern European aesthetic - this home breathes in big views  - Phoenicia NY / Click HERE to view House

Mid century architectural jewel, 12 private acres with…

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 Let’s face it, white is the perfect backdrop color to create a stunning room - be it the kitchen, bedroom, living room, bathroom or your home office. It pairs well with pastels, patterns, natural textures, bold color accents and smoky hues.  It works with modern, classic and older things. And best of all - there's something ethereal when you step into a white room. 

If we always listened to our parents - white rooms would never exist: "They get dirty so fast" "You can't have a white couch" "White floors are a disaster to keep clean". It would be a shame never to experience a white room, to be too afraid of having one. So, for those fearless home owners who adore white rooms, we've put together a collection of some of our favorite white on…

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Welcome to our new series of Agent Interviews. We wanted to have a little fun with this, so we chose to go with the now famous Proust style interviews - thank you Vanity Fair magazine. We hope you enjoy learning more about our talented staff - our zany dreams and the special things that make us happy. And so, we begin this series with yours truly….

 * Lisa Halter, Principal, Halter Associates Realty *

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Riding my mountain bike on the trails at Minnewaska State Park in New Paltz. The views are amazing.

Which living person do you most admire?

Captain “Sully” Sullenberger for his courage and calm in the most extreme situation.

What is your greatest extravagance?

I like to buy handmade…

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We're excited to share a real gem, an exclusive Halter Associates Realty Platinum property in Woodstock NY. The privacy and beauty of this home and its overall setting is unparalleled. If you dream of living in the Hudson Valley, with mountain views, a pool and a spacious home - you'll have to see this place. 

Find your Zen at this gated Woodstock retreat with panoramic mountain views, heated in-ground saltwater pool, enchanting bluestone paths and lush gardens. The property, featuring over 1100 square feet of outdoor living space, is fully fenced and gated, situated at the end of a well maintained private road, and backs up to over a thousand acres of forever wild land.

The 2400 square foot, 4BR, 2.5 bath home was completely renovated…

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While I hum to the tune of Bing Crosby’s classic - Dreaming of a White Christmas - I wonder if we’ll actually have a white Christmas. With the record highs this month I can still see green lawns as I drive through the Hudson Valley. An odd occurrence for this part of the woods. Nevertheless, the holiday spirit is alive and well. To give you a flavor of what it would be like to live in the Hudson Valley during this magical time of the year, here’s a quick glance at some of the past and upcoming Holiday happenings this year. From all your friends at Halter Associates Realty - wishing you a Joyous Holiday and a happy, healthy New Year. 

Woodstock New York / Santa Holiday Parade 12/24/15


Celebrate the sights and sounds of Christmas at the…

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As we wrap up an amazing year everyone at Halter Associates Realty would love to celebrate the holidays together. Be sure to stop by our festive office this Friday, December 18th between 5 PM and 8PM for some local, homespun holiday cheer!  We'll have all kinds of yummy food and drinks, including wine and mulled apple cider!

And 'tis the season to lend a helping hand, so this year we are again supporting the Ulster County SPCA. Please consider bringing a donation or pet supplies to keep our furry friends feeling happy, cozy and loved. We hope to see you on Friday! 

We look forward to seeing you and sharing your presence! From your friends at Halter Associates Realty

Lisa Halter
Principal Broker/Owner
Halter Associates Realty

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When searching for a new home, the possibilities may seem endless. In order to narrow down the choices, it's important to consider the size of home one needs, the mortgage one is qualified for, and the type of neighborhood one wants to live in. Home buying in Woodstock, New York is an exciting experience, and finding the perfect home is possible when you do your research.

Qualify for a Mortgage Before Searching

Finding the perfect home won't mean anything if you can't pay for the home. It's helpful to understand how much one can spend on a house before searching, and pre-qualifying for a mortgage is the best way to find out. When searching, stay within the budget parameters in order to find a dream home. It is never fun to try and stretch a budget…

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