#878734, Listing office: RE/MAX Best
204-208 42nd Rte Shandaken, NY 12480
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About 204-208 42nd Rte
Tucked away on 10 private, wooded acres in the heart of the Catskills, this unique compound offers the perfect blend of rustic charm, modern comfort, and income-generating potential. With a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath main house and a separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath guest house, this serene escape is ideal for full-time living, weekend getaways, or as a turnkey investment property. The grounds feature a pool, hot tub, fire pit area, and a large barn—perfect for storage or ready to be transformed into a pool house, studio, workshop, or additional outbuilding. This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully appointed home that truly has it all—privacy, space, and amenities. The main house welcomes you with warm hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and classic details throughout. A wood-burning fireplace anchors the formal dining room, setting the tone for cozy evenings and stylish entertaining. Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms offer serene views of the surrounding woods and mountains. The separate guest house provides ultimate flexibility—perfect for visitors, a home office, or added rental income. Outside, enjoy summers by the in-ground pool, stargazing from the hot tub, or unwinding around the fire pit. Two additional outbuildings and mature landscaping complete the grounds, offering even more potential for gardening, recreation, or creative use. Just minutes to Belleayre Mountain for skiing and hiking, and a short drive to the beloved towns of Phoenicia, Woodstock, Margaretville, and Big Indian for restaurants, shops, and live music. Whether you're hitting the trails, floating down the Esopus Creek, or exploring nearby farm markets and galleries, you're surrounded by the best of the Catskills. All this just about 2.5 hours from NYC—making it as convenient as it is enchanting.
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Washer/Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Dishwasher
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Fireplace: Dining Room, Fire Pit, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached
- Exterior: Fire Pit, Private Yard
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse
- Heating: Baseboard
- List Price: $925,000
- Price/SqFt: $354
- Lot: Back Yard
- Directions: take route 42 towards Prattsville house is on the right
- Year Built: 1857
- Living Area: 2,610 SqFt
- Lot Size: 10 Acres
- MLS Number: 20251951
- MLS Name: UlsterCounty
- Office Name: Compass Greater NY, LLC
- Office Phone: (838) 877-8283
- Office Email: Jason.Wilson@compass.com
- Listing Agent: Jason Nadeau, Catherine Quintard
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Nearby schools
7
Saint James Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.6 mi
•580 Lake Ave
8
Mills Pond Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•246 Moriches Rd
6
William Sidney Mount Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.6 mi
•50 Dean Ln
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $118,333. Typical income of Shandaken, NY residents is between $100k-200k annually. Most families are married, with kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 204-208 42nd Rte
The listing price of 204-208 42nd Rte property is $925,000.
The property 204-208 42nd Rte is a house located in Shandaken, New York, 12480.
Active Listing: 204-208 42nd Rte is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 204-208 42nd Rte are: Saint James Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Mills Pond Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), William Sidney Mount Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Nesaquake Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Great Hollow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Smithtown High School East (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Centereach High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Sachem High School North (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
The property at 204-208 42nd Rte has 6 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 204-208 42nd Rte is 2,610 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 204-208 42nd Rte is 1857.
This home is located at 204-208 42nd Rte in Shandaken, NY and zip code 11780 in the Town of Smithtown neighborhood. This 2,610 square foot home, which was built in 1857, sits on a 10.00 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $925,000.
Shandaken, NY housing market in June 2025 saw over 57 listings sold above listed price, more than 5 sold at listed price and over 11 sold below. In June 2025 in Shandaken, NY there were 9.1% less homes for sale than in May. Listings spent 26 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $765,000 during the same period.