Courtesy: Country House Realty, Inc.
845-397-2590
Tucked down a long driveway at the dead-end of a winding country road, Catnap Cottage is a hidden wonderland - a whimsical cottage set in the middle of 11.5 acres of meadows, ponds, streams and woodland. This is a rare combination of secluded land and a character rich home, all in a package that feels approachable and flexible for many uses. The home itself - while compact - lives large. Vaulted ceilings, a fairytale bay window nook, an oversized bathroom - all lend to a feeling of space that matches the expansive grounds. The living room's wood paneling and brick fireplace give the home a coziness and texture that is hard to replicate. This is equal parts country cottage as it is a cabin in the woods; a place to retreat in all seasons. The main living space centers around the Woodstock Soapstone woodstove, an easy space to imagine spending the colder months. And yet - with the ceilings extended high above you, the room feels airy and light for the warmer months as well. The kitchen is ample, with stainless appliances, a cleverly hidden laundry room, and a surprising amount of storage. The built-in banquette style dining space is perfectly charming (and quite functional to boot.) The bathroom, as previously mentioned, is generous. A vintage clawfoot tub sets the tone, while an oversized walk-in shower makes sure it's not just for show. Above the bathroom, and overlooking the kitchen, is a small loft space - currently configured with two beds for overflow guests. The one true bedroom attaches to the living room overlooking the woods beyond the home. It is compact yet functional with a large closet, and plenty of room for a queen bed and side-tables. The outside of the home is a wonderland. The lily pad pond is a star - with a truly unique weeping willow island in the middle. Mature maples dot the rolling lawn and provide shade for outdoor hangs. There is so much potential in these grounds. The land is suited to so many different uses - whether that be a pool, gardens, sport courts, - or further development in the future. You could keep Catnap Cottage as a guest house and build a much larger home elsewhere on the property, after all you have 11.5 acres to play with. If you need space more quickly, the property also features a large unfinished studio/shed that could be easily converted to more living space or a creative haven. The shed is already wired with electric and could be plumbed and connected to the existing septic with relative ease given the layout of the land. Catnap Cottage may feels worlds away when you're there - but is located in a highly desirable corner of the Northern Catskills and Hudson Valley. The towns of Cairo and Leeds (Casa Susanna anybody?) are only 5 and 10 minutes away respectively, while a little further down the road is downtown Catskill with its myriad options, as well as Hudson - only 25 minutes away. Head west and find yourself at Windham and Hunter Mountains in just about 30 minutes. This is truly a best of both worlds kind of location - where the best of the upper Hudson Valley and the Catskills are quickly within reach.
Courtesy: Corcoran Country Living
518-660-7120
Fully renovated A-frame retreat on 3.17 private acres bordering the Potic Creek Preserve. Accessed by a scenic private road stretching nearly one mile through protected forestland, this secluded property offers a rare sense of privacy and immersion in nature while remaining just 4 miles from the New York State Thruway. Originally built in 1985 and extensively updated in 2022, the home offers 1,063 square feet of living space with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and 1 half bath. Improvements include a new roof, Andersen windows, mini-split heating and cooling, oak flooring, tile baths, granite countertops, and all-new plumbing and electrical systems. The light-filled interior features a wood-burning stove and a thoughtful blend of modern updates and timeless architectural character. Outside, expansive decking overlooks a peaceful woodland setting surrounded by mature trees and protected land. Conveniently located with easy access to Catskill, Hudson, Albany, and New York City, this unique property offers the perfect balance of seclusion, recreation, and convenience.
Courtesy: Keller Williams Hudson Valley
845-481-2700
Located in a neighborhood setting in the hamlet of South Cairo, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a comfortable layout with HW flooring and a classic brick fireplace in the living room, a full basement for storage or future possibilities, and a one-car attached garage. This well-built home sits on almost ½ acre, with a yard large enough for a garden, a pool, or outdoor entertaining on your back deck. From the front of the house you'll enjoy distant mountain views, and the location keeps you close to everything the Catskills have to offer. Several important improvements have already been completed, including a new roof installed in September 2025, replacement windows in 2020, and a new oil burner and oil tank installed in 2021. Located just four miles from the New York State Thruway, commuting is easy while still enjoying a peaceful setting. Nearby Hunter and Windham Mountains, hiking trails, restaurants, and year-round Catskills events make the location convenient for enjoying everything the region has to offer.
Magnolia Mae Farm is a quintessential Hudson Valley farmhouse with complete privacy and seclusion that offers a respite from the outside world. This 205 acre compound, 20 minutes from Hudson, NY., consists of a main house, guest house, caretaker's house and writer's cabin. Enter down a private half mile approach under a canopy of maples and lindens that open to reveal an oasis of rolling hills. At the center, the 1850 gable and wing center hall colonial evokes the World of Interiors with wide board floors and original details. A country kitchen, equipped with Wolf range, Subzero refrigerator, double Asko dishwashers and Shaws farmhouse sinks, connect to the deck overlooking the grounds, ideally suited for entertaining. The living room and parlor are designed for intimate gatherings with friends, complete with a woodburning stove for cozy winters. Also on the ground floor, there is a light-filled office with a private entrance to the heated conservatory, a mud room, large pantry, guest bedroom, and a powder room. Upstairs you'll find the sun flooded primary bedroom with ensuite bath, as well as two more guest bedrooms and a full bathroom.Near the main house, a late 19th century barn has been completely rebuilt into an open plan guest house with 22' a cathedral ceiling and loft bedroom. The gorgeous 40'x16' gunite pool is easily accessible from the house and the barn, and is perfect for lounging on summer days. The grounds also include a writer's cabin in the woods with heat & AC, and a caretaker's cottage that could be renovated into a 2nd guest house. Surrounded by acres of fields with sweeping panoramic views of the Hudson Valley clear to the Berkshires, the land is perfectly suited for a new building site as well. An additional 180 acres is available for purchase as well.
Leeds is located in New York. Leeds, New York 12451has a population of 375. Leeds 12451 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 26.09% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 26.95%.
The median household income for the surrounding county is $62,810 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Leeds 12451 is 30.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 83.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 14.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 42 inches per year, with 43.7 inches of snow per year.
