25 Prospect AVE Catskill, NY 12414
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,752 sqft
Price per Sqft $263
MLS Listing ID 156137
Style Victorian
Bedrooms 9
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1887
Annual Tax Amount $22,557
Tax Year 22557
Lot Size 0.370 Acres
Acres 0.37
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Hudson Valley Catskills Region Multiple List Service (Ulster County Board of REALTORS®)
Property Description
Presiding over the most distinguished block in Catskill, New York, with sweeping vistas of the Hudson River, the Rip Van Winkle Bridge, and Frederic Church's storied Olana, stands the magnificent 1880s Victorian home of Judge Emory Chase — a stately symbol of the Hudson Valley's golden era.
Steeped in history and grace, this grand residence once welcomed a U.S. President, an astronaut, and members of New York's judiciary. Within its storied double parlor, Judge Chase's daughter celebrated her wedding reception — a reflection of the home's long tradition of elegant gatherings and refined hospitality.
Painstakingly restored, the residence offers nine bedrooms and three and a half baths, harmoniously blending modern comfort with irreplaceable 19th-century craftsmanship. Every detail speaks to an era of artistry rarely seen today — from hand-carved millwork and the soaring three-story staircase to intricate plaster crown moldings, marble fireplaces, wide-plank floors, and original pocket doors.
The library, with its original built-in bookcases, remains a sanctuary for quiet reflection. Meanwhile, the newly designed gourmet kitchen — bathed in natural light through an entire wall of glass doors — opens seamlessly to a spacious deck and generous backyard, perfect for grand-scale entertaining or intimate summer evenings. A gracious rocking-chair front porch and second-floor balcony offer ideal vantage points for taking in the stunning views of the river's ever-changing light, color and majestic sunrises and reflected river sunsets.
Behind the main house, a two-story carriage house awaits re-imagination — perhaps as a guest residence, artist's studio, garage- the possibilities are endless! A discreet service road entrance from Bridge Street leads directly to the yard, offering both convenience and privacy.
While currently configured as a private home, the property's scale and layout lend themselves effortlessly to transformation into an elegant inn or boutique bed-and-breakfast (subject to local approvals). The double parlors, formal dining room, expansive deck, and gardens provide ideal common spaces for hosting guests or special gatherings — a natural extension of the home's long social history.
Nestled between the Beattie-Powers House and a state-maintained trail to the river's edge, the residence enjoys both privacy and proximity. Just a short stroll leads to Catskill's revitalized Main Street, home to acclaimed restaurants, breweries, boutiques, the Foreland contemporary art complex, and a classic movie theater.
With Hudson's Amtrak station only 10 minutes away, Windham and Hunter ski resorts 25 minutes, Bard College 25 minutes, and New York City only 2 hours, this historic estate stands at the intersection of cultural vitality and timeless beauty — a rare Hudson Valley offering for those who seek a true Hudson Valley masterpiece steeped in heritage, elegance, timeless craftsmanship coupled with modern conveniences.
Location
State NY
County Greene
Area Village Of Catskill
Zoning residential
Rooms
Basement Concrete, Dirt Floor, Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
Interior
Interior Features Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Soaking Tub, Storage
Heating Central, Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor, Steam
Cooling Attic Fan, Central Air, Gas, Zoned
Flooring Hardwood, Painted/Stained, Stone, Tile, Wood, Other
Fireplaces Number 5
Fireplaces Type Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Gas, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Fireplace Yes
Laundry Upper Level
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony, Courtyard, Private Yard, Storage
Garage Spaces 6.0
Garage Description 6.0
Fence Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced, Full, Wood
Pool None
Utilities Available Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Underground Utilities
View Garden, Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, River, Water
Roof Type Asphalt,Shingle
Porch Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
Total Parking Spaces 6
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description City Lot, Front Yard, Views
Foundation Brick/Mortar, Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Victorian
Schools
High Schools Catskill School District
School District Catskill School District
Others
Tax ID 156.18-613
Acceptable Financing 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, FHA
Listing Terms 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, FHA
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