This late 1700s/early 1800s renovated turnkey quintessential early American farmhouse provides centuries of history coupled with all the modern amenities of today. 21 acres of parklike grounds include mature landscaping, gorgeous crystal-clear swimming pond, stream, garden, walking trails, open fields and woods with 100-year-old walnut and maple trees throughout the property. Well-geared for entertaining, as well as time with the family and friends. Perfect live-work space (Gigabit Wi-Fi /broadband). Loads of original charm and details, including wide-plank pine and original 200+ year-old wide plank mixed pine and chestnut floors, original fieldstone and brick fireplaces with beehive oven and wood-burning stove. Standing-seam 100-year steel roof with hard finish, with copper flashing, gutters and chimney caps. The open sun-drenched kitchen has a Viking dual-fuel professional range with convection oven, Bosch dishwasher, front loading washer/dryer. Modern conveniences such as Ring security and Nest temperature control, as well as backup generator. Large wraparound deck with built-in pergola, Jacuzzi 10-person hot tub and custom-built 14-person dining table, and barbeque grill. Desirable quiet country road just outside Spencertown hamlet and minutes to Great Barrington, MA. Close to local private schools. Easy commute from NY/Boston/CT. Third of an acre spring-fed pond with dock, 6 feet deep, stays full year-round. Frogs, fish, heron, south-mouthed bass, two aerating bubblers with aeration system to keep the pond clear, water at this hilltop location is extremely clean. The perfect arts lovers location with art galleries in Hudson and exhibitions at Art Omi, music at Tanglewood, dance at Jacob's Pillow - all approximately 30min. Close to Great Barrington, Hillsdale, and Chatham Village, with major shopping in Albany and Pittsfield. Ski at Catamount, Jiminy Peak, Butternut or shoot up to Vermont for the day. Movies, theaters and bookstores in Hudson, Chatham, Great Barrington, Pittsfield and Sheffield. Major medical centers in Albany and Pittsfield. Quick access to and from the house via the Taconic Parkway and Albany International Airport. Additional Information: HeatingFuel:Oil Above Ground,
Single-familyProperty Type
1790Year Built
$681Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Joseph Briggs• Houlihan Lawrence Inc.
Bought with Non Non Member-MLS• Buyer Representation Office
This late 1700s/early 1800s renovated turnkey quintessential early American farmhouse provides centuries of history coupled with all the modern amenities of today. 21 acres of parklike grounds include mature landscaping, gorgeous crystal-clear swimming pond, stream, garden, walking trails, open fields and woods with 100-year-old walnut and maple trees throughout the property. Well-geared for entertaining, as well as time with the family and friends. Perfect live-work space (Gigabit Wi-Fi /broadband). Loads of original charm and details, including wide-plank pine and original 200+ year-old wide plank mixed pine and chestnut floors, original fieldstone and brick fireplaces with beehive oven and wood-burning stove. Standing-seam 100-year steel roof with hard finish, with copper flashing, gutters and chimney caps. The open sun-drenched kitchen has a Viking dual-fuel professional range with convection oven, Bosch dishwasher, front loading washer/dryer. Modern conveniences such as Ring security and Nest temperature control, as well as backup generator. Large wraparound deck with built-in pergola, Jacuzzi 10-person hot tub and custom-built 14-person dining table, and barbeque grill. Desirable quiet country road just outside Spencertown hamlet and minutes to Great Barrington, MA. Close to local private schools. Easy commute from NY/Boston/CT. Third of an acre spring-fed pond with dock, 6 feet deep, stays full year-round. Frogs, fish, heron, south-mouthed bass, two aerating bubblers with aeration system to keep the pond clear, water at this hilltop location is extremely clean. The perfect arts lovers location with art galleries in Hudson and exhibitions at Art Omi, music at Tanglewood, dance at Jacob's Pillow - all approximately 30min. Close to Great Barrington, Hillsdale, and Chatham Village, with major shopping in Albany and Pittsfield. Ski at Catamount, Jiminy Peak, Butternut or shoot up to Vermont for the day. Movies, theaters and bookstores in Hudson, Chatham, Great Barrington, Pittsfield and Sheffield. Major maedical centers in Albany and Pittsfield. Quick access to and from the house via the Taconic Parkway and Albany International Airport.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,749
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2025
$8,749 (−1.4%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2024
$8,877 (+2.9%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2023
$8,628 (+0.7%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2022
$8,570 (+0.9%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2021
$8,490 (−4.8%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2020
$8,920 (−1.8%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2019
$9,087 (−4.9%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2018
$9,560 (+4.3%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2017
$9,167 (−2.0%)
$64,000 + $421,000
$485,000
2016
$9,351 (−3.2%)
$64,000 + $421,000
$485,000
2015
$9,661 (+5.1%)
$64,000 + $421,000
$485,000
2014
$9,196
$64,000 + $421,000
$485,000
Tax history for 241 Labranche Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,749
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2025
$8,749 (−1.4%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2024
$8,877 (+2.9%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2023
$8,628 (+0.7%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2022
$8,570 (+0.9%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2021
$8,490 (−4.8%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2020
$8,920 (−1.8%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2019
$9,087 (−4.9%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2018
$9,560 (+4.3%)
$60,500 + $435,500
$496,000
2017
$9,167 (−2.0%)
$64,000 + $421,000
$485,000
2016
$9,351 (−3.2%)
$64,000 + $421,000
$485,000
2015
$9,661 (+5.1%)
$64,000 + $421,000
$485,000
2014
$9,196
$64,000 + $421,000
$485,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.89 Acres
Year renovated
2008
Sq. Ft.
2,353
Year built
1840
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Columbia County
APN
102200A09600000010180010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: None
Interior
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces Total: 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Heating: Oil, Radiant, Wood
Interior Features
Levels: Two
Room Information
Basement YN: Yes
Attic: None
Rooms Total: 12
Basement: Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
Foundation Details: Slab
Waterfront YN: No
Lot Information
Additional Parcels YN: No
Property Information
Stories: 2
Living Area Source: Public Records
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Source: Municipality
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Trash Collection Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Taconic Hills Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School: Taconic Hills Junior/Senior High
High School: Taconic Hills Junior/Senior High
High School District: Taconic Hills
Location Information
Hamlet: Hillsdale
Directions: Directions from Spencertown - take 203 East to a right on Dugway Road; bear right onto LaBranche. House on right.
County Or Parish: Columbia County
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,353
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 4.89 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1840
Year Renovated: 2008
County: Columbia County
APN: 102200A09600000010180010000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Taconic Hills Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 9.0mi
7/10
Taconic Hills High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 9.0mi
3/10
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Climate risks
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
9% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.52M – $1.84M
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