luxury architect houses for sale Ulster County, United States

Burroughs Hill began as a hunting cabin and was expanded in the 1940s by an architect and sculptor who added the great room and basement. Over the past decade, it has been thoughtfully renovated, preserving its original character while adding modern comfort and functionality. Perched above the Hudson with sweeping river views, the home offers 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and a flexible room that works well as a home office, study, or creative space. Expansive windows and skylights fill the interiors with natural light, while original details from the early 1900s give Burroughs Hill a warm, layered feel. The layout balances open living spaces with cozy private corners. A spacious great room with soaring ceilings flows into a kitchen featuring a Viking electric stove, custom cabinetry, and an island bar. A screened porch offers a quiet spot to take in the panoramic river views. The main level also includes a library and an ensuite bedroom, ideal for guests or flexible living. Upstairs, a skylit room, 2 full baths, an ensuite primary bedroom with Hudson River views and a walk-in closet, and two additional bedrooms were added during the renovation, along with a new main staircase and mudroom. Custom built-ins, hidden storage throughout, and a dedicated indoor gardening alcove add both function and charm. Two separate HVAC systems allow for flexible climate control: radiator heat serves the great room and bedrooms with individual room controls. Outside, hand-built stone walls, winding pathways, and thoughtfully planted gardens create a landscape designed for beauty and ease. Just 90 minutes from New York City, Burroughs Hill is ideal for a weekend retreat or full-time living.

Envision living in a home that is not just a residence but a testament to the awe-inspiring forces of nature that shaped the Hudson River Valley. Introducing Kushner Studio's latest residential masterpiece, a property that echoes the dramatic glacial activity that sculpted this region over 26,000 years ago.This future architectural icon is meticulously designed to integrate with the landscape, offering a seamless blend of art and environment. Spread across 6 levels, this home boasts 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, dual kitchens, a contemplative fountain, a walkout roof lounge, and an elevator to access the multiple living spaces which provide mesmerizing views of the Shawangunk Ridge.The exterior is just as impressive, featuring an in-ground pool for serene summers, a spacious 2-car garage, and a rooftop oasis perfect for contemplating the majestic surroundings. With construction set to commence around Labor Day and an anticipated completion in August 2025. Be a part of the process as the project takes form, and experience how the Architects have incorporated not only local landmarks into the design but have utilized material hand harvested from the site itself. Situated in the artisanal community of Gardiner, NY, this property is a sanctuary for environmentalists, creators, and nature enthusiasts alike. Immerse yourself in a locale rich with culture and brimming with outdoor adventures, all just a two-hour drive from NYC.For those drawn to geological greatness and unparalleled natural beauty, your heart will find its home here. Embrace the opportunity to be part of a living legacy, where every angle and form of your future residence reflects the majestic history of its land.

Set on more than nine private acres just minutes from the heart of Woodstock, this elegant sprawling ranch is a rare offering where the views take center stage. Thoughtfully designed in the spirit of 1960s contemporary architecture, the home was created to celebrate its extraordinary natural setting, with sweeping vistas enjoyed from nearly every room. A substantial spring-fed pond, serene pine forest, and dramatic 180-degree Catskill Mountains views create a setting that is both tranquil and unforgettable.The open floor plan enhances the home's effortless flow and inviting, inclusive style of living. A dramatic screened porch with cathedral ceilings, along with an expansive wood deck, offers exceptional spaces for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply taking in the surrounding beauty. Inside, a bluestone fireplace anchors the living room, while a curved glass wall, dining area, eat-in kitchen with skylight, and breakfast bar all contribute to the home's warmth, comfort, and easy livability.The spacious primary en suite includes an adjoining room with generous closets -- an ideal space for a home office, fitness area, reading retreat, or nursery. Two additional well-proportioned bedrooms provide ample accommodations for guests or family. Both retro-inspired bathrooms are spacious and full of character, offering an opportunity for tasteful updating.The lower level presents an expansive unfinished area ready to be transformed to suit your vision, whether for additional living space, a studio, recreation room, or workshop.Peaceful, private, and exceptionally close to town, this special property combines natural beauty, architectural character, and endless potential. Recent improvements include a new roof and hot water heater. A true Hudson Valley retreat, this is the kind of property that captures the heart and offers a lasting sense of calm.A 3D Walkthrough Tour is available in the digital Lookbook or by request.

