Saugerties is more than just Jimmy Fallon's hometown...

As a Realtor in the Hudson Valley, I really think that Saugerties is one of the hottest and strongest markets right now.  Homes in Saugerties seem to sell much faster than other Hudson Valley towns, (median days on the market in Saugerties this past year was 146 days).  Living here in the Catskills for 13 years now, I have really seen Saugerties change a lot and FAST!

This is a great Huffington Post article that lists some really cool spots in Saugerties and being Jimmy Fallon’s childhood home.  A client of mine who is a big fan of Jimmy Fallon bought his childhood home on Overbaugh Street, (really cool seeing the sellers name “FALLON” on the listing)!

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/offmetrocom/the-best-things-to-do-in_b_4904858.html?utm_hp_ref=tw

Here is a pretty funny video clip of Jimmy Fallon’s Saugerties High School teachers…

Two of my favorite spots in town to eat are Mirabella’s…

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mirabellas-INC/114912815348047?rf=172350472824971

and Stella’s Station

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Stellas-Station/116173861744522

Give me a call today and let me show you Saugerties today!
My website with the Hudson Valley MLS...

Kingston..."Brooklyn on the Hudson"...

I always love when I have clients from the city come up to look at houses in Woodstock, and after talking to them think Kingston might be a better fit.  To give them an idea of Kingston, I may have them meet in the Kingston office instead of meeting in our Woodstock office.  My Kingston office is in a very historic area and there are lots of shoppes, restaurants, and plenty of historic buildings from when this was NY’s first capitol.

Kingston has an artistic urban vibe, but you can still find, (like I did) a home that is on a dirt road and feels miles away, but is just a few minutes from EVERYTHING you need!

Kingston is not for everyone.  It’s a very diverse community where the locals really want to meet new people.  Some of my buyer clients really don’t want that, and would prefer to bring supplies and really escape for a remote weekend, (yes, I can find that also for you)!

Here is a photo log from our company Flickr page of Kingston…

http://www.flickr.com/photos/coldwellbankervillagegreenrealty/sets/72157629650584396/

Here are two of my own listings I have on right now that I feel are really the BEST this city has to offer!

http://www.upstatenydreamhome.com/Web/AR297973/ListingSearch/details/?mls_id=NY-UCMLS&mls_no=20122194&display_page=1&lpp=6&index=1&total_listings=1&from=results
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http://www.upstatenydreamhome.com/Web/AR297973/ListingSearch/details/?mls_id=NY-UCMLS&mls_no=20115144&display_page=1&lpp=6&index=1&total_listings=1&from=results
 

I take great pride in this city, and would really love to show you around to all it has to offer, (even if you have no plans of buying property here)!

Many thanks, and have a great weekend,

(Fridays are a Realtor’s Monday)!

 

"Rollin on the river"...or "comin down the mountain"

One of the greatest things about life in the Hudson Valley is all the great music festivals that happen all summer long!  We have always been known for a music scene because of Woodstock and Bethel Woods.  Woodstock these days doesn't have the strong music scene it once did and the weekend crowd that goes to Woodstock, all seems to be there to just SHOP!  People who come to buy property in Woodstock all seem to ask me where the best places to go for music are.  Depending on what shows are around or who is playing, sometimes things in Woodstock can really give people a let down impression, (good thing the homes there are still so GREAT)!

The Clearwater Festival is a really cool weekend music event that came from Pete Seiger's mission of cleaning up the Hudson River.  As a home owner on the Hudson, I am always grateful for all the years of work put in, (to this day) by Pete.  Pete Seiger is to the Hudson Valley what Bruce Springstein is to New Jersey!  The music festival is always full of amazing bands and also just alongside the Hudson River!  Read more about it all here...

http://www.clearwater.org/festival

Looking for more?

Woodstock radio station WDST www.wdst.com puts on "Mountain Jam" this weekend!  It's always such a popular event and has a vibe similar to a smaller version of THE Woodstock concert years ago.  You can get a one day pass or a camping pass and enjoy four days of music!  This year will probably be extra special because of the passing of Levon Helm and all the incredible tributes expected!

http://mountainjam.com/

The Ulster County Fair and Woodstock properties!

