Quintessential Catskills Retreat with Panoramic Rondout Reservoir Views and Pond on 17 Private Acres Hidden from the road at the end of a private drive amid refined country properties, this one-owner home offers a rare opportunity to own 17 private acres featuring fields, forests, small streams, a pond and wild blueberry bushes in one of the Catskills' most scenic settings. Overlooking the Rondout Reservoir, the property enjoys breathtaking, unobstructed views from nearly every room on the first floor, as well as from the spacious primary bedroom upstairs. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing at the end of the day, the ever-changing mountain and reservoir views provide an unforgettable backdrop in every season. Bordering protected New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP) land along the full length of its rear property line, this exceptional property offers unmatched privacy with permanently preserved open space beyond your backyard. The peaceful setting is home to abundant wildlife, including bald eagles soaring over the reservoir, creating a truly remarkable connection to nature. Lovingly maintained by its original owners, this comfortable three-bedroom layout with one-bath reflects years of pride in ownership. A detached garage provides ample space for vehicles and all of your outdoor gear, including kayaks, canoes, fishing equipment, snowshoes, skis, and snowmobiles, making it easy to enjoy the area's endless four-season recreation. A separate hobby building near the road offers endless possibilities as a workshop, artist's studio, home office, or creative retreat. Minutes from the Rondout Reservoir, Red Hill Fire Tower, Peekamoose Blue Hole, and thousands of acres of protected Catskill Forest Preserve, this property is a paradise for outdoor and nature enthusiasts. Enjoy hiking, fishing, kayaking, hunting, wildlife watching, snowshoeing, and breathtaking fall foliage at your doorstep. Whether your passion is outdoor adventure or creative inspiration, this extraordinary setting provides the perfect canvas for artists, photographers, writers, and nature lovers alike. If you've been dreaming of the quintessential Upstate New York retreat, this is the one.
Quintessential Catskills Retreat with Panoramic Rondout Reservoir Views and Pond on 17 Private Acres Hidden from the road at the end of a private drive amid refined country properties, this one-owner home offers a rare opportunity to own 17 private acres featuring fields, forests, small streams, a pond and wild blueberry bushes in one of the Catskills' most scenic settings. Overlooking the Rondout Reservoir, the property enjoys breathtaking, unobstructed views from nearly every room on the first floor, as well as from the spacious primary bedroom upstairs. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing at the end of the day, the ever-changing mountain and reservoir views provide an unforgettable backdrop in every season. Bordering protected New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP) land along the full length of its rear property line, this exceptional property offers unmatched privacy with permanently preserved open space beyond your backyard. The peaceful setting is home to abundant wildlife, including bald eagles soaring over the reservoir, creating a truly remarkable connection to nature. Lovingly maintained by its original owners, this comfortable three-bedroom layout with one-bath reflects years of pride in ownership. A detached garage provides ample space for vehicles and all of your outdoor gear, including kayaks, canoes, fishing equipment, snowshoes, skis, and snowmobiles, making it easy to enjoy the area's endless four-season recreation. A separate hobby building near the road offers endless possibilities as a workshop, artist's studio, home office, or creative retreat. Minutes from the Rondout Reservoir, Red Hill Fire Tower, Peekamoose Blue Hole, and thousands of acres of protected Catskill Forest Preserve, this property is a paradise for outdoor and nature enthusiasts. Enjoy hiking, fishing, kayaking, hunting, wildlife watching, snowshoeing, and breathtaking fall foliage at your doorstep. Whether your passion is outdoor adventure or creative inspiration, this extraordinary setting provides the perfect canvas for artists, photographers, writers, and nature lovers alike. If you've been dreaming of the quintessential Upstate New York retreat, this is the one.
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1030044
Sep 16, 2026
Relisted
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Jul 22, 2026
Listed
$525,000
$321/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,420 (+4.9%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2024
$6,118 (+0.5%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2023
$6,085 (+3.0%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2022
$5,909 (−1.6%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2021
$6,006 (+41.0%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2020
$4,259 (+4.9%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2019
$4,061 (+3.8%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2018
$3,914 (−0.5%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2017
$3,934 (+1.3%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2016
$3,883 (−17.1%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2015
$4,685 (+410.9%)
$59,900 + $122,800
$182,700
2014
$917
$73,600 + $123,000
$196,600
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.7
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
17.6 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,638
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,638
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ulster County
APN
515689A06600300010021000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 21, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
4% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Grahamsville, NY • 12740
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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47
32
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
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