Guardian House is a private mountain retreat set into the wooded hills of Bearsville, designed by renowned Woodstock architect Barry Price and rebuilt in 2011 to live in harmony with its surroundings. Thoughtful, restrained, and deeply connected to the landscape, the home feels both grounded and elevated, a place meant for retreat, reflection, and gathering. Wrapped in forest and framed by long mountain views, the house unfolds across multiple levels, with light pouring in through expansive windows and doors that blur the line between indoors and out. Natural materials anchor the interiors, creating a sense of warmth and calm that feels equally suited to winter weekends by the fire or long summer days flowing onto the decks and screened porch. The main living spaces are open, intuitive, and deeply connected to the landscape, designed for both quiet mornings and effortless entertaining. Step outside and nearly every room opens to nature, with generous outdoor living spaces that invite coffee at sunrise, evening dinners under the trees, and long conversations that stretch late into the night. The grounds feel like a personal sanctuary. A serene pond sits just beyond the home, while the pool and pool house create a true resort-like experience tucked discreetly into the property. Whether hosting friends, spending time with family, or enjoying complete solitude, the setting offers rare privacy and a constant connection to the land. A separate guest house adds flexibility and independence, ideal for extended stays, visiting guests, or a private workspace removed from the main residence. Every element of the property has been considered with intention, balancing design, comfort, and livability without excess. Just minutes from Woodstock yet entirely its own world, Guardian House is a place to slow down, reset, and live fully within the landscape. A rare Catskills offering that prioritizes lifestyle, privacy, and a deep sense of place.

Welcome to South Hill, a modern community with luxurious homes immersed in the Catskills. Located in Ulster County, South Hill is at the forefront of a new generation of Upstate homes. Designed by the award winning architects at Mapos, each home is inspired by the dynamic landscape of South Hill and has been crafted with the utmost attention to detail while allowing you a high degree of control to make this your home. The Hudson is a 2200 square foot home designed with clean and modern finishes, natural textures, local materials, super-insulated walls and roof for low maintenance, environmental impact and energy usage. This single-story home integrates with the natural landscape and is offered on 4.61 wooded hickory and hemlock acres with seasonal mountain views which can be made year round with minimal clearing. Featuring a large and open Living/Dining/Kitchen space with soaring 17.5 ft ceilings for gatherings. Large entry area with large closet and powder room is perfect for the transition from outside to in. Two bedrooms can be found off of the corridor and across to a full bathroom and separate laundry room and mechanical space. The main bedroom and bathroom suite is placed at the opposite end of the home and opens onto the landscape. The den/flex room has a screened in porch. The home includes triple pane insulated windows, 8'white oak floors, hemlock ceilings though out, kitchen island, expanded kitchen storage, Fisher Paykel series 7 kitchen suite, wine refrigerator, built in millwork in great room, LG Ultra washer and dryer, Stuv wood burning stove, motorized skylights, matte black Kohler Purist plumbing fixtures, high efficiency ducted heating and cooling system, radiant heat floors, and a storage attic. The exterior is covered with rustic Japanese Shou Sugi siding and a standing seam metal roof with extended eaves. Expansive decks are also included off of the main living space, 2 bedrooms and main bedroom. Add-on amenities include a 550 sf guest house, a detached 2-car garage (or 1-car garage and studio), in-ground swimming pool, wood-fired sauna, outdoor kitchen, outdoor shower and a firepit. Located less than 2 hours from New York City, South Hill is optimal for weekend getaways, 4-season adventures, or a lifetime. Offering this new construction opportunity to build your home on a property with some of the most breathtaking views in the Hudson Valley. Access to 30 acres of common open space and a community barn. A full brochure is available upon request.

