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Recent Home Sales 1. 1.MLS 4912146 Liberty Township Cape Cod 3 BR / 1 BA Acres: 1.94 Sold For: $29,000 School Tax: $2,559 Town & County: $1,504 Village Tax: $1,933
2. MLS 4916507 Bethel Township Ranch Build: 1950 Listed By: Andrea Rose, Keller Williams HVU Sold By: Catherine Payne, Curasi Realty, Inc.
5. MLS 4910995 Bethel Township Raised Ranch 4 BR / 5 BA Acres: 4.04 Sold For: $160,000 School Tax: $4,870 Town & County: $4,427 Built: 1960
3 BR / 1 BA Acres: 0.65 Sold For: $55,000 School Tax: $ 1,835 County Town $ 3,738 Built: 1963
Listed By: Carol Malek, Malek Properties Sold By: Claire Tierney, Malek Properties
6. . MLS 4219040 Bethel Township Contemporary/ Tri-Level Listed By: John Ducey, Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties Sold By: John Ducey, Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties
5 BR / 4 BA Acres: 4.30 Sold For: $215,000 School Tax: $901 Town & County: $ 2,015 Built: 1976
3. MLS 4842929 Fallsburg Township Ranch 2 BR / 2 BA Acres: 0.13 Sold For: $75,260 School Tax: $2,488 Town & County Tax: $2,464
Built: 1984 Listed By: Joseph Henle, Keller Williams Realty HVU Sold By: Jean Dermer, Barbanti Group
7. MLS 4936117 Highland Township Cape Cod Listed By: Timothy Gutman, McKean Realty Sold By: Timothy Gutman, McKean Realty
3 BR / 2 BA Acres: 1.02 Sold For: $299,000 School Tax: $2,668 Town & County: $ 2,500
4. MLS 4818807 Lumberland Township Contemporary 3 BR / 1 ½ BA Acres: 1.12 Sold For: $137,000 School Tax: $ 2,157 Town & County: $ 2,341 Built: 1970
Listed By: Lisa Linic, Gibson E. McKean RE Sold By: Deborah K. Jagel, Cabins & Canoes Real Estate
8. MLS 4835971 Bethel Township Adirondack Built: 1960 Listed By: Dawn Payne, Payne Team Sold By: Dawn Payne, Payne Team
4 BR / 4 BA Acres: 6.65 Sold For: $1,025,000 School Tax: $8,597 Town & County: $ 7,754 Built: 2003
Listed By: Christine B. Vande Vrede, Chapin Sotheby’s Int’l Realty Sold By: Eileen Mullaly, Chapin Sotheby’s Int’l Realty
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The house sitting just off the North Branch - Hortonville Road is a must see.
ture and foot traffic. But change isn’t always a bad thing, and in this case, change brought new ideas and concepts into the house all while preserving the original farmhouse history and feel. “We purchased the house from the Estate two years ago and started the renovations with plans to create an
open concept with modern touches,” said Nancy, “but we wanted to make sure we preserved some original things about the farmhouse, like the beautiful hardwood floors and the fireplace.” Walking into the house from the side porch, the first thing that really hits you is how light and airy it feels inside, and
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intage is all the rave these days, from old workmen’s wear dating back to the 1930s and 40s, to furniture pieces like end tables, sofas, and 1950s standing lamps. But what about houses? Can they be considered classic or stylishly vintage? This beautiful farm homestead dating back to the early 1880s sure can. “The house was the homestead of John Peters, my husband, Gary’s, greatgreat grandfather,” said Nancy Peters. “John owned and operated the dairy farm that is now owned by Danny Peters.” According to Nancy, John had a son, George Peters, and George had two sons, Sidney (Danny’s father) and Russell, Sr. (Gary’s grandfather). Both sons were dairy farmers, and while Russell ran a farm just a couple of miles away in Pleasant Valley, Sidney took over the homestead and the family farm. He and his wife, Edith, raised their eight children in the house: Sidney Jr., Arlene, June, Myra, David, Danny, Edie and Colleen. Throughout the years the home has stayed with the family, never really changing except for a change of furni-
with large windows and two sets of glass doors leading to a back porch you can understand why. The dining room table is large enough to seat eight, but those that love to entertain, a bigger table with more seating capacity could easily be accommodated. The kitchen is long and spacious with granite countertops and a center island for prep work or casual breakfast eating for four. The living room with original fireplace is cozy and quiet. “There are five bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a front and back staircase,” explained Nancy. “Many of the old farmhouses had two sets of staircases, and the back one is really neat. We added the back porch onto the house, fixed the stone wall where there was a beautiful, large vegetable garden planted every year, and exposed the clapboard exterior.” It was a lot of work, but it was worth every bit, and the small remnants of its original state speak volumes. The upstairs bathroom has a claw foot tub and an original door with glass pane. The original attic door and doorknob CONTINUED ON PAGE 6H
