169 Baker RD West Hurley, NY 12491
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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 3,566 sqft
Price per Sqft $727
MLS Listing ID 878548
Style Colonial,Estate
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N No
Rental Info No
Year Built 1918
Annual Tax Amount $15,919
Lot Size 9.100 Acres
Acres 9.1
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source onekey2
Property Description
Inside, the home unfolds with warmth and authenticity—from the original red oak trim and pocket doors to the built-in glass cabinetry, cast iron radiators, and the beautiful maple floors underfoot, to the 9-foot ceilings throughout. The main level offers a gracious layout: formal living and dining rooms, centered by a large woodburning stone fireplace, a bright sunroom-style breakfast room, and a spacious kitchen that overlooks the backyard and pool. The kitchen and baths have been updated over time, yet remain true to the character of the home, including a clawfoot tub and classic tilework. A bonus room on the lower level, along with a foyer, provides flexibility for an office, playroom, or creative studio. The beautiful glass oak trimmed French doors lead out to the stone patio and views of the Catskills and Reservoir, offering the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor living.
On the top floor, a fully windowed observatory-style space offers 360-degree views—a truly special setting once used by the home's original owner, J. Waldo Smith, to oversee the construction of the Ashokan Reservoir as eight towns were relocated to make way for one of the most important infrastructure projects in New York's history.
Originally constructed by Smith himself—Chief Engineer of the Ashokan Reservoir—the home is built from locally quarried Rosendale stone, chosen for its strength and permanence. After the Smith family, the home became part of the Chase family estate, where actor Chevy Chase spent part of his youth—adding another layer of cultural legacy to this historic property.
Outside, the inground, heated saltwater pool, stone patios, and rolling backyard lawn are ideal for summer gatherings and quiet moments alike. A two-car garage, buried electric lines, a battery back-up system, a standby generator, and a new Buderus boiler ensure the property functions as beautifully as it looks. The high-ceiling basement provides storage and future potential, while mature trees and mountain air frame the entire estate in calm.
For those seeking a compound or expanded retreat, the adjacent home is also available for purchase. Inquire for more details.
Location
State NY
County Ulster County
Rooms
Basement Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features Built-in Features, Chefs Kitchen, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Original Details, Primary Bathroom, Soaking Tub, Washer/Dryer Hookup
Heating Baseboard, Steam
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Washer
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool Fenced, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Salt Water
Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Connected
View Water
Garage true
Private Pool Yes
Building
Foundation Stone
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Level or Stories Two
Structure Type Frame,Stone
Schools
Elementary Schools Woodstock Elementary School
Middle Schools Onteora Middle School
High Schools Onteora High School
Others
Senior Community No
Special Listing Condition None
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