4197 County Highway 26 Colchester, NY 13782
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About 4197 County Highway 26
This 268-acre Catskills property offers the perfect mix of peace, privacy, and room to roam. With two homes, stocked fishing ponds, meandering streams, barns, garages, a horse stable, and miles of trails, it’s an ideal setting for outdoor living and exploration. The lower home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with 3 of the bedrooms conveniently located on the first floor. Inside, you’ll find a kitchen-family room combo, open living and dining area, fireplace, and a wood-burning Queen stove for cozy nights. Step out onto the large deck to take in the fresh air, or enjoy morning coffee from the primary suite’s private balcony. Up the hill, the second home is a 2014, 3-bedroom, 2-bath with an open layout, fireplace, Kitchen Queen stove, and a front porch overlooking a peaceful pond. There’s plenty of storage with multiple garages, barns, and an automatic chicken coop setup—fresh eggs made easy. The land is enrolled in the NY 480A Forestry Management Program, offering long-term land care, reduced property taxes, and potential timber income. Being sold fully furnished and ready to go, this property is well-suited as a weekend escape, full-time homestead, private family compound—or a smart investment with income potential from vacation rentals and timber.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Varies
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Separate/Formal Living Room, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Partially Furnished, Sliding Glass Door(s), Storage, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary
- Total Bedroom Count: 7
- Garage Space: 7 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Detached, Electricity, Garage
- Exterior: Balcony, Deck, Gravel Driveway, Propane Tank - Owned, Propane Tank - Leased
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Propane, Forced Air
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $899,000
- Price/SqFt: $233
- Lot: Agricultural, Irregular Lot, Secluded
- Directions: From Delhi, take State Highway 10 S/W for ~10 miles. Left onto County Highway 26 for 0.7 miles. Left to Stay on 26 up over hill (Telford Hollow / Hawleys-Downsville Rd) for 3.7 miles. Driveway on right ~across from address 4160.
- Year Built: 1970
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,844 SqFt
- Lot Size: 268 Acres
- MLS Number: R1620325
- MLS Name: NYS
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties
- Office Phone: (347) 309-3844
- Listing Agent: Egor Kryshtopav
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Nearby schools
3
Townsend Elementary School
Public District PK-5
6.8 mi
•42-66 North St
5
Delaware Academy Elementary School
Public District KG-5
10.5 mi
•2 Sheldon Dr
5
Livingston Manor Elementary School
Public District PK-6
18.4 mi
•19 School St
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 $50,143. Typical income of Colchester, NY residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Figure Skating
NASCAR
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Dollar General
Bass Pro Shops
Wal-Mart
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Applebees
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
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Cadillac
GMC
Ram
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Classic Country
Oldies- Country
Frequently asked questions
About 4197 County Highway 26
The listing price of 4197 County Highway 26 property is $899,000.
The property 4197 County Highway 26 is a house located in Colchester, New York, 13782.
Active Listing: 4197 County Highway 26 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 4197 County Highway 26 are: Townsend Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Delaware Academy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Livingston Manor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Walton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Unatego Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sidney Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Downsville Central School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Walton High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Delaware Academy High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
The property at 4197 County Highway 26 has 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 4197 County Highway 26 is 3,844 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 4197 County Highway 26 is 1970.
This home is located at 4197 County Highway 26 in Colchester, NY and zip code 13782. This 3,844 square foot home, which was built in 1970, sits on a 268.00 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $899,000.
In June 2025 in Colchester, NY there were 10% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $377,000 and the average listing age was 154 days.