Welcome to South Hill, a modern community with luxurious homes immersed in the Catskills. Located in Ulster County, South Hill is at the forefront of a new generation of Upstate homes. Designed by an award winning architect, each home is inspired by the dynamic landscape of South Hill and has been crafted with the utmost attention to detail while allowing you a high degree of control to make this your home. The Woodland is a 2000 square foot home designed with clean and modern finishes, natural textures, local materials, super-insulated walls and roof for low maintenance, environmental impact and energy usage. This single-story home integrates with the natural landscape and is offered on one of the largest lots - 7 wooded hickory and hemlock acres with frontage on South Hill Rd and Red Rock Road. Featuring a large and open Living/Dining/Kitchen space with 12.5 ft ceilings for gatherings. Two bedrooms can be found off of the corridor and across to a full bathroom and separate laundry room and mechanical space. The main bedroom and bathroom suite is placed at the opposite end of the home and opens onto the landscape. The home includes double pane insulated windows, finished concrete floors, chrome Kohler Purist fixtures, minimal cassette heating and cooling, and a storage attic. The exterior has stained knotty pine siding and a standing seam metal roof. Add-on amenities include a 550 sq ft guest house, a detached 2-car garage (or 1-car garage and studio), in-ground swimming pool, wood-fired sauna, outdoor kitchen, outdoor shower and a firepit. Located less than 2 hours from New York City, South Hill is optimal for weekend getaways, 4-season adventures, or a lifetime. Offering this new construction opportunity to build your home on a property with some of the most breathtaking views in the Hudson Valley. Access to 30 acres of common open space and a community barn. A full brochure is available upon request.

This contemporary mountain home designed by Mapos Architects offers sophisticated living in perfect harmony with its natural surroundings. Thoughtfully divided into three distinct sections to preserve the landscape's integrity, this 3,400 square foot residence provides both luxury and connection to nature. The main living area features warm cedar cladding and a distinctive green roof deck that extends the natural landscape. Floor-to-ceiling triple-pane sliding glass doors open completely to transform the space into a seamless indoor-outdoor environment, perfect for entertaining or peaceful relaxation. The bedroom wing extends dramatically outward from the slope, creating a floating effect above the landscape. The primary suite includes a private, deck with unobstructed mountain views, while three additional bedrooms, each offer their own bath and tranquil setting. A separate guest wing, constructed of poured concrete that echoes the surrounding stone terrain, provides privacy for visitors and includes its own elevated roof deck with panoramic vistas. Built with premium sustainable materials and meticulous attention to detail, Slide Mountain House represents exceptional mountain living with modern comforts. This property balances architectural significance with practical luxury—an investment in both lifestyle and legacy in one of the Catskills' most desirable locations.

This exceptional mountain property showcases innovative architectural design that respects and enhances its natural setting. This 3,100 square foot home offers sophisticated living spaces with direct connection to the surrounding landscape. The main living area runs parallel to the natural slope, partially integrated into the terrain for energy efficiency and protection. Floor-to-ceiling triple-pane sliding glass doors open completely to create a seamless transition between indoor comfort and outdoor living, with panoramic mountain views from every angle. The primary suite occupies a premium position extending outward from the main structure, providing exceptional privacy and commanding views. Its private deck creates an elevated vantage point above the tree canopy toward distant mountain peaks. With three bedrooms, three and a half baths, and a versatile den that can function as a fourth bedroom, the home accommodates guests with ease. The thoughtful floor plan balances communal spaces with private retreats. Premium materials throughout include warm cedar cladding and architectural concrete elements that complement the natural surroundings while providing exceptional durability and minimal maintenance. Kaaterskill House represents a rare opportunity to own a significant architectural property that delivers both everyday livability and a meaningful connection to the mountain landscape. Modern luxury meets natural beauty in this thoughtfully designed mountain retreat.

This architecturally significant Catskills property offers premium modern living. The distinctive 3,000 square foot residence, designed by Mapos Architects, features a sustainable green roof and strategically nestles into the landscape to provide privacy from the approach while maximizing views on the downhill side. The main home design is conceived as an elegant bar nestled into the landscape, complemented by a charming screen porch ideal for summer evenings and al fresco dining. Adjacent to the main house, a detached guest suite offers privacy and comfort for visitors. The upper level showcases an open-concept main living area with abundant natural light and direct access to an expansive deck . The primary suite occupies a prime position at the end of the home, featuring its own private deck. The lower level includes a versatile family room ideal for entertaining or conversion to a home gym, two additional bedrooms, and a full bathroom. Triple-pane sliding glass doors open directly to the pool deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. Vly House represents a rare opportunity to own a contemporary architectural gem that balances sophisticated design with practical luxury in one of the Catskills' most desirable locations, just two hours from New York City.

