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contents / june 2010 Volume 7, Issue 12
Features 18 Designs For the Future New York House honors the winners of our second annual Innovative Green Design Awards sm.
by Emily Herendeen; photographs provided
26 A&D Building Showcase
A glimpse inside New York’s ultimate design resource, the Architects & Designers building.
by Emily Herendeen, Christina Jelski, and Nancy Meyer; photographs Provided
38 B ringing the Indoors out
All the accoutrements of home turn the deck, patio, or yard into a luxurious space intended for refined, summer living.
by Christina Jelski; photographs Provided
18 Also in this Issue: 30 A turn for the better Entrepreneur-turned-environmentalist Shiva Vencat brings the first dome home in the U.S. to the Hudson Valley.
34 Our green Future SkySails, a German invention, propel cargo ships, reducing fuel consumption and pollution.
42 Ask the green advocate
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The Markets 53 REal Estate Listings 73 index of advertisers
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10 from the editor 10 publisher’s note 12 entryway 14 live/work 16 Green events 44 what you don’t know 46 On The Web 74 back porch
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from the publisher and editor
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A Very Mighty Wind What happens when millions of gallons of oil spill into the Gulf of Mexico, threatening environmental destruction and the loss of thousands of jobs? You’d think that a move toward renewable energy—such as the Obama administration’s goahead last month for the Cape Wind project off the coast of Nantucket and Cape Cod—would be met with much fanfare. Well, things didn’t work out as planned. Several constituencies are planning to pursue lawsuits to block the development of the 130-turbine wind farm, which is projected to produce 75 percent of the region’s energy needs and reduce carbon emissions by 735 thousand tons every year. Even newly-elected Tea Party Senator Scott
Brown is opposed to the wind farm. I suppose that he hasn’t figured out how to fuel his ol’ pickup truck with wind. This opposition is NIMBYism at its worst. The Gulf area is going to be dealing with a catastrophic event for years to come, with untold economic ramifications. It’s amazing that anyone remains unwilling to make bold progress in safe, renewable energy development that will prevent similar catastrophes from happening again. Would these same groups oppose wind farms in Detroit, Gary, or even New Orleans?
“What is green? When I hear green, I see red.” —Cheryl Terrace It’s in this spirit of education that New York House proudly presents its second annual Innovative Green Design AwardsSM, covered in full detail beginning on page 18. This year’s competition had five judges who took roles as both activists and educators. The panel represents nearly every green stakeholder: a sustainable architect, high-performance home builder, green interior designer, green marketing researcher, and sustainability consultant—who are homeowners and consumers themselves. They vetted each of the entries and debated the issues surrounding the manufacture, lifecycle, innovation, usefulness, beauty, and sustainability of each product. The judges didn’t mince words—where there was a performance issue, they spoke up. Where there was a steep
IGDA judging took place in Manhattan on April 28. L-R: Ellen Honigstock, Emily Herendeen, Nancy Meyer, Joanna Black, Cher yl Terrace, Mark Jupiter. Doug Mazeffa participated via conference call.
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Editor Nancy Meyer Ar t Director Julie Novak Editorial Assistant Christina Jelski Editorial Intern Emily Herendeen Production Director Jessica Housen
Jonathan Schein Read columns by Jonathan A. Schein on huffingtonpost.com
Small Footprint; Big Impact As the green movement gains momentum, so does the influx of products that purport to save energy, reduce carbon emissions, and be sustainably manufactured, among numerous other claims. Consumers—and professionals in the trade— have to educate themselves in order to distinguish truly sensible, ecofriendly products from those with exaggerated claims of green.
Publisher Jonathan A. Schein
“These [big companies with only one green product or line], they change, but change happens by demand.” —Joanna Black learning curve on a new product that would diminish its performance or create other problems, they gave the thumbs-down. They quickly eliminated “useless products” and discovered several instances of “greenwashing.” In one such instance, an existing product design was described with elaborate claims of energy savings—in truth, this varies depending on several factors—while there was nothing inherently ecofriendly about the materials, manufacturing, or lifecycle of the product. Another product purported to solve the problem of phantom load, but draws electricity itself, and requires elaborate computer setups to operate. Taking their roles a step further, the judges admonished large corporations for not doing more to reduce their carbon footprint and offer consumers a wider array of truly sustainable products. Too many of these large firms have a “token green product” when they could afford to transform their operations or launch divisions devoted specifically to ecofriendly goods, services, and processes. It’s our hope that IGDA serves to educate consumers and design and building professionals alike about products that have a small environmental footprint but a big impact. Equally importantly, we hope this competition inspires manufacturers to take note of what matters to green home builders, architects, interior designers, and homeowners in the world of high performance, responsibly-made, sustainable products.
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Jubilant June “It is the month of June, the month of leaves and roses, when pleasant sights salute the eyes, and pleasant scents the noses.” —Nathaniel Parker Willis
Reducing indoor air humidity by 30-60 percent will decrease mold growth. Children born in fall and winter are more susceptible to develop asthma due to mold and pollen. To decrease mold growth, homeowners must find the source of excess water and moisture, fix leaky plumbing or other sources of moisture. The key to getting rid of mold is ventilation, whether through air conditioners, dehumidifiers, or exhaust fans. Epa.gov; Nytimes.com/thorax.bmj.com (medical journal)
event listings Rosendale Earthfest & Expo June 6
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Greeted by the season opening of the Rosendale Farmer’s Market, this expo includes exhibits on green energy and building, food and agriculture, water resources, retrofitting, and recycling. Donation encouraged.11am-4pm. Rosendale Recreation Center on Route 32. (845) 337-0806.
A Walking Tour of South Nyack June 6
SOUTH NYACK
Visit the homes of writer Carson McCullers, ar tists Julian Davidson and Mor timer Borne, and others on this walking tour. $5. 2pm. (845) 358-7910. Tour meets at the Northwest corner of S. Broadway & Cedar Hill Avenue. friendsofthenyacks.org
Putnam County Secret Garden Tour June 12
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The Putnam County Secret Garden Tour includes the last home built in the U.S. on the exact location and with the original plans Frank Lloyd Wright intended. $90 for house tour and all gardens/$30 for garden only. 10am-4pm. (845) 278-7272 x287. partnerswithparc.org
Glorious Gardens
The perfect event for a sunny summer day, The Garden Lovers’ Club 14th Annual Hidden Gardens Tour on June 26 is also a fundraiser for gardening programs in adult care facilities. Ranging from city to country gardens, with ponds and sculptures, this self-guided tour includes nine of the finest gardens in Middletown and the surrounding area. Garden Club hostesses will be on hand to answer questions and local artists will be painting on site. A plant sale will be held on the veranda of Morrison Mansion and members from the Master Gardeners Cornell Cooperative Extension Group will be on premises to answer plant and garden questions. $12 pre-sale. $15 at door. 9am-4pm. 70 West Main St., Middletown. (845) 355-1284
In Tossed & Found: Unconventional Design from Cast-offs (Stewar t, Tabori & Chang, $27.50) husband and wife design team Linda and John Meyers turn unused, unwanted, or forgotten items into new treasures. Linda and John Meyers show us how to transform all kinds of household items: pool noodles into modern chairs, vintage boxes into jewelry cases, and basketball hoops into tables. It’s a great way to give your possessions a rebir th, or for the adept garage sale hunter or dumpster diver—someone else’s. Please submit calendar items and books to Editorial Assistant Christina Jelski for consideration: cjelski@scheinmedia.com
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This Father’s Day, treat your dad to a trip to the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum, including an air show and a biplane ride. Prices vary. $65 biplane ride. Museum open 10am-5pm. Air show, 2-4pm. Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum. (845) 752-3200. oldrhinebeck.org
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This 13-unit Warren Street landmark offers potential yearly income well over $100,000, with 2 retail storefronts (both occupied by thriving businesses) and 11 apartments. Tenants pay all utilities and there’s off-street parking. Tremendous upside potential exists to re-manage and re-imagine this centrally located landmark. Income & expenses upon request.
Built in 1840, this grand 4600 sf brick and clapboard structure is zoned for mixeduse. It has 1200 sf of storefront/gallery spaces and 4 apartments. There is a large fenced backyard, off-street parking, and delivery access. This handsome structure would make a great investment property. Just a short two block stroll to the Hudson River. Owner will hold mortgage.
Renovated in 2005, this circa 1900 brick Victorian is smack dab in the middle of one of the hottest commercial blocks in Hudson. There are four 2 BR apartments, and two storefront units, all currently leased. Tenants pay utilities. The attractive rent roll makes this handsome building an appealing investment. Income & expense sheet available.
This early clapboard structure includes a retail/office space, 1 studio, three 1 BR apartments, and two 2 BR duplexes. Makes a great investment property, or use for your own business and living accommodations. There is a large fenced backyard, off-street parking for multiple vehicles and access to the rear of the building for deliveries. Owner will hold mortgage.
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ew York House congratulates the winners of its second annual Innovative Green Design AwardsSM competition. These top achievers showcase exemplary home products in terms of energy efficiency, cradle-to-cradle and sustainable manufacturing, technological or design innovation, and aesthetics. This international competition drew submissions from across the globe, among them a daybed from Indonesia, salmon skin leather from Chile, appliances from large U.S. and European manufacturers, recycled cement blocks from a Hudson Valley firm, and lighting crafted at a Vermont forge. This year, products were judged by five experts in their respective fields: sustainable architect and retrofitter Ellen Honigstock, sustainability consultant Joanna Black, green builder Mark Jupiter, green marketing researcher Doug Mazeffa, and ecofriendly THE SECOND ANNUAL interior designer Cheryl Terrace. The discussion focused on the environmental impact of materials and resources that went into creating these products, as well as their design, price, and practicality. The judges sought a healthy combination of—if not all—these criteria in winning products. They defined a clear standard for innovation; that SM it was about the advancement and originality of technology. Subsequently, there were no awards given in the bedding and window treatments categories, since neither had submissions that fit these standards, the judges concluded. Panelists favored “products that offer a solution to problems in the marketplace,” says Jupiter, specifically citing do-it-yourself retrofit products. Judges were passionate about the issues at hand, critical of product claims, and uncovered a few instances of greenwashing. As Terrace put it, “we held [the manufacturers’] feet to the eco fire.” In some cases, the judges also favored lesser-known companies. “Promoting underdogs is about getting them to where they want to be,” Jupiter said. The endorsement of products from relatively unknown companies, like Big Ass Fans’ Isis Fan, the winner in appliances, was also about creating awareness, enabling those who put environmentally conscious principles into action to expand in the marketplace. The panel took a definitive stance on corporations that have the resources to operate divisions devoted to sustainable products or production processes, but that only offer a “token” green product or line. There were several in the competition. Judges reproached these companies to improve their eco-mission. This led to the special mention for big companies making small steps, presented to Shaw for its recycled polyester ClearTouch flooring. The panelists had one caveat: they’d like to see Shaw establish a residential carpet recycling program and create a 10-year sustainability plan. Special mentions were made for design, utility (“unsexy” practical home products), local manufacturing, and social responsibility. Below is the complete list of 2010 IGDA winners. Please join New York House in celebrating the winners at an IGDA cocktail reception at GreenBuildingsNY on June 16 at the Jacob K. Javits Center in New York. —Additional reporting by Nancy Meyer and Christina Jelski
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The judges ELLEN HONIGSTOCK, RA, LEED AP, is principal of Ellen Honigstock Architect PC, where she is committed to making existing buildings healthier, more energyand water-efficient, and environmentally responsible. She is also the LEED for Homes Advocate for the Urban Green Council, the co-chair of the Homes Sub-Committee for New York City’s Greening the Codes Task Force, and teaches the 1,000 Green Supers Program at the SEIU Local 32BJ Thomas Shortman Training Fund. JOANNA BLACK is founder, president, and chief sustainability consultant of G-Squared, a sustainability consulting firm and communications agency that helps clients like Earth Day New York and New York Health & Racquet Club develop ecofriendly initiatives. Prior to founding G-Squared in 2007, she owned a New York City public relations and marketing firm for 5 years and also co-founded Hip E Living, a Green America-certified retailer based in Woodstock.
Appliances Isis Fan Big Ass Fans With a girth as large as its name suggests, Big Ass Fans’ Isis Fan took top honors for its efficiency: it can circulate as much air as nine ceiling fans. Made of lightweight aircraft grade aluminum, the fan measures 8 to10ft. in diameter, and can be installed in ceilings 12ft. or higher. This caused some discussion among the judges; Black felt it may not be for everyone, only for large spaces with high ceilings. Jupiter felt it important to highlight a lesser-known product like this, to raise awareness in hopes that the company can expand its line and prosper.
DOUGLAS MAZEFFA received his master’s degree in corporate environmental management from the Donald Bren School of Environmental Science and Management at UC Santa Barbara, where he studied green markets, eco-labels, and consumer perception of the environment. After completing his thesis on consumers’ environmental concerns and ecolabel accuracy, Mazeffa was hired by Greenopia, where he serves as research director at the firm’s Santa Barbara office. MARK JUPITER has more than 15 years of creative, entrepreneurial experience and is co-founder of New World Home LLC, where he oversees the production and LEED certification of each new factory-built home. He was the principal driver in establishing the first LEED for Home Platinum-certified homes in the Georgia and New York markets, and is a respected speaker on topics related to green business initiatives. CHERYL TERRACE, owner of the New York City ecodecorating and green interior design firm Vital Design, Ltd, has dedicated her career to promoting “human and earth-friendly” design. In the business of creating greener homes since 1997, Terrace has been featured on Planet Green network’s “Simply Green with Danny Seo,” as well as in publications like Westchester Home, New York Living, Natural Home, Domino, Sustainable Residential Interiors, and New York House.
CRITERIA FURNITURE/HARD GOODS Alfresco Collection Loll Designs Loll Designs’ Alfresco Collection, with its UV-protected furniture made of 100 percent recycled material, was the clear winner in this category. Ecofriendly and original, Loll’s product “requires special technology and innovation,” says Mazeffa. The judges also awarded Loll for completely incorporating sustainable principles into every aspect of production, like utilizing recycled packaging, contributing to the building of windmills, and the planting of trees.
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To be eligible, the product must: • Have a defining green or sustainable attribute (in design, material, increased energy efficiency, reduced embodied energy, etc.) and/or be made in a sustainable way incorporating the cradle-to-cradle concept • Be new, but available to consumers (on the market less than 2 years) newyorkhousemagazine.com 19
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Lighting LEDme Downlights WAC Lighting
RELIABILITY AND LIFESPAN Miele Appliances Miele
“The thing is that you don’t have to touch [an LED downlight] after you install it and never have to buy new bulbs. It’s the beginning of the market for LEDs, once more products start coming out.” —Mark Jupiter “I’d really like to see more entries—the big companies, like Bosch and Miele, are entering four or five products. I’d like to see more small businesses.” —Joanna Black
SPRAYFOAM; local impact EcoTech Spray Foam Insulation Ecotech Spray Foam
“It has to be beautiful—I don’t sacrifice the beauty just to make it green.” —Cheryl Terrace
interior finishes Lime Putty American Clay
Located in Sullivan County, EcoTech Spray Foam offers an ecofriendly and energy-efficient alternative to fiberglass insulation. Made partially of soy products, the foam has no VOCs or chemicals that harm indoor air quality. It’s also economical, creating better insulation that can reduce heating costs. Said Terrace, “they’re creating awareness for spray foam,” something the judges agreed was crucial to home energy efficiency. 20 New York House / June 2010
A longtime standard in environmentally friendly wall treatments, American Clay’s products are “a great alternative to wallpaper,” says Honigstock. They’re also “super green” adds Terrace. American Clay’s Lime Putty adds hardness and protection to plasters, and can be made into lime wash. It enlivens American Clay plaster by changing the color or adding sheen to it.
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Miele submitted three appliances, the G2002 Dishwasher Series, Super Large Capacity Washer and Tumble Dryer, and Independence Series MasterCool Bottom-Mount Refrigerator. Rather than single out one of these products—like the dishwasher, which in the Economy setting uses an industry-low 1.2 gallons of water—judges felt Miele deserved special distinction for producing highquality, extremely durable products. “They are built to last,” Mazeffa said. “It’s not something you have to throw out in 8 to 10 years.”
The WAC Lighting LEDme Downlights provide highly efficient recessed lighting with the additional benefit of dimming ability. “You already have the most efficient light bulb, but being able to control the wattage based upon the time of day is a great idea,” says Mazeffa. As a replacement for traditional lighting, the product is ideal for retrofits, Honigstock adds. The downlights have 50,000 hours of potential life, which if turned on 8 hours a day equates to about a 17-year lifespan.
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Furniture/soft goods Diamond Fields
RESOURCE EFFICIENCY Bosch Appliances
Lulan Artisans
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Made of 100-percent hand-woven silk with natural and low-impact dyes, Lulan Artisans’ Diamond Fields window panels were the judges’ top pick for furniture/soft goods. While judges did note the water intensive procedure it takes to make organic cotton, which in itself is not very sustainable, they decided that Lulan was the most socially and environmentally conscious in its category and the beauty of design was unmatched. Lulan is dedicated to recycling and to its weavers, spinners, and dyers, paying them fair wages, and supporting their local communities.
Bosch also submitted three appliances: the AutoChef Induction Cooktop with sensor technology, the Vision Laundry stackable, frontload machine, and the 800 Plus Dishwasher. The judges recognize Bosch for leading in energy efficient machines, using the least amount of water and electricity compared to other appliances. Bosch’s Vision washer uses 13 gallons of water per cycle and includes an EcoAction button, which can reduce energy by up to 20 percent per wash load.
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Pozzotive Plus Concrete Brick Line
BIG COMPANY, SMALL STEPS Shaw Floors ClearTouch Shaw Floors
Kingston Block & Masonry Supply, LLC A Hudson Valley company, Kingston Block won in the building materials category for its innovation and being wholly green, from its locally found, recycled content to its manufacturing process. With no harmful contaminants or VOCs, Kingston Block’s Pozzotive Plus line requires only 12 percent of the energy typically needed to make clay brick, is environmentally friendly, innovative, sustainable, and contributes LEED points to projects. Honigstock says, “This is the unsexy infrastructure stuff that nobody will notice but that makes a huge difference. The payback is purely environmental from pollution and emissions, on the lifecycle side.”
FLOORING Traditional Cork Flooring Expanko Cork Expanko Cork took top honors in flooring for innovation, for its ability to be sanded and resealed and applied in various settings. The judges also chose it as a renewable alternative to hardwood. Like a sheep sheared for its wool, a tree is shed of its bark to make cork flooring; the cork grows back, and can be harvested numerous times during its lifespan. Black noted that when installing cork flooring, to keep it truly ecofriendly, be sure to use water-based zero VOC adhesives or create a tongue-and-groove ‘floating floor’ without using glue.
Shaw’s ClearTouch floor coverings are an innovative, beautiful product, the judges agreed. They’re made of polyester that is 25-percent recycled (of soft drink and water bottles), and Shaw has a recycling program in place to provide such material. While the judges agreed that this was a good start, Jupiter noted that “it is a very specific line within Shaw,” which otherwise does not employ sustainable practices. The judges would like to see Shaw’s 10-year sustainability plan, with the hope that the company expands sustainable divisions and decreases the destruction of forests used for its hardwood flooring.
“If we could talk about the use of innovative material and beautiful product, I’d like to give Shaw and the recycled polyester recognition.” —Ellen Honigstock newyorkhousemagazine.com 21
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RECYCLED CONTENT, DESIGN The Refined Line
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Verte Collection IceStone IceStone, a Brooklyn-based company, makes countertops out of recycled glass and concrete which are cradle-to-cradle certified; indeed, sustainable practices are incorporated into every aspect of the company. While Honigstock applauds the company for updating its design aesthetic with more mass appeal, Jupiter notes that the product’s performance is not comparable to that of its peers. “If you have to refinish a countertop every year it’s not worth it,” he says. While IceStone’s vision is the correct one, the judges felt that for them to recommend it to consumers, the company would need to bolster product performance.
Odegard was recognized for its long history of socially conscious practices and its innovative use of hemp in its Verte Collection. Mazeffa felt it important to highlight this innately sustainable material because, “it is an underutilized fabric” that has “a much smaller production burden” than others. The Verte Collection utilizes undyed hemp and gently dyed wool to create carpets that are as ecofriendly as they are beautiful, echo Terrace and Honigstock. Owner Stephanie Odegard is also the CEO of RugMark, which has curtailed child labor in weaving industries across the globe—something Terrace notes is a part of the company’s “do the right thing” mentality.
“At Greenopia, we push hemp a lot because it is an underutilized fabric that typically has a much smaller production [footprint]. With recycled content, there’s typically only a 10 to 20 percent energy recovery, so it’s not as big a saving as a lot of people think.” —Doug Mazeffa
other Solon Composter System Blanco
DESIGN, INNOVATION Composite Landscape Pavers VAST
Blanco’s Solon Composter System is built right into a kitchen cabinet, making composting integral to the kitchen. The judges were split on this—half voiced praise for it—the others expressed concern for potential leakage and loss of countertop and drawer space. Honigstock felt that stainless steel composting bins that can be placed anywhere in the kitchen are just as efficient, while Black and Jupiter both felt that the counter inset was functional, convenient, and would encourage composting. They all agreed that composting is an important practice that needs to be brought to consumers’ attention, and that this product is one way of doing that.
plumbing fixtures Hydroright Dual Flush Converter As green as they come, VAST Composite Landscape Pavers make use of cutting-edge technology to transform recycled post-consumer rubber and plastics into construction material. Made of 95percent recycled car tires and plastic containers, this paving material is cradle to cradle, immune to salt, and very low-maintenance—ideal for driveways, patios, pool areas, rooftop applications, and more. VAST’s pavers come with an innovative grid system that seems to dramatically reduce labor expense, improve installation quality, and reduce or eliminate pollution from stormwater runoff. 22 New York House / June 2010
MJSI MJSI’s innovation can convert any traditional toilet into a dual flush with settings for high and low and uses up to 70 percent less water. It also gets rid of the flapper, which deteriorates over time and needs replacement, notes Honigstock. It requires no tools to install, works with standard flush valves, and includes a 5-year warranty. At $25, this product is affordable and is “the one thing that everyone can do cheaply,” says Mazeffa.
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ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL REPONSIBILITY Vortis Pendant
IGDA judges decided to use this competition to educate consumers about unfamiliar terminology and to advise them on what to look for when shopping for certain home building and furnishing products. Below are some useful definitions and resources. —Christina Jelski
Hubbardton Forge Hubbardton Forge, a Vermont lighting company that has won numerous awards for environmental excellence, was recognized for its environmental leadership and social responsibility. The Vortis Pendant includes an energyefficient lamping option and is built to last. Hubbardton Forge utilizes sustainable manufacturing processes throughout its business; it has decreased VOC emissions and other hazardous waste by 98 percent and water discharge by 97 percent in recent years.
FUNCTION Caroma Profile Smart Toilet with Integrated Sink Caroma
Composting Resources abound for city dwellers who want to compost indoors. Undercabinet composting is a popular method, sometimes utilizing worms or wheat bran and microbes to speed up the process. Products like Nature Mill’s undercabinet composter offer a simpler alternative, or residents can purchase a composting bin from the NYC Compost Project (nyccompost.org). Scraps for composting can be deposited at the Union Square Farmers Market or at the Lower East Side Ecology Center Community Garden (lesecologycenter.org).
Cradle to Cradle Also known as C2C, cradle-tocradle design focuses on keeping products out of landfills by creating a cyclical method of manufacturing. Rather than going from cradle-to-grave at the end of its lifecycle, a C2C product can be recycled and its materials repurposed. Cer tification is done by McDonough Braungar t Design Chemistry (MDBC), authors of the book Cradle to Cradle. (c2ccer tified.com).
Energy Star A government-backed program that rates products based upon a set of criteria specific to the type of product. Energy Star’s main goal is to reduce emissions and pollutants, to offer consumers high-functioning, energyefficient products. The Energy Star label can be found on appliances, window treatments, building materials, electronics, heating and cooling devices, lighting, fans, plumbing products, and more. (energystar.gov)
FSC Certified A product marked as FSC cer tified has been approved by the Forest Stewardship Council after demonstrating adherence to 10 principles which cover everything from environmental to community issues. An independent, globally-recognized, nonprofit organization, the FSC promotes responsible harvesting of the world’s forests. It is known for strict guidelines that ban: harvesting more than what grows back, replacement by tree plantations, toxic chemicals, and genetically modified trees. The FSC also strives to protect biodiversity, rivers and streams, rare and ancient trees, and to suppor t indigenous peoples. SFI Certified Cer tification from the Sustainable
A novel solution for cramped city bathrooms, this product eliminates a bathroom sink by incorporating it into the toilet. After flushing, fresh cold water goes through the faucet for hand washing and then drains back into the tank to be used for the next flush, cutting down on water usage, which also decreases plumbing and piping costs, says Mazeffa. Honigstock notes that this is “pushing the envelope” and hopes that it opens homeowners’ eyes to the way plumbing works, enlightening them on how much water goes into a toilet and how one can efficiently decrease water use.
“I would love to see [the Caroma integrated sink/toilet] in New York City restaurants.” —Joanna Black 24 New York House / June 2010
Forestry Initiative means wood and paper products backed by the American Forest & Paper Association, a national group that is much less rigorous than the FSC. SFI policies permit practices such as large clearcuts, logging close to rivers and streams, the use of toxic chemicals, conver ting old-growth forests into tree plantations, and the use of genetically modified trees, according to a study from the National Resources Defense Council. (credibleforestcer tification.org/fileadmin/materials/old_growth/ dont_buy_sfi/sfi_facts/7_-_NRDC_Comparison.pdf)
environmental benefits of a particular product or service in order to be seen in a positive light. With the ubiquity of “green” products, this concept is becoming prevalent in advertising and marketing, meaning it is important to investigate manufacturers’ claims when purchasing a product or service.
Induction cooking A more efficient method of cooking, an induction range cooks food in about half the time of conventional cook tops, and does so with less energy. Instead of heating the cook top and then warming the pan, the pan is directly heated so cooking is faster and less heat is lost off the sides.
LED Light-emitting diodes, or LEDs, are a long-lasting, more efficient alternative to traditional light bulbs. Although more expensive than incandescents or fluorescents, LEDs offer a payback in energy savings, longer lifetime, and greater reliability. LEDs that give light quality similar to incandescent are just now entering the market and prices are expected to come down. Lifecycle analysis A lifecycle analysis evaluates a product or service’s environmental impact. Each impact area of a product is examined in great detail, including impacts associated with material acquisition, packaging, use, disposal, and transportation. This helps the consumer choose a product or service that is the least harmful or wasteful.
Passive solar gain Passive solar gain technologies, like installing windows that face toward the sun, can help home owners harness the power of the sun without complicated, mechanical systems. The sun’s rays heat the home, meaning less fuel is used for heating. Phantom load/phantom electricity Electronics such as cell phone chargers, TVs, DVD players, stereos, and microwaves continue to draw power in “power save” or “sleep” mode, even if they are not being used. This results in “phantom” or “vampire load,” which can be avoided by using a power strip or timer, making it easier to turn all electronics off when not in use.
R-Value/R-Factor R-factor measures the efficiency of insulation, of thermal resistance. For windows and walls, the higher the R-factor, the better insulated a home is, meaning less heat is lost, higher energy efficiency, and lower heating bills. This comes into play in windows, wall insulation, and window treatments. The R-value decreases depending on installation, thickness of the surrounding walls, caulking, or seal around the windows, among other factors. Claims of R-value can be highly exaggerated since the key to R-value is first and foremost proper installation.
GPF Gallons per flush. The most recent plumbing industry standard is 1.6 gpf for traditional toilets, while dual-flush toilets usually range from 1.28 gpf to .8 gpf.
Greenwashing The act of misleading consumers regarding the environmental practices of a company or the
VOC Volatile organic compounds, VOCs, are often harmful to the environment and human health. Unfortunately, VOCs are common in traditional building materials and finishes, so it is always important to look for paints, carpets, and coatings that are low- to no-VOC.
NO AWARDS GIVEN: Judges declined to give an award for bedding and window treatments, as they felt none of the submissions met the criteria of the competition, most notably those of design and innovation. In bedding, they praised one company for use of organic materials, but felt the product didn’t meet the remaining IGDA criteria. In window treatments, there was considerable debate over manufacturer claims, specifically the R-value and performances of certain products. The panel felt that large corporations have a responsibility to reduce the environmental impact of their manufacturing and create truly green products rather than put marketing spin on existing products.
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New York House presents the second annual
A&D Building
Designer Showcase
A glimpse inside New York’s ultimate design resource, the Architects & Designers Building BY emily herendeen, christina jelski, and nancy meyer; PHOTOGRAPHS PROVIDED
W Architects & Designers Building 150 E. 58th St. (between Lexington & Third Aves.) New York, NY 10155 (212) 644-2766 adbuilding.com
elcome to the second edition of our Architects & Designers Building Showcase, spotlighting noteworthy showrooms in this 11-floor destination for exclusive kitchen and bath design in midtown Manhattan. Architects, interior designers, and consumers alike can find the latest products from premium U.S. and international brands in tile and stone, countertops, cabinetry, fixtures, appliances, accessories, furniture, electronics, and more at the A&D. But elegance meets environmental responsibility as well in these showrooms, as many have expanded their ecofriendly, energy- and water-saving, and sustainablyproduced product offerings and have conducted green showroom renovations. This is just a taste of what can be found in the A&D Building; for a full listing, visit adbuilding.com/showrooms/directory.cfm
Edward Fields
11th Floor
Known for its bespoke, hand-tufted, custom-designed carpets, Edward Fields has been making carpets and rugs for more than 70 years. This flagship showroom features the firm’s iconic designs, such as the earthy, speckled Terra rug and its newest collection, Riviera, inspired by French grillwork and parquet floors. These new collections also repurpose older ones, says Director of Business Development Jeffrey Brody. “Some of them are iconic Edward Fields designs that have been translated into more current technique and fiber content.” The luxurious, hand-tufted, knotted, and flat weave carpets made of wool and silks are made to order. Owned by parent company Tai Ping, Fields is designer-driven as opposed to trend-driven, like Tai Ping, and meant for the floors of timeless Park Avenue apartments, Brody says. Collection pieces can be customized by color and an added bonus: “They wear forever,” Brody says.
(212) 310-0400; edwardfields.com
sT. charles of new yorK Eighth Floor St. Charles of New York, a premiere custom design firm specializing in kitchens, distinguishes itself by its personalized design and customer service. Karen Williams, co-principal with Robert Schwartz, attends cooking demonstrations and schools around the world to learn the latest techniques, use the latest cooking equipment, and bring these to clients. Passion for cooking informs her designs; every kitchen is highly functional according to the client’s usage, but is also exquisitely designed for quality and longevity. St. Charles of New York offers a wide variety of brands and styles of cabinetry, appliances, countertops, and fixtures, from very traditional to contemporary, and integrates them seamlessly. An example is a vignette featuring a Wolf cooktop and deep fryer flanking an integrated sink whose front profile matches the Wolf appliances. A traditional butler’s pantry in onyx is stunning, as are glass cabinets with marble tile. Exclusive products abound, including LaCornue’s built-in rotisserie, the only one on the market. All wood cabinets are made in the U.S. and are FSC-certified, but St. Charles also favors veneers, which create virtually no waste in production, as well as metal cabinetry made from 70 percent recycled material. Its new metal cabinetry is 90-percent recyclable as well. Ecofriendly countertop options include Renewed Materials LLC’s Alkemi, and numerous options from Coverings, Etc., which contribute LEED points.
