115 miles from New York City in Livingston Manor, Black Bear Cottage offers a quintessential Catskills getaway. Inside this thoughtfully renovated 3-acre retreat, nautical finishes like porthole windows and shiplap paneling add charm and texture to Black Bear Cottage’s open layout and modern amenities.
Three bedroom, two bathroom cottage | 1,490 square foot home on 3.14 acres | Wood burning stove and custom mosaic hearth | Hardwood floors throughout | Nautical design elements, including porthole windows and shiplap paneling | Chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances and eat-in breakfast bar | Updated bathrooms with walk-in showers | Open layout living space | Bonus tiny house with sleeping loft and kitchenette | Wraparound deck with room for dining and grilling | Hot tub | Outdoor firepit | Furniture included | Asking $625,000
Listed by Robin Jones at Anatole House. For showings or inquiries, email robin@anatolehouse.com or call/text 845-943-4177
Open House: Saturday, March 15th from 12:00pm-2:00pm, at 78 Old Liberty Road, Livingston Manor, NY 12758. Contact listing agent to RSVP.
Five minutes from the trendy town of Livingston Manor, Black Bear Cottage’s main space is open and airy like a modern home – but maintains timeless Catskills charm, dating originally to 1902.
To the right of its front door, the living area is anchored by a wood-burning stove set on a custom mosaic hearth, serving as a centerpiece for gatherings. Beside the hearth, a wall of windows floods the space with natural light, while sliding glass doors provide easy access to the wraparound deck. Tucked into a private corner of the living area, a versatile den offers additional gathering space or can serve as a cozy sitting room away from the rest of the home.
Photos by Peter Crosby
Across from the living area, the cottage’s kitchen boasts a dark facade, an eat-in breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances. A second set of glass doors sits at the end of the kitchen, making it easy to access the back deck for al fresco dining. Between the kitchen and the living area, there is a designated dining space large enough to accommodate a table for eight. The open layout allows for easy movement between the living area, dining space, and kitchen, making it ideal for hosting large cocktail parties and intimate dinners alike.
A flight of stairs, bathed in light from an oversized window perched at the landing, leads to Black Bear Cottage’s second story. This upper level houses two spacious bedrooms, a flex room, and a primary suite with a shared bathroom. The primary suite features noteworthy design elements, including nods to nautical style through shiplap paneling and a large porthole window, as well as a reading nook with views of the property. In addition to the two bedrooms and flex space on this floor, a tiny house with a sleeping loft, kitchenette, and bathroom (plumbed and ready to be hooked up to water and septic) sits just off the cottage’s back deck, adding additional space for guests to settle.
Outside, enjoy over three acres of wooded land in the heart of the Catskills. The upper portion of the property borders a Rail Trail, offering easy access for afternoons of hiking and biking. Back at the cottage, the home’s wraparound deck provides plenty of space for days spent soaking in the sun. Enjoy dips in the hot tub before settling in for an evening of grilling and al fresco dining on the back deck. Afterward, grab a late-night cocktail and gather around the firepit for stargazing.
For a day off the grounds, take the five-minute drive to the thriving town of Livingston Manor. Start with breakfast at The Walk-In, then head to Catskill Art Space to spend the morning admiring contemporary art. Afterward, stop into the town’s many boutiques and vintage stores – highlights include Homestedt, Long Weekend, and Nest. Refuel with a coffee from Main Street Farm, and then enjoy a drink at Upward Brewing followed by a hike on Beer Mountain. End the day with pizza at The Kaatskeller, or return to The-Walk In – which transforms into Stumble Out Bar in the evenings – for craft cocktails and elevated American fare.
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