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fills you with childlike delight and wonder as you pull it open and peek into the dark. Original banisters redone and coated with white paint brings your thoughts to the many hands that held that rail
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walking up and down the stairs. “The house is being sold furnished, so anyone can move right in,” said Nancy, “or it can be used as an Airbnb.” The best part? The back porch overlooks the stream side, and just beyond, the original farm. The property also has a two-car garage that could easily be converted into a workshop or studio space. So if you’re looking for a house with history, where old meets new, you’ve come to the right place. For more information or to view the house you can contact Real Estate Agent Beth Bernitt of CENTURY 21 Country Realty at 845-8076947. You can also visit Realtor.com and type in 575 North Branch Hortonville Road to view more details on the home. Top Left: A beautiful claw-foot tub adorns the upstairs bath, along with a tiled stand-up shower. Left: The five bedrooms are quaint, airy and simply dressed. Right: The front window lets in plenty of sunlight in the upstairs hallway leading to the five bedrooms.
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HOME FEATURES MLS No.: 4945525 Price: $315,000 Baths: 2 Bedrooms: 5 Square Feet: 2,496 Acreage: 2.75 Type: Single Family Home School District: Sullivan West Location: 575 North Branch-Hortonville Road, North Branch Features: This 2500 square foot Circa 1880's farmhouse was cleared back to the studs The open floor plan was designed with entertaining. The floors
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and fireplace were preserved; everything else is fresh and new. The home is being sold furnished, so you can move right into this five bedroom, wellappointed farmhouse or rent it as an Airbnb the choice is yours, it is ready to go. Nothing has been overlooked. Parts of the original home have been used to accent the design some have been repurposed as furnishings. From the new spacious covered porch, you will view the streamside gathering setting, garden spaces, and lovely stone wall. The two-car garage could become your workshop or studio. Enter your already restored farmhouse beauty.
Above:The living room, at the front of the house, is cozy yet spacious. Left: The side porch is a perfect place to sit at night with a cup of tea, listening to the crickets. Right: Nancy and her husband created a little campfire nook tucked away near the stream on the back side of the property.
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ixty-eight percent of American households, or about 85 million families, own a pet, according to the 2017-2018 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association. Canada’s Pet Wellness report indicates that approximately 35 percent of Canadian households have a dog, while 38 percent have a cat. Dogs, cats and other companion animals can be wonderful to have around,
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breathing energy into a family. Despite all of the advantages pets can bring, they tend to be a little messy. However, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to have a pet and maintain a clean home. Homeowners just need to take a few extra steps to help things along. • Manage pet fur. One of the persistent issues pet parents face is fur. Grooming the pet regularly (preferably outdoors) will help tame some of its fur. Covering sofas and other places where
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If you have dogs and rugs or carpets the right vaccuum will be very important.
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again thinking this is an acceptable potty location, says Modern Dog magazine. Test an area of the carpet or floor being treated for colorfastness before applying. Address accidents promptly. • Choose the right upholstery. According to Martha Stewart Living, look for top-grain, semi-aniline leathers, as scratches are disguised on such pieces. In terms of fabric, microfiber or microsuede are better suited to pets because the fabric is tightly woven and may be more resistant to fur and soiling. • Launder pet items. Regularly wash bedding and other belongings that pets use. This will help tame indoor odors. • Keep nails neat. Clipping dog and cat and other small animals’ nails may help avoid scratches on furniture and floors. If you do not feel comfortable doing it, take the animal to a groomer. Pet owners can keep their homes clean regardless of how much dirt their pets track into the house.
