Mountain Top Retreat! Escape to this charming log home, nestled at the end of a private road, surrounded by serene woods that offer ultimate privacy and tranquility. The large rocking chair front porch invites you to relax and soak in the peaceful setting with view of spring fed pond. Step into this cozy log cabin, where the main level features an open living room with cathedral ceilings and exposed log beams, highlighted by a stunning stone fireplace. The country kitchen, open to the dining and living areas, is both functional and inviting. A full bath and a comfortable bedroom complete the first floor. The second level includes a bedroom and a loft overlooking the living room, showcasing hardwood floors and vaulted ceilings with more exposed beams. The full walk-out basement with high ceilings offers great potential for additional living space. Enjoy summer nights in the cozy screened-in porch, perfect for sleeping or relaxing. This property is sold with an adjoining 2-acre parcel on a separate deed, including a large detached garage ideal for a workshop or studio, seasonal mountain views. With a total of 3 acres, you have the flexibility to build another home or sell the parcel separately, offering endless possibilities for country living!
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
3.06 acresLot Size
$405Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Toni Petfield• Century 21 Alliance-NP
Bought with Jerry Marsini• The Kinderhook Group, Inc.
Mountain Top Retreat! Escape to this charming log home, nestled at the end of a private road, surrounded by serene woods that offer ultimate privacy and tranquility. The large rocking chair front porch invites you to relax and soak in the peaceful setting with a view of the spring fed pond. Step into this cozy cabin, where the main level features an open living room with cathedral ceilings and exposed log beams, highlighted by a stunning stone fireplace. The country kitchen, open to the dining and living areas, is both functional and inviting. A full bath and a comfortable bedroom complete the first floor. The second level includes a bedroom and a loft overlooking the living room, showcasing hardwood floors and vaulted ceilings with more exposed beams. The full walk-out basement with high ceilings offers great potential for additional living space. Enjoy summer nights in the cozy screened-in porch, perfect for sleeping or relaxing. This property is sold with an adjoining 2-acre parcel on a separate deed, including a large detached garage ideal for a workshop or studio, seasonal mountain views. With a total of 3 acres, you have the flexibility to build another home or sell the parcel separately, offering endless possibilities for country living! Additional Information: ParkingFeatures:2 Car Detached,
HVCRMLS #20243513
Apr 24, 2025
Sold
$450,000
$426/sq ft
Mar 14, 2025
Pending
—
Jan 22, 2025
Contingent
—
Oct 21, 2024
Relisted
—
Oct 16, 2024
Contingent
—
Oct 1, 2024
Price Changed
$444,000
$420/sq ft
Aug 19, 2024
Listed
$519,000
$491/sq ft
HVCRMLS #20052650
Nov 28, 2005
Sold
$221,000
$209/sq ft
Jun 15, 2005
Listed
$229,000
$217/sq ft
If you are looking for a Log home with seclusion yet neighbors are close by, than this is for you. The home has a beautiful stone fireplace and the openness of the livingroom, dining area and kitchen along with the cathedral ceiling open to the loft bedroom on the second floor makes this home warm and cozy. The full walk-out basement could be finished for additional space. Take a ride...sit on the porch and see if this isn't just what you've been looking for.
Public Records
Dec 27, 1995
Sold
$90,000
$85/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1983
Sold
$47,000
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,609 (+3.1%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2024
$4,471 (+1.7%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2023
$4,397 (+0.9%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2022
$4,357 (+8.3%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2021
$4,023 (+11.2%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2020
$3,616 (+2.9%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2019
$3,514 (−1.9%)
$40,000 + $125,000
$165,000
2018
$3,581 (+3.4%)
$40,000 + $125,000
$165,000
2017
$3,464 (+0.3%)
$47,500 + $109,500
$157,000
2016
$3,453 (−0.8%)
$47,500 + $109,500
$157,000
2015
$3,481 (+1.5%)
$47,500 + $109,500
$157,000
2014
$3,429
$47,500 + $109,500
$157,000
Tax history for 42 Mcguffey Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,609 (+3.1%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2024
$4,471 (+1.7%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2023
$4,397 (+0.9%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2022
$4,357 (+8.3%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2021
$4,023 (+11.2%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2020
$3,616 (+2.9%)
$40,000 + $133,200
$173,200
2019
$3,514 (−1.9%)
$40,000 + $125,000
$165,000
2018
$3,581 (+3.4%)
$40,000 + $125,000
$165,000
2017
$3,464 (+0.3%)
$47,500 + $109,500
$157,000
2016
$3,453 (−0.8%)
$47,500 + $109,500
$157,000
2015
$3,481 (+1.5%)
$47,500 + $109,500
$157,000
2014
$3,429
$47,500 + $109,500
$157,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Directions: route 209 S to county route 2, approx 8 miles to right on Palentown Rd, bear right onto Rocky Mountain Rd, Right on to McGuffey Rd, to the end, house on right.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,056
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: —
County: Ulster County
APN: 514400A05202000010180000000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Kerhonkson Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 8.1mi
6/10
Rondout Valley Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 8.8mi
7/10
Rondout Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.8mi
5/10
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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
5 days above 94° expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Kerhonkson, NY • 12446
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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$407,000 – $492,000
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