Knickerbocker
Livingston Manor, NY
$780,000

Meet Knickerbocker, a designer-built, high efficiency home with a private sauna and expansive sundeck, situated on nearly five lush acres.

Adopting the clean lines and natural tones of Scandinavian design, the house is distinctive in its appearance inside and out, while blending in with the rolling landscape that surrounds it. Brought to life by a seasoned team in every custom element, Knickerbocker is newly built in 2023. Located in the Catskills Park, and just 100 miles from NYC.

The House Tour. The first thing you see upon entering is the 22-foot vaulted ceiling of the open plan living space, anchored by a high efficiency wood stove. An open play layout ties together the kitchen, dining and living spaces.

The ground floor features a primary, en suite bedroom with a built-in headboard and side tables, double sinks, a walk-in shower and a separate soaking tub. A second full bathroom on this floor has an additional walk-in shower and laundry.

An expansive loft overlooks the living room below and contains a generous third bedroom, lounge and a workspace with enviable views.

The house is just under 1600 square feet, though the unfinished basement has an additional 1247 square feet with 8-foot ceilings and is prepped to be finished. The utilities are installed in a way that could easily be configured into a separate utility room, and there is accessible plumbing in the event that a bathroom is added. The basement comes with two large windows and a double glass door walk out.

The Grounds. Knickerbocker is nestled on nearly five private acres of forest visible from the many picture windows throughout the house. An expansive sundeck invites sunbathing, outdoor showers, dining al fresco and sipping Negronis under a blanket of stars. The custom designed sauna is the capstone for chilly summer evenings and crisp winter mornings.

The Area. The property is surrounded by forests and rivers, numerous fishing spots, swimming holes and hiking trails. It's the perfect base camp for all your outdoor adventures, while being just minutes from foodie markets, restaurants, breweries, wine shops, home goods and fashion forward shops.

Knickerbocker lies about 100 miles north of the city but feels much farther. Just a few short minutes from Livingston Manor for all your basics and extras, and just a few minutes further to Catskills hot spots like North Branch and Callicoon. This location is ideal as a weekend getaway, co-primary home or full-time residence.

The Particulars

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 2

Square Footage: 1,600

Unfinished Basement sqft: 1,260

Acres: 4.90

Year built: 2023

Short-term rental friendly: Yes

Top amenities: Custom designed deck & outdoor shower, 85 sqft custom built cedar wood sauna, 1,247 sqft basement with windows and walk out 9 ft ceilings downstairs

Connectivity: Internet: High speed cable internet. Buyer to connect service post-closing. Cell service: Weak, but use wifi calling.

Appliances: Stove/Oven: Samsung, Induction Cooktop and Electric Oven, 30" wide Fridge: Whirlpool - Panel Ready, Dishwasher: Whirlpool - Panel Ready, Washer/Dryer: Samsung. All appliances are Energy Star.

Utilities: Electric: NYSEG, 200amp. Heat: Electric baseboards. Cooling: N/A. Water heater: Electric standalone. Septic: Installed 2023. Water: Drilled well, installed 2023.

Taxes & School: Town: $795/year

*Taxes based on land only*

House Contents: Additionally available for sale, please inquire.

Listing Agent: Robin Jones
robin@catskillmountainhouses.com