Rustic Elegance: Country Contempo in Woodstock, NY
 

Rustic Contemporary in Woodstock, NY (Kitchen)

3906 Route 212, Woodstock, NY (Click for Full Listing)
 

Escape to Woodstock in this secluded, tranquil modern home, down a long private drive, on four wooded acres near Cooper Lake. Mere minutes from art galleries, acclaimed restaurants, performance venues and boutiques in the Village, this 2144-square-foot rustic retreat has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, a bluestone wood-burning fireplace and lush, landscaped gardens. 
 

Features
 

Single Family Contemporary, built 1983

Walking distance to the iconic Cooper Lake

Short drive to the Village Green

2-car garage

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New Hudson Valley homeowners are always asking us about the ins and outs of living in the country with pets. Who is the best vet? Can I get ticks from my dog? Is it a good idea to let cats roam outside?

In hopes of answering your questions, we reached out to Dr. Eileen Jefferson, owner and operator of Ethical Veterinary, an animal advocacy-focused house-call practice serving Ulster County, NY, for an exclusive Halter Associates Realty The Real Deal interview.

An Upstate New York native, Dr. Jefferson graduated from Cornell University in 2003 and the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. Before returning to the New Paltz, NY, area, she worked for a year at the Leanne B. Roberts Animal Care Center of the San Francisco…

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Wallkill Valley Rail Trail

Home to the Culinary Institute of America and Tuthilltown Spirits, the Hudson Valley has become an international destination for foodies, with award-winning restaurants, wineries, farmers markets and more flourishing along the Hudson River and amidst the Catskill Mountains. The mostly wooded, rural region is also known for its natural beauty, from the Esopus Creek to Lake Minnewaska, and from Shawangunk Ridge to the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail.

Now â€” with Edible Brooklyn (EB) as your guide â€” you can walk (or ride) the Rail Trail while enjoying the area's finest food and drink along the way. Bridget Shirvell, EB's Digital Strategy Editor, writes:

Less than 90 minutes from Midtown Manhattan, the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail is an idyllic and…

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Cozy Charm, with All the Amenities

Modern Meets Country in Kingston Cottage

433 Tongore Road, Marbletown, NY (Click for Full Listing)

Experience modern rustic luxury in this secluded, fully refurbished 1940s cottage, set back off a quiet country drive on 2.5 immaculately manicured acres in Marbletown, NY. Mere minutes from the NY State Thruway and the towns of Stone Ridge, High Falls, Kingston and Woodstock, NY, this nearly 2,000-square-foot rural retreat with wraparound deck and craftsman cedar screened-in porch is ideal for entertaining. Inside, there are three bedrooms and two full bathrooms; wide-board wood flooring and Hunter Douglas window treatments throughout; a spacious eat-in kitchen, with custom cabinetry, granite countertops and a wine cooler; a formal dining room and…

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This isn't clickbait. When buying, renting, selling or investing in a home, a commercial property or land, you need a REALTOR®, and here's why...

Why You Need a REALTOR®

Sure, you love Zillow. We get it, it's easy to use and has listings in your price range. However, while Zillow is a great place to search for homes,  if you’re thinking of buying or selling you need to be backed by a seasoned professional.

According to Zillow’s own Consumer Housing Trends Report 2017, 89% of today’s sellers list with an agent, “who serves as a strategic partner to guide them through the selling process and help get their home in front of a large audience of potential buyers.” Only 11% of sellers sell their home without partnering with an agent.

Meanwhile, nearly three…

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In the heart of the Catskills, a half hour west from NYS Thruway Exit 19, lies Phoenicia, NY, a tiny but mighty hamlet ringed by rolling mountains along a bubbling creek.  Although small (pop. 405), Phoenicia is famous for its picturesque one-block Main Street full of antique shops, galleries, and restaurants (including a retro diner, steakhouse, seasonal gastropub, and more).

Phoenicia Diner, Phoenicia, NY

One of the most popular eateries is the vintage Phoenicia Diner. With terrazzo floors, stainless steel trim and traditional '60s decor, Phoenicia Diner serves classic comfort food with a modern twist. Enjoy individual cast iron skillets filled with grits and greens, smoked trout or pork belly, sweet potato and scallions! American grass-fed hamburgers are a specialty, as is…

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Thanks to a demanding clientele including international tourists and weekenders from New York City, Woodstock, NY, has become a gastronomic mecca. From gourmet Mexican to bistro fare, traditional bar french fries to elegant oysters on the half shell, you can always find a fine dining experience befitting the most seasoned gourmand.

A&P Bar, Woodstock, NY

At A&P Bar, the menu features comfort food and artisanal cocktails. Imagine starting out with an A&P Dawa with fresh-pressed apple vodka accompanied by a Scotch egg, followed by shepherd's pie or buttermilk fried chicken paired with a chianti from Siena or Wildekrans from South Africa. Finish your feast in fashion with a hot mulled wine and Nutella flammkuchen with seasonal fruit.

Not in the mood for a full…

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37 Morning Star Drive, New Paltz, NY - see full listing HERE 


If the perfect house has a gourmet kitchen with a Viking stove, an in-ground pool, beautifully landscaped grounds, a spacious living room, and a master suite with a jacuzzi and rainfall shower – then this is the house for you! 

Not to mention the private woodland drive AND it's only an hour and a half from New York City! Welcome to Hickory Ridge where you will find this spacious 3,000 square foot contemporary home, minutes to the village of New Paltz and within close proximity to the Historic Mohonk Mountain House.

Both the kitchen and living room allow access to the pool. And, not just any pool. This one is an in-ground, saline, heated pool with natural…

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Just listed! Hudson Woods is the epitome of country living with a modern aesthetic. The clean lines of the cedar clad exterior, copper flashing, and metal roof beautifully begin to showcase the superior craftsmanship and design you'll find inside and out.

13 Blue Spruce in Hudson Woods, Kerhonkson NY - See full listing HERE

This gathering of modern, eco friendly and architecturally significant homes is the talk of the town. Expansive walls of windows seamlessly blend the interior with the surrounding woods, while designer lighting lends individual character to each room – carefully curating each moment inside and out, for perfection. 

Enter to find a warm, brand new interior, with locally sourced rift and quartersawn White Oak…

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This cozy, charming cottage is located on a beautifully landscaped 1.3 acre parcel with bluestone walkways and an open deck for enjoying the greenery. 


302 Pine Tree Lane, Kingston, NY 12401 - See Full Listing Here.

Totally updated home in move-in condition - the property has a Kingston mailing address but is located in Marbletown. Renovations include many new windows, new stainless steel appliances, updated bathroom, and there is also a brand new 12x10 custom built shed. The living room has a pellet stove fireplace insert and there is also a Lopi gas stove in the rear.

Enjoy the lazy days of summer in your above-ground pool!  One-car garage, a new in-ground septic system installed in 2016. This house is priced to sell with…

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