One of the best things about owning Ulster County Real Estate is being able to be part of all the farmer's markets and different fairs during the summer!  The Ulster County Fair is a lot smaller than the Dutchess County Fair, but it's also more of a "classic" county fair.  It's a single price admission and that includes rides and shows.  This year the VILLAGE PEOPLE are playing!  I saw The Village People, (and CHARO) at the Dutchess County Fair a few years ago and they were a blast to see live! 

http://www.dutchessfair.com/

 Here is the Ulster County Fair website...

http://www.ulstercountyfair.com/page.asp?pageid=55

The fair is in New Paltz.  New Paltz is a really great town and owning Ulster County Real Estate there is not only great value, but also a really hip, cool, laid back lifestyle!

http://www.newpaltz.org/

This is a great property I just previewed yesterday in New Paltz.  It can be hard to find land and the right home when looking in Ulster County Real Estate, but this one not only has a cool 50's style Catskill's retreat home in excellent condition, but is also on almost three acres of property!

http://webhosts.ihouseelite.com/Web/AR297973/ListingSearch/details/?mls_id=NY-UCMLS&mls_no=20120099&display_page=1&lpp=6&index=1&total_listings=1&from=results

If you are looking for Woodstock property, there are two Woodstock properties I previewed the other day and loved!  They are two completely different styles and prices, but each has that perfect Woodstock property buyers are looking for right now! 

This home had such great "Restoration Hardware" design and privacy, (over SIX private acres)! I wanted to move right in!

http://webhosts.ihouseelite.com/Web/AR297973/ListingSearch/details/?mls_id=NY-UCMLS&mls_no=20122132&display_page=1&lpp=6&index=1&total_listings=1&from=results

The second home is priced much less and for even MORE acreage, (SEVEN acres)!  The house has such a warm country feeling and all you hear are the waterfalls from the creek outside!  A PERFECT and AFFORDABLE Catskill getaway or permanent home!

http://webhosts.ihouseelite.com/Web/AR297973/ListingSearch/details/?mls_id=NY-UCMLS&mls_no=20122110&display_page=1&lpp=6&index=1&total_listings=1&from=results

If you are looking for Ulster County Real Estate or that perfect Catskills getaway...call me now!

What’s so GREAT about Ulster County Real Estate?

One of the things Coldwell Banker Village Green agents know about Ulster County Real Estate is VALUE!  Well there is plenty of luxury Ulster County Real Estate, there are also plenty of properties that are priced for either first time home owners or maybe just something special for a second home “weekend buyer”. 

                What can you get for around $100,000?  PLENTY!  After a quick search on the MLS, here are a few great places for Ulster County Real Estate…

http://goo.gl/HBFj8

http://goo.gl/ZEwue

http://goo.gl/6zMmE

http://goo.gl/nGTUq

http://goo.gl/Yq8ux

So, that is just a small slice of affordable Ulster County Real Estate.  Are any of these properties for you?  Call ME today!

The sweetest classic farmhouse

I just showed a home the other day I had to share with everyone!  This is a farmhouse in New Paltz and when I walked in with my buyers I just said "WOW"!  This house had really old charm and warmth, but with many new updates so someone can move right in!  It's also surrounded by the most beautiful apple orchards, (go ahead, pick your own...they are right out back)!  I have relatives that live near this home and they LOVE living there!  Here is the full listing!  Let me know if you want to  preview this.  I love showing it and am sure it will be sold SOON!

http://ulster.paragonrels.com/publink/default.aspx?GUID=ffca0dc0-1dbf-4978-8a1a-b38d1807a4d6&Report=Yes

Looking for Hudson River Views?

I just previewed this AMAZING Montana log home that sites high above the Hudson River. I love this home and location to Metro North trains, walkway over the Hudson, village of New Paltz, and so much more! Here is what the listing agent has to say…

Elegant and sophisticated one of a kind Montana Log built home. Enjoy nature at it's finest with 5 secluded acres yet just 1.5 hours from NYC. Gorgeous Hudson River and Berkshire views from your very own balcony off Master Suite! Take a dip in the inground pool or relax in your very own Suana. Soaring cathedral Ceiling with massive stone fireplace for those cold winter nights. Everything you are dreaming of and so much more....

Here is the full listing...

http://ulster.paragonrels.com/publink/default.aspx?GUID=74ae327d-2462-4443-a4b2-a92331242db9&Report=Yes

Give me a call today and I can make sure to get you in to see this before it's GONE!!!