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New Paltz,NY 12561
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,843 sqft
Price per Sqft $767
MLS Listing ID 20242311
Style Farmhouse
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 4
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1705
Annual Tax Amount $18,762
Tax Year 18762
Lot Size 88.000 Acres
Acres 88.0
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Hudson Valley Catskills Region Multiple List Service (Ulster County Board of REALTORS®)
Property Description
Welcome to Bontecou Farm, a true legacy property nestled in the ideal New Paltz location. Fully updated and renovated in 2018, this circa 1705 compound is nestled on a serene riverfront setting. The farm blends historical elegance with modern comforts, creating an atmosphere of peace and character.
Spanning 88-acre pristine acres, the property features meadows, pastures, vast fields, stone walls, a pond, fruit trees, and impeccable landscaping. A fully operational farm since the 1700's, crops such as hops, hay, strawberries, apricots, cherries, pears, apples, and corn have cultivated here. It was also once home to 100 black angus cattle. Multiple mature specimen trees can be found throughout the grounds as well.
With minimal ownership in its storied history, this property is a rarity. The historic 5-bedroom, 3½-bathroom stone farmhouse, updated with modern amenities, enjoys abundant sunlight and breathtaking views of both the Wallkill River and Shawangunk Mountains. The brick fireplace provides cozy warmth, while original beamed ceilings and interior stone walls are a nod to the home's origins.
The tastefully designed bathrooms mix antique charm and contemporary comfort with both clawfoot and spa-style tubs. Crisp custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, premium appliances, and exposed stone walls make the kitchen a dream for both the serious and casual cook, functionally and aesthetically.
The equally elegant cottage, situated a few hundred yards from the main house, is equipped with a full kitchen, living room, bedroom, and 1½ bathrooms, making it perfect for hosting guests comfortably. There's also a classic Gambrel roof, Hudson Valley-style barn of nearly 4000 square feet, with three-phase electric, which could easily accommodate a dozen or more horse stalls or be adapted for other uses.
Just minutes from New Paltz, Kingston, and the Mohonk Preserve, the property offers easy access to fine dining, boutiques, and outdoor adventures. Bontecou Farm has also thrived as a luxury short-term rental and premier wedding venue.
Above all, Bontecou Farm exudes a unique energy that resonates deeply with those who visit. Guests of the farm frequently comment on the sense of tranquility and renewal they experience during their stay, often attributing this to the thoughtful design and natural beauty of the surroundings. Beautifully restored and full of character, Bontecou Farm is an outlier in elegance and class.
Location
State NY
County Ulster
Area New Paltz
Zoning 280 - Res Multi
Rooms
Basement Full
Interior
Heating Baseboard,Radiant
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood,Wood,Other
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Great Room,Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Exterior
Exterior Feature Garden,Private Entrance
Waterfront Description River Front
View Garden,Hills,Meadow,Mountain(s),Orchard,Panoramic,Pasture,Pond,Ridge,River,Valley
Roof Type Shake
Porch Front Porch,Patio
Garage No
Building
Lot Description Agricultural,Bluff,Farm,Meadow,Orchard(s),Pasture,Private,Views,Wetlands
Story 2
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Private,Well
Architectural Style Farmhouse
Level or Stories Two
Schools
High Schools New Paltz Central
School District New Paltz Central
Others
Tax ID 70.4-1-15