Welcome to South Hill, a modern community with luxurious homes immersed in the Catskills. Located in Ulster County, South Hill is at the forefront of a new generation of Upstate homes. Designed by the award winning architects at Mapos, each home is inspired by the dynamic landscape of South Hill and has been crafted with the utmost attention to detail while allowing you a high degree of control to make this your home. The Windham is a 2200 square foot home designed with clean and modern finishes, natural textures, local materials, super-insulated walls and roof for low maintenance, environmental impact and energy usage. This single-story home integrates with the natural landscape and is offered on 3.41 wooded hickory and hemlock acres with seasonal mountain views which can be made year round with minimal clearing and frontage on South Hill Rd and Red Rock Road. Featuring a large and open Living/Dining/Kitchen space with 12.5 ft ceilings for gatherings. Two bedrooms can be found off of the corridor and across to a full bathroom and separate laundry room and mechanical space. The main bedroom and bathroom suite is placed at the opposite end of the home and opens onto the landscape. The den/flex room has a screened in porch. The home includes double pane insulated windows, 6' white oak floors, hemlock ceiling in main room, kitchen island, Fisher Paykel series 7 kitchen suite, LG Ultra washer and dryer, Stuv wood burning stove, motorized skylights, chrome Kohler Purist fixtures, high efficiency ducted heating and cooling system, and a storage attic. The exterior is covered with red cedar siding that will naturally weather over time and a standing seam metal roof with extended eaves. Two decks are also included - one 12 x 48 off of the living / dining rooms and a main bedroom deck. Add-on amenities include a 550 sf guest house, a detached 2-car garage (or 1-car garage and studio), in-ground swimming pool, wood-fired sauna, outdoor kitchen, outdoor shower and a firepit. Located less than 2 hours from New York City, South Hill is optimal for weekend getaways, 4-season adventures, or a lifetime. Offering this new construction opportunity to build your home on a property with some of the most breathtaking views in the Hudson Valley. Access to 30 acres of common open space and a community barn. A full brochure is available upon request.

Welcome to South Hill, a modern community with luxurious homes immersed in the Catskills. Located in Ulster County, South Hill is at the forefront of a new generation of Upstate homes. Designed by the award winning architects at Mapos, each home is inspired by the dynamic landscape of South Hill and has been crafted with the utmost attention to detail while allowing you a high degree of control to make this your home. The Woodland is a 2000 square foot home designed with clean and modern finishes, natural textures, local materials, super-insulated walls and roof for low maintenance, environmental impact and energy usage. This single-story home integrates with the natural landscape and is offered on one of the largest lots - 7 wooded hickory and hemlock acres with frontage on South Hill Rd and Red Rock Road. Featuring a large and open Living/Dining/Kitchen space with 12.5 ft ceilings for gatherings. Two bedrooms can be found off of the corridor and across to a full bathroom and separate laundry room and mechanical space. The main bedroom and bathroom suite is placed at the opposite end of the home and opens onto the landscape. The home includes double pane insulated windows, finished concrete floors, chrome Kohler Purist fixtures, minimal cassette heating and cooling, and a storage attic. The exterior has stained knotty pine siding and a standing seam metal roof. Add-on amenities include a 550 sq ft guest house, a detached 2-car garage (or 1-car garage and studio), in-ground swimming pool, wood-fired sauna, outdoor kitchen, outdoor shower and a firepit. Located less than 2 hours from New York City, South Hill is optimal for weekend getaways, 4-season adventures, or a lifetime. Offering this new construction opportunity to build your home on a property with some of the most breathtaking views in the Hudson Valley. Access to 30 acres of common open space and a community barn. A full brochure is available upon request.