DeBruce Pondhouse: Livingston Manor, NY

About The Property

They say good things come in small packages, and DeBruce Pondhouse in popular Livingston Manor punches way above its weight, with a thoughtfully-designed home (recently completed), privately set on a feature-filled property.

Off a sleepy and desirable country road, a split rail fence lines the gravel driveway leading to the distinctive gabled, covered porch. The interior layout is simple and efficient, with pine trim, beadboard and floors creating a cohesive look throughout. The living room offers ample room for lounging, with a high-efficiency pellet stove providing supplementary heat, not to mention warm vibes. And a dining table slots right in.

The kitchen features cupboards and open shelves, a tall Frigidaire refrigerator, and a range and dishwasher. Tucked into a nearby closet is a combo washer/dryer, with additional storage above.

Headlining the bathroom is the black-framed, glass-enclosed tiled shower. More open shelves provide convenient storage.

Spiral stairs lead to the upper level, which has plenty of space as a bedroom, with an additional area that could capably serve as a home office, dressing area, or even another sleeping spot.

A generous deck accessed via sliding glass doors from the living room is partially covered and looks out over the backyard and the pond to the side. It can easily accommodate a sectional or seating area, as well as a sizable dining set for gracious entertaining.

Who doesn’t love an outdoor shower on a warm summer’s day? The Pondhouse has one of those. A classic Catskills fire pit in the woods? Yep, follow the gravel path to a clearing and you’re in s’mores heaven. There’s a picnic table too for impromptu meals. But the real allure is the view down the forested ravine to Frog Hollow Brook. The more adventurous will use the guide ropes to head down to the substantial water frontage.

While DeBruce Pondhouse is diminutive, this home and property serve up a full Catskills experience and then some. Pair that with a location just 13 minutes to Livingston Manor’s Main Street, and this listing is sure to attract a lot of attention.

Listing Agent: Jennifer Grimes, 845-593-9524