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438 MacDaniel RD Bearsville, NY 12409

4 Beds

4 Baths

3,154 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,154 sqft

Price per Sqft $475

MLS Listing ID 1060589

Style Other

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Rental Info No

Year Built 1977

Annual Tax Amount $12,449

Lot Size 6.970 Acres

Acres 6.97

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source onekey2

Property Description

Perched high on Mount Guardian, discreetly tucked away off one of Woodstock's most coveted roads, this distinctive Catskills lodge-style retreat commands an extraordinary mountaintop setting with sweeping panoramic views of Indian Head, Twin, Plateau, and Olderbark Mountains. From this remarkable vantage point, layers of mountain peaks stretch across the horizon, creating an ever-changing landscape of light, color, and seasons. With not another home in sight, the sense of seclusion is absolute, yet the galleries, restaurants, shops, and cultural life of Woodstock are just minutes away. The residence was thoughtfully positioned and designed to celebrate its exceptional surroundings. A dramatic wall of glass, featuring two sets of newly installed Pella triple sliding doors, frames the mountain panorama and opens onto an expansive, elevated timber-braced deck that seems to float above the mountainside. Here, the distinction between indoors and out virtually disappears, offering an extraordinary setting for entertaining, quiet contemplation, or simply taking in the breathtaking scenery. Inside, the home's centerpiece is a monumental cut-bluestone fireplace, handcrafted by local master stonemasons and emblematic of the enduring character of classic Catskills architecture. An ingenious electric dumbwaiter transports firewood from the lower level, adding a thoughtful touch of convenience to this impressive architectural feature. Solidly constructed and lightly used throughout its history, the residence retains the authentic character of a traditional mountain lodge. While entirely suitable for immediate enjoyment, it also presents an exceptional opportunity for architectural reinvention. Its dramatic glazing, substantial stonework, and commanding relationship to the landscape provide the ideal foundation for a sophisticated Scandinavian-modern transformation, where clean lines, natural materials, and understated luxury could complement the grandeur of the setting. Beyond the residence, a naturally level area offers an enticing possibility for an in-ground pool positioned to capture the magnificent mountain views, further enhancing the potential to create a truly exceptional private retreat. Ultimately, the defining luxury here is the setting itself. The rare combination of elevation, extraordinary mountain vistas, complete visual privacy, and proximity to the heart of Woodstock creates a compelling opportunity to establish a remarkable Catskills estate. While interiors can be reimagined and architecture refined, a mountaintop position of this caliber is something that simply cannot be recreated.
Directions: Take Meads Mountain road from Rock City. Go over the top past the monastery and start down other side on MacDaniel. White Mailbox on your left after Meads Meadow parking lot. take left onto driveway and go through the gates all the way up long driveway.

Location

State NY

County Ulster County

Rooms

Basement Finished, See Remarks, Walk-Out Access

Interior

Interior Features Beamed Ceilings

Heating Baseboard, Electric, Propane

Cooling Ductless, Electric

Flooring Carpet, Tile

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Gas, Living Room

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Laundry In Basement, Laundry Room

Exterior

Parking Features Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Private

Garage Spaces 1.0

Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

View Mountain(s), Open

Garage true

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Garden, Landscaped, Private, Secluded, Sloped, Stone/Brick Wall, Views

Sewer Septic Tank

Water Well

Level or Stories Two

Structure Type Cedar,Wood Siding

Schools

Elementary Schools Contact Agent

Middle Schools Oneonta Middle School

High Schools Onteora

School District Onteora

Others

Senior Community No

Special Listing Condition None

OneKey MLS/ Hudson Gateway (HGAR)/ Long Island MLS (MLSLI)/ Mid Hudson MLS

Listed by Halter Associates Realty Inc • James Billingsley

Anil Thomas

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+1(516) 851-1116

Anil Thomas

438 MacDaniel RD Bearsville, NY 12409

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