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DAVIS & WARSHOW Fourth Floor With its expansion completed last November, Davis & Warshow now showcases in more than 7,000 square feet a vast array of sinks, faucets, showers, bathtubs, and vanities, and exclusively houses Kohler’s premiere program line. “I don’t think there’s any other kitchen or bath showroom in the city that meets the LEED requirements that we do or stresses environmentally-friendly products like we do,” says Director of Showrooms, Sheldon Malc. “It’s the mission of Davis & Warshow.” Built with sustainable, medium-density fiberboard and low-VOC materials, the expanded showroom also features low-flow and dual-flush toilets, LEED-compliant aerators and showerheads, and a new, eco-friendly brand of vanities, Waterfall. Meanwhile, Kohler, as part of its WaterSense program, features toilets that flush on 1.28 gallons—the lowest on the market. “I do a lot of research and I try to choose lines that differentiate us,” adds Malc. “I want to concentrate on what we’re good at, and that’s what we did with this showroom.”
(212) 688-5990; dwny.com
EXQUISITE SURFACES
Ninth Floor
A family-owned European company, Exquisite Surfaces specializes in imported stone, terra cotta, and tile, as well as beautiful hardwood flooring. “We pride ourselves on finding new products all the time and we travel all over the world to find them,” says Showroom Manager Alexis Nataf, adding that latest finds include a line of stone from China that is “reasonably priced. Although we work with a high-end clientele, people are looking at pricing and want to combine quality with reasonable prices.” Another new discovery is Exquisite Surfaces’ ecofriendly engineered wood, which consists of a thin layer of hardwood placed over sustainable, fastgrowing wood material. Manufactured in Belgium, the engineered wood also uses safe, nontoxic finishes, which Nataf adds, are slowly becoming standard for all Exquisite Surfaces products. “People are demanding less hardwood and more ecofriendly finishes, but these things are also becoming mandatory,” he explains.
(212) 355-7990; exquisitesurfaces.com
NOVA STUDIO
Third Floor
Although home to seven European brands, the Nova Studio showroom is a little like the set of a favorite cooking show. Arclinea’s kitchens are the focus of the space, with streamlined cabinetry, spacious island countertops, and industrial shelving creating a perfect marriage between form and function. “One issue people have with German or Italian products is that although they are beautiful and well-designed, they are very cold,” says Marc Schlesser, senior designer. “We take a different approach. The way we merchandise, it’s always shown with [kitchen equipment and supplies.] That’s the way people live, and that’s the Arclinea message: real kitchens for real people.” Prolific Italian designer Antonio Citterio collaborated with the brand, adding innovative touches like countertop plate warmers, hidden sockets, and a grow-light for fresh herb plants. Other features are ecofriendly, such as Arclinea’s recyclable down-draft hoods, no-VOC/formaldehyde materials, and FCC-compliant woods. “We want to show the best of European design,” explains Schlesser. “Arclinea is very sleek and modern, but very different from what you see elsewhere.”
(212) 624-1400; novastudio.com
VALLI & VALLI
Fifth Floor
Known for elegant door levers and handles, cabinetry hardware, and other finishing touches, Valli & Valli understands that great design extends to a home’s smallest details. “People sometimes don’t usually put a lot of emphasis on the door hardware, but for us, it’s very important,” explains Valli & Valli Director Marinella Formenti. “When you visit [a home], it’s the first thing that you touch.” Begun in 1934, the Italian-based company now features “artistic handles” created by some of the design world’s biggest names. Frank Gehry, Antonio Citterio, Zaha Hadid, Mario Bellini, and Gae Aulenti are among the more than 40 creative collaborators who have worked with the brand, and this newly expanded showroom was designed by Yoshimi Kono, president of Kono Designs. “The showroom has really helped us brand our name,” says Formenti. “Designers and architects can come in and they can really feel and touch our product and see how different we are from our competition. We want to show people what is the best of the best in the market.” But Valli & Valli is also hoping to bring its innovative designs to a wider audience with Ecostile, a more affordable line.
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Sub-Zero/Wolf Fifth Floor One of Sub-Zero/Wolf’s newest products featured in its A&D showroom is the latest in cooking efficiency, the Induction Cooktop, which uses 90 percent of the energy to heat the middle of the pan, instead of escaping off the burner. Corporate Chef Dan Coleman Teitelbaum demonstrates its efficiency in the showroom, boiling five cups of ice in three-and-a-half minutes. The cooktop is just one of the company’s many energy-efficient products. “We’re virtually all Energy Star now,” Marketing Director Frank Sorrentino says of the product line. “One of things that we’re very conscious of is green building and green kitchens,” he adds. Sub-Zero/Wolf’s products are also all made in the U.S. and its refrigerators boast superior food preservation, particularly longer life for produce. Designs represent the latest trends, including flush cabinetry with little hardware, stainless steel and hidden refrigerator doors, matching cabinetry and narrow, single-door “columns” refrigerators and freezers, ideal for small spaces.
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idden on a 28-acre plot in the Hudson Valley, there sits a floating, pod-like spaceship of a home—that looks like it could take off at any moment. The structure is a dome home, the only one of its kind in the U.S., constructed from Patrick Marsili’s French design by owner Shiva Vencat. The exterior is deceptive; it’s only inside that one fully grasps the openness and the vast dimension of the structure that measures 2,500 square feet. “It’s a very surprising effect,” Vencat says. While its shape is what makes it most unique, it also enables the home to be environmentally friendly and responsible. The dome sits on a steel ring which can rotate the structure to track the sun, making use of passive solar energy. “You can turn it [if ] you want to have breakfast facing the mountain and lunch facing the forest,” says Vencat. He rotates the house twice a year, however, in summer and winter, to face away from and toward the sun. The house’s long, trapezoidal windows reach up toward the dome’s summit, soaking up so much sun that on winter days, Vencat rarely uses heat. “It could be very cold out there and just the sun is heating the house, but the heater won’t kick in,” Vencat relates. Vencat, originally from Mauritius and then France, learned about the dome concept from a newspaper in France. It had won environmental prizes in Europe, and he contacted the builder, dreaming of building his own. After moving to New York City, Vencat bought land in the foothills of the Shawangunk Mountains 15 years ago, but did not begin building until 2000, and the house was completed in 2003. Costing $250,000 to build, the structure required an additional $250,000 for the interior’s custom design, necessary to accommodate the home’s curves. Afterwards, Vencat invested in the company, becoming CEO of Domespace Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Domespace France Inc. Domespace Inc. is currently trying to find a market for these homes in the U.S., but would need to become real estate developers, Vencat says, to purchase land, build, and then sell the domes. The dome shape has benefits beyond passive solar energy, he says. The frame is cedar, an innately sustainable material that is resistant to bacteria, mildew, rotting, and never needs refinishing. Inside, it is insulated with wood pulp and floors are made of materials from certified forests. Because it does not come in direct contact with condensation from the ground, it’s moisture free. It is also anti-seismic and hurricane proof, making it a perfect for natural disasterprone areas like California, Florida, and Louisiana, he says. “It’s a very organic building,” Vencat says, “it actually moves.” The house may tilt during an earthquake, but can be adjusted back to its normal 30 new york house / June 2010
“You can turn it [if] you want to have breakfast facing the mountain and lunch facing the forest.” –Shiva Vencat position. In extreme weather, wind runs right off, since there’s no frontal surface to resist and lift the structure. An entrepreneur with an eye for the innovative and ecofriendly, Vencat started his career in metal and mineral trading and was involved in processing and mining nickel, copper, and cobalt, bearing material into intermediate and finished products. “I was in an industry that was not really taking care of [the earth],” he says. Vencat has since ventured into more ecofriendly pursuits, building compressed air cars in his role as CEO of Zero Pollution Motors. He also promotes geothermal and solar energy in India, and is distributing a filter from India that purifies or “dynamizes” water. “I’m trying to make sure we’ll have clean energy to clean the planet.” The common denominator of what I do,” he notes, “is trying to do things that can make money but are also good for the environment.” The home’s curvature demands furniture and fixtures that follow it—the kitchen counter is shaped like a racetrack, illuminated by an overhead, bent light fixture made by local steelworker Jeff McKelvey. The curved interior necessitates custom-made furniture and built-in storage to maximize the space. Shelves are built-in, closets are also curved, and beds are tucked into the wall arcs. The modern, minimal design aesthetic features clean lines, furniture and appliances in whites, creams, tans, and stainless steel. A small, black piano sits beneath the window, where Vencat’s eight-year-old son, Rohan, practices his lessons and composes his own music. Countering the modernity of the furniture are the accoutrements to any home with children—shelves full of books and movies, stacks of board games, and toys, like Rohan’s miniature car tucked behind the staircase. The shape of the house also may contribute to some unexplained, mysterious phenomena, Vencat suggests. He sleeps better here than in Manhattan, and the orchids and plants that died in the city are now flourishing. Supposedly, the most beautiful aesthetic
Above: Shiva Vencat stands next to the curved countertop in the kitchen, with the refrigerator and custom cabinets hidden in the wall beneath the upstairs portion of the home. opposite, left to right: Fluent in French and English, vencat’s son Rohan keeps his shelves filled with books in both languages; The upstairs bathroom houses a built-in tub, Grohe faucet, and Toto dual-flush toilet.
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proportions—called “the golden ratio”—are found in the pyramids of Egypt, cathedrals, Da Vinci’s Vitruvian man, and in the dome home. This golden ratio is not just a measure of beauty, but of unexplained perfection, Vencat explains, recalling a test he did with a model pyramid and an egg. He cracked an egg inside the pyramid and it solidified rather than rotted. While he can’t put his finger on it, the home seems to contain similar properties. “There is some sort of resonance,” he says, “There’s no equipment to measure it, but something happens.” While the house is certainly one-of-a-kind here in the U.S., it is like any home—a work in progress. Vencat hopes to put a fireplace in the center of the home, and he also plans to install geothermal heating, an indoor Zen garden, and a fish pond on the surrounding property. But Vencat’s sustainable lifestyle and business ventures are part of the larger goal: to provide a safe and healthy environment for Rohan and future generations. He cites the Native American proverb: “We don’t inherit the earth. We borrow it from our children,” adding, “If we plunder the earth what are we leaving for our children?” n
Resource List Domespace International: Designer: Patrick Marsilli domespace.com
Metal Work: Mac’s Iron Works, Inc. New Paltz, Jeff McKelvey, Sr. (845) 255-4462, macsiron95@aol.com
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Appliances/Fixtures: General Electric geappliances.com Kindred Sinks kindred-sinkware.com Grohe faucets grohe.com Toto toilets totousa.com Bosch appliances bosch-home.com
TOP: The dome home sits on a hill, with only its small base touching the ground. CENTER, left to right: During winter, the dome’s door is positioned in front of the steps to the wrap around deck that is permanently built into the ground. In summer, the front door is closer to the hottub on the deck, as the home rotates clockwise, windows facing away from the sun; In the base are the “guts” of the home, the mechanicals and switch board Vencat uses to rotate the home. RIGHT: Vencat, smiling in the background, watches as Rohan practices the piano.
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upiter and Uranus arrive in Aries this month, forming a spectacular, visionary conjunction on the Aries Point—the first degree of the zodiac. For all of us, this is a leap-ahead point; a chance to embrace a new dimension of potential and to release the emotional and mental baggage that has held us back in the past. I know that every self-help book ever written offers a prescription to help us do precisely this. Victor Hugo said that nothing is as powerful as an idea whose time has come. Now, imagine this applies directly to you.
Aries (March 20 – April 19)
There are times when we try to redefine ourselves, and times when we simply discover that we’re someone new. Despite your best efforts to assert who you are, events this month will give you a whole new basis for how you know yourself, think of yourself, and relate to your own existence. This sounds like a tall order, I know, though the astrology is not subtle. You’re likely to discover that the most significant developments are ones that were in progress for many years prior to their becoming obvious. And they relate to who you associate with as much as how you consider yourself: the two are closely related. Let new encounters give you the space and freedom to be a new person.
Taurus (April 19 – May 20)
You exist with a “self within yourself,” and this can be confusing or challenging, because it’s not always possible to access that inner being. Then there are times when that entity announces its presence and gets your attention. You may find yourself making decisions based on entirely different criteria; you may find yourself in a struggle to resist or deny the inner changes you feel. It’s never easy to be at odds with who you are. True, being entirely oneself presents certain challenges, but at least they are part of a quest for authentic existence. We are entering a time of mandatory integrity—and for you, that means being true to your existence from the inside out.
Gemini (May 20 – June 21)
You don’t ask too much from life, but rather far too little. Life is offering you a series of opportunities to see what is possible, and to allow that to expand the bounds of your perception. Observe the extent to which you’ve allowed the groups of people you surround yourself with to define who you are. You’ve been tired of this for a while and you appear ready for the alternative: to make your own scene. This means to step out of what’s expected of you in such a vivid way that you take leadership in your own life and in the world around you. When you’re done, you will be surrounded by people who you influence more than they influence you.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
You now have the freedom to break through any glass ceiling that’s holding you back: particularly in your career, but in truth, in any other aspect of your existence. In your continuous quest for perfection or truth (depending on the day), you may have overlooked the prerogative to define your existence in your own way: as a divine right. It is true, your parents thought of you a certain way and as you grew older, you made a series of revisions in the name of practicality. The options you now have, and the potential that is about to come due, will help you break free from the past, and assert your freedom to choose in ways that you would have never imagined possible.
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Leo (July 22 – August 23) We are all limited by our beliefs and by our idea of what we think is possible. You seem to be aware that how you define yourself simultaneously defines your potential experience. Therefore, stretch all your definitions of yourself: what you’re capable of, where you will travel, how far you will take your creative aspirations and most of all, your faith. It’s true that the angle where the most spectacular astrology occurs this month is on the angle where we look for information about religious influences or ideas about the “higher self.” For you, I would say that agenda item one is: having faith in yourself. Logic and reason will get you so far; then you will take the leap.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22) One of the most popular discussions in self-help circles these days involves the notion of “sacred contracts” and an extension of the idea of karma (cause and effect). Caroline Myss, a proponent of this idea, says, “I believe that we each agree to the terms of our contract before entering the physical realm of this world.” But since most of us don’t remember that realm of reality, it’s a little like waking up and telling you that you’re subject to an agreement you made while you were talking in your sleep. For you, this is a moment of choosing as regards all contracts, agreements, and understandings, whether made “consciously” or not, whether in this realm or some other. To do this will require being alert and awake to an unprecedented degree, though that is always the price of freedom.
Libra (September 22 – October 23)
phases of your life. In the process, you’re likely to encounter shadow material: fear, guilt, hidden issues, and unexpected consequences of past actions. You might say, “I wish I could have the creative part without the shadow part.” Yet one of the gifts of authentic creativity is to give the shadow a purpose, and to use it to advance your life rather than set you back. This, you see, is the true creative process: it not only creates what is new, it deals with what has come before, and reinterprets it. Indeed, I doubt there would be much creativity without the abundant shadow material on our level of existence. Hopefully it won’t be long before oil companies figure this out, but if your chart means anything, you can get the benefits of this equation right now.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 20) You are likely to have a vision this month for what would set you free emotionally. You might even experiment with taking action, though one thing at least is clear—you will feel the bounds that surround you, and the bonds that hold you. You will see the influence of the past and have an extended moment where you know that you have an option to experience your life a different way. Despite the liberating, revolutionary nature of the moment, you may not take action, fearing you’re not quite ready—even if you know certain developments are inevitable. I suggest you decide in advance whether under ideal circumstances, you would choose something new when you’re feeling frustrated and defeated or positive and optimistic.
Aquarius (January 20 – February19)
Everything is a relationship and every relationship comes back to the one you have with yourself. Now is the time to take it to heart; to see the process in action. Certain events this month will seem to be coming from “outside of you”—that is, originating entirely in circumstance, or in the minds of others. And yes, you have the ability, the responsibility, and indeed the privilege of responding. Yet what, that you are experiencing, has its origins in your own consciousness and life path? What choices have you made that have led you to this moment? Note, you’re subject to those choices but you’re not a prisoner of them. In fact, the more clearly you see that your vision is what you get, the more you’re likely to refine your vision and therefore create what you want.
