Willow Pond Retreat – 12 Acres of Serenity & Soul Welcome to Willow Pond Retreat, a 12-acre country haven where beauty and function live in perfect harmony. Surrounded by mature gardens, sweeping willows, and a tranquil pond, this property offers privacy, warmth, and endless possibility. The main residence features multiple fireplaces and a light-filled kitchen overlooking nature’s ever-changing views. Outside, a newly lined navy pool is framed by lush, established gardens — an idyllic setting for quiet mornings or summer gatherings. A separate ADU apartment provides flexibility for guests or extended family, while the spacious workshop/studio invites creativity and craft. Meandering garden paths, blooming daffodils, and even a charming chicken coop complete the picture of country living at its most soulful. A new roof, new boiler system...rest is your desired imagination. Private, romantic, and deeply functional, Willow Pond Retreat is more than a home — it’s a lifestyle. A place where life is meant to be lived, not merely observed.
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
11.24 acresLot Size
$278Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Nancy Felcetto• Brown Harris Stevens HV LLC
Contact: 854-871-2700
Bought with Richard Byrne• Four Seasons Sothebys Intl
Bought with Richard Byrne• Four Seasons Sothebys Intl
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Market trends in 12136, NY
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
93.3%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$545K
$528K MoM
Avg. days on market
189d
42 days MoM
Recently sold homes
3
1 MoM
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Sale and tax history for 40 Engel Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #933802
Jun 25, 2026
Sold
$790,000
$278/sq ft
Jan 9, 2026
Pending
—
Nov 9, 2025
Listed
$785,000
$276/sq ft
HVCRMLS #20255580
Jun 25, 2026
Sold
$790,000
$278/sq ft
Jan 9, 2026
Pending
—
Dec 5, 2025
Contingent
—
Nov 5, 2025
Listed
$785,000
$276/sq ft
+32
Willow Pond Retreat — 12 Acres of Serenity and Soul Welcome to Willow Pond Retreat, a soulful, private 12-acre country sanctuary where life is meant to be lived, not merely observed. Here, whispering willows frame a tranquil pond, daffodils bloom in abundance, and meandering garden paths invite you to wander among mature trees and timeless beauty. The four bedroom, four bath main home exudes warmth and character — with three fireplaces that beckon in every season and a sunlit kitchen that opens to nature's ever-changing landscape. An in-ground pool, newly lined in deep navy and surrounded by lush, established gardens, creates a resort-like oasis for long, languid summer days. Thoughtfully as well as privately connected to the main residence, a self-contained apartment offers versatility for guests, extended family, or inspired use as a studio or retreat. A spacious workshop/studio outbuilding extends the creative potential — ideal for artisans, makers, or those seeking meaningful workspace. Even the charming chicken coop adds a touch of pastoral whimsy to this self-sustaining haven. Private, romantic, and deeply functional, Willow Pond Retreat is both a home and a way of life — a place where beauty feels effortless and every element has soul.
Global MLS #201408010
Jul 21, 2014
Sold
$285,000
$100/sq ft
May 2, 2014
Listed
$285,000
$100/sq ft
+16
Timely Opportunity of Exceptional Value! Substantial Price Reduction from a Motivated Seller! Chatham homestead privately located in a lovely open setting on a pond with a large in ground heated pool - all convenient within an entertainment area just outside your back door! This spacious Cape Cod style home sits on 11+ acres in an area of fine homes. With 5 bedrooms & 6 baths including a guest studio apartment, accommodations are plentiful for your needs. Perfect for multi generational living! Very Good Condition
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,788
$122,700 + $467,300
$590,000
2025
$8,788 (−0.6%)
$122,700 + $467,300
$590,000
2024
$8,844
$122,700 + $467,300
$590,000
2023
$8,844 (+1.0%)
$122,700 + $467,300
$590,000
2022
$8,759 (+14.2%)
$122,700 + $467,300
$590,000
2021
$7,670 (+206.0%)
$75,300 + $164,100
$239,400
2020
$2,506 (−27.4%)
$75,300 + $164,100
$239,400
2019
$3,450 (−18.1%)
$75,300 + $164,100
$239,400
2018
$4,213 (−0.7%)
$75,300 + $164,100
$239,400
2017
$4,244 (+80.0%)
$75,300 + $164,100
$239,400
2016
$2,357 (−44.1%)
$75,300 + $164,100
$239,400
2015
$4,220 (−53.6%)
$75,300 + $164,100
$239,400
2014
$9,104
$75,300 + $164,100
$239,400
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
11.24 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,101
Year built
1984
Style
Vacant Land
County
Columbia County
APN
102689A02600000010432000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport YN: No
Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
Heating: Forced Air, Oil, Wood
Interior Features
Interior Features: First Floor Bedroom,First Floor Full Bath,Entrance Foyer,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Open Kitchen,Primary Bathroom,Master Downstairs
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
Levels: Two
Room Information
Basement YN: Yes
Attic: Dormer
Rooms Total: 7
Basement: Bilco Door(s), Full, Walk-Out Access
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 5
Bathrooms Half: 2
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Frame
Waterfront YN: Yes
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
Living Area Source: Plans
Living Area (Sq. Ft.): 2846.00
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 3879.00
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Source: Municipality
Tax Annual Amount: $8,844.46
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Propane, Water Connected
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Mary E Dardess Elementary School
Elementary School District: Chatham
Middle Or Junior School: Chatham Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District: Chatham
High School: Chatham High School
High School District: Chatham
Location Information
County Or Parish: Columbia County
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,101
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 11.24 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: —
County: Columbia County
APN: 102689A02600000010432000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mary E Dardess Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.3mi
5/10
Chatham Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.3mi
4/10
Chatham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.3mi
7/10
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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, 16 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Old Chatham, NY • 12136
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$860,000 – $1.04M
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