Discover the perfect escape on 2.37 picturesque acres adjoining approximately 7,000 acres of state land, offering exceptional opportunities for hiking, hunting, fishing, snow sports, and year-round outdoor recreation. This well-built, two-story seasonal home is nestled in a beautiful, peaceful setting and offers privacy, tranquility, and endless possibilities. A Nature Lover’s Retreat Bordering 7,000 Acres of State Land! Thoughtfully constructed with quality craftsmanship, the vinyl-sided building features Andersen Thermopane windows, 200-amp underground electrical service, a large wood-burning stove with ductwork extending to second-floor registers, and backup propane lighting throughout. The interior walls remain open, allowing buyers to view the quality of construction and offering flexibility for future finishing. Building permits and construction documentation are available. Situated on an elevated saddle with scenic natural surroundings, the property is just minutes from the "Birthplace of Flyfishing", offering public access to the Willowemoc, Beaverkill, and East Branch of the Delaware. In addition, Pepactin Reservoir is minutes away and offers additional boating, fishing, and outdoor activities. Whether you're seeking a hunting camp, weekend getaway, recreational retreat, or a property to customize to your vision, this unique offering is full of potential. A rare opportunity to own a peaceful Catskills escape with thousands of acres of state land right at your doorstep. Enjoy the beauty of nature, outdoor adventure, and the serenity of getting away from it all! Please note: The property currently has no well or septic system.
The Porcupine Crest is a custom-built Beaver Mountain Log home that is the perfect escape from a fast paced city life. There is a large bedroom and a comfortable bathroom, and a nice sleeping loft over the living area. A wood-burning stove graces the center of the open living area and helps add heat and ambiance to the entire home. From the covered front porch to the very private back deck, this home really does offer the type of peace that has become a necessity in todays fast paced life. There is even a shed that was converted into a very comfortable and private guest sleeping quarters. If you were looking for a quintessential log cabin in the woods that feels a world away from everything yet is very accessible with modern comforts, then you need not look any further. Schedule your tour today before this one passes you by.
Trade the noise for space—this 10-acre Catskills escape gives you room to breathe, work remote, and actually unplug. The house is move-in ready, so you can show up Friday and start your weekend. You’re 8.3 miles to Roscoe 5 miles from Downsville for food, fuel, hardware runs, Spend your days hiking or hunting on nearby state land, or fish the waters at Pepacton Reservoir and the Beaverkill River—both just minutes away. Set at the end of a cul-de-sac, the property is quiet and private. Inside, the layout is open and social: kitchen, dining, and living flow together under cathedral ceilings, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace. The primary bath includes a whirlpool tub. Two more bedrooms and a full laundry room make longer stays easy. A wood stove and 4-zone radiant heat keep things comfortable year-round while helping manage utility costs. Need space for gear or projects? The detached 22' x 22' barn has a loft, workshop setup, electric door opener, and a potbelly stove—ideal for storage, hobbies, or a side hustle. Low taxes, manageable expenses, and a setup that works for weekend escapes or longer resets—this is Catskills living without the friction.

Colchester is located in New York. Colchester, New York has a population of 1,900. Colchester is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 32.45% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 21.88%.
The median household income in Colchester, New York is $60,833. The median household income for the surrounding county is $52,757 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Colchester is 47.5 years.
The average high temperature in July is 79.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 11.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 47.3 inches per year, with 73.1 inches of snow per year.