Yes, You Can Buy Land in the Winter!

Why Winter is the Perfect Time to View and Buy Land

When most people think about buying land, they picture themselves exploring a summer landscape. However, winter presents unique opportunities and potential for land buyers. While the colder months may seem less ideal for venturing out, they can actually provide a strategic advantage (and a bracing hike!) for anyone looking to build their dream home in the Catskills or Hudson Valley. Here’s why:

Fewer Buyers, Less Competition

Winter is typically a slower season for real estate. Many buyers put their searches on hold during the holidays and colder months, leaving you with less competition. This reduced demand often translates to better negotiating power and, in some cases, lower prices.

A Clearer View of the Land

Without lush foliage, snow-covered or dormant landscapes reveal the true topography and features of the property. You'll gain a better understanding of drainage patterns, road accessibility, views of neighbors or power lines, and other critical factors that might be hidden during other seasons.

Motivated Sellers

Landowners looking to sell in winter may be more motivated. They may want to finalize the sale before the summer starts, or avoid carrying costs through the next season. This motivation could work in your favor during price negotiations.

Planning Ahead for Spring

Buying land in winter gives you a head start on planning. Whether you’re building, farming, or investing, you can use the downtime to secure permits, develop designs, or map out your plans so you’re ready to break ground as soon as the weather warms up.

Winter might not seem like the traditional time to buy land, but it offers unique benefits that can give you an edge. With less competition, a clearer view of the land’s potential, and motivated sellers, you may find your perfect property at the right price. Don’t let the cold weather hold you back—embrace the season and explore the opportunities it brings! We have many beautiful parcels available right now, so let us help you plan your winter trek to explore these beautiful sites!

TBD Todd Mountain Rd | 7.5 Acres | ONLY $70,0000

Come discover your perfect opportunity to build a dream home in the mountains less than 10 minutes from Bellayeare Ski Resort. This 7.5 acre parcel, divided into 3 lots, boasts 2.5 acres of cleared, level prime buildable land. With year round mountain views, and close proximity to some of the best skiing, hiking, and outdoor adventures the area has to offer, this parcel is a must see. Whether you are looking to build your primary home or a mountain vacation retreat, the location of Todd Mountain Road has all the convenience and privacy you are looking for. Schedule a tour of this property today!

6 Arrowhead Ridge Rd | 7.2 Acres | $219,000

This is the last of 11 parcels for sale in this coveted enclave!! Enjoy the sunrise and great light all day on this newly improved 7.2 acres facing East off the highest ridge in the Hudson River Valley between the Catskill and the Berkshire Mountains. Immerse yourself in the total privacy of wild forest, natural flora and fauna and inspirational rock features that yield a magical, park-like setting in this. Perch your dream house on the ridge line, buffered by protected wetlands below, complete with a walking trail down to the lower terrain. Engineered and shovel ready with basic infrastructure already in place obviating concerns and expenses: roughed-in driveway, cleared building site, buried electric and cable. Only updated DOH septic approval by buyer is needed. Central to the transportation hub of the NY State Thruway, Taconic Pkwy, Rhinecliff Amtrak station and Kingston-Ulster Airport. Coveted location in proximity to Kingston, Rhinebeck, Saugerties and Woodstock--with all the world-class natural beauty, outdoor recreation, arts, culture and cuisine the Hudson Valley-Catskill Mountain region has to offer.

TWO AMAZING PARCELS. Buy together or separately.

830 Church Rd | Woodstock | $800,000

6.3 Acres

MLS 20243087

See the full listing here.

00 Lauren Court |Woodstock | $1,100,000

30.8 Acres

MLS 20243086

See the full listing here.

Discover the beauty and serene privacy of these TWO outstanding parcels totaling 37+ acres nestled in the Town of Woodstock. Buy one or both! Moments from the center of Woodstock, and just a scenic 15-minute drive to both Kingston and Saugerties, these properties alone or combined offer a perfect blend of proximity and tranquility. A short three-mile drive leads to the picturesque Ashokan Reservoir and Rail Trail. The Zena Recreation Swim and Tennis Club, is only one mile away. Potential seasonal mountain views add to the allure. This setting offers a unique option for a very private estate or enclave located in Woodstock. Combining these two parcels offer many additional options. For investors, the Lauren Court lot is zoned R5 (five-acre minimum) with the potential for a multi-lot subdivision, presenting an exceptional opportunity for development. Adjacent to 830 Church Road, a six-acre parcel also owned by the sellers these properties can be purchased together as a contiguous 37-acre estate. The Church Road parcel boasts prior BOHA building approval and is zoned R3 (three-acre minimum), offering additional flexibility and value. The Church Road property has an existing well and has had septic and electric. Imagine the possibilities of owning a combined property with access from both Lauren Court and Church Road—a rare find in Woodstock. Whether you're seeking a secluded retreat or a strategic investment, opportunities like this are exceedingly rare in this coveted locale.