Surrounded by natural beauty in every season, this custom-built contemporary waterfront home features quality workmanship throughout. Spectacular views and secluded location down a winding drive combine to make this home a private retreat, though only a short drive to the college towns of Potsdam and Canton, and an hour from Lake Placid and the Adirondacks. Light and airy, with spacious, open floor plan; large windows, cherry hardwood floors, cathedral ceiling, custom-designed maple/walnut/quartz kitchen and built-in storage cabinetry, walk-in pantry, and a two-sided Finnish fireplace are all features of the main living space, perfect for entertaining in all seasons. The master bedroom has a roomy ensuite bath, with soaking tub and double sinks. Three closets, including a full wall of custom California Closet cabinets provide clothing storage. Two additional bedrooms overlook the natural setting. A full bath plus a stylish half-bath are located on the main floor as well. A three-season porch completes this level. Downstairs features include a huge family room with adjacent patio, full bath, playroom, and mechanical room. A newly-constructed second two-car garage has finished studio space above. The waterfront is open, has a dock, and is a great spot for entertaining. This is a quiet section of Higley, complete with eagle nest, and perfect canoeing, kayaking, and fishing water. A complete list of recent updates to the property is available, and includes an automatic generator, paved drive, appliances, and much, much more. This beautiful property is shown by appointment only; please call your Realtor to arrange.
Vacant landProperty Type
2004Year Built
2 acresLot Size
$439,995Price/Acres
4 car garageParking
Listing by Nikki Coates• Nikki Coates & Associates LLC
Surrounded by natural beauty in every season, this custom-built contemporary waterfront home features quality workmanship throughout. Spectacular views and secluded location down a winding drive combine to make this home a private retreat, though only a short drive to the college towns of Potsdam and Canton, and an hour from Lake Placid and the Adirondacks. Light and airy, with spacious, open floor plan; large windows, cherry hardwood floors, cathedral ceiling, custom-designed maple/walnut/quartz kitchen and built-in storage cabinetry, walk-in pantry, and a two-sided Finnish fireplace are all features of the main living space, perfect for entertaining in all seasons. The master bedroom has a roomy ensuite bath, with soaking tub and double sinks. Three closets, including a full wall of custom California Closet cabinets provide clothing storage. Two additional bedrooms overlook the natural setting. A full bath plus a stylish half-bath are located on the main floor as well. A three-season porch completes this level. Downstairs features include a huge family room with adjacent patio, full bath, playroom, and mechanical room. A newly-constructed second two-car garage has finished studio space above. The waterfront is open, has a dock, and is a great spot for entertaining. This is a quiet section of Higley, complete with eagle nest, and perfect canoeing, kayaking, and fishing water. A complete list of recent updates to the property is available, and includes an automatic generator, paved drive, appliances, painting and much, much more. This beautiful property is shown by appointment only; please call your Realtor to arrange.
Public Records
Dec 23, 2002
Sold
$59,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$18,716
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2025
$18,716 (+7.3%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2024
$17,444 (+1.3%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2023
$17,220 (+1.1%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2022
$17,028 (−0.1%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2021
$17,047
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2020
$17,040 (+4.0%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2019
$16,379 (+6.3%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2018
$15,403 (+0.5%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2017
$15,321 (−35.3%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2016
$23,673 (+59.2%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2015
$14,874 (+91.3%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2014
$7,774
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
Tax history for 165 Backwoods Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$18,716
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2025
$18,716 (+7.3%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2024
$17,444 (+1.3%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2023
$17,220 (+1.1%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2022
$17,028 (−0.1%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2021
$17,047
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2020
$17,040 (+4.0%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2019
$16,379 (+6.3%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2018
$15,403 (+0.5%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2017
$15,321 (−35.3%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2016
$23,673 (+59.2%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2015
$14,874 (+91.3%)
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
2014
$7,774
$157,300 + $413,100
$570,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
236 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,514
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Lawrence County
APN
402800A12000100070160000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Hot Water, Propane, Radiant, Active Solar
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Pantry, Entrance Foyer
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Appliances: Water Softener, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop
Construction Materials: Redwood Siding, Frame, Wood Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Has View
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Waterfront
Frontage Length: 236
Water Body Name: HIGLEY FLOW
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 2
Lot Size Acres: 2
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,878
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Utilities: Natural Gas Available
Sewer: Septic Tank, Holding Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Colton-Pierrepont Central School District
Location Information
Directions: Turn off Rt. 56 in Colton at the Kunoco store, onto Gulf Rd. Follow Gulf until you make a left onto Cottage, and where Cottage takes a sharp left, continue straight onto Arbuckle Pond Rd. Backwoods Rd. will be on the right. Please do not drive into the driveway without an appointment with your Realtor.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,514
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Lawrence County
APN: 402800A12000100070160000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
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Schools
Colton Pierrepont Central School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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