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pets like to lounge with an old sheet can contain some of the fur where it can be shaken off outdoors and laundered frequently. • Upgrade your vacuum. You’ll need a vacuum with strong suction to pick up fur, dirt, dander, feathers, birdseed, and any of the other debris that can accumulate thanks to pets. A vacuum with a good brush action also can dig in deep to carpets and upholstery to really clean thoroughly, say the experts at House Beautiful. • Pause for paws at the door. Keep a small container of water by the front door. When returning from walks, dip the dog’s paws into the water and dry before entering the house. This keeps dirt (and salt in the winter) from being a nuisance. • Get the right cleanser. Pet owners must contend with accidents. Look for an enzymatic cleanser that will treat stains and odors so that pets do not return to the soiled area again and
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Top: Looks can be deceiving when you drive up to this unique home, as you will soon discover when you see the rear river view you have. Below left: The sky’s the limit in the new addition to this home, giving you space to let your thoughts wander. Insert at left: You're under the spotlight when you are entertaining in your new house. With unique features throughout the home, it is truly one of a kind.
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ne of the natural wonders of the Catskills is the pristine and protected waters of the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River. The waters of Upper Delaware span for 73 miles from Hancock to Sparrowbush, New York. In Long Eddy, the river meanders through slowly and laps along the shoreline in the summers. And that is where you will find this home on 2 Ferry Street, along the banks of the Delaware River. Secluded and nestled in the river valley of the Catskills, this home offers that “home
away from home” feeling. Built-in the 1900s as a weekend retreat from New York City, the owner’s family built a compound. Formerly with multiple homes and stables, this home offers a true retreat from the hustle of everyday life as it once did in the past. Remodeled in 2006, much of the home’s original character is still intact from the rippling window planes to the pointed/vaulted ceilings. Some of the new renovations included an addition to the original home. That new portion was converted into a family room. The
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centerpiece of the room is a fireplace with stonework that reaches high into the ceiling. In the new addition, the loft has been transformed into mini keyhole homes embedded into the wall and runs the length of the house. It was built for the home owner’s grandchildren. Each keyhole home has its windows and doors, that is sure to bring whimsical fun for all ages. While the majority of the other homes on the compound no longer stand, the home’s original ice house still stands tall as it did in the early 1900s. The ice house built before the time of refrigeration, once stored ice from the winter to be used throughout the summer months. It also was used to store food for the family. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14H
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The ice house is ready to be converted into an artist’s studio or an outdoor office away from the main home. Following a stone path from the home into the property, you will find yourself near the Delaware River. With Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, the area lends itself to be the perfect spot to entertain friends and family. But most importantly, you will find yourself in a quiet retreat near the river. The 3.20 acre property leaves you plenty of space to explore and offers privacy from any main roads. The carriage house of the compound still stands and is ready for someone handy to come along and bring it back to life to be used as a guest home or as a rental. While the home still has all the character of the 1900s, it uses the latest in heating, using HighEfficiency Glycol heat. This home is just a few minutes drive to the heart of Callicoon where you can enjoy shopping along the main street for antiques or stop in for a bite to eat at Callicoon’s many restaurants. Or watch a movie in the recently renovated Callicoon Theater. For more information, contact Coldwell Banker and Timberland Properties Associate Real Estate Broker at Travis’ O’Dell Mobile: (845) 807-2630 or Office: 607-290-4130, Ext: 102 or email Travis.Odell@TimberlandProperties.net. Top: The ice house for this 1900s home is still standing and is ready to be converted to an office or studio. Left: The winding staircase takes you through the heart of the home. Right: Expand your library and knowledge of the Catskills as you spend time in this historic home. Opposite page: A kitchen like no other. A place to cook that late-night meal or to whip up a feast for Thanksgiving, this kitchen provides you the room and style you crave.
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HOME FEATURES MLS No.: 38221 Price: $379,000 Acreage: 3.2 Bathrooms: 2.5 Bedrooms: 5 Zip: 12760 Total Square Feet: 1,746 School: Sullivan West Location: 2 Ferry Street, Long Eddy Features: Ideal private family compound; Abundant Custom Character; River views from House; Ice house and Carriage house; Workshop; High Efficiency Glycol Heat; Minutes to Callicoon, NY; Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River.
