Fox Mountain: Livingston Manor, NY

About The Property

The headline here is that Fox Mountain, a seductive 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom farmhouse-in-the-woods, has a soaring charm quotient — and if you fall for the whole package, the pitch perfect furnishings are available too. The current owners saved this neglected home, updating its systems, and injecting the house with character that is apparent at every turn, starting with the entry and its welcoming covered front porch and red door.

The living room received a lot of attention, from the refinished wide plank floors, to the painstaking wood cladding on the ceiling’s exposed joists that also allows access to the radiant heat for the upstairs, if needed. The new glass-fronted wood stove is in keeping with a rustic Catskills vibe as is the custom wood TV cabinet and lighted shelves with hidden tech compartment. But the big pow is the addition of a 12 foot accordion glass door that folds wide open to make the dappled woodland part of the room. A new wraparound deck lures you to lounge and linger, or, perhaps, to sit around the large campfire tucked under a high tree canopy..

The kitchen is spacious with a simple island that comfortably seats 3. It was updated with butcher block counters, stainless sink and culinary faucet, while the stainless steel appliances are about 5 years old. The generous pantry is a tidy chef’s friend for out-of-sight storage, leaving the open shelving for display and easy access to frequently used pieces.

Before we head upstairs, let me just say, I love the stairs themselves. In particular, the recesses along the paneled wall below the handrail are ingenious focal points for whatever kind of display you favor. And if you like the owners’ selections, they can be yours too.

The upstairs landing itself is designed as a legit hangout space, with room for a sofa (as shown). And there’s also a delightful nook with chaise tucked into an intimate corner and flanked by windows. Just the spot to head with a book and cup of tea for some “me time”.

There are three bedrooms upstairs, two of which have dramatic ~12 foot vaulted ceilings. The primary bedroom is en suite with a modern bathroom featuring glass enclosed tiled shower, while the other two utilize a shared bathroom with tub/shower combo.

Under five miles from the dynamic business district of Livingston Manor, Fox Mountain serves up Catskills tranquility, with easy access to the lively businesses and community that has made the area sought-after.

An avid collector of antiques from a young age, the seller is offering the furnishings for $30,000.

Listing Agent: Jennifer Grimes, 845-397-2590