For someone devoted to ideas, none is ever too good. Yet there are authentic breakthroughs. When you encounter such a concept, it’s not an idea in the conceptual sense but rather a living, breathing archetype that takes up existence at the core of your life. You are approaching such a juncture, where your personal values, your highest ideals and what you do with your days are coming into alignment, or rather, to fulfillment. Much that you previously could categorize, sort out and study has become so real that it defies intellectualization. Indeed, this is your opportunity to stop thinking of your existence in mental or intellectual terms and to move from your core, with full authenticity. One result of your considerable growth and introspection is that no other option is viable.
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Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
After 20 years of doing metaphysical consulting I have come to the conclusion that most people don’t know they exist. I know that many think they know they exist, but thinking you know something and actually knowing it are two different matters. You are in one of those moments where you discover, and know beyond any doubt, that you are actually part of this world. Yet to maintain that awareness takes vigilance. It’s not like collecting your bachelor’s degree. It is possible to forget that you are both in and of the world, and that your awareness and therefore ability to choose is the most prominent driving factor of your experience. You are about to have some radical wakening experiences, and to make the most of your life, you would be well served to remember that you exist.
Life can move slowly for a Pisces. It’s as if you’re watching existence from the caboose of the train and yours seems like the last car to pull into the station. Then all of a sudden things surge forward. What happens this month may have the feeling of being premature, but you need to remind yourself that you’ve worked for it, and that you’ve endured many delays and diversions on the way to getting to this point. This particular encounter is a portal to the future that you will have the opportunity to go through, wherein you can see your trajectory in life clearly enough to envision something different and beautiful, make corrections, and reach for something that has long eluded you. The key is to remember these facts when the time comes—and it is boldly arriving.
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Whether you’re ready to buy your first home, move up, or thinking about a second home, this is a great time to buy. Prices are down and it may be years before rates get this low again. Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union (HVFCU), with offices throughout Dutchess, Ulster, and Orange counties, offers a wide range of mortgage solutions to suit your needs.
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Connoisseurs of Extraordinary Properties – Lower Hudson Valley Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty is the premier real estate agency on the west bank of the Hudson River in the lower Hudson Valley and services Rockland, Orange, Sullivan and Ulster Counties, New York. We specialize in uniting extraordinary homes with extraordinary lives. Our mission is ‘Passion, Experience and Reputation.” These three tenets guide our business. We are Passionate in our interactions with clients and customers and get inspired and excited by unique architecture and locations. It is important to note that unique architecture is NOT defined by price. Our Experience is diverse and has enabled us to successfully market and sell a range of fine properties. Our Reputation is always paramount. Our agents continue to “raise the bar” and strive to do better with everything we do. We love what we do! Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty is a leader in the marketplace as we sell the most expensive properties in Rockland and Orange Counties. Since 2005, we have held the record year after year for listing and/or selling the most expensive properties in Rockland, and we have been involved with the top and record year sales in Orange County as well (source: GHVMLS). The Sotheby’s International Realty® brand is based on the heritage of Sotheby’s Auction House, which was founded in 1744 in London. Since then, the name has stood for the most valuable and prestigious possessions in the world. This reputation is built as much upon exceptional service to clients as on the notable art, antiques, jewelry and other objects that pass through its hands. Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty operates much in the same way as the auction house and is founded on the same commitment to exceptional service that characterized the firm’s dealing for more than two centuries ago. Sotheby’s International Realty is led by a group of savvy marketers who have a vision to bring the brand and Ellis Sotheby’s International Realty to new heights by creating an exceptional network of over 500 companies around the globe that share the same vision
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19 Church Avenue • Germantown, NY 12526 Tel: (518) 537-4888 • Fax: (518) 537-5559 • E-mail: hinkein@valstar.net www.hinkeinrealty.com Great starter home! 2 bedroom house features a large living room with fireplace, spacious kitchen, 1 1/2 baths, hardwood floors & new windows. Detached 2 car garage. Large front patio. $150,000
charminG 2 bedroom Farmhouse with Catskill Mountain Views. House has updated kitchen, wonderful wide board floors & exposed beams, 1 & ½ baths & large family room. Small Barn. Covered patio. $189,000
Wonderful catskill mtn VieWs Tasteful 5 BR/2 bath. Contemporary house with 2600 sq ft of living area, hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, sunroom, skylights, C/A, tiered deck, IG pool, 2 car garage & so much more! $339,000
Victorian character & total PriVacy Custom built home with 9 ft ceilings, wood floors, stained glass, French doors, crown moldings, 3 BR, 2 ½ baths, wraparound porch, studio space & Catskill Mtn views. On 8.5 acres set back from road. $499,900
“We’ve Sold Delaware County Since 1889” workiNg Dairy Farm Walton (607) 865-7000 WWW.ogdenrealestate.org
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Renovated farmhse on 43+/- acs w/3300sf of Delaware River frontage w/established, top-notch, turnkey kennel business w/numerous outbldgs. Spacious home w/4 bdrms, 1 ½ bths, new kit & lrg covered rocking chair porch w/river valley views. Kennel & offices are housed in a beautiful 4-story barn. Also perfect for veterinarians & other animal lovers! Asking: $450,000 #41378
W/279+/- acs. 4-bdrm home w/gar, 40x120 main barn w/equipment, pipe line, cleaners & SS 600-gal tank. A 24x72 pole barn for heffers. A 30x60 coverall bldg freestall & 40x80 hay & equip storage bldg. Office in main barn & 24x36 gar w/elec. Farm holds 150+/- cattle. Asking: $1,200,000 #76588
Feel the Nostalgia
W/this quaint 3-bdrm, 1 ½-bth country farmhse on 9+ acs. Double dormered frt roof, 2 firepls, wideplank flrs up & yellow pine flrs down, nice covered frt porch, back deck & 2nd-flr veranda off mstr bdrm. Barn has orig wooden pegs & hand-hewn beams. Charming homestead! Asking: $220,000 #76325
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Picturesque 111-ac parcel w/lrg pond and nice mixture of open & wooded. Enjoy fresh air, beautiful views & abundant wildlife. Asking: $299,000 #76445
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4-bdrm, 2-bth, ranch-style home in nice condition w/beautiful views. Freshly painted inside & new carpeting. LR w/stone firepl, DR w/sliding dr leading to deck that is being built, mstr bdrm w/ mstr bth, encl porch & 2-car gar in basemnt. Nice yard w/3+/- acs. Asking: $239,900 #76218
40.54 surveyed acs just outside vill w/beautiful bldg site, spectacular views, never-failing spring, pond sites, log rds, excellent hunting & 2 reclaimed stone quarries for picnics & recreation. Asking: $160,000 #75113
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3-bdrm home w/extreme class & perfect setup for mother/daughter living accommodation. Absolutely beautiful w/light colored hdwd throughout, well maint, kitchenette on basement flr & lighted wd walkway to gazebo next to stream & built-in bar. Asking: $329,900 #76543
For the horse loVer
Beautiful 3-bdrm home & farm equipped for the horse lover. 4+ acs w/60x100 indoor riding arena, 10 hdwd horse stalls w/birthing area, another barn for cows, landscaped lawn, stream, nice views & on well-maint rd. Asking: $299,000 #76590
13.35 surveyed acs w/engineered bldg plans, several bldg sites, on town-maint rd, views, surrounded by farms, abandoned farm meadows & woods. Asking: $84,900 #74713
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PRIVATE SLICE OF HEAVEN Exclusive On 72 acres, award-winning architect and established builder bring you this 5,600 square foot home of classic lines and timeless materials, stunning light, 5 woodburning fireplaces. Outdoor paradise with ig pool, stream, pond. Asks: $2.75M. Web#1828554 Nancy Horowitz, SVP 212.381.6554
GATSBY OVER THE HUDSON RIVER Exclusive A magical landscape that you might stumble upon in a childhood dream. 4 bedrooms/3.5 baths storybook manor with glorious gardens, porches and patios. 2 wood-burning fireplaces, countless windows. Guest cottage, barn/garage. Asks: $1.71M. Web#1834337 Nancy Horowitz, SVP 212.381.6554
SLEEK CONTEMPORARY Exclusive Newly built, mountain views with 16 acres, spectacular contemporary of glass, wood and stone, 3,500 square feet, 4 bedroom/4 bath, timeless materials, elegance surround you, Brazilian wood floors, in garden pool, cedar deck and central air conditioning. Asks: $1.495M. Web#1810714 Mary Beaton Stapleton 518.929.7783
COUNTRY COMPOUND Exclusive 19th century estate on 11 acres. Designed by award wining architect. Modern farmhouse, guest house/ studio and 2 car garage. 2 story screened porch overlooks swim pond. 2 hours from NYC, near Hudson Amtrak. Asks: $1.299M. Web#1831698 Jean Stoler 518.755.4298
HUNT COUNRTY COLONIAL Exclusive Old Chatham, center hall Colonial. Ideal home on10 secluded acres. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with a dream kitchen, overlooking an in-ground pool. Exceptional value. Convenient to NYC, Boston and Albany. Asks: $949K. Web#1810455 Jean Stoler 518.755.4298
ENCHANTED COUNTYR PARADISE Exclusive Be left breathless at the love and attention to historic detail in this restoration. Marvel at the magic: wood, beams, wood-burning fps and light of 1870s barns, sweet garden house and pond on 11 private acres. Asks: $850K. Web#1614629 Nancy Horowitz, SVP 212.381.6554 Carolyn Lawrence 518.929.6199
VICTORIAN CONTEMPORARY Exclusive Custom frame home overlooking Hudson River and Catskill views, 3 bedrooms/3 baths, hardwood floors, living room with firplace, bonus room upstairs and wraparound deck to view sunsets on 1.8 acres. Asks: $379K. Web#1830216 Mary Beaton Stapleton 518.929.7783
RARE ESTATE OPPORTUNITY Exclusive Glorious1800s home ready to restore set on a running creek on 22 acres of fields, mature trees, weathered barns and quaint guest house, restored and currently income producing. Asks: $595K. Web#1836669 Nancy Horowitz, SVP 212.381.6554 Bruce Pace 518.828.0181
GOT SPACE? Exclusive Solid brick with 4 large bedrooms, 3 full baths, open living area with 4 season sunroom. 2 car garage, patio, wood-burning fireplace and 2 acres complete the picture. A charming neighborhood and updates. Asks: $275K. Web#1761355 Jennifer Capala 917.685.6925
THE BEST RESTORATION Exclusive NYC design professional perfected the restoration of 3 stunning floors, 3,000 square feet, turn of century townhouse, garden, 2 car garage, near Amtrak, shops and restaurants. Outshines the competition. Asks: $549K Web#1745535 Carolyn Lawrence 518.929.6199 HISTORIC HIGH STYLE Exclusive 1850s 3 bedrooms/2 baths side hall colonial with nooks, crannies and light. Cozy woodburning fireplace in living room, many original details, WBFPs, all modern amenities. Deck overlooks the parklike grounds of the famous Vanderpoel House. Asks: $327K. Web#1813305 Carolyn Lawrence 518.929.6199
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FOREGET THE HAMPTONS Exclusive Panoramic views, 8,500SF, 6 bedrooms/7 baths, 21 acres, separate guest/studio apartment and house keeper/ nanny apartment, superior quality with every amenity, oversized 3 car garage, surround sound, private enclave. Asks: $2.9M. Web#1649558 Mary Beaton Stapleton 518.929.7783
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PRISTINE HUDSON River Victorian 3 story unspoiled empire style mansion with 18 marble fireplaces on 25 acres on the Hudson River, 800 foot of frontage and Catskill views. $3,000,000
HISTORIC COLONIAL + Amazing 1700s Colonial Mansion + office building, rental units, OWNER MORTGAGE. Currently gross income is $4,000/m on 12 acre estate $2,000,000
HUDSON RIVER STONEHOUSE early stone house has been renovated with magnificent views of the Hudson River in private location with 10 riverfront acres, inground pool, garage, more land available. $1,3000,000
CLINTON COLONIAL brand new 4700 sf custom home, huge mastersuite+ 3 bdr. ,granite & stainless kitchen, walkout basement, 57 ac just 10 minutes to TaconicPkwy. $999,000
VIEWS, VIEWS Private, hill-top 4 Bdr/3 b on 116 acres. Lovely country home, just 2 hrs NYC, open floor plan, 4 bay garage building. $949,000
FULL CATSKILL VUS incredible privacy and views from this 20 + acre parcel, close to the Berkshires. $699,000
WORKING HORSE FARM 17+ ac, Victorian farmhouse with original details, 9 outbuildings inc. creamery, farm store, poultry house, 5 barns. Distant Catskills views $669,000
SPECTACULAR VIEWS CONTEMPORARY 5000sf Luxury home with full view of the Catskills range, 5 Bdr (2 mastersuites) 3.5 ba. formal close to SkiWindham. $599,000
CLINTON CATSKILL VUS full range Mountain views from this 65 acre rolling wooded parcel, estate setting. $375,000
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COLUMBIA COUNTY 184 acres spectacular Catskills views, lots of gravel COMMERICAL ZONE 91+ acres with long frontage, ideal for shopping center LIVINGSTON Commercial/Residential 60+ acres, Rte 9 mixed development, good soils OPERATING CEMENT PLANT fully approved, in Cairo, convenient location, 10 year lease UPSCALE CONNECTICUT MOTEL 23 unit gem in great area on 6.5 acres. HUDSON: DEVELOPMENT OR ESTATE 130 acres, near NYS Thruway, Amtrak GALLATIN HORSE FARM, 3 houses, 8 stall barn,great views/good frontage on 32 acres. DEER LAKE 2 houses, 7 units, gross $83K on 21 acres beach, development possibilities MEDICAL COMPLEX 6000 sq.ft. gross 60K, net 40K, great rural location, upscale community MULTI-FAMILY + RESTAURANT newly refurbished, 7 fully rented units,. $60K gross, noi $41K. CATSKILL 4 UNIT BRICK great income property $40K gross, large apartments w/upgrades. INCOME ON CREEK 2 family, one unit rented at $795, + building lot
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TAGHKANIC/HILLSDALE 475 acres,ponds, magnificent views, sub-dividable $7,125,000 COLUMBIA COUNTY 184 acres spectacular Catskills views,lots of gravel $4,000,000 LIVINGSTON Commercial/Residential 60+ acres, Rte 9 mixed development, good soils $1,950,000 LIVINGSTON FARM 168 acres fields, woods, and privacy, two streams, large barn $1,300,000 HUDSON: DEVELOPMENT OR ESTATE 130 acres, nr NYS Thruway, Amtrak $850,000 CANAAN FARM 133 acres 15 minutes to Tanglewood, open fields& woods. $550,000 WINDHAM 62+ acres sub dividable w/views, adjacent to state land $385,000 CAIRO 50 acres incredible building site, lakefront, airstrip quiet country road $275,000 RECREATIONAL PARADISE 56 acres, woods,fields, pond, views, multiple building sites, ownfinan $169,500 HUNTERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PARADISE 27+ wooded ac. buildable sub-divide,Mtn. views,privacy $110,000 3LOTS close to Albany, rural, great deal $75,000 BUILDING LOTS: GALLATIN $44k, TACONIC HILLS $39k, GHENT $29k, CAIRO $19k, ATHENS $7.5k
Exceptional Columbia County Property
HISTORIC JOHN BAY FARM Center hall farmhouse has wideboard floors, 12 over 12 windows, 5 working fireplaces. Set back from the road on 38 open & wooded acres with guest cottage, garden house, rebuilt 2-story barn, large post & beam barn, two ponds & stream… $849,000
VICTORIANA Artist’s home has tower, original details, great sun porch & mature gardens. Two studios & bath in large barn… $334,000
18th CENTURY TAVERN Has original stair hall, mantles, beams, & wide floor boards. Modern additions include great room, kitchen master suite with study, sunroom, & deck. In all, there are 6 fireplaces, 5 bedrooms, & 4 baths… $525,000
BOUTIQUE SHOP Original storefront, versatile retail space, 2 living levels above, brick carriage house, & nice garden… $325,000
TWO COUNTRY COTTAGES One all renewed, one ready to renovate, plus studio on quiet road with 9 private acres of fields, woodlands, & stream… $295,000
LAKESIDE BUNGALOW Charming home has open living area, 3 bedrooms, great porch, gardens, & views of Summit Lake… $195,000 ARTS & CRAFTS Stylishly renovated 1920’s bungalow with original detail & new mechanicals has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large front porch & deck… $339,900
CLASSIC CLAVERACK ORIGINAL Restored 1830 center hall home has 5 fireplaces, wide-board floors, original doors, windows, & hardware… $325,000
LIVE & WORK Elegant spaces on 3 floors with curved stair, bay window, original details, new designer kitchen, sunny deck, & garden… $495,000 Available to rent for $2,000/month.