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Royal Furniture in Port Jervis, NY offers three floors of furniture, home furnishings, mattresses and more.
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stablished in 1929 by Samuel Rosenstein, and still owned and operated by the same family, Royal
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ment brought positive changes and updating as the furniture market and trends evolved,” said Jim. Ninety years and three generations later, Royal is still strong and thriving as
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The store features a great selection of upholstered furniture in many different styles. entire corner lot. The store features examples of over 125 domestic and imported furniture brands, including several custom upholstery companies, Amish-made case goods and high quality American-made furniture. Royal Furniture continually attracts cusCONTINUED ON PAGE 18H
Jeffersonville, NY. Lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Park-like and serene with a sprawling lawn, mature trees, rock outcroppings, flower gardens, stone walls, elegant deck and stone patio. 2+/acres. Large living room and sun room/den. 2nd story deck to enjoy the trees and breeze. Outbuilding for storage. Quiet, private setting, come take a look!
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an anchor business in a historic city, which is now experiencing more and more progress within the business community. The Royal Showroom itself also evolved through the years, now encompassing three floors and over 30,000 square feet. The business was originally operated in one, then two adjacent buildings on lower Pike Street and, in the mid-70’s expanded to occupy the
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tomers from as far away as Long Island, Connecticut, southern New Jersey, and all of northeast Pennsylvania. In recent years, long distance shipping has become one of their new specialties, steadily developing a nationwide customer base. As a family business, Royal has always strived to project an image of personal and attentive service in every aspect of home furnishing, as well as commercial, institutional and hospitality furnishing. “Royal has always put community first and often comes to the aid of the local hospital, nursing homes, and elderly with prompt and personal service,” Jim said. Royal’s delivery team is well-known by many of their repeat customers. The delivery trucks are owned and maintained by the store, and delivery is offered as a free service within about a 300-mile radius. “The sales staff is a group of professional, knowledgeable and creative men and women who possess the resources to help define the needs of
Royal Furniture has been a family-owned business for three generations. their clients and create for each of them a stylish, affordable and comfortable home, room by room,” Jim says. Browse the showroom at 128 Pike Street seven days a week or visit www.royaldelivers.com. Store hours
and directions from all points can be found on the website. If you have any questions, call 845-856-4474, email your inquiry to royalfurnitureofpj@yahoo.com or send a message on Facebook.
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Bright & beautiful with energy smarts BY ISABEL BRAVERMAN
hen Josh Felderstein started his company, Catskill Energy Homes, he said it “brought all my worlds together.” In the past he was an AVP at Chase Manhattan Bank’s mortgage division and then started a successful business developing innovation training for Fortune 500 companies, all the while renovating condos and co-ops in the city. He was always interested in sustainable energy so he took his knowledge of how to buy a home and build a home, coupled with his obsession for energy efficiency, and launched Catskill Energy Homes. But first he wanted to build a home himself. When he and his husband Trevor visited some friends in Narrowsburg and went on a rafting trip, they immediately fell in love with the Delaware River. And
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The living room and kitchen are bright open spaces with natural light and views of the garden and front deck.
in July of 2017 the couple purchased land in Narrowsburg. Felderstein saw this as an opportunity to build a spec home to model for future clients. In December 2017 they broke ground and it took around 12 and a half months to finish building the ISABEL BRAVERMAN | DEMOCRAT
Trevor Hipp and Josh Felderstein (and their dog Simon) sit in their net-zero home in Narrowsburg.
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home. During the construction process, one thing that jumped out to Felderstein was the amount of waste (ie: trash) it generated. While most people would just burn cardboard, he made a point to take it to the recycling plant, oftentimes making multiple trips. “I didn’t think the garbage aspect of it was sustainable,” Felderstein said. “I just can’t fathom every house being built in the United States of America producing
that much garbage going into a dump, that’s crazy to me.” After his house was complete, Felderstein reviewed the budget spreadsheets and realized that because of weather and site conditions there was a lot of extra time, money and waste on the project. “So I said—there’s got to be a better way to do this,” Felderstein remarked. “And that’s when I looked into more of a modular, pre-fab system for these hous-
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$15.42 per month, which is the minimum cost NYSEG requires to be on the grid. The roof is south facing at a 22degree pitch and the panels were installed by a local solar expert, Renewable Energy Solutions. Felderstein’s business offers custom modular building methods. While they have models you can choose from, everything is customizable. Felderstein will work with you to design your dream home, and then his finance partners work with you to purchase the land and home together, with a single loan. The team then gets rolling on the build and the design team customizes the interior. Felderstein can build a home in the fraction of the time it takes for a traditional stick build (the traditional way of constructing a wooden house entirely or largely on-site). For more information visit www.catskillenergyhomes.com. The bedroom features a modern design and the windows display the natural beauty surrounding the home.
