Unlock the potential of this charming cottage on beautiful Crystal Lake! Completely gutted and ready for your vision, this property offers a rare opportunity to create the lake retreat you’ve always dreamed of. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway or a year-round escape, the possibilities are endless. Enjoy convenient lake access for boating, fishing, swimming, and making memories on the water. A full basement provides excellent storage or the potential for additional usable space. Bring your ideas, your contractor, and your imagination to transform this blank canvas into the perfect lakeside retreat. Opportunities like this don’t come along often—customize every detail and make Crystal Lake your own! Also being sold with adjacent vacant lot.
Unlock the potential of this charming cottage on beautiful Crystal Lake! Completely gutted and ready for your vision, this property offers a rare opportunity to create the lake retreat you've always dreamed of. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a year-round escape, the possibilities are endless. Enjoy convenient lake access for boating, fishing, swimming, and making memories on the water. A full basement provides excellent storage or the potential for additional usable space. Bring your ideas, your contractor, and your imagination to transform this blank canvas into the perfect lakeside retreat. Opportunities like this don't come along often--customize every detail and make Crystal Lake your own! Property includes tax map #'s 135.6-1-21 and 135.6-1-20 (0 Allendale Road)
Unlock the potential of this charming cottage on beautiful Crystal Lake! Completely gutted and ready for your vision, this property offers a rare opportunity to create the lake retreat you've always dreamed of. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a year-round escape, the possibilities are endless. Enjoy convenient lake access for boating, fishing, swimming, and making memories on the water. A full basement provides excellent storage or the potential for additional usable space. Bring your ideas, your contractor, and your imagination to transform this blank canvas into the perfect lakeside retreat. Opportunities like this don't come along often--customize every detail and make Crystal Lake your own! The property is being sold '' is.'' Property includes tax map #'s 135.6-1-21 and 135.6-1-20 (0 Allendale Road)
Welcome to Stony Creek--a distinctive country compound where history, nature & possibility come together on 5.5 picturesque acres in the quiet hamlet of Medusa. More than simply a home in the country, this special property combines an updated circa-1850 residence, spring-fed koi pond, 2 impressive barns, additional outbuilding, attached 2-car garage, expansive lawns, mature trees and landscaping, old stone walls & a separate adjoining building lot. The 3BR, 2.5BA home blends historic character with modern comfort, including 2 bedrooms with en-suite baths. Original glass doorknobs, hardware & skeleton keys remain, while vaulted ceilings & abundant windows fill the home with natural light. The spacious primary bedroom offers exceptional room, while the window-wrapped sunroom overlooks the grounds. The kitchen features granite counters, butler's pantry storage & an eat-in area, and a cozy den with antique woodstove & brick surround adds classic country warmth. Outside, stone walls wind through established grounds of open lawn, mature trees & woods. The spring-fed koi pond, swing, sitting areas, footbridge & paths create a peaceful setting to explore and enjoy. The substantial historic timber-frame barn features massive beams, soaring interior volume, loft & work areas, while an additional barn and smaller outbuildings offer remarkable versatility for hobbies, collections, equipment, workshop or creative pursuits. Also included is a separate adjoining building lot, offering additional flexibility and possibilities. Approx. 15 min to Greenville, 35 miles to Albany, 35 min to Amtrak & 2.5 hrs to Manhattan. Stony Creek isn't simply a house on 5.5 acres--it's an entire country property with space, character & possibilities to make it uniquely your own.
Rare opportunity featuring two homes on one parcel on Crystal Lake, Middleburgh, NY! Perfect for multigenerational living, a family compound, investment property, or short-term rental opportunity. The main home at 280 Gulf Road offers approximately 1,440 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms, including 2 first-floor bedrooms and 2 second-floor bedrooms, providing flexibility for family, guests, and year-round living. The second home, approximately 840 square feet, presents exciting possibilities as a guest house, in-law residence, vacation rental, Airbnb, or private retreat. Live comfortably in one home while generating supplemental income from the other (subject to local regulations), or create the ultimate family getaway where everyone has their own space. Enjoy access to Crystal Lake, a peaceful non-motorized lake known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreation. Launch a canoe or kayak from the dock area, just steps away, and spend the afternoon fishing, or simply relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. Anglers will appreciate the variety of fish species found in the lake, making this a desirable destination for fishing enthusiasts. Whether you're searching for a lake-area retreat, vacation home, income-producing property, weekend getaway, or a unique opportunity for generational living, this versatile property offers exceptional flexibility. Surrounded by nature and four-season recreation, it's an ideal setting for those seeking the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, investment potential, and the relaxed lifestyle that Crystal Lake living provides.
