3 Beds
2 Baths
2,145 SqFt
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,145 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,145 sqft
Price per Sqft $337
MLS Listing ID 20252119
Style Greek Revival
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1890
Annual Tax Amount $6,129
Tax Year 6129
Lot Size 11.800 Acres
Acres 11.8
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Hudson Valley Catskills Region Multiple List Service (Ulster County Board of REALTORS®)
Property Description
Nestled within the expansive Hyuck Nature Preserve, Rensselaerville is a pristine White Pine village dating to circa 1820, renowned for its stunning historic homes and natural beauty. The Preserve offers miles of managed trails, a breathtaking 300-foot waterfall (plus a hidden cascade), and exclusive summer swimming and boating memberships for residents—with lifeguards and lessons for children. Its ecological research center hosts seasonal nature programs, focusing on local flora, wildlife, and aquatic life.
The vibrant village community centers around Conkling Hall, a cultural hub for music, theater, yoga, and Pilates. Nearby, the village boasts a community food store, restaurant, library, and year-round events and galas that celebrate local arts and fellowship. Since the pandemic, Rensselaerville has attracted a thriving community of artists and like-minded residents. Surrounded by state nature trails, it's an ideal destination for hikers, bird watchers, and dog walkers, with supermarkets conveniently located in Greenville and New Scotland.
Set on 11.8 lush acres, this historic home benefits from serene walking trails, streams, and ponds that attract diverse wildlife and birds. The gardens feature abundant perennials, expansive lawns, fragrant honey locust and black walnut trees—creating a tranquil, Eden-like summer retreat. An organic vegetable garden lies just above the house, maintained with sustainable practices.
Built around 1820 during the village's heyday as a felt-making center powered by nearby waterfalls and white pine forests, this home once served as the town apothecary—digging here has unearthed fascinating relics. Designed to capture natural light throughout the day with classic 8-over-8 mullioned sash windows and double exposures, it was meticulously restored by the historic specialist behind The Thomas Cole House. Original ''witches hat'' door hardware, period fireplaces, and wide-board white pine floors grace the living rooms, preserving the authentic charm of this exquisite Federal-era residence.
Location
State NY
County Albany
Community Other
Area Other
Zoning 07
Rooms
Basement Unfinished
Interior
Heating Forced Air, Oil
Flooring Hardwood, Tile
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Laundry Laundry Room, Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Feature Garden
Fence None
Pool None
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Propane
View Rural
Roof Type Asphalt
Porch Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Screened, Terrace
Garage No
Building
Lot Description Gentle Sloping, Landscaped
Story 2
Foundation Stone
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Architectural Style Greek Revival
Level or Stories Two
Schools
Elementary Schools Other
High Schools Greenville
School District Greenville
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 137.-1-25.2
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional