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Recent Home Sales 1.

MLS 5030295 Mamakating Township Bungalow 2 BR / 1 BA Acres: 1.00 Sold For: $11,000 School Tax: $1,524 Town & County: $1,469 Village Tax: $2,592

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MLS 4927646 Thompson Township Townhouse Built: 1960 Listed By: Andrea Rose, Keller Williams Hudson Vly Sold By: Katherine M. Gordon, Hudson Valley Home Connection

Built: 1960 Listed By: Ronald D. Lindridge, Keller Williams Hudson Valley Sold By: Non-Member MLS

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MLS 5061497 Forestburgh Township Cape Cod, Farm House

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MLS 4704491 Liberty Township Two Story 3 BR / 1 ½ BA Acres: 0.18 Sold For: $90,000 School Tax: $2,487 Town & County: $834 Village Tax: $1,105

3 BR / 2 BA Acres: 0.050 Sold For: $40,000 School Tax: $1,411 Town & County $2,652 Village Tax: $2,592

Built: 1940 Listed By: Carol Malek, Malek Properties Sold By: Talia Fadis, Elliott & Pomeroy

2 BR / 2 BA Acres: 7.73 Sold For: $120,000 School Tax: $1,959 Town & County: $1,774 Built: 1955

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MLS 4947015 Bethel Township Mobile Home With Property 2 BR / 2 BA Acres: 1.91 Sold For: $56,200 School Tax: $27 Town & County Tax: $685 Built: 1983

Listed By: Gordon LeRoy, Elliott & Pomeroy, Inc. Sold By: Gordon LeRoy, Elliott & Pomeroy, Inc.

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MLS 4921350 Fallsburg Contemporary Listed By: Deborah K. Jagel, Cabins & Canoes Real Estate Sold By: Deborah K. Jagel, Cabins & Canoes Real Estate

4 BR / 2 BA Acres: 1.5 Sold For: $274,899 Taxes: $10,929 Built: 1980 Listed By: John Mulvey,

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MLS 4853469 Callicoon Township Farm House, Two Story 3 BR / 1 BA Acres: 0.459 Sold For: $75,000 School Tax: $1,181 Town & County: $1,966 Built: 1961

Listed By: Peter Feinberg, BHHS Peters Realty Sold By: Penni-Jo Buchal, Callicoon Real Estate

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MLS 4220018 Tusten Township Contemporary Malek Properties Sold By: Brian McPhillips, Keller Williams

3 BR / 2 BA Acres: 1.00 Sold For: $305,000 School Tax: $2,619 Town & County: $3,786 Built: 1950

Listed By: Barry Becker, Keller Williams Hudson Valley Sold By: Sandra Riedel, Country House Realty

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A deck on the back of the home overlooks the property's sweeping lawn and its stately oak, maple and evergreen trees. The detached two-car-plus garage, at right, features electric heat and a wood-stove along with high ceilings, a workshop area and a large attic/loft space.

Impeccable farmhouse awaits new life STORY AND PHOTOS BY KATHY DALEY

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f the gentle, handsome farmhouse could talk it would probably say “Wow!” Several years ago, the traditional Four-Square home at 46 Beaverkill Road off Old Route 17 underwent a stunning renovation that preserved the great bones of the circa 1915 house but transformed it into a captivating, luxurious home to love and share with family and friends.

“There was no stone unturned in the renovation,” said Realtor Carol Malek of Malek Properties. “Everything is topnotch.”

Perched on a slight rise, the home comes with 8+ acres, offering a sense of privacy even though it's only a mile and a half from the trendy little hamlet of Livingston Manor.

The owner gutted the house down to the beams while preserving its architectural character. He completely spray-

foam insulated, laid a new roof, installed new windows and all new systems. New walls were painted a warm white, brilliantly creating a canvas for whatever design a new owner or owners would wish.

“Although it's modern and furnished with contemporary art and pieces, the home offers the opportunity for someone to personalize and embellish it with whatever style they love,” said Malek.

“The owner has chosen neutral tones and a warm white canvas that beckons to the creative consumer. Mid-century modern, farmhouse country-chic or the simple lines of the Mission-era all work equally well in this space.”

Take for example, the layout on the main floor. Entering the house off a welcoming porch and through an Amishmade exterior door, a visitor is greeted by an expansive living room with lots of natural light and sparkling hardwood floors done in a dark, rich stain. The CONTINUED ON PAGE 6H

The classic-style home with rocking-chair front porch beckons from Beaverkill Road in Livingston Manor, a short trip from the hamlet itself but with delicious privacy.

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The entire house is flooded with natural light, including this second-floor bath in the master suite. A plus: all walls in the house are painted a warm white, inviting new owners to create their own canvas as they design the home as their own.

home is completely heated by extremely efficient baseboard electricity, but a wood-burning stove in the living room provides a cozy touch. “Recessed lighting is everywhere,� pointed out Malek. “And the open floor plan gives the house a beautiful spaciousness. And look at the ceilings – they are higher than what is typical.�

The dining area flows into a stunning chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances. Beautiful sleek solid surface counter-tops preside in the kitchen with, on an island, waterfall counters that drop vertically down the sides, creating a continuous flow with stone counter-tops and stainless steel fixtures. The trendy white cabinets display simplicity with a Quaker-style profile and clean lines, and are complemented with the carefully chosen hardware.

The refrigerator, not to mention the heat and the security system, can all be monitored from one's phone.

A wide stairway from the living room invites a visitor into three impeccable bedrooms. The master suite's bathroom, as well as its walk-in closet, are the size of small bedrooms. The home's third floor is ready to serve as an office, artist studio or another bedroom.

Leaving the house proper, a homeowner will relish the two-plus car garage that enjoys high ceilings, a wood-stove (although the garage is completely electric) and a workshop area. A CONTINUED ON PAGE 7H

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Who can resist these sparking hardwood floors, stained dark and rich, as they lead the eye from one room to another? Both dining area, kitchen and living area offer views of the oak, maple and evergreen trees on the 8.09 acre property.

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substantial attic/loft space expands the working area in the garage. And a covered storage area for chopped wood rounds out the garage experience.

The multi-acre “backyard” is a plus!

This charming home is expansive enough for hosting family-fun events like baseball and soccer and the stone fire-pit beckons to outdoor parties.

Then there's the 5+ acres of deciduous and evergreen trees that stretch into what seems forever. This is the perfect property for hiking and communing with nature.

“You're in the Beaverkill Valley,” said

Malek, “even though you're within a heartbeat off of Route 17.”

Set back off the road behind old stone walls, the home is minutes from Livingston Manor, with its unique shopping and dining experiences. It's home to an art gallery run by Catskill Art Society, new and exciting craft beer venues, live entertainment, pristine rivers and streams, hiking trails, and is headquarters of Catskill Mountainkeeper, a not-for-profit whose mission to protect the region's wild lands and natural resources forever.

Adds Malek with a smile, “and the fishing here is the best in the whole country.”

HOME FEATURES 23 acres of agricultural land with driveway cut in and building site cleared, located minutes to the new Kartrite Water Park and Resorts World Casino. AG land allows for animals and farming. MLS # 4916973

Seclusion awaits in this ranch home located in Neversink hideaway Gated Community on 5.11 wooded acres. Home offers 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, fireplace, two car heated garage and river access. MLS# 4934334

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Lake Front living in Lake Louise Marie community. This home has brand new flooring, master suite with stall shower and large soaking tub, new kitchen appliances, brick wood burning fireplace, finished basement and more. MLS# 4912868

Brand new home on almost 8 acres of land, open concept in living room, kitchen and dining area, cathedral ceilings, hardwoods floors, master suite on main level, 3 bedrooms and second full bath upstairs.

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MLS No.: 5041473 Bedrooms: 3 Full Baths: 3

Street Address: 46 Beaverkill Rd., Lot Size: 8.09 acres Type: Single Livingston Family Parking: 1 space Manor, NY Year Built: 1915 Heating: Baseboard Price: $439,000

MLS# 4921992

The only word for it is thrilling: a chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances – refrigerator, stove and this sink on an island with waterfall counters and stainless steel faucet – all side by side with the simplicity of Quaker-style white cabinets.

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Left: Walk down this stone pathway, and you will arrive at this two-story Victorian style home that has been newly renovated.

Right: You will have private access to the 83-acre Kenoza Lake, and this spot is perfect for launching your canoe or kayak.

Bottom: The foyer in this victorian style home has ample room to greet your guests and family after a long day of exploring the county.

At the lake on Old Taylor Road STORY AND PHOTOS BY PATRICIO ROBAYO

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merican essayist, poet, and philosopher Henry David Thoreau once said, “A lake is the landscape’s most beautiful and expressive feature. It is earth’s eye; looking into which the beholder measures the depth of his own nature.”

This newly renovated two story, Victorian style 1940s home on Kenoza Lake can make you appreciate the natural wonder of the Catskills.

With this home (for sale through Freda Real Estate) you will have access to the 83acre private Kenoza Lake, which does not allow motorboats.

The home sits on 5.16 park-like acres that provide ample room for guests or family to spread out and enjoy the fresh air the Catskills offers.

The wrap around porch outside invites you to pull up a chair so you can admire the wildlife.

This home features six bedrooms along with four full bathrooms, which have been newly renovated in 2019.

All the hardwood floors are original to the 1940s home and have been refinished and polished.

When you enter the home, you are led into a kitchen that features new stainless appliances.

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Top left: Just through the kitchen the living room is open and is a perfect place to gather family and friends.

Top right:The home features beautiful original 1940s hardwood floors that have been refinished and polished.

Bottom right: With six bedrooms throughout the house, many have beautiful lake view vistas.

Bottom left: This newly renovated bathroom is the perfect place to get away from all and soak away the world.

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home is now insulated with new foam insulation throughout the house to make sure you are nice and warm in the winter months.

The lower floors are heated with hot water baseboards while the third floor features electric baseboard heating.

The home is heated with oil and now has two new 275-gallon oil tanks.

The hardwood flooring is throughout the house and even on the stairs.

The stairs lead up to the second floor where three bedrooms are featured.

Follow them up one more flight, and you are on the third floor where three more bedrooms are located.

With views of the lake, your family or guests can be awakened by nature’s light and the sound of the water lapping on the shores.

The home is only minutes to Jeffersonville and the historic Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, the original home of 1969 Woodstock.

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The kitchen also features a drop-in sink with a cast iron grate stovetop.

Through the kitchen you will have access to a spacious living room overlooking the parlor room.

The parlor room features large windows and stained glass accents on top of the windows, which are all original to the house.

The home boasts of four bathrooms that are newly renovated and feature white subway tiles.

Some bathrooms feature soak in tubs or a claw foot style tub. The bathrooms have beautiful full views of Kenzoa Lake.

All the bathrooms feature new plumbing and electric wiring.

The home has 2,500 square feet which leaves plenty of space to entertain and host family and friends.

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Damascus, Pa. Classic late-1800’s farmhouse with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. 2 bucolic acres on a quiet road with mountain views. You will appreciate the original touches of the wide-plank flooring and a claw-foot tub, but modern updates of an efficient kitchen.

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For quality, aesthetics, & longevity STORY AND PHOTOS BY ANTHONY MORGANO

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or homeowners in Sullivan County looking for residential construction, from renovations to new homes and log cabins, Tom Katz and TK Construction might be the right choice for you. The company has been serving Sullivan County for almost 35 years and features an experienced and fully insured team to help you build your dream home. From designing a floor plan to bringing your vision to life, down to the smallest details, TK Construction is here for you.

The owner of the BBB accredited business, Tom Katz, got his start in construction decades ago, when he opted out of going to school for architecture and chose hands-on experience instead. He started as a sub-contractor, helping other companies until he decided to register and insure his own business.

TK is proud of all of their projects, and building log cabins and new homes are fun, but renovations have been the most rewarding of the services offered.

“Renovations are a challenge,” explained Katz, “it takes a lot of time and thought to add something to a structure because a good renovation is one that does not look like an addition but looks as though the house was

Whether you’re looking for renovations or an entirely new home, contemporary or log cabin styles, TK Construction has got you covered with professional craftsmanship and hard work. originally built that way.”

The challenge lies in adding amenities and reframing the house while keeping the building’s integrity.

“Even with small additions, a lot of work is involved,” Katz said. “We’ve done renovations that have changed more than half of the house, from the layout to the frame.”

Serving Sullivan County while living here is another angle of TK

Construction’s mission to give customers the best possible product.

“It’s such a great feeling to see former clients in the grocery store, or out in public that still remember the work we did,” said Katz. “Knowing you helped someone’s life in some way is a great feeling. We treat all of our customers with the respect and dignity you’d expect from your neighbor.”

TK Construction also prides itself on

their professional representation, whether it’s wearing shirts branded with their logo, or driving decaled vehicles.

“When you visit a job site, you always know who is there with TK.” When asked about the future, both personally and for the business, Katz explained, “Construction isn’t exactly a retirement-type business, but in the future I want to take more time looking at jobs and less time swinging the hammer.” He plans to work for at least another 10-15 years before he starts to consider a change.

A lot can change in 35 years, and TK Construction has done well to keep up with the changes.

“From the evolution of the internet, to the home remodeling shows on television, clients are much more educated, and they know exactly what they want.”

Another change over the past 35 years has been the materials and tools used in construction.

“We’re able to build things now that we could not build 30 years ago, there are new products that streamline construction and they are better for the environment.”

The business advertises itself online and in print, but serving Sullivan County also means that word of mouth is an integral part of their new projects.

“I often joke about the six degrees of separation, where anyone in the world can be connected to someone else through a chain of acquaintances, but Sullivan County only has one degree.”

If you look up the business online, you’ll find tons of 5-star reviews.

“Giving people a product they can be proud of is a great feeling, and if you look online you can find some of the work we’ve done and reviews that

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some of our customers have left.”

“It’s weird to think about how long we have been doing this, especially when children of former customers ask us to do work for them. A roof needs to be re-shingled every 25 years, so when we are called back to re-shingle a roof we had shingled in the past,

it makes you realize how long we’ve been in the business.”

“We never want to forget where we came from, or turn a job away because it’s too small. The year-round residents of Sullivan County have been there for us, and we like to return the favor. Any job is a good job.”

(Above) Tom Katz of TK Construction has owned the company that’s been serving the residents of Sullivan County for nearly 35 years.

(Right) Katz says one of his favorite parts of the job is seeing the reactions of his clients to finished work.

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With a mission to help homeowners

our home is one of the largest financial investments you will make in your lifetime. It’s an investment that is vulnerable to various risks including fire, windstorms, vandalism, theft and liability from injury.

Homeownership takes many forms, so whether you have a house, condominium, cooperative or rental apartment you need to have the correct insurance to protect you from devastating financial loss if disaster – natural or otherwise – strikes.

Merrell Benco Insurance Agency is located at 67 East Broadway in Monticello, which is located right off of Route 17 not far from the new Resort Worlds Catskills Casino and the Kartrite Water Park.

They have been insuring homes for over 50 years in Sullivan County. They are an independent insurance agency and as such represent many companies and have the flexibility to offer you the best policy to fit your individual needs.

“When you need a policy we will gather information about you and your home, then we are able to review your

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The goal of homeowners insurance is to allow you to sleep a little better knowing that there is a safety net should anything

ever happen. When you contact the Merrell Benco office, either Juanita or Michael who are “well-seasoned, licensed employees” from the new business team, will ask you a series of questions to determine what your specific needs are.

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stove or own expensive jewelry and silverware. Although your neighbor may have a home very similar to yours, their needs may be very different, so when it comes to insurance there is no “one size fits all.”

A picture is worth a thousand words, so they will send someone from their agency to get photos of your home so The team at Merrell Benco Insurance in Monticello is ready to help you with all of your insurance needs. Pictured left to right are Barb Kelly, Michelle Morris, Lisa Lewis, Dawn Vitiello (sitting), Megan Watson, Michael Witt and Alyssa Tyler.

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845-292-2686

On Sale NOW Heat Master Outdoor Wood Burning Stove Dealer Stop Paying Oil Bills Completely Stainless Steel Vinyl replacement windows $249 installed

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Now’s the time to save 25% or more on your energy bills Attic Blanket Blown-in Attic Insulation

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Save at least 20% on your energy costs

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Kohler Lumber & Building Materials, Inc. Established 1907

(845) 482-5290 • 482-5117 • Fax 482-4270 The Kubenik Family • Rte. 52, Jeffersonville, NY 12748

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They insure properties throughout New York State and New Jersey, so they could insure your primary residence in the city as well as your seasonal home in Sullivan County.

They represent many insurance companies, such as Adirondack, Allstate, American Strategic, Associated Mutual, Berkshire Hathaway, Claverack, Encompass, Erie & Niagara, Foremost, Hartford, National General, New York Central Mutual, Plymouth Rock, Preferred Mutual, Progressive, Safeco, Travelers, UPC & Utica First. Check their website, www.mbagency.com, for a full listing.

At Merrell Benco their motto is, “People helping People.� So whether it’s a new purchase or if you would like a review of your current policy, they would love to help you with your insurance needs.

Their phone number is 845-796-1500 or call toll free at 1-800-734-5591 or email Dawn at Dvitiello@mbagency.com.

For those of you who prefer the “digital world� they offer e-signature, electronic payments, paperless billing as well as paperless documents and even some auto insurance carriers offer a nice premium discount if you put a telematics device in your vehicle to record your driving habits.

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Asking price $349,900 77484

they know exactly what they are insuring. Information will be gathered to determine the replacement cost of your home to make sure you have enough coverage to protect you in the event of a loss.

Once they write a policy for you, that is not the end of your relationship, it’s only the beginning. They have a dedicated team of experienced, licensed, customer service representatives and either Michelle (who is also a fixture in the building), Lisa or Alyssa will be your contact in the agency. They can assist you when changes need to be made to your policy or claims reported. If you have a question, give them a call – that is what they are there for.

The “glue or cement� that keeps the whole place together and running smoothly, would be the office manager, Ian Grossfield. Ian is a Sullivan County celebrity, you may have heard him on the radio doing commercials. People hear him talk and say “I know you – you’re the voice of Merrell Benco!�

The agency also writes auto insurance, boats, motorcycles, snowmobiles and umbrella policies, just to name a few. Bundling your homeowners and auto insurance with the same carrier will save you money on both policies.

They also have a commercial lines department that writes policies for

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Russ’s Landscape LANDSCAPE & DRAINAGE CELL 845-796-8479

Serving Sullivan County FIREWOOD – FULLY INSURED – NO JOB TOO SMALL Specializing in Wet Areas - Retaining Walls Also Tree Removal, Driveways, Fencing General Excavating, Sewer & Water Systems

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LICENSED: NY, REG.: NYC

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Specializing in all phases of service & installation... plumbing, radiant heating, hot water/hot air heating, hydro air, air-conditioning • AC Ductless Split Units • Water Treatment Systems • Geothermal Systems CALL TODAY FOR ALL YOUR SERVICE NEEDS CertiďŹ ed & Factory Trained Professionals in the Latest Technologies

“NO JOB’S TOO BIG FOR SMALLS�

RoscoeLumberYard@yahoo.com

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- 876 Old Route 17, Harris - 845-794-7780 www.smallshvac.com

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Visit Our Model Open Mon.–Fri. 9–5 or weekends by appointment.

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642 International Blvd.

Rock Tavern, NY

(845) 787–0400 WMHConstruction.com (Located by Stewart Airport off I–84, exit 5–A)

FACTORY OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 • 10 am – 2 pm Factory located at 30 Reagans Mill Road in Wingdale, NY. Must be 18 to tour factory.