Just over 100 miles from NYC, travel down a dirt country road to Cranberry Pond House, a cozy bungalow-style home on nearly 10 acres of secluded land. Surrounded by wildflower meadows, wooded forest, a scenic pond and a spacious grassy lawn, this private home maximizes its inside and outside, ...
Buying a turn-key house on the current market is no easy task; neither is building one. Homestedt Houses aims to provide a premium home design and build service in the Catskills that is streamlined, trustworthy, and beautiful.
A husband and wife team – serial renovators and home builders – take on their biggest project yet: an abandoned cider mill. "A charming, historic, mess." That's how Tom Roberts describes the condition – and the irresitable allure – of the North Branch Cider Mill when he and his wife Anna Åberg were passed the torch in late 2022. “It wasn’t for sale, but it wasn’t in use. So we pestered the owner for 18 months until he sold it to us.” Fast forward to nearly a year since its re-opening in November 2023: an incredible amount of work has been done, made possible by the colossal vision and talent from their parent company/design studio, Homestedt. Its charming and historic parts remain, but this diamond in the rough has been polished back to its original glory. Below, Escape Brooklyn interviews the design-savvy duo who share stories from the renovation, plus give us the scoop on future plans at the North Branch Cider Mill.
110 miles from NYC in Parksville, New York, find the lovely Castle Hill Farmhouse. At the heart of the property, a charming four bedroom, 2,400+ square foot home is the main player. Beyond, the thoughtfully landscaped 5+ acre Castle Hill Farmhouse includes not one, but two elusive Catskills gems: a ...
Nestled into a picturesque hillside in the sleepy hamlet of Youngsville, NY, Blue Hill is a turnkey, peaceful getaway just two hours from New York City. With vaulted ceilings and oversize windows throughout, every room is thoughtfully designed to take advantage of natural light and beautiful surroundings. Three bedroom, two ...
In North Branch, New York, Bully Hill Modern is a rarity among homes hitting the Upstate market. From top to bottom, inside and out, Bully Hill Modern has been lovingly renovated and designed as a place to personally enjoy – never treated as a flip or vacation rental. Located on ...
Nestled in the serene landscape of Livingston Manor, NY, Goff Hill Cabin blends classic log cabin charm with modern design. Meticulously curated by the owner of Long Weekend – who was recently featured in Dwell Magazine – Goff Hill Cabin appeals to design enthusiasts looking to immerse into nature on ...
Step into the serene haven of Roe Pond Estate in Livingston Manor, NY: a vast 6.2 acre plot where a private pond becomes a personal oasis. Extending beyond its size and scenic vistas, this timeless gem is perfect for family gatherings or as the ultimate playground for weekend getaways. Five ...
Architecture and stunning views are the protagonists of the DeBruce Boathouse, the latest to market in the DeBruce Lodges collection of architect-designed post and beam mountain escapes. Ideally located in nature within the Catskills Park "Forever Wild" forest preserve, the DeBruce Boathouse is 100 miles – approximately two hours – ...
Perched in the hills, with dramatically sweeping mountain views, this stunning country retreat is the perfect pairing of elevated design and comfort. A curated selection of vintage and salvaged materials can be found throughout this modern farmhouse, adding history and character, and even the smallest detail here has been thoughtfully ...