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Selkirk,NY 12158
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 11,132 sqft
Price per Sqft $211
MLS Listing ID 20254403
Style Other
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Year Built 1900
Annual Tax Amount $35,851
Tax Year 35851
Lot Size 73.100 Acres
Acres 73.1
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Hudson Valley Catskills Region Multiple List Service (Ulster County Board of REALTORS®)
Property Description
A rare opportunity to snap up one of the Hudson Valley's most unique waterfront offerings and restore it back to it's former glory—The Wedding Present Farm. Perched above the Hudson River, this extraordinary 73 acre estate includes a historic mansion, three additional residential structures, a barn, garage, pool, private pond, and yes- your very own 42 acres on Shad Island, between Baker Creek and the Hudson River. .With sweeping river views, lush native landscaping, and storybook surroundings, the possibilities here are endless: a dreamy personal compound, a one-of-a-kind hospitality venture, or a legacy property ready to be reimagined (always check with town on your specific uses.) Anchoring the estate is the original mansion, full of historic charm and presence, and positioned to take full advantage of panoramic water views. Across the property, you'll find four separate housing structures offering flexible space for guests, rental income, or creative repurposing. The barn adds rustic charm and utility, while the garage adjacent to the pool begs to be transformed into a pool house or summer studio. A meandering pond, native trees, and flowering plants lend a wild, romantic feel—like nature is part of the design. This is not just land—it's a legacy. Once gifted as a wedding present from the original owner - Edward Townsend Reed - who gifted the land as a summer home to his friends Edward and Martha Van Antwerp Easton in 1907 (hence the name). Now, it's ready for a bold new chapter. This is an incredible opportunity to reinvigorate the property and renovate it to suit whatever use best serves your vision—whether personal or business. The bones are there, the details are gorgeous, and there's so much potential calling. Whether you're envisioning a family compound, boutique hotel or wedding venue, an artist's enclave, or the most magical family estate imaginable, this property offers scale, views, and a level of character that's hard to replicate. All of this just 20 minutes from downtown Albany, with easy access to the Amtrak station, the Taconic, and the NYS Thruway. Properties like this don't come around often—especially with waterfront, a private island, and development potential. A rare opportunity to build something truly special on the Hudson.
Location
State NY
County Albany
Area Selkirk
Zoning R1-R3
Rooms
Basement Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features Chandelier,Eat-in Kitchen,Entrance Foyer,High Ceilings
Flooring Tile,Varies,Wood
Exterior
Exterior Feature Awning(s),Covered Courtyard,Garden,Paved Walkway,Other
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description 2.0
Pool Outdoor Pool
View Garden,Pool,River,Trees/Woods,Water
Porch Patio
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description Many Trees,Native Plants,Views,Wooded
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Architectural Style Other
Schools
High Schools Rav-Coey-Selkirk
School District Rav-Coey-Selkirk
Others
Tax ID 01248914500000010020010000