41 Shultis Farm Road, Bearsville, NY 12409

 
Coldwell Banker Village Green Realty agents have spent more than three decades earning a deep familiarity with every corner of this remarkable Upstate landscape — from the mountain towns of Windham and Jewett to the river hamlets of Milton and Esopus, from the creative hub of Woodstock to the pastoral backroads of Germantown and Preston Hollow. What makes the region and its real estate endlessly compelling is variety: you'll find hand-hewn log cabins tucked against protected wilderness, stately colonials presiding over horse farms, historic Tudors on pond-side acreage, and everything in between — including a renovated folk Victorian that makes everyone feel an irresistible urge to put the kettle on. The

Photo Courtesy of N.Y.S. Department of Environmental Conservation

We always hear that spending time in nature is good for us. But what exactly does that mean? I love wandering the woods. You probably love to be outside, too. But like me, you might need to know the why of something to prioritize it enough to make an impact. Here’s why spending time in nature is “good for you”. Nature's shapes and structures, the trees, the plants, the clouds, the tiny salamanders, are composed of fractal patterns, which our brains find easier to compress and process than man-made objects with their sharp angles. This "easier" sensory environment triggers reduced blood flow to the subgenual prefrontal cortex, which in turn lowers rumination, stress, and anxiety! If this

46 Lower Byrdcliffe, Woodstock, NY 12498

Let's go on a little tour. A tour of the kitchens, barns, baths, and porches of the Hudson Valley and Catskills region. The best part of this tour is that it's not just a vicarious peek at other people's dream homes, these Upstate properties are all for sale, right now. If you see anything you'd like to tour in person contact us and we'll get you scheduled for an appointment.

A Historic Saltbox With A Modern Refresh

Just outside the village proper of Greenville, NY, this beautiful saltbox sits on a lovely country acre in the Catskill Mountains, just a short drive from both Windham Mountain Club and Hunter Mountain. The 19th century

63 Country Club Lane, Woodstock, NY 12498

The homes of Upstate New York, set against breathtaking landscapes of the Hudson Valley and Catskills regions, have long captivated the hearts of adventurers, artists, and seekers of serenity. This enchanting region boasts not only natural beauty but also an abundance of historic farmhouses, cottages, bungalows and cabins, each holding its own unique story. If you have ever dreamed of living amidst the picturesque beauty of rolling hills, verdant valleys, and cascading waterfalls, scroll down. The vibrant communities in the Hudson Valley and Catskills are known for their thriving local arts scene, farmer's markets brimming with fresh produce, and an array of outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and

367 Samsonville Road, Kerhonkson, NY 12446

If you're searching for a home in The Catskills and the Hudson Valley now is the perfect time to be looking! The spring listing season came into full swing just a little late in 2023, but now that it's rolling beautiful homes are coming on the market every day. From farmhouses, to chalets, to mountain bungalows, to sharp contemporary homes there are plenty of properties to look at. How many barns would you like? How close to the ski resorts would you like to be? Are you looking to make an investment in one of Upstate's most popular towns? Saugerties? Kingston? Catskill? Browse the few select listings below in a wide range of offering prices and locations, or search all available listings in The Catskills

One of the best things about being a real estate agent Upstate is being a change-scout; knowing what's new and exciting in each of our towns is part of my job. Honestly, this is no exertion! I'm inclined to want to know these things anyway! Driving cross-county to meet clients or preview a new property listing affords me opportunities to spot new action, new buildings, and new businesses in the region. Since each of my 150 Coldwell Banker Village Green Realty colleagues are also scouting the new, expanded, or improved, we were able to put together quite the list of spots we've spotted recently - everything from nouveau department stores, to pizza places, to cafes with board game rental programs. Enjoy, and let me know what you try in the comments!

New Catskills and Hudson Valley Homes For Sale

Oh my! This September we have so many gorgeous new property listings from cottages to modern homes built from green materials never before used in the Hudson Valley. I've picked out a few for our newsletter subscribers. Interested? Speak to your local expert.

Chichester Cottage

This darling cottage in Chichester sits on a pretty bend in the road on the way out of Phoenicia. Recently renovated, it's ready for you to fill with cute furniture, love, and fun. Not familiar with Chichester? Think "mountain living" and you'll have it just about right! Fresh mountain air, rushing streams, and the

We all know that bees are vital to our survival. They make our all our food happen! Bees are also endlessly fascinating, romantic, and the makers of the most shelf-stable food on the planet – while man cannot live on bread alone, we might be able to live off bees and their honey. Enter September - honey month! Regardless of your interest level in honey – from “I just put it in my tea every once in a while,” to, “I want to devote my life to bees, honey, and wax!”, the Catskills and Hudson Valley have honey resources for you. This September we’re taking a little tour of the honey landscape round-about – we’ve even got some property recommendations if you want to become a hobbyist beekeeper or start your own full-blown, for-profit apiary.  

Things To Do In Upstate New York! Being in the Real Estate biz, we're plugged into the event scene across the many counties of the Hudson Valley and Catskills region. We love all the creativity we're seeing! It seems that our neighbors spent the quiet pandemic time coming up with new and different ways for us to have fun together (without discarding the best of the old ways). We shout, "hooray" for Painting With Ponies, a no-phone music and camping festival, and a nighttime market featuring "exotic oddities". We've culled together a list of concerts, festivals, fairs, farmer's markets, and other happening events in the Hudson Valley and Catskills for summer 2022 that we're excited for. We hope to see you at some of them! Look for the Coldwell Banker

One of the easiest and most beautiful ways to be a conscientious citizen of the planet is to use native species in your garden and landscaping. As Hudson Valley and Catskills real estate experts, we at Coldwell Banker Village Green Realty know that this is a concern close to many buyers' hearts.

Never have we ever heard a homebuyer say they weren't keen on a plot of land because it was decorated with native plants - no one's shouting, "NOOOO, not a serviceberry tree!!!!" - and we have all worked with buyers who put a landscape of local plants on their wishlist in order to live "greenly".  As Local Experts, we're happy to give suggestions about everything from plumbers and interior decorators to electricians and gourmet shops (both solicited and un