439 Abbey Rd, Mount Tremper, NY 12457

Above the historic village of Woodstock, amid the pristine wilderness of the Catskill Mountain State Park, this 17 + acre, hillside retreat embodies the secluded quietude and rarified beauty of its magnificent, natural surroundings. Settled high atop Mount Tobias up a long private drive, this custom-built, crafts-style home and studio is attended by two distinct lots of acreage, all adjacent to forever-wild State Forest, affording total privacy while remaining central to the region’s numerous vibrant communities. Striking a singular balance of rusticity and elegance, the property’s design elements—a gourmet kitchen; bluestone fireplaces; vaulted beams; hardwood and stone floors; skylights; great windows; French doors; a discreetly placed solar array; a Japanese-inspired, rooftop ‘moon-viewing’ deck; luxurious appointments throughout—all combine to create an aesthetically refined and harmonious intimacy with its inspiring and restorative environment of glorious open grounds, old-growth woods and captivating mountain views. Custom-designed kitchen offers Sub-Zero, Wolf and Dacor appliances: walk in pantry and radiant stone floor. There are 2 large bedroom suites on opposite sides of the main house. Extensive decking with new Nordic hot tub. Wrap-around walkways tying together front entry way, decks, Studio/Office building, garage and two rear doors. Studio currently used for recording and guests. Three levels of inspirational space also newly renovated. Other features include built in speakers, intercom, security system, whole house generator, under-ground electric, deer fencing and solar panels. 17 acres are comprised of 3 building lots allowing further constructions if desired. Riverby residents have access to Deer Park a dedicated wild life and nature preserve where you can hike, snow shoe, cross country or camp. All within two hours of NYC. Over $400,000 of improvements from 2003-2015. What are you waiting for!