1930 DUTCH COLONIAL REVIVAL Top quality home has hardwood floors, sunroom, 2 fireplaces, 4 bedrooms & 3.5 baths, on 1.4 acre. Great for family & friends. Solar panels cut utility bills… $399,000
CEDAR PARK SCHOOL 1917 solid 4200 sf brick building has 4 large rooms with 12' ceilings, 2 stair cases, & huge window openings; ideal for artist, sound studios, or open living… $365,000
BOW FRONT Gallery & residence, carefully restored; handsome, intact details on Warren Street’s best block… $495,000
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SECLUDED GARDEN OF EDEN 25-acre property at end of a long winding road has a beautiful pond, sunny gunite pool, wildflowers, ferns, perennials, rock outcrops, tall trees, and a delightful sophisticated refuge with open living space, fireplace, long, wide screen porch & open decks that double the living area … $725,000
PRIME VENUE Totally renovated three story 8700 sf commercial building with residential loft, on best block in Hudson… $549,000
RENOVATED Townhouse has ground floor shop or guest apartment, lavish duplex on 2nd & 3rd floors with roof deck & Catskill Mt. views… $359,000
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Ashokan House Ashokan House. 12.5 acres. Beautifully situated in the 40 Level Industrial Acres heart of office Catskill Park, 15,000 only 90square minutes New York Modern building, footfrom manufacturing City, thiswith exceptional hilltop estate miles of building loading docks, auction hallembraces and three bedroom scenicPossible beauty.owner financing. You can sell off 30 acres for Tudor. WEB# HA457857 Woodstock WEB# HA367170 SALT POINT $4,500,000 ..$1,500,000 development.
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Incredible indoor pool with 1600 square foot glass enclosed Taconic Parkway. Mint four/five bedroom, two kitchen patio area. Family room with shuffle board, gorgeous cherry home with views of small lake. Built in 2000 with best kitchen and huge great room with full-wall stone fireplace. of everything. WEB# HA458022 HOPEWELL JUNCTION..........$498,000
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Park Top quality material, Kingwood construction and mechanicals. Generous Totally private with winding drive toconstruction. lovely old size rooms with setting hardwood floors. Steel I-beam homestead. Wonderful distant views, gunite in kitchen ground 95% Carrier heating and cooling. Solid maple pool, twoWEB# fireplaces, plus aWAPPINGERS screened porch with..$385,000 fireplace. HA461272 FALLS cabinets. WEB# HA477216
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1780 Hendrick Estate CircaVillage 1780 John House. home with of Hendricks Millbrook Bed Landmark & Breakfast twelve working fireplaces, andFeatures wideboard Extremely successful, one ofballroom, only twostone around. two floors. 33with acreswide-board with periodand barn, inground pool fireplaces and 18th buildings hardwood floors, century gardens. and built-in bookshelves. Main house with four bedrooms WEB# staatsburg MILLBROOK$2,999,000 ..$850,000 and fourHA549985 baths. WEB# HA466069
Luxurious Rhinebeck House Breathtaking setting withofBurger Park open fields at back Deal a Lifetime and longsix-bedroom paved circular drive. All large rooms high Beautiful home in prestigious Todd with Hill area. ceilings.entry, Elegantly appointed. 10k sq.floors, ft. kitchen with Vaulted master suite, hardwood granite counters and stainless appliances. Covered outdoor WEB# HA522001 rhinebeck $1,995,000 WEB# HA467335 LAGRANGE ................$590,000 terrace.
Mountain Views Building Spectacular Home Setting Mint Condition Commercial Spacious Ranch in Picturesque Spacious 4800 square foot home features open rooms Beautiful Custom finished built luxury home on private ten acres. Very lower level with bath, fireplace and wet dramatic design by David Borenstein. Cathedral ceilings, bar. Main level has hardwood floors, new four season room bamboo floors and radiant heat under Indian slate and master bedroom suite. Almost two level acres with pool floors. and deck. WEB# HA443064 POUGHKEEPSIE ......$398,000 WEB# HA452229 red hook $1,450,000 WEB# HA549211 red hook $1,290,000
3200 square feet. Four offices wired for phone and cat5. Two and curved staircase to master suite. Gourmet kitchen; garages with 26 foot ceilings, two bays 36x40 and 30x40. Sub-Zero refrigerator and Viking six burner range. Three 14 foot overhead doors. 18-26 foot ceilings. High Mountain views. exposure. WEB# HA426932 PLEASANT VALLEY $475,000
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A Cat In Your Lap New roof, siding, windows and garage door are some of the Extremely successful Village Ranch. of Millbrook Bed and Breakfast features of this five-bedroom Hardwood floors under for sale. One of only two around. Two buildings wideboard carpet. Separate entry to lower level. Large fullywith fenced backand hardwood floors, fireplaces, built in bookshelves. WEB# HA388830 WAPPINGERS FALLS......$319,000 yard. WEB# HA466069
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Frontage on Roe Jan River Pleasantly kept three-bedroom Ranch with two-car detached Totally on private fabulous 4500Hardwood to 8400 square with garage almost one acre. floors foot and home large deck vaulted ceilings and mahogany trim hardwood floors. off kitchen. Two zone heat and 15’x18’ family roomHuge are master bedroom andHA458639 much more. WEB# RED HOOK ..$199,000 additional features.suite WEB# HA552399
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71 ACRES iN MiLLBROOk WitH tREMENDOUS ViEWS Located on Chestnut Ridge Road in Millbrook is this four bedroom sprawling ranch home with tremendous views of the Catskill Mountains and Millbrook Countryside. Wonderful opportunity for someone looking for an estate parcel. Co-exclusive. Offered at $2,000,000
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A LOVELy COUNtRy HOUSE Nicely updated circa 1790 colonial home on 6.41 acres with three bedrooms and two and a half baths. incredibly stylish gourmet kitchen, large rooms, original flooring and multiple fireplaces. Absolutely beautiful blend of modern upgrades with a charming old style feel. Offered at $459,000.
LAkEfRONt PROPERty ON UPtON LAkE fabulous contemporary ranch perfect for year round residence or weekend home. Delightful waterfront views from multiple sliding glass doors and decks. Private dock for boating, swimming and fishing. Hardwood floors, LR with stone fireplace. Wonderful retreat to be enjoyed in all seasons of the year. Offered at $535,000.
SPACiOUS RANCH Handsome three bedroom ranch on 5.59 acres, close to the Village of Millbrook. Beautiful property with lovely gardens and mature trees. One level living with spacious rooms and hardwood floors. Circular drive and delightful rear courtyard. Very private setting. Offered at $495,000
tURN Of tHE CENtURy ViLLAgE HOME incredibly charming house on a lovely street in the Village of Millbrook. 1.1 acres of lawn and within walking distance of all that the Village has to offer. Hard wood flooring throughout. New windows. great sunporch with stone fireplace. Offered at $399,000.
LOVELy CiRCA 1920 MiLLBROOk COUNtRy HOUSE Circa 1920 home, well set back from the road, on nearly 2 acres, landscaped with towering maple trees and hedges. Nine foot high ceilings on the first floor, nice woodwork, hardwood floors throughout, 3 bedrooms, LR, DR, den, large kitchen. Large two-story barn. Offered at $329,000
SUN-DRENCHED SPLENDOR Light filled home with walls of glass, arched entry and varied roof lines. A lofty grand room that opens to a large deck provides plenty of room for entertaining. Upper level dedicated to a luxurious master suite. Lower level game room and family room. All on 25+ private acres with stone walls throughout. Offered at $559,000
A delightful country home in a picture perfect setting. ideal location on a lovely country road surrounded by beautiful horse farms but just minutes to the Village of Millbrook. Captivating early schoolhouse with two architecturally designed wings and almost 3500 sq. ft. of living space. Beautiful landscape featuring a treelined drive, gardens with fine plantings, terraces, waterfalls, pond, woodlands and heated in-ground pool. Amazing great room with stone fireplace and spiral stairs to loft. Offered at $999,000
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the house there is a 6,200 sq. Ft. finished barn operating as a kennel. This structure has been designed to be versatile and could easily be converted into an environmentally controlled garage with studio space, horse barn, veterinary clinic or more. The farm land is beautiful and there are mature woodlands with trails. Located in the hills of the Smithfield Valley on the edge of the Millbrook Hunt not far from the train station, fine dining, theater and so much more. More land available! $920,000 amenia – SHorT Sale! Complete renovation inside and out in 2004 including a new septic system. Like to walk, bicycle or roller blade? House is across the street from the Harlem Valley Rail Trail. Great Westchester/NYC commute! Located three miles from Metro-North Wassaic station. Make an offer! Call if you’d like to learn more about a short sale. New Price! $179,000
millerTon – a SearS Home Loaded with charm, this well cared for 3 bedroom home has good size rooms, original wood trim archways and floors, high ceilings, plaster walls, large windows and a very sold construction. The rear yard is completely fenced & landscaped with perennial gardens. Walking distance to the Village of Millerton Main Street & the Harlem Valley Rail Trail. Only 11 miles to the Metro North Train sta. $199,000
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located in a quaint mid-1800’s Hamlet, totally renovated from the bottom up- This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home has a large country kitchen with dining area, a large living room & laundry. There are high ceilings, beautiful cherry and wide board floors and all new appliances. There is a private back yard patio/garden area with a perimeter privacy fence. $239,000
amenia – SHorT Sale! – Make an offer! From bottom to top & inside out, this home has been updated and is in great shape. All on one level, there are 2 BR, 1 1/2 BA, EIK, large LR & access to an attached garage. Double the living space if wish to finish the partial finished lower level. This area walks out to the private back yard and currently has a semifinished heated room (extra bedroom) in addition to a utility room, laundry plus 800 sf of useable space. Built-in plumbing for a 3rd BA. Conveniently located about 5 min. to the Metro-North train. The site offers overlooking views, and is walking distance to the Harlem Valley Rail Trail. $179,000
millerTon – Affordable home in great condition. This well cared for home has a open, light feeling. The seller has opened up the walls between the Kit-LR-DR. There is a newly added enclosed sun porch, two decks, a family room, and a jet tub in the master bath. Also, there is a two car garage. A no traffic area great for children and taking long walks. Close to the Village of Millerton, the Harlem Valley Rail Trail and only 11 miles to the train Sta. $219,000
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SaliSbury, CT – lake fronT properTy Twin Lakes on the channel. A unique opportunity to own a long standing family cottage on the channel. Perfect for getting back to nature, this seasonal cottage has 2 bedrooms; a cozy, open living area with a brick fireplace; full bath and kitchen. There’s a covered patio for the out-door cook-outs, and the dock is only 20 feet from the front door. $340,000 anCram – Enjoy the peace and quiet of the Ancram country side. Located at the base of the Taconic Mountain Range with spectacular views of the Catskill Mountains & terrific sunsets. Down a long drive through Under Mountain Golf Course you can enjoy the beautifully kept greens and close up scenic views of the valley. The 3 bedroom 2 bath home has a fireplace, large master bedroom, a deck overlooking the views and a large 2 car garage with work shop. The 10 acres borders a golf course, so if you play golf, you’ve found your dream home! Centrally located to Berkshire, Litchfield and Hudson valley activities. 1 mile to the Harlem Valley Rail Trail & popular hiking trails. Minutes to skiing. $279,000 millerTon – lakefronT – Peace and tranquility on 1.3 acres w/145 feet of waterfront on Indian Lake. A rare opportunity to own a year-round home (A Acorn Home) on the water. This 4 BDR 2 bath home has 16 foot high cathedral ceiling throughout the main level, lots of natural light and overlooks the lake. The home is surrounded by woods on several sides as to provide privacy. There is a brick fireplace, large screened porch, glass sun porch off the master bedroom, inviting window-seat and more. Located in a private lake community that offers tennis court use, swimming, boating, fishing, and a great group of people. 10 miles to the Metro-North Train, convenient to the Harlem Valley Rail Trail, Tanglewood, Jacob’s Pillow, local ski & hiking areas. $475,000
millerTon – Two properties & two houses - Listing includes a Cottage & Barn at on one property and the main house on the other. The main house is in excellent condition w/many upgrades. On the main floor is a open LR/ Dr arrangement with a sun room and a kitchen, well appointed with may cabinets. There is a laundry as well. The second floor has a Master BR suite & bath plus 2 other bedrooms. The basement has a walk-out door and there are finished rooms there as well. There is an attached 1200 square foot heated garage with 10 foot ceilings & storage above. The second property has a totally renovated 2 BR cottage w/detached 2 car garage w/studio space above. There are all new mechanicals including central AC. There is 1.5 acres if land. (2.53 total acres) There is a stream in the back of the property. The property borders the Harlem Valley Rail Trail. $459,000
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$625,000 NORTH EAST
SET FAR BACK on a long driveway is this private midcentury contemporary on 17.36 park-like acres. This stylish home features large new windows & doors, LR w/FP, family room w/wood stove and a screened porch leading to a lovely terrace. Includes a 2-car detached garage, generator and in ground pool.
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ENCHANTING COUNTRY COTTAGE on 6 acres with a contemporary flair. Private setting overlooks the Oblong Valley and southern Taconic Range. Features 2 BR, 1 BA, living and dining area w/vaulted ceilings. Exquisitely landscaped. Convenient to the Village of Millerton and the Metro North Train Station.
$300,000 AMENIA
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THIS EUROPEAN STYLE HOME w/stone & stucco exterior is privately set on 71.8 acres w/distant views. Home features spacious rooms w/WBF & beamed ceilings, 5 FP, 4 BR, & 4.5 BA. Equipped w/AC, alarm, generator & invisible fencing and a lovely heated gunite pool. Includes a small horse facility.
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SIDE HALL Village Victorian set on a large lot in the Village of Millbrook. Currently a two family home, which could easily be converted back to a single family home. Home features fir floors, 2 BA, and 4 BR. Includes a two car detached garage w/ loft for storage and a garden shed.
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THIS 1810 FARMHOUSE sits privately down a long driveway & borders the Webatuck Creek. Charming early home w/ WBF, 4 FP & covered porch, new kitchen & new bathrooms. Updated utilities, mostly new windows & radiant heat in the basement/FR. Surrounded by century old trees. Move-in condition. Five minutes to Metro North.
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HUDSON RIVER ESTATE. The Tea House at Ferncliff was built in 1948 by Vincent Astor & designed by David Pleydell Bouverie on the croquet court of John Jacob Astor. This charming residence constructed in 2008 surrounds the original Tea House and features 4 BR, 5 BA, 2 FP & an octagonal LR w/French doors & marble FP. On 32.38 acres w/2-car garage. Co-Exclusive.
MAJESTIC CIRCA 1870 Victorian Farmhouse on 13-acres w/FDR & LR w/9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceilings & exquisite plaster moldings. This spacious 6 BR, 2.5 BA home features WBF, beamed ceilings, front & rear porches, heated salt water mineral pool, pool house, outdoor FP, stocked pond, open meadows w/ views & a 3-car detached garage w/a lower barn.
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PRIVATE GETAWAY cottage sited on 16 acres.Built in 1930 this is an ideal starter home with room to add onto. Located in a country setting home features a LR w/ 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; beamed ceilings & stone fireplace, kitchen/dining & 2 BR. Includes a small horse barn, shed & garage.
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MILLBROOK COUNTRY COTTAGE. This comfortable and light filled home features 3 BR, 2 BA w/master on the first level. LR w/ FP, country kitchen & dining area open to sitting room w/vaulted ceiling & French doors to deck. Landscaped & private backyard. Convenient to the Village of Millbrook.
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THIS HIGH STYLE country home has walls of glass, 10 rooms with vaulted ceilings, & an open floor plan w/a huge LR/DR. You will love the 64 ft deck, brick FPL, CA, & the 5 totally private & very beautiful acres. $499,000.
