lands for sale Columbia County, United States

Welcome to DREAMLAND. Set along a quiet country road, this exceptional 22 acre parcel offers the rare combination of privacy, curated natural beauty, and effortless access from New York City. Just minutes from the Taconic State Parkway, the property is ideally positioned for seamless weekend escapes or full-time living. A sun-drenched open meadow—perfectly oriented for southern exposure—creates an ideal setting for a modern country estate, while a network of winding, tree-lined trails invites exploration through a landscape of mature hardwoods, including striking 200-year-old oak trees and historic stone walls. The setting feels both expansive and intimate, a 5 acre building site offering the opportunity to design a home that fully captures the surrounding natural beauty. Located moments from the renowned Hawthorne Valley School and its celebrated farm store, and within easy reach of the cultural richness of the Berkshires, this property places you at the intersection of nature, design, and lifestyle. Skiing, art, and dining are all nearby, while the vibrant riverfront city of Hudson is just 20 minutes away. A rare opportunity to create a legacy property in one of the Hudson Valley’s most sought-after settings—where architecture, landscape, and lifestyle come together seamlessly. BOHA, Driveway permit, survey

471 Church Avenue, Lot 3 | Germantown, NY | 11.8 Acres The largest of three beautiful parcels at 471 Church Avenue, Lot 3 offers 11.8 acres in the heart of sought-after Germantown. Striking rock outcroppings, old stone walls and a charming water feature give the land a wonderful sense of character and place. Private and peaceful, the property offers an exceptional canvas for creating a country home thoughtfully connected to its natural surroundings. Mature landscape and generous acreage provide a sense of seclusion while remaining close to the vibrant communities, culture and beauty that define this special corner of the Hudson Valley. A rare opportunity to own a substantial piece of land in Germantown and create something entirely your own.

471 Church Avenue, Lot 2 | Germantown, NY | 8 Acres Part of a rare offering of three distinctive parcels along a peaceful country road in Germantown, Lot 2 encompasses eight acres of beautiful Hudson Valley landscape and offers an inviting opportunity to build something entirely your own. With Board of Health approval already in place, the property provides a wonderful starting point for a thoughtfully designed country home--private enough to feel like a true retreat, yet remarkably convenient to the best of the region. Perfectly positioned between Hudson and Rhinebeck, both approximately 15-20 minutes away, the property offers easy access to restaurants, galleries, shops, farmers markets and Amtrak service while retaining the quiet, rural character that makes this corner of Columbia County so special. Whether considered individually or alongside the neighboring parcels, Lot 2 presents a rare opportunity to put down roots in one of the Hudson Valley's most sought-after settings

471 Church Avenue | Lot 1 | Germantown, NY | 7.95 Acres The best of the Hudson Valley is within easy reach from this picturesque 7.95-acre parcel in Germantown. Set along a quiet country road and offering Board of Health approval, Lot One presents an exceptional opportunity to build a country home in one of Columbia County's most desirable locations. Here, peaceful rural living comes with remarkable convenience. Hudson, with its celebrated restaurants, galleries, shops and Amtrak service to New York City, is approximately 15 minutes away, while Rhinebeck Village is just 20 minutes in the opposite direction. Tivoli and Germantown's charming hamlet are also close at hand. A beautiful setting, generous acreage and an enviable location between two of the Hudson Valley's most sought-after destinations. A rare opportunity to create something entirely your own.

True quiet country roads are increasingly rare--and land offering this degree of privacy and seclusion is rarer still. This wooded, unimproved parcel, adjoining 171 Old Gale Hill Road in East Chatham, offers an estimated 1,186 feet of road frontage along an unpaved and quiet gravel road and an exceptional opportunity to claim a peaceful corner of Columbia County surrounded by nature. The gently rising terrain ranges in elevation from approximately 1,030 to 1,122 feet, creating natural contours, varied woodland scenery and intriguing possibilities for thoughtfully sited improvements. Explore the land's potential for responsible timber harvesting, hunting, camping and other recreational pursuits--or envision building the private country sanctuary you have always dreamed of. Although tucked away from traffic and noise, the property is conveniently located approximately 11 miles from Chatham Village, 10 miles from the hamlet of New Lebanon, 19 miles from Pittsfield, 26 miles from Hudson, 135 miles from New York City and 140 miles from Boston. This is land for those who value stillness, privacy and the freedom to create something entirely their own—a rare opportunity to enjoy an authentic country setting along a truly quiet road, within easy reach of the Hudson Valley and Berkshires.

Big views in Clermont from this 7.63 acre parcel. Drive a private drive through a former train trestle, creating a dramatic entrance to this primo buildable lot. BOHA approved for in ground septic and a survey is available. The home site commands complete privacy with the Catskill Escarpment visible from a western facing design. Currently, a healthy meadow of native flowers with good tree lines surrounding the property and an elevation that is completely inviting. Situated between Red Hook and Germantown NY, this spot enjoys the Columbia County rural nature while being completely convenient to all that these Upstate hotspots have to offer from lunch at Ottos in Germatown or dinner at Bridgitte in Red Hook. Fifteen minutes from both Hudson and Rhinebeck and a short drive to both Amtrak stations. Build your Upstate farm to table dream house.

Where the road ends. This 173 acre parcel runs adjacent to the Hudson, with majestic views up and down the river and to the Catskill Mountains beyond. One of the largest available on the Hudson River, this rare, undeveloped slice of heaven is available for the first time in over twenty years. Watch the barges pass by on their way to New York, witness the storms blow over the mountain range, see the glow of the lighthouse in the distance as dusk sets in and the eagles fly over the landscape. An incredible, once in a lifetime opportunity abutting large swaths of forever wild land to the south and east. Just 10m to Amtrak and all that the vibrant city of Hudson has to offer from its farm-to-table restaurants, burgeoning hotel scene and antique troves. Developable and subdividable. 2.5h to NYC.

132 Decker Road is a stunning Colonial farmhouse of classic proportions. Built c1870 and set on five lush acres of field, forest and water, the property overlooks 100 acres of beautiful protected land. Enjoy your own personal swimming pond complete with a swim platform and pastoral farmland views. The location in southern Columbia County is noteworthy for its lovely neighboring estates, quiet country roads and close proximity to Hudson. Feel like you're a world away, but the wonderful shops and restaurants of Hudson are just down the road, and acclaimed restaurant Stissing House is your local pub. Inside, original details abound-- wide-plank floors, hand-hewn beams, and uncharacteristically high ceilings for a house of this age. The country kitchen has a Viking range, SubZero refrigerator and an indoor parilla for grilling over an open flame. The large and lightfilled living room is anchored by a wood burning fireplace, and you'll find a formal dining room & large study on the first floor. Upstairs there is a lovely primary suite with a full bath and a walk-in closet. Down the hall you'll find three additional bedrooms and a second full bath. The attic space has been finished for creative work and leaves room for future expansion. Outside, the magic continues with a spring-fed swimming pond, meadows, private trails, and a huge barn-like garage that could easily be converted into a guest cottage, studio, or gym. 132 Decker is a fabulously authentic farmhouse, beautifully maintained in the original farmhouse tradition, sweet as can be, less than two hours from NYC and 20m to Amtrak.