Welcome to Stony Creek--a distinctive country compound where history, nature and possibility come together on 5.5 picturesque acres in the quiet hamlet of Medusa. More than simply a home in the country, this special property brings together an updated circa-1850 residence, spring-fed koi pond, two impressive barns, additional outbuilding, attached two-car garage, expansive lawns, mature trees and landscaping, old stone walls and a separate adjoining building lot--all within one remarkable setting. The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the character of an earlier era alongside the comforts of today, with two bedrooms featuring en-suite baths. Original details remain throughout, including vintage glass doorknobs, original hardware and skeleton keys, while vaulted ceilings and an abundance of windows bring light into the home and frame views of the surrounding landscape. The generously sized primary bedroom offers exceptional space, while a light-filled sunroom wrapped in windows provides an inviting place to enjoy morning coffee, a good book or simply the changing seasons. At the heart of the home, the kitchen features granite counters, butler's pantry and an eat-in area, while the cozy den--with its antique woodstove and brick surround--adds the warmth and character that belongs in a country home like this. Step outside and Stony Creek reveals what truly sets it apart. Stone walls wind through established grounds where broad lawns, mature trees and wooded areas create a wonderful balance of open space and privacy. At the spring-fed pond, koi move beneath the water while a nearby swing and quiet sitting areas invite you to slow down and enjoy the surroundings. For those who need room for hobbies, collections, equipment, a workshop or creative pursuits, the property's outbuildings add an entirely different dimension. The substantial historic barn--with its massive timbers, soaring interior volume, loft and work areas--is a remarkable structure in its own right, while the additional barn and smaller outbuildings provide even more versatility and perfect for those wishing to have animals. Also included is a separate adjoining building lot, adding valuable flexibility and the opportunity to preserve additional privacy or explore future possibilities. Despite the peaceful country setting, Stony Creek remains within convenient reach of the surrounding region--approximately 15 minutes to Greenville, 35 miles to Albany, about 35 minutes to Amtrak and roughly 2.5 hours from Manhattan. Full-time country residence, weekend retreat, gathering place, hobby property or creative escape--Stony Creek isn't simply a house on 5.5 acres. It's an entire country property, with the space, character and possibilities to make it uniquely your own.
Just outside the quaint historic village of Rensselaerville, this sweet country creekside setting offers peace, privacy, and the charm of rural living. The property features multiple outbuildings--ideal for storage, hobbies, or small-scale farming--set against a serene natural backdrop. Tucked away in a peaceful creekside setting, this homestead offers a true escape to the countryside. Surrounded by nature and serenaded by the gentle sounds of the creek, the property invites you to slow down and enjoy quiet days and star-filled nights. Full of rustic charm, the home is complemented by multiple outbuildings, perfect for creative pursuits, storage, or a small hobby farm. The setting is both private and picturesque, with plenty of space to garden, relax, or simply take in the beauty of the natural surroundings. Ideally located near some of the area's most beloved outdoor destinations, you'll find easy access to scenic hiking and outdoor recreation at Huyck Preserve and tranquil Lake Myosotis. Nearby Partridge Run Wildlife Management Area offers miles of trails, waterfalls, and fishing spots, while Thompson's Lake and John Boyd Thacher State Park provide additional opportunities for hiking, swimming, and breathtaking escarpment views. Whether you're seeking a weekend retreat or a year-round haven, this inviting cottage captures the essence of simple country living in a truly special setting. Recent improvements include a roof less than three years old, new gas furnace, a new UV water filtration system, and an updated kitchen with new countertops, over-range microwave, refrigerator, and washing machine. Fresh interior paint throughout and new flooring in the living room and primary bedroom complete the updates.
A classic Colonial Revival manse set on twenty hill top acres overlooking the Catskill Mountains and the charming hamlet of Rensselaerville. Enter the property down an allee of flowering trees and arrive at this colonnaded country house steeped in history and ready to welcome you home. Year-round comfort with gracious reception rooms including a sun filled living room and a formal dining room, both with wood-burning fireplaces. Classic french doors open onto the grand covered veranda with long views across the deep lawn and views to the Catskill range. An impressive kitchen with a Wolfe stove and Sub-Zero refrigerator bring this historic house up to the 21st century. On the second floor you will find the master ensuite with access to the second floor veranda as well as three additional bedrooms and a full bath. The third floor features two lovely guest bedrooms. Original carriage drives, now grass and dotted with flowering bulbs pass through fern glens and by the classic front dutch-door. A gunnite swimming pool surrounded with white picket fencing and a bluestone terrace anchor the broad lawns near the house. Hidden away is a full tennis court with an historic timber frame gazebo. Three hours from NYC and 45 minutes to Amtrak/Hudson.
Welcome to this stunningly refurbished 4 bed 2 bath home, bathed in natural light & nestled amidst tranquil surroundings bordering Ten Mile Creek. Step inside to discover a meticulously renovated home with new kitchen, quartz countertops, center island, new s/s appliances, & new sliding door to deck that overlooks the picturesque yard and pool. Cozy up by the brick fireplace in the large living room. New hardwood floors on the first & new laminate on the second floor. Updates include a new hot water heater, updated electrical systems, new water filtration system, custom double hung windows, and newer roof ensuring both convenience & peace of mind. Enjoy your pool w/large deck or relax on your porches listening to the creek and nature. Grapevines and fruit trees on property. Move-In condition.


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Rensselaerville is located in New York. Rensselaerville, New York 12147has a population of 1,748. Rensselaerville 12147 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 18.18% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 27.09%.
The median household income in Rensselaerville, New York 12147 is $85,655. The median household income for the surrounding county is $73,810 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Rensselaerville 12147 is 52.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 80.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 11.6 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 41.9 inches per year, with 44.7 inches of snow per year.