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NOT YOUR USUAL BILEVEL, this Red Hook 4 BR, 2 bath home has an outstanding 27 foot great room, a beautiful K w/stainless appliances, a huge FR, an oversized garage, & a totally fenced yard. Priced to sell! $349,900.
AT THE END of a quiet cul-de-sac, this 4 BR, 3.5 bath colonial has an upscale K, large DR, 2 MBR suites, WB floors in every room, a huge porch, 3 FPLS, + 3.6 totally private & very beautiful acres w/a pond. $355,000.
OUTSTANDING IN EVERY WAY, this luxury home has space, style, & exceptional amenities. 2 MBR suites, huge, deluxe K, FPL, CA, decks, a 3 car garage, & wonderful views of the Catskills & Hudson. WOW! $780,000.
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LaGrange Gentleman’s Farm. 8.75 Acres. Authentic 19th Century hilltop farm. Post and Beam barn. Guest cottage. In-ground pool. Pond. First time offered in over 50 years. Offered at $595,000.
Stately Victorian. Detailed gracious living. Fireplace in formal living room. Hardwood floors throughout. Walking distance to quaint Village of Pawling, shops, restaurants, Metro-North. $495,000.
105 Acres. Thirdgeneration farm in the especially scenic Clove Valley. A highly productive farm with unspoiled, charming 1780 Farmhouse. A gem in the right location. Offered at $2,250,000.
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LAke hoMe oVerLooking brown’S PonD Tastefully renovated Lake Home w/boat dock. Located close to Rhinebeck Village on 2 wooded/open acres, this well-cared for home has an open floor plan w/cathedral ceiling & walls of glass. Enjoy water views from every room. Light-filled kitchen w/dining area, family room w/stone fpl., sunroom & lower level guest suites. $599,000
conteMPorAry w/PooL on 23 + AcreS This property has it all! Privacy, 2 ponds, 2 streams, a waterfall, woods & meadows. An in-ground pool & a screened porch are perfect for entertaining. The house is light-filled with 2BR/2BA. The lower level has a separate entrance & is perfect for guests. There is also a 30 by 45 ft garage/studio/workshop. Minutes to Rhinebeck Village. $649,000
renoVAteD circA 1890 FArMhoUSe Delightful farmhouse in the Hamlet of Staatsburg restored to showcase its original charm and period details. Sited on the edge of the protected greens of Dinsmore. You can cross country ski in winter, golf in summer plus bike and hike in Norrie State Park and view the Hudson River. All within walking distance. $319,000
MiD-centUry conteMPorAry Refreshed & updated Contemporary sited far from the road with a screened in porch, patio & gazebo for outdoor living. Beautifully bright 3BR/2.5BA home with an open floor plan. There is also a charming 2BR guest apartment with deck. All in immaculate condition. Along the rear border, the Landsman Kill rushes toward the Hudson River. $675,000
rAMbLing coUntry rAnch w/PonD Sited on 3 beautiful acres, this home has oversized rooms to satisfy the family looking for spacious living. 4BR/2BA. Two 2 car garages w/workshop, sunroom & back deck w/ above ground pool & a finished basement for a playroom & media room. Located close to Red Hook village. Great family neighborhood. $399,000
chArMing FArMhoUSe w/cAtSkiLL ViewS Great curb appeal with incredible Catskill Mt. views. This 2BR/1.5 BA Germantown farmhouse has been nicely upgraded and improved. Features wonderful gardens, master bedroom with balcony, eat-in kitchen, heated studio/barn plus workshop. $249,000
Fence Sitting? bUy now! Don’t miss this 5BR/3BA farmhouse on 3+ acres, with a huge eat-in kitchen and fireplace, set on a country lane across from a trout stream w/waterfalls. Access to Landsman Kill riding trails and adjoining horse farm with indoor riding ring and boarding facilities. Rhinebeck address and Red Hook schools. $399,000
rhinebeck conteMPorAry cAPe Private, modern cape nestled on 8.3 lovely acres located on a country road just 8 minutes from Rhinebeck. The land has mature trees and meandering gardens. The house, light-filled with an open floor plan, features 3BR/2BA, a chef ’s kitchen, oak floors, wood stove, deck, and a 2 car garage. $392,000
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conteMPorAry FArMhoUSe Stunning architect designed 3 level home nestled on 3.6 private wooded acres in Milan. Spacious open floor plan w/high ceilings, oversized rooms, 2 fpls., WB pine floors, French doors, gourmet kitchen, 3 BR/2.5 BA. Dramatic walking bridge to front entrance, rock ledge outcroppings & stone walls. $775,000
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This handsomely restored 3BR/2BA home overlooks swimming pond, stream and has Catskill views on almost 5 acres. Has country kitchen, living and dining rooms all with fireplaces, WB floors and beamed ceilings. $650,000.
On about 36 acres with swimming pond, 1000’ frontage on the Roe Jan, a restored barn complex and guest cottages, this stylishly renovated 5BR/3BA home has great room, formal parlor with fireplace and country kitchen. $1,500,000.
This lovely 4BR home offers original details including wideboard floors, beamed ceilings, fireplace and period woodwork. Property also includes 2 guest cottages or legal rentals and barn. Rhinebeck Schools. $525,000.
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Secluded 3BR/4BA retreat on 6.61 acres has living room with fireplace and wideboard flooring, master with sauna, inground pool and large deck overlooking gardens. Convenient to TSP, Rhinebeck, Red Hook & Bard. $519,000.
Sited at the end of a quiet road, this spacious and light-filled 4BR/2.5BA home has over 3000 s.f. Offers country kitchen w/ dining area that has fireplace, bonus room w/ balcony, rear deck overlooks inground pool. Potential horse property. $425,000.
Clermont/Red Hook Schools $99K; Lake Sepasco $119K; RoeJan frontage $199K; Col. Co. lots w/ Catskill views $90K/$220K; 19.27 acres in Milan w/ pond $275K; Rhinebeck with Catskill views & pond (subdiv.) $598K.
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Eco-Friendly Home Provides Stunning River Views,Abundant Amenities Nestled in the sprawling landscape of New York’s Lower Hudson Valley sits a uniquely remarkable home located in a private enclave in Upper Grandview.This 6,000-squarefoot chateau-style abode boasts beautiful Hudson River views and is one of Rockland County’s first “green” mini-estates. Built by Michael De Marco and brokered exclusively by Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty, the dramatic home is surrounded by close to two acres of land and features a harmonious blend of old-world charm and modern energy-efficient technology for less than $2.5 million. Conveniently located just 17 miles from the George Washington Bridge, this exquisite piece of architecture and craftsmanship serves as proof that esthetics do not have to be compromised when designing a home that meets rigid Energy Star standards. The eco-friendly features are carefully integrated into the charming traditional design of the home, resulting in improved home quality, increased homeowner comfort and reduced energy costs and carbon footprint. The home’s garden level features a heated three-car garage, a utility room, full bath, and multi-purpose family room accessible to the backyard, and the first floor includes a spacious living room with impressive stone fireplace, a large formal dining room, an enormous state of the art gourmet eat-in kitchen and a library/family room with fireplace. Deep crown moldings, high ceilings and mullioned windows provide a flood of natural light throughout. The formal dining room has herringbone hardwood floors, recessed walls that allow for built-in shelving or cabinetry, and French doors that open up to a large balcony with amazing river views. The kitchen is one of the home’s most extraordinary rooms and offers many attractive and convenient features including solid walnut kitchen cabinets with soft-close drawers and doors, granite counter tops, stainless steel chef quality appliances, radiant heated Travertine flooring, and large French doors that open on to the balcony. Both the living room and library offer wide-plank hardwood flooring, elegant architectural molding, solid panel doors and attractive durable hardware.
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A wide circular staircase that stretches from the garden level leads to the second floor, which features four inviting bedrooms with private bathrooms and walk-in closets, a laundry room and an abundance of closet space. The master bedroom has two large walk-in closets, hardwood floors, crown molding, French doors that open to a private balcony, and a master bath with spa-like amenities including a large shower with steam and body sprays, whirlpool tub, double sinks, a beautiful vanity and heated floors. Large enough for hosting events and entertaining guests, the exquisite mini-estate also provides a feeling of coziness and comfort. The convenient layout and abundance of amenities can suit just about any homeowner’s needs. Additionally, the home is structured in such a way that it could be adjusted to fit the owner’s needs and preferences for years to come, allowing for the future installation of an elevator, dumbwaiter, dry sauna, geo-thermal system, gas generator, master suite wet bar, custom pool and entrance gate. For more information, contact Beatrice Barrett at 845-304-5757 or Beatrice.barrett@randrealty.com
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Serving the Greater Hudson Valley Since 1978 255 Greenwich Avenue • Goshen, NY 10924 Tel: (845) 294-5414 • Fax: (845) 294-0136 Email: info@JosephGreenRealtor.com • www.JosephGreenRealtor.com THE HOME YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR IN THE EXECUTIVE NEIGHBORHOOD OF SAWYER’S PEAK ESTATES! 2-Story Foyer w/Palladium Window, Granite Kitchen w/Breakfast Room, 2nd Story Observatory Overlooks Great Room w/FPL & 18’ Ceiling, Library/Office, LR, FDR, 4BR, 2.5BA, Bonus Rm, Laundry Rm, Att’d 2-Car Garage, C/AC & VAC, Hrdwd Floors,Large Paver Patio, Prof. Landscaped, Backyard Woods Offer Privacy. Great Family Neighborhood & Commuter Location! Goshen School District. VIRTUAL TOUR & PHOTOS: http://www.circlepix.com/home/DHG5TC Offered at: $450,000
VILLAGE TREASURE! 4250+ sqft AUTHENTIC 1886 QUEEN ANNE VICTORIAN HOME IN HISTORIC GOSHEN. This Grand Victorian Lady proudly stands on a 121x149 fenced corner parcel accented by lush gardens, stonework, fairytale turret, romantic wrap-around porch, circular driveway, and lawn irrigation sprinkler system that complete the exterior amenities. Beautifully restored to her original vintage elegance with modern appointments and the finest of details throughout – front to back center hall grand foyer entrance with graceful expansive staircase, master bedroom suite provides a lovely retreat, 4 additional bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, antique claw foot tub, 5 gas fireplaces, magnificent woodwork, rich plaster crown moldings and center medallions, period inlay detail wide board floors, hand-painted ceiling murals, leaded & stained glass windows, high ceilings, library, parlor, sophisticated living room, elegant banquet-size formal dining room , butler pantry, granite kitchen, back staircase and an au pair suite or mother’s retreat, and full walk-up attic with finished room. 55 minute drive to the George Washington Bridge. Goshen School District. VIRTUAL TOUR & PHOTOS: http://www.46MurrayAvenue.com Offered at: $1,300,000
INVEST IN A LIFESTYLE! Large gatherings are welcome at this private 4BR, 2.5BA Colonial tucked in at the end of a cul-de-sac! Comfortable, expansive kitchen provides the focus for living and entertaining with easy access to the secluded deck overlooking a beautiful fenced in yard with in-ground pool and lighted basketball court! Discover the Value! Warwick School District. Offered at $480,000.
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This like new architect designed estate is perched on 7+ professionally landscaped acres w/ stunning panoramic views of the Shawanga Mountains. Hand crafted wood working adorns this 3000 sqft 4 bedroom 3 full bath home w/ period style lighting, exposed beams & 2 brick lined fireplaces. Wide plank hardwood flrs cover every inch of this home w/ a gourmet kitchen featuring cherry cabinetry, Corian counter tops & top of the line appliances. A detached heated studio is a perfect home office w/ another detached garaged w/ loft for at home business. A heated in ground pool & full unfinished walk out basement complete this impressive & elegant estate. $575,000 Step back in time w/ this 6 yr old custom built Colonial featuring hand milled siding, trim & flrs all harvested off this lovely home site. Home offers 3 bedrooms, w/ oversized family room & wood burning FP. Enjoy cooking in the custom kitchen w/ maple cabinets & entertain in the large formal DR. The Mstr Bedroom offers 2nd FP w/ full Mstr Spa and walk in closet. The full finished walk out basement offers a potential in law suite & the full covered front porch complete this home. $257,900
This beautiful recently renovated Ranch is a perfect Mother/Daughter w/ 2 full kitchens & 2 large living rooms. House displays 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, new garage doors, parkay hdwd flrs throughout, wood burning FP w/ marble mantle, recessed lighting & DR w/ Bay Windows. Large Mstr BR offers pvt BA & the screened in patio overlooks a new inground/ heated pool & pool house. Min to hwys & mass transit. $349,900
Brand New Construction Raised Ranch being built on 3+ private acres. Home features an open floor plan w/ hardwood flrs throughout. The kitchen displays cherry cabinetry, granite ctps & a full s/s appliance package. A Mstr suite features tray ceilings, walk in closets & Mstr spa w/ tiled walls and Jacuzzi tub. This home comes complete w/ central A/C, oversized 2 car garage & complete landscaping package. Only 90 min to NYC. $219,900 A winding driveway leads up to this New Construction Bi lonial situated on 15 private wooded acres. This home features 4 large bedrooms, 3 full baths & 2 family rooms w/ a FP in each. A custom kitchen boasts cherry cabinetry, granite ctps & a full s/s appliance package. The Mstr suite has tray ceilings, double closets & a private bath w/ Jacuzzi. An oversized 2 car garage & 16x14 back deck complete this home. $339,900
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WALK TO EVERYTHING in this charming 1920 Victorian, with wrap around porch, in-ground pool, and great in-town location! 5 BR, 3 ½ BA, beautiful custom kitchen, master bedroom suite, third floor bedroom and full bath, fireplace, pocket doors, hardwood floors, 7 year young furnace. Priced to sell!
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CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON $615,000 GRACIOUS LIVING This uniquely private ranch sits back off the road in the heart of the village. 4 BR, 3.5 BA, 3642 SF. Kitchen and family room renovated in 2007. Large 2 tier deck with awning & large above ground pool. Picturesque pond in the back. Excellent value!
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$799,000 CORNWALL $427,000 TO BE BUILT Energy-Star certified colonial cape cod is located in the heart of town.3 BR, 3 BA, 1892 SF on a level .11 acres, plus den, family room, main level laundry, C/A, municipal water and sewer, natural gas. Upgrades available, still time to personalize!
RIVER VIEW NEIGHBORHOOD A rare opportunity to live in this part of town! This 4 BR 3 ½ BA colonial boasts a wonderful screen porch with river views, large rooms with ample storage, hardwood floors, and a new kitchen in 2006. A must see!
CORNWALL $529,900 QUAKER MILL Classic Center hall colonial is meticulously maintained and move-in ready! 4 BR, 2 ½ BA. Hardwood floors, 1st & 2nd floor foyers, spacious master bedroom with cathedral ceilings, master bath with whirlpool tub, large family room with skylights & fireplace. A great find!
STORY BOOK VICTORIAN Nestled in the foothills of Baker Mountain is an exquisite Victorian filled with quality & detail. 5 BR, 4 BA, wide plank wood floors, movie theater, wine cellar, whirlpool tub with fireplace in master bath. See for yourself!
This charming 1941 Center Hall Colonial with fifteen point, one acre’s (15.1 ac’s) of Hudson River View with possible sub-division of 3 to 4 lots, The home has 3,317 sqft ,4 bedroom, 4.2 baths, formal dining room, den, office, guest bedroom with full bath, two working fireplaces, built-in book shelves, hard wood floors, two stair cases, detailed moldings, cedar siding, three car garage, gunite in-ground pool, blue stone patios, balcony off master suite, beautiful garden vistas and views of the Hudson River. Very private home in the prestigious Hudson River town, in Balmville New York.
Is NOW being sold for the first time in 30 years. Only 60 miles from New York City, and 15 minutes to Metro North.
