Experience the best of Catskills living at the Mountain Brook Inn, a beautifully restored historic home in Shandaken, NY. Originally built in 1805 and extensively renovated for 2025, this remarkable residence offers nearly 8,000 square feet of living space on a picturesque 1-acre lot along the tranquil Bushnellsville Creek....
Experience the best of Catskills living at the Mountain Brook Inn, a beautifully restored historic home in Shandaken, NY. Originally built in 1805 and extensively renovated for 2025, this remarkable residence offers nearly 8,000 square feet of living space on a picturesque 1-acre lot along the tranquil Bushnellsville Creek. The home spans three levels, featuring seven spacious bedrooms on the second floor and five additional rooms on the third floor that are ready for renovation, providing abundant space for family, guests, or flexible use as home offices or studios. Recent renovations have masterfully blended the home’s original rustic charm with modern comforts, including new bathrooms, wide board flooring, pine ceilings, and updated lighting throughout. The gourmet commercial chef’s kitchen is outfitted with all new appliances, a pizza oven, and custom cabinetry-perfect for entertaining or culinary adventures at home. Multiple living and gathering spaces, including a large attached barn, offer endless possibilities for recreation, storage, or creative projects. Currently utilized as a bar and hotel, this property could easily become your own private retreat or a turnkey bed and breakfast. Modern upgrades include a new on-demand hot water system, artesian well, and a state-of-the-art septic system designed and installed by the DEP, as well as updated heating systems for year-round comfort. Nearly every room enjoys beautiful views of the creek, woods, and mountains, with easy access to outdoor living and entertaining spaces. Steeped in history, this home has served as a stagecoach station, country store, and tavern, with every detail-from handcrafted furnishings to meticulously preserved architecture-reflecting its rich Catskills heritage. Located in the heart of the NY City Watershed protected area, this property offers privacy and tranquility, while being just minutes from world-class skiing, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation. The charming hamlets of Shandaken and Phoenicia are nearby, providing shopping, dining, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Additional features include annual taxes of $5,670, central air, hardwood floors, and an accessible entrance. The sale can also be combined with additional commercial restuarant located at 7159 State Route 28 for a rare opportunity to own a substantial Catskills estate. This is a unique chance to own a piece of Catskills history-perfect as a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or multi-generational family home-where elegance, authenticity, and tranquility come together in a truly special setting.
Listing courtesy of Christie S Int Real Estate
New Listing
Shandaken, New York
Type: House
Price: $2,400,000
Re Tax: $5,670
Date Listed: 5/16/2025
Web ID: 862773
Type: Single Family
Size: 1.0 acres
Rooms: 21.0
Bedrooms: 13
Bathrooms: 4.5
Built: 1805
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