es, but still custom homes.” He said that homes have been built the same way since the 1950’s and there are now so many more new technologies for renewable energy. Felderstein spent a lot of time researching these technologies, from pellet stoves to geothermal, and ultimately decided netzero was the best way to go. What is a net zero home? It is a building with zero net energy consumption, meaning the total amount of energy used by the building on an annual basis is roughly equal to the amount of - renewable energy created on the site. This can be accomplished in many ways, but Felderstein’s house has solar panels on the roof that they use to create energy. The panels produce energy for about eight months out of the year (spring through fall) and any extra enera gy is sent to the grid, which they can use as energy credits during the winter
months. “I studied this upside down and sideways, I was thinking how can I do this differently and more efficiently?” Felderstein said. Felderstein did a lot of research into other ways to keep the house energy efficient. They use an electric heat pump, hyper insulated ceiling and walls, high efficiency hot water system and washer/dryer, LED lighting and Energy Star appliances. All of these things make it a “tight home” meaning heat won’t escape through cracks or walls. Felderstein says the home still has superior air quality because the home “breathes” and regulates humidity inside the house. This home has indoor air quality and Energy Star certifications. The roof has 32 solar panels that are connected to the grid and their energy use is net-metered. Their energy bill is
The bathroom has a high-efficiency water system and energy-saving appliances.
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Things to consider before warming up to the season’s first fire
warm fire can make even the coldest winter day more enjoyable. Fireplaces may not get much use in spring or summer, but come late fall and throughout the winter, the fireplace can be a great place for families to gather. Before fireplace season hits full swing, homeowners might want to brush up on a few fireplace facts so they can safely enjoy nights spent sitting by the crackling flames. The Chimney Safety Institute of America advises homeowners with fireplaces to hire a CSIA-certified chimney sweep to clean their fireplaces. After a lengthly period of nonuse, various issues could be affecting the chimney, many of which might not be noticeable to an untrained eye. Professional, certified chimney sweeps have extensive knowledge of fireplaces, making them valuable resources who
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can let homeowners know if any safety issues developed since fireplaces were last used. The National Protection Agency recommends that chimneys be swept at least once per year. A full inspection of the chimney might be in order as well. Chimney service technicians will conduct thorough examinations of readily accessible portions of the chimney exterior and interior and accessible portions of the appliance and the chimney connection. The CSIA recommends that homeowners who plan to use their chimneys as they have in the past request a Level 1 inspection, which will examine the soundness of the chimney structure and flue as well as the basic appliance installation and connections. Technicians also will verify if the chimney is free of obstruction and combustible deposits. Homeowners also should inspect
their chimney dampers before lighting their first fires of the season. Dampers should open and close smoothly. If not, a service technician can help fix or replace the damper. Firewood is another thing homeowners must consider before lighting their first fires of the season. The CSIA says that well-seasoned firewood works best, noting that wood that is not wellseasoned will produce more smoke
than heat. In addition, the home improvement resource This Old House recommends using dense wood that's been split and stored in a high and dry place for at least six months. Oak is an example of dense wood that, when stored properly, can make for an enjoyable fireplace experience. Avoid softwoods like pine. Pine can produce a lot of creosote, which is a byproduct of wood combustion. Creosote is highly flammable, and as it builds up in a chimney, the risk for a chimney fire increases. Choosing the right wood, making sure it's well-seasoned and having a chimney professionally cleaned can reduce the risk of a creosote-related chimney fire. A Level 1 inspection should determine if there are potentially dangerous levels of creosote deposits in the chimney.
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