80 miles north of NYC, Straylight is an architect-designed retreat that harmonizes modern style and functionality with the privacy and preserved land of Black Forest. Designed in collaboration with renowned architect Ralph Rapson, the home features his iconic "Greenbelt" concept with a glass-roofed interior courtyard that brings nature directly into the living space. The current homeowners worked with Rapson to adapt his famous design for this woodland property.
Located in the heart of the Catskills, Bethel Pines is a well-maintained 10-acre property just over 100 miles from NYC. This fully furnished, turn-key home serves as both a quiet retreat and a convenient base for exploring the region's natural surroundings, offering a versatile escape from city life.
Less than 120 miles from NYC, The Lakeledge and Beechwoods Knoll integrate modern style into the mountainside towns of Kenoza Lake and Callicoon in the Western Catskills. Despite following the same blueprint, these two homes – crafted by the team at Western Sullivan Properties – utilize distinct exterior elements and features of their grounds to create two unique Catskills retreats.
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.
Tucked into the trees of Black Forest, Millbrook Modern offers a private, contemporary retreat less than 100 miles from NYC. This newly-built home, fabricated by the minds at Wishbone Design-Build, combines modern architecture with mid-century aesthetics, creating a unique and noteworthy design.
Ten of Upstate's most intimate, vibey spots that are perfect for date night – from the Hudson Valley to the Catskills. Think intimate spots for date night with tables for two, girls night, or solo spots to ignore the couples around you with a book… with strong drinks, dim lighting, quiet atmosphere, sharable plates, and an excuse to dress up.
Nestled in the bucolic heart of the Catskills, North Branch, New York, is a small hamlet renowned for its picturesque landscapes and historic charm. With a population hovering around a few hundred, North Branch is characterized by its historic homes, perfectly patinated storefronts, rolling farmland, and the gentle flow of the East Branch of the Delaware River. Though the hamlet – yes, we said "hamlet" – is by definition tiny, North Branch is central to some of our other favorite towns, including Callicoon, Roscoe, and Livingston Manor – there's no lack of things to do or see in the area. (Unless of course, you want to do nothing, which is welcome here too.)
Tucked at the end of a quiet road less than two hours from NYC, this reimagined 1970's waterside home in Parksville, NY is the ultimate Upstate retreat. Gut-renovated and redesigned by Bone Design, this mid-century home merges slow, waterfront living with contemporary style and functionality. Three bedroom, two bathroom modern ...
Just over two hours from NYC, these lakeside cabins are located on a peaceful, non-motorized lake in the heart of the Catskills. Accommodating up to seven guests in five bedrooms, two cozy cabins offer just the right amount of space and privacy for groups of friends and family.
In Jeffersonville, NY, the Craftsman is a 1930's Arts and Crafts style home filled with rich, warm tones, original woodwork and stained glass windows. Blending simple clean lines with fine detail work and modern updates throughout, the Craftsman has been meticulously maintained while still preserving its historic character. Three ...