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Located on a quiet street in historic Cornwallon-Hudson with views of the Hudson River this newly renovated and updated Cape offers central air, hardwood floors, finished basement, new roof, gutters, thermal windows, shutters, upgraded electric + low taxes + easy commute to West Point and New York City! Call Bob Rullo at 845-782-5151 coldwellbankerhv.com/482255.ad
$249,900
Lovely turn of the century 2166 sq.ft. Colonial offers Pocket Doors, Oak Floors, Charming Front Porch, High Ceilings and Beautiful Woodwork are some of the excellent features of this home.4 bedrooms,1.5 baths, detached 2 car garage and full finished attic make this a must see! Call Cathy Ripley 845-342-5766 coldwellbankerhv.com/483759.ad
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$425,000
This elegant 4BR, 2.5 BA colonial with babbling stream & lightly wooded 3.5 acres. Front porch overlooking lake, spacious rooms, sunny and bright, gleaming hardwood floors, majestic fireplace, large bedrooms, with walk in closets, C/A & new above ground pool. Call Tina Gordon 845-744-2092 coldwellbankerhv.com/485475.ad
Enjoy country living in this beautiful colonial offering 4 BR, 2/5 baths, Rocking Chair front porch and beautiful Cherry Kitchen. The spacious Master BR offers master bath with double vanity, shower and soaking tub. Beautiful Mountain Views and Walking distance to Village! Call Connie Tetzlaff at 845-782-5151 coldwellbankerhv.com/482935.ad
The centerpiece of this 3102 sq.ft. Contemporary style home is a large Ceramic Tiled Entry, Spacious Living Room with Cathedral Ceiling and Stone Fireplace. Formal Dining Room, Kitchen with lots of cabinets and a double oven make entertaining a pleasure. Several decks provide views of the Inground Pool. Call Teresa Spiro 845-342-5766
$699,000
Meticulously restored Victorian boasts a private setting on 4+ acres, wraparound porch, gourmet kitchen w/butler’s pantry, original fret work, 2 staircases, library and wine cellar. It’s the Estate of your Dreams! Call Ronny Murphy (845) 794-4447 coldwelbankerhv.com/28464.ad
Located on 3.1 Acres this renovated Ranch home offers 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 2 Working Fireplaces, Rear Porch for Relaxing, Reading and Privacy, Lots of Updates and season views of Hudson River + a location that is private but an easy commute to shopping, highways and trains. Call Tom Nucifore at 845-562-4200 coldwellbankerhv.com/481535.ad
Spacious 4 Bedroom Colonial on 60 acres boasts a master suite, formal dining room, hardwood floors, large basement with radiant heat that’s ready for finishing, gorgeous views and lake access. Call Katie Huber (845) 794-4447 coldwellbankerhv.com/28318.ad
This luxuriously elegant home on 1.3 Acres with a cul-de-sac location boasts Oversized Family Room, 5 Bedrooms. 3 Baths, Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Counters, Formal Living Room and Dining Room and Deck + 3 car garage. Call Nava Herzog at 845-562-4200 coldwellbankerhv.com/471585.ad
Beautiful home with awesome mountain views. This 4-5 BR home has a finished, walkout basement with 1/2 bath for additional living space. Nicely landscaped yard with underground dog fencing makes it Fido Friendly. C/A, whirlpool tub, wrap around porch, back deck. Call Peggy Mallard 845-744-2092 coldwellbankerhv.com/485757.ad
Beautiful Colonial situated on 5 acres with Warwick Schools. Enjoy 360 degree mountain views from the deck and porch. Newer custom gunite heated pool with hot tub. Plenty of room for an in-law or au-pair suite. A true paradise setting. Call Rosy Wansor 845-986-8300 coldwellbankerhv.com/486640.ad
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“DRAMATIC CONTEMPORARY GEM” WARWICK, NY Extraordinary contemporary designed home on 17.9 wooded acres with separate studio and garage. 4,961 sq. ft. features walls of glass, wood & stone floors and circular walls. 12rms/5brs/3bths near skiing, golf and parks. #487321 $1,200,000
“HAWKS NEST” PIERMONT, NY Newer style colonial overlooking the Hudson and adjoins nature trail/Old Railroad right of way. Features excellent water views, cathedral ceilings, wdfls, fplc, 3 river view decks & large master suite. Many windows bring in much light and priced to sell! 3br/3.5ba. #475205 $859,000
“CAPTAIN COATES HOUSE” SNEDENS LANDING, NY Picturesque c.1861 Carpenter Gothic in fabled riverfront community. Located four houses to river with access, classic details, large yard, 3 fpls, 4-5brs/3bths. Former residents include Vivien Leigh & Laurence Olivier. 25 minutes to NYC. #447756 $1,395,000
“CORNELL HOUSE” CENTRAL VALLEY, NY Sophisticated early 20th century brick colonial on private 14acs; adjoins parkland, pond & trails. Features separate 2br ranch & huge 2-story barn. Elegant main home appointments incl. 6 panel drs, leaded glass drs & windows, 4fplc, built-ins, mahogany library, lge. prof. kit & more! #483027 $1,595,000
“LAKE LODGE” PARKSVILLE, NY A Catskill gem located in the heart of scenic area & prime trout fishing terrain. Newly renovated lodge or private residence w/21-25rms on 6 acres w/rights to Hunter Lake. Features four 2-story suites & 3 stand alone cottages. Infinite potential! 5 acre lake rights incl. #486538 $2,800,000
“TUDOR COLONIAL NEAR PARK” UPPER NYACK, NY Dramatic Turreted Tudor style home on 1.35 acres. Very private! Features in ground gunite pool, living room with stone fireplace, hardwood floors, central air and finished lower level. River and mountain views and very desirable location! 10rms/5brs/2.5ths. #486174 $699,000
“LUXURIOUS MEDITERRANEAN STYLE” WEST NYACK, NY 6,000 sq. ft. home w/spectacular Lake DeForest views & situated in private gated setting w/Sylvan pool, spa, multi patios & porches. Huge entry, sweep. stair, rich stonework, marble, granite & onyx. Gourmet kit w/2 Sub-Zeros & 2 D/W, wine cellar, media rm & gym. 19rm/5br/5.3ba #482650 $3,500,000
“MAGNIFICENT HUDSON RIVER VIEWS” UPPER GRANDVIEW, NY
Best Value & Best Views! One-of-a-kind home w/exquisite amenities, perfect for entertaining. Upscale custom European kitchen, 10’ ceilings, wide oak floors, carved wood doors, steel reinforced decks & located on private nature trail. 4brs/2.5ba. #464195 $1,295,000
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Beaverkill Trout Fisher’s Cabin Custom-built cabin w/mt views,128 secluded ac, Trout fisher’s dream next to trout/ swimming pond. Fish 5 miles private water frontage upper Beaverkill. Main fl. BR, loft, sleeps 8. Grt room, lg stone fireplace/ hearth;Fr.doors to deck overlooking pond. Gourmet kitchen, lg wraparound porch, Full basemt/8 ft ceilings,more! $645,000.
Panoramic Mountain View
Timber Doodle Farm Trout Fisher’s Dream Spacious 4BR home on 1/4 share of 330 ac prime for trout fishing,hunting, borders St.land. Deck overlooks Brk; fish 1.3 miles private Beaverkill River,rustic lean-to,swimming/fishing pond, hiking trails.House newly redone,new roof, wood floors, kitch w/ stnls appliances, granite counters,oversized windows/FR.doors,3full ba. Grd level carpeted fam room w/woodstove,laundry rm, walk out to fish. $695,000.
Country Meadows
Secluded 72-ac property w/rolling meadows,woodlands. Historic stone walls,wild apple trees. Scenic homesite w/panoramic mountain views.Walk to community swimming pond/tennis court, scenic trails, fish Shin Creek,Fly-fish 5 miles upper Beaverkill, blue-ribbon trout stream. $495,000.
16.8 pastoral acres bordered w/ hardwoods/evergreens. Historic stone walls, pond site. Build your country home in a cozy tranquil setting. 1 mile trout fishing upper Beaverkill, summer day camp for children, 40 miles scenic hike/bike/ski trails.$295,000.
High Meadow Vistas
Classic Catskill Farmhouse
Secluded property, sweeping meadow views,mountain vistas, wooded beaver pond.2 homesites on 128 ac. Scenic trails, hiking, biking, XC skiing. Sm stream runs through property. Fly-fish 5 miles upper Beaverkill,blue-ribbon trout fishing.$590,000.
Just 2 miles to Roscoe & exc fishing Beaverkill, Willowemoc. Wraparound Porch, lg 24 x 48 heated insulated shop w/concrete floor, sep 2-car garage, shed w/upper rm, henhouse. Perfect sml homestead/farm on 15 ac, quiet neighborhood. $260,000.
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Harriman 845-783-0004 Middletown 845-341-0004 New Windsor 845-565-0004
Benchmark Realty Group
YOUR HOME TEAM, ASSOCIATE BROKERS 845.565.0004 EXT. 341 CORNWALL $775,000 Magnificant Colonial on 9 acres! Custom built brick colonial has over 5000 SF of living space featuring: Grand marble foyer w/ double staircase, Formal LR w/FP, FDR, Music Room, Office/Den, Custom EIK, a WOW GREAT Room w/french doors, M aster Suite, full fin.bsment w/plenty of possibilties for extended family or home office, exercise room, kit, storage, In-Ground heated pool w/paved patio completes the picture for a little piece of heaven! Too many upgrades to mention. ML# 485638
TEAM FORD, ASSOCIATE 845.565.0004 EXT. 340
BROKERS
GARDINER
$775,000
Remarkable Arts & Crafts ranch w/unbelievable attention to detail located in Gardiner, NY. Custom oak wainscoting, floors & solid craftsman style oak doors add to the charm. Open floor plan lends a contemporary flair w/ chef ’s dream kitchen with stainless appliances including 60in. commercial stove, granite ctrs & wine bar that opens into the great room featuring a stone fireplace & mountain views. Master w/walk-in shower, sunken tub, fireplace & private balcony. Lower level has in-law or rental potential. Just 75 minutes to NYC and minutes to the “Gunks” and the Village of New Paltz. Must see to appreciate. ML# 485621
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$550,000
Charming Farmhouse style home offers so much privacy yet a hop skip and a jump to shopping,highways and metro north. Mimi estate includes 3136 sq.ft. parlor with fireplace,laticed windows, 10’ molding ,oak flooring w/cherry inlay, La rge great room w/tin ceiling, formal LR w/builtins,custom kitchen w/window seat, Huge screened in rear porch 2 car det. garage, 6 stall add’l barn w/ loft that could possibly be converted to artist loft or home based business. ML# 481748
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JACKIE FUNCK & JOHN CHEWENS, ASSOCIATE BROKERS 845.565.0004 EXT. 306 Set on 5.5.Acres with stunning Hudson River, mountain and tressel views, this 3300 sq.ft. home offers country privacy while being close to town. Perfectly maintained inside and out the 12 rooms include 5Bedrooms, 3Full and 2 half Baths, heated sunroom, sunken living room, classic formal dining room and beautifully designed custom kitchen,The grand foyer greets you with marble, granite and hardwood. This top quality property merits a closer look.. ML# 485758
NEWBURGH
Looking for a fabulous home with an In Law Apartment or Home Office with private entrance? Here it is a Custom Contemporary in Fostertown with unique features including 2 fireplaces, sunken Living Room with wet bar and soaring cathedr al ceiling,updated Kitchen with granite counter and gleaming Ash Floors and custom windows and skylights thru out. Perfect home for entertaining inside or out with wrap around deck and stone patio overlook private backyard. ML# 482601
$449,900 BLOOMINGBURG
Weekend retreat or full time home! This ranch has space for everyone! Situated on 1.4 acres, close to ski resort and casino. Main level has a large master suite with walk/in closet, full bath and private terrace. Wood stove insert in family room, natural light and views complete the picture. Finished lower level has the perfect “men’s den”/music studio, kitchenette and 2 to 3 more bedrooms. Even a hot tub! Newer windows, furnace and doors. Some furniture inc. ML# 480384
TINA OLSEN, ASSOCIATE 845.565.0004 EXT. 330
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REBECCA FAUBERT, ASSOCIATE BROKER 845.565.0004 EXT. 319
CAMPBELL HALL
$439,000
Privacy on over 5 Park-like acres! This sprawling ranch with 4 bdrms, 2.5 baths & central air, is set on the most beautifully landscaped lot ever! Horticulturist owner has hundreds of tree, plant and flower specimens, creating your own private paradise! Small pond access for fishing & kayaking. Huge 4 car garage with 14 ceilings & oversized doors for all the toys! Set on a quiet road, right off the Sarah Wells Trail, yet only minutes to I84 & Thruway. See more pix at www.TinaOlsen.com/488512. ML# 488512
CORNWALL
$259,000
$464,900
Lovely home in the heart of Cornwall. Country setting, walk to everything. Beautifully landscaped property includes mature plantings, stonewalls, private backyard and large patio surrounding in-ground pool. Kitchen remodeled in 2000, new pool liner 2008, new hot water heater 2010, new refrigerator 2009, new washer 2008. Beautiful hardwood floors, walk in closets and abundant storage space throughout home. Ready for a new family to move in and enjoy.. ML# 488473
CORNWALL
$599,900
ANNMARGARET BOLTON & JENNIFER KUBLER, ASSOCIATE BROKER 845.565.0004 EXT. 32
TOWN OF WALLKILL $300,000 AND UP 8 Lot Green Subdivision comes to Orange County! Dreaming of an energy efficient, healthy, new home, you may have just found it. 6 Lots remaining featuring meadow and pond views. Many green plans to choose from; maybe a ranch, two-story, contemporary, or colonial. Prices starting in the mid $300’s. Close to golf course and Route 17. Visit www. NicajMeadowEstates.com
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BARRYVILLE, NY: Zane Grey Contemporary
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Modern, European-design elegance with panoramic views 3BR/3BA, 3200+ sq. ft. w/light, open floorplan on 7 acres Imported furnishings; stone fireplace & wood-buring stove Custom, Atlas built-in cabinetry and oak flooring Chef ’s kitchen, high-end appliances & Corian counters
Listed by Sabine Martens
NEW PALTZ, NY: Shuart-Van Orden Stone House
Period-Perfect Dutch Colonial • • • • •
Original façade, wide-plank flooring & 6 fireplaces Circa 1765, 4 BR/2BA, 4000 sq. ft. with meticulous restoration Mini equestrian estate: 3 barns, fenced paddock & pasture On 7.5 manicured acres; another 7.5 subdividable Listed in the National Register of Historic Places
845-570-1833 Sabine.Martens@EllisSir.com www.SabineMartens.com Serving: Orange ● Rockland ● Sullivan ● Ulster
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Enjoy The Catskills!
Have Your Own Private Playland & Historic Theme Park! This Property Generates Income Every Month! This is an opportunity to have a safe, beautiful, & hassle-free lifestyle!
•Turn-of-the Century House With 4 Renovated Apartments •100 Acres– It’s Getting Pretty Nearly Impossible To Own This Size Property! •Former Western Theme Park, Carson City •4200 Sq. Ft. Theater With Stage & Runway & 2500 Sq. Ft. Basement With Garage Door •Stables •Lighted Outdoor Arena •Roads & Electric Throughout The Property •GREAT INVESTMENT •MANY COMMERCIAL USES •GREAT FOR FAMILY ESTATE
Contact: Gary Kistinger, owner 5365 NYS Route 32 • Catskill, NY 12414
518-678-2000
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$790,000 Come see this unique property located in beautiful Greene County. Just ten minutes north of Saugerties. 5389 NYS Route 32, Catskill, NY NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY!
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BEAUTIFUL SHAWANGUNK MOUNTAIN VIEWS GARDINER, NY
845-783-0004 845-341-0004 845-565-0004 845-986-0004
$1,800,000
Luxurious living abounds in this prestigious 9,200 square foot European home with a contemporary flair. This home is surrounded with professionally designed extensive landscaping. Enter through massive dual mahogany doors with transom and 14 impressive pillars. Upon entering this magnificent home you will find a phenomenal, dual oak-curved stairway. Display your artwork in the adjoining gallery with recessed lighting. Exquisite 7” crown & baseboard molding throughout. Shadow boxes & chair rails in formal living areas. High end carpeting, wide board hardwood floors & porcelain ceramic tile flooring throughout. 11 heat-producing fireplaces that are of stone, ceramic tile or brick. Prior to entering a wall of French doors that lead to the formal dining room, your dinner guests will enjoy the cocktail area adjacent to butler’s pantry. Gorgeous mountain views are visible from 3 sets of French doors in the gathering room. Awaken your creative instincts by the cozy fireplace in your home office. Dinette area has custom built-in table & desk area. Gourmet EIK has a 12’ center island & every amenity imaginable, e.g., coffer ceiling, GE Monogram wine cooler/beverage center, sub-zero refrigerator & freezer, plus top-of-the-line paneled &/or SS appliances, and yet, another fireplace. MBR suite is the entire width of this palatial home. Double doors separate the sitting room & MBR, both of which have stone fireplaces. Master bath has walk-in shower, Jacuzzi & fpl. 2 additional, oversized bedrooms with adjoining baths. The lower level has: pool room, exercise room & media room with cherry wood bar & under counter refrigerator. A separate card room and sitting area. Bask in the sun in your heated lazy-L in ground pool w/cabana. Dine in your 20’X20’ year-round gazebo w/fpl or relax on your multi-level Trex decking. 3-car attached garage. Just 15 minutes to New Paltz & 15 minutes to Thruway/I-84 in T/Newburgh.
Call MARILYN MAINES @ 845-561-6518 (DIRECT LINE)
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Accord Country Cottage
ulster
Three Bedroom Charmer At End Of A Long Country Lane 7.2 Acre Parcel Subdivided - House on 3.3 Acres / 3.8 Acre Building Lot Classic Covered Rocking Porch + Multi Level Back Decks Full Walk Out Basement / Woodstove / Private Yet Convenient $299,000 More Info: www.OldKingsHighway.blogspot.com
Zen Art Studio Retreat A Creative Oasis with a Lawn to Remember. Minutes to Woodstock & Saugerties Village Centers.
$425,000
www.ZenArtStudioRetreat.blogspot.com
The Cold Spring Lodge
The Alpine Inn
Turnkey Country Lodge Center of Catskill Preserve 40 Pristine Acres Town of Shandaken, Ulster County $795,000
Turnkey Country Inn Center of Catskill Preserve 68 Spectacular Private Acres Town of Shandaken, Ulster County $2.5 Million
www.ColdSpringLodge.blogspot.com
www.TheAlpineInn.blogspot.com
Paul E. McGinniss, Licensed Real Estate Broker Joseph S Walker Jr, Licensed Associate Broker
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Vermin Mischief What’s grey, has four legs and a trunk? A mouse on vacation! (ba-da-boom) By donna reis; illustration by julie novak
I have a history with rodents. In eighth grade Darby Crosby and I chose
but RATS, forget it!” Just then a furry little field mouse, all big ears, little black eyes and
to breed mice as our science project. And breed they did. The first litter was fun. We
cute whiskers, skittered along the molding into the kitchen.
documented their gestation period and different stages of early mouse development.
Now that I’m an adult, I knew I couldn’t grab him and his relatives by the fistfuls and
However, motherhood was quickly lost on us. In fact, it was gross. Our female mice bred
chuck them into my neighbor’s house. Although there have been times when I would
like fruit flies and the males chewed their babies’ heads off. What to do?
have liked to, I sort of owed it to these mice to be nice. It was a terrible thing that I did in
A group of mice is called a “mischief ” and mischievous we were. We scooped them out of their cages and tossed them by handfuls into our boarding school dorm rooms whispering, “Go free. Away with you.” During chapel a few days later, we overheard
grade school and this was my second chance to rewrite or re-right my karma. Oh, and I have to admit to one more thing—I have four cats. That night Franny, my ginger and white, long-haired boy, woke me up while
the janitor tell our headmaster that the school was suddenly overrun with mice. Darby
scampering in the bathroom. Franny’s a real softy. He never kills his catch. He simply
warned through clenched teeth, “If you look at me, I’ll kill you.” I was certain we were
drops the mice into the bathtub and watches them run round and round until they’re
doomed to spend every sports period for the rest of the year sitting on the mourners’
dizzy.
bench in the dark hall that led to the headmaster’s office, as he rocked on his wing-tips,
I knew what I had to do. I had to catch the mouse in a saucepan, strategically cover
hands clenched behind his back, his towering six-foot-six-inch frame (he was probably
it with a lid and release the poor fella into a field. The mouse panicked, zipping from
much shorter than that) looming over us. But this incident was the only grade school
end to end of the tub squealing and leaping. And I, in my nightie, did the same while
shenanigan we were never called on, although I’m sure we were suspected.
occasionally dropping the pot into the tub with such a clatter that it scared the be-Jesus
Years later at a Christmas party, my husband and I met a couple who thirty years earlier owned our present farmhouse. They claimed what we eventually heard other
out of all three of us. Finally, I caught him. Franny and I worked tirelessly all winter relocating mice, while the other three cats
former owners say: “We turned that house around. When we bought that house,” they
watched bemused, most certainly thinking, “Why don’t they just kill the damn things?”
continued, “it was falling down and infested with rats.” I thought, “Hmmm, rats—now
Each time I turned one into the fields, I sent it off with the blessing, “Go free. Away
that’s a detail I haven’t heard before.” The man enthusiastically told us which parts of our
with you!” It was clear Franny always felt a touch betrayed, but all was well as we
home displayed his mark, while his wife rolled her eyes saying, “I hated that house,” as
snuggled under my patchwork quilt next to my oblivious husband, a hard day’s night
she scurried to the next horde of cocktail sippers.
warmly rewarded.
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It wasn’t long after that that I began to see the floor move out of the corner of my eye. Instinctively, I knew that rolling movement. I walked to the center of the living room.
Donna Reis is still springing mice from the precarious rat-race in her tub. Her nonfiction book,
Sure enough alongside the fireplace was a perfect shaped vole hole reminiscent of the ones
Seeking Ghosts in the Warwick Valley was published by Schiffer Publishing, LTD (2003).
depicted in cartoons. “Is it a rat or a mouse?” I asked myself. “Mice and I go way back,
She is currently marketing her poetry manuscript, What’s on the Walls.
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Flowing Ranch Style
Don’t Miss This Sit on the front rocker porch and enjoy the sounds of nature. Private rear deck for summer dining facing a wooded, natural setting with incredible rock outcroppings, slab steps up to house & landscape rock are from land. Hike in your own backyard on old log trails. This house has great light, a cozy fireplace, warm h/w flooring throughout first floor & cushy quality berber up the stairs and throughout second floor. A must see. $299,900
Amazing Colonial
Lovely Kingston Victorian
Beautiful Grand Victorian
This home boasts six bedrooms and 4 baths. Stained glass windows, hardwood floors, pocket doors, and list goes on. The house has been completely renovated with integrity and close attention to detail. This is a piece of history! $309,000
Don’t Miss This Sit on the front rocker porch and enjoy the sounds of nature. Private rear deck for summer dining facing a wooded, natural setting with incredible rock outcroppings, slab steps up to house & landscape rock are from land. Hike in your own backyard on old log trails. This house has great light, a cozy fireplace, warm h/w flooring throughout first floor & cushy quality berber up the stairs and throughout second floor. A must see. $299,900
When Only the Best Will Do
When compromise is not an option, when simply the best is what you desire, then this 4 bdrm, 4.5 bath contemporary residence nestled on 5 acres in the Catskill Mountains will become your destination of choice. Cantilevered over the mountain side is this slate monolith, stark and sleek from the outside as it is warm and inviting, with its mammoth cedar beams, wood sheathed vaulted ceilings, bluestone fireplace and walls of glass overlooking the pristine landscape. $1,495,000 4 bedrooms 3 baths with newly remodeled kitchen. Features brand new counters, stainless appliances, breakfast bar, large eat in kitchen. Formal dining flows into living room, huge family/recreation room with office/utility area on lower level. $317,000
When Only the Best Will Do
$950,000
This well maintained Victorian still has its wonderful charm along with present amenities. Newly renovated kitchen with granite counters and custom cabinets, but not at the cost of the original details. You will feel right at home in this cozy home with it’s many rooms. Great fenced in yard, walking distance to the neighborhood school. $200,000
One Of A Kind Architectural Landmark
$315,000
Wildly Convenient
Complete Seclusion
Classic Victorian Mansion
If you are looking for a significant home, this classic brick mansion in one of Kingston’s finest neighborhoods is perfect. Built in 1878, historic details abound, including marble mantels, arched windows, ornate crown moldings, oak floors, and original brass fixtures. Huge windows fill each high-ceilinged room with light. The new eat-in gourmet kitchen has stainless appliances, soapstone counters and a butler’s pantry. $ 400,000
Flowing Ranch Style
4 bedrooms 3 baths with newly remodeled kitchen. Features brand new counters, stainless appliances, breakfast bar, large eat in kitchen. Formal dining flows into living room, huge family/recreation room with office/utility area on lower level. $317,000
Private community of Hidden Acres Estates with a swell mountain view and extensive park-like acreage showing it off. Solid, fairly new ranch has plenty of room to roam within it, including a downstairs family room with outside access that could serve many uses (recording studio, homebusiness, pool/games room) and a 3-season sunroom. Great ski house, weekend home, or full-time residence, home has great flexibility. Make it what you wish, kick back, soak in the view and serenity. $499,500
At the end of a private road sits this beautiful cedar-sided colonial that connects via a breezeway to a 2-car garage with 700 square feet of finished space above. If you need more space there’s an additional 1500 square feet of separate shop or studio space that would also work for a home business. Enjoy nature as you sit on the front porch overlooking the pond (currently being expanded). Large rooms, high ceilings, French doors, huge windows, lots of light. $625,000
Lovely Kingston Victorian
This well maintained Victorian still has its wonderful charm along with present amenities. Newly renovated kitchen with granite counters and custom cabinets, but not at the cost of the original details. You will feel right at home in this cozy home with it’s many rooms. Great fenced in yard, walking distance to the neighborhood school. $200,000
Set amidst almost 100 acres of protected land with Mohonk views. Minutes from village of New Paltz with a real country feel. Friendly floor plan with 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors, private office, and large den with wood-burning fireplace. So much more charm than photos show. Now offered under assessed value!
Amazing Colonial
$950,000
Private Farm House
One Of A Kind Architectural Landmark
The rubber house is a true Hudson Valley architectural landmark. A one of a kind modern masterpiece, it is sculptural, sensual, and quite simply spectacular. Built with guidance from a landscape designer, the house has a constant dialogue with the surrounding nature which includes enormous rocks and a beautiful meadow of wildflowers and trees. $ 750,000
When compromise is not an option, when simply the best is what you desire, then this 4 bdrm, 4.5 bath contemporary residence nestled on 5 acres in the Catskill Mountains will become your destination of choice. Cantilevered over the mountain side is this slate monolith, stark and sleek from the outside as it is warm and inviting, with its mammoth cedar beams, wood sheathed vaulted ceilings, bluestone fireplace and walls of glass overlooking the pristine landscape. $1,495,000
Wonderful private farmhouse tucked into the mountains but still minutes away to Woodstock & Saugerties. Beautiful pond and private meadow. Short hike to water fall and miles of hiking trails. Rock out croppings and wildlife abound... This is truly a Dream Farm House.
$315,000
Private Farm House
Wonderful private farmhouse tucked into the mountains but still minutes away to Woodstock & Saugerties. Beautiful pond and private meadow. Short hike to water fall and miles of hiking trails. Rock out croppings and wildlife abound... This is truly a Dream Farm House.
At the end of a private road sits this beautiful cedar-sided colonial that connects via a breezeway to a 2-car garage with 700 square feet of finished space above. If you need more space there’s an additional 1500 square feet of separate shop or studio space that would also work for a home business. Enjoy nature as you sit on the front porch overlooking the pond (currently being expanded). Large rooms, high ceilings, French doors, huge windows, lots of light. $625,000
Wildly Convenient
Set amidst almost 100 acres of protected land with Mohonk views. Minutes from village of New Paltz with a real country feel. Friendly floor plan with 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors, private office, and large den with wood-burning fireplace. So much more charm than photos show. Now offered under assessed value!
The rubber house is a true Hudson Valley architectural landmark. A one of a kind modern masterpiece, it is sculptural, sensual, and quite simply spectacular. Built with guidance from a landscape designer, the house has a constant dialogue with the surrounding nature which includes enormous rocks and a beautiful meadow of wildflowers and trees. $ 750,000
Complete Seclusion
Private community of Hidden Acres Estates with a swell mountain view and extensive park-like acreage showing it off. Solid, fairly new ranch has plenty of room to roam within it, including a downstairs family room with outside access that could serve many uses (recording studio, homebusiness, pool/games room) and a 3-season sunroom. Great ski house, weekend home, or full-time residence, home has great flexibility. Make it what you wish, kick back, soak in the view and serenity. $499,500
Beautiful Farm House
Spacious flow with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, parlor room, den and full basement. Two out buildings include barn and 2 car garage. The real added value included in this offering is a separate, nearly 1acre, buildable lot. $550,000
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Warm rustic charm abounds in this classic LOG home on a beautiful acre with expansive & sweeping golf course views just minutes to historic High Falls hamlet for shopping or dining. Relax on the classic “rocking chair” porch or in the 21’ living room. Kitchen features updated appliances, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths (one with soothing Jacuzzi tub), some hardwood floors & central AC, too! Perfect easy care getaway! $259,000 Call Laura Prince, Lic. Assoc. RE Bkr., 845-417-3585 www.realestateshows.com/406852
Nestled on 2 level acres on a quiet country lane, this contemporary offers an airy open plan, Great Room w/ cathedral ceiling & window walls opening to wrap around deck, NEW open kitchen with island, NEW flooring, full floor MBR suite with jetted tub and loft/den, 2 additional bedrooms & full bath, central AC, oversized detached garage w/ work space & versatile loft space. Minutes to High Falls, Mohonk & Minnewaska. $258,000 Call Sandy Reid, , Lic. RE Salesperson, 845-417-1314
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Perfectly private 6+acre country estate setting with meandering stream encloses this impressive, top-quality country home built in 2006. Impressive open floor plan with high ceilings and tons of windows, sumptuous main level MBR suite with steam shower, private guest rooms upstairs, stunning gourmet kitchen with granite and stainless steel, cozy library/den, expansive deck, heated 3 car garage with sunny office space over. Idyllic setting. $700,000 Call Amy Levine, Lic. Assoc. RE Bkr., 914-388-7393 www.realestateshows.com/489137
Enchanting storybook style c. 1830 clapboard farmhouse commands 63 ACRES of rolling fields and Wallkill River frontage with private 6 acre island. Gracious 3000+SF features fireplaces in LR & DR, 21’ country kitchen, 4 BRs, den/home office, wide board floors, original hardware & fixtures. Additional amenities include restored barns, paddock, established gardens, mountain views & enchanting writer’s cottage at river’s edge. RARE! $899,000 Call Helen Coyle Bergstein, Lic. RE Salesperson, GREEN, EcoBroker Certified 845-803-2298
Impressive window walled cedar contemporary in a 1.9 acre park-like setting overlooking a pristine stream & swimming hole. Fabulous 2700 SF skylit open plan living spaces features cathedral ceilings, 22’ LR with impressive soaring brick fireplace, 4 BRs include 1st floor MBR suite with water views, 3.5 baths, gorgeous cherry floors, deck, full bsmt. with add’l fireplace & 2 car garage w/ workshop. STUNNING! $579,900 Call Joan Hagedorn, Lic. Assoc. RE Bkr., 845-679-7321 x 318 www.realestateshows.com/484283
Superbly renovated c.1900 clapboard Colonial on 34 magnificent acres, ebony stained oak floors, crown moldings & 11’ ceilings grace the LR with cozy fireplace, formal DR, raised panel library/den, and expansive SS chef’s kitchen. Grand staircase to 4 stately BRs incl. MBR suite w/ spa bath. Additional amenities include enchanting Victorian style 2 BR guest house, huge BARN & spring-fed POND, too! $1,359,000 Call Sharon Breslau, Lic. Assoc. RE Bkr., 845-901-6978 www.realestateshows.com/460615
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