Walking along the Hudson RiverI might be a bit bias because I live in the Hudson Valley, however, I find this area beautiful, the variety of trees, the Catskill and of course the majestic Hudson River. In this photo, I was walking along the Hudson River admiring the vegetation, colors in the sky as well as view down river. 09/03/2017

Saugerties Lighthouse on the Hudson RiverIf you have read my post in the past you might have discovered how much I care for things around the Hudson River.  It is a river where several lighthouses are located.One such lighthouse is the Saugerties.  I especially liked this one because I can walk out to it, and that is what I did on Friday,  accompanied by a few friends. We brought food and had a picnic while listening to the soothing sound of the water, the occasional boat and the Amtrak train going by.     08/13/2017

I had just finished showing a building in Saugerties and decided to take a few moments to look in store windows.   I saw all sort of stuff, but did not go in, however the Pig got my attention and the  camera came out.Next I took a look at the underside of the Red Bridge over the Esopus Creek 09/27/2015

Hudson River LighthouseThis Hudson River Lighthouse is located across from the most Northern Village in Dutchess County NY.  It is known as the Saugerties Lighthouse as it is closer to the western bank of the Hudson River.If you want to spend the night out on the river and not in a boat, this light house operates two rooms as a B&B; of course it will take advance planning to get one of these rooms.This structure benefits from many who volunteered their time and from donations of  others.Read moreIf you decide you want to  live in the beautiful Mid Hudson Valley contact Jennifer 08/17/2015

Diamond Mills Hotel and Tavern   I like to see old buildings but to new use, that was the case with the Diamond Mills Hotel and Taven. It occupies a space which was once a Paper Mill and like all Paper Mills it was located close to water and in this case the Esopus Falls. There are thirty rooms, conference rooms and a restaurant.  Read more........         03/28/2014

Saugerties NY Homes For Sale | Local Area Experts Real estate in Saugerties NY comes in a variety of styles, sizes, and price points. Known for the H.I.T.S. on the Hudson Horse Shows and the world famous Krause's Hand-dipped Chocolates, Saugerties is rivaling other Ulster County NY towns like Woodstock and New Paltz in popularity these days! This gorgeous Hudson River town is just off the NYS Thruway, about 2 hours from NYC. Great real estate opportunities are available in Saugerties, be it commercial real estate, land, and residential homes for sale - you just have to know where to look! At Taft Street Realty, we're life-long residents of Ulster County and we know the Saugerties real estate market inside & out! So if you're interested in Saugerties NY homes for sale, be sure to work wi... 02/28/2013

Ulster County NY Real Estate Update, H.I.T.S. Hudson Valley Fun Things to Do for Horse Enthusiasts H.I.T.S. on the Hudson is a premiere equestrian venue in Saugerties NY with events taking place all summer long! Part of the national H.I.T.S. network (Horseshows In The Sun) H.I.T.S. on the Hudson provides shows, competitions and a unique opportunity to see professional equestrian events right in here in Ulster County NY. H.I.T.S. on the Hudson attracts visitors from across the country and has found the perfect home in Saugerties NY - Best Town To Live In The Hudson Valley in 2012. Equestrian enthusiasts, horse & animal lovers, or anyone looking for a fun weekend activity should check out H.I.T.S. on the Hudson. Special for the 2012 Season, a new new multi-level ring has been unveiled. Bu... 06/27/2012

Ulster County NY Real Estate Update, Krause's Chocolates In Historic Saugerties NYKrause's Chocolates in Saugerties NY is famous for their delicious, hand-made sweets! In what is truly a family affair, the art of making chocolate has been passed down from generation to generation within the Krause family. Started in 1929 when young German candy maker Alfred Krause opened the original Krause's Candy, the present-day Krause's Chocolates shop has been serving the town of Saugerties NY and the entire Ulster County area since 1972! They are renowned for their hand dipped, creative, and beautiful chocolates & candies. If you've ever had hand-made, hand-dipped chocolate, then you know that it tastes immensely better than the processed, assembly line variety. Krause's Chocolates have mastered t... 06/19/2012

Restaurant Week in the Hudson Valley kicks off on March 18th! Actually spanning over 2 weeks (including 2 weekends!) this beloved local event, now in its 6th year, runs through the month of March ending on Saturday the 31st. That gives diners plenty of time to sample the culinary delights (both lunch and dinner!) from the over 100 restaurants participating. How can you get involved? It's easy! Just pick a restaurant, make a reservation, and enjoy! If you're in or near the Saugerties, NY area for Restaurant Week, Taft Street Realty highly recommends The Tavern at Diamond Mills, you won't be disappointed! Saugerties, NY's 1st Luxury Hotel The Hudson Valley region has its fair share of amazing NY luxury homes for sale so it's only natural that luxury hotels would follow. The Diamond Mills ... 03/14/2012

Saugerties NY Historic Kiersted House was built in 1727 and was the home of Dr. Kiersted who rendered services to participants of the revolutionary war. This site is open from May to October on Saturdays and Sundays from 2-4PM. When I visited recently I was speaking to a member of the Historical Society Board and he told me they actually developed a board game of Saugerties called Saugertopoly to celebrate Saugerties bicentennial this year, and as a fundraiser.  The game can be purchased at the Kiersted House and I have heard players have stayed up all night playing it. Location: 119 Main Street Saugerties, NY 12477 Telephone # 845-246-9529 or 845-246-0784      Copyright © by Jennifer Fivelsdal, all rights reserved-Saugerties NY Historic Kiersted House   View Larger Map   08/20/2011

I saw this scene yesterday and I just could not resist.  The outdoor dining set right next to the bath tub; yes take a quick bath and then have lunch.  On second thought, that is not a great idea since it is outdoors :) So what do you find interesting about this photo?  Copyright © by Jennifer Fivelsdal, all rights reserved-Speechless Sunday-Take a bath and have lunch. 08/14/2011

The Saugerties Art Studio Tour started today August 13th and I had the opportunity to drop in on a few of the artists. I first stopped by the studio of Michael Nelson, a photogragher who worked with film for over 30 years and is now embracing digital photography.   I found his work interesting and had the opportunity to see a field camera, one similar to those used by artists like Fredrick Church of the Hudson River School of painting. Stopping by the studio of Susan Sammis was a real treat, I liked her work with items found naturally, for example fallen leaves.  I especially enjoyed the tour of her workspace and the examples shown to me.  Technology does help to cut down on the time in completing a project.  Upstairs was the studio of Howard Goldson, Susan's husband.  I found the paint... 08/13/2011

  Ulster County Real Estate: Saugerties NY Real Estate   The Village of Saugerties:  North of the City of Kingston where the Esopus Creek empties into the majestic Hudson River in Ulster County, you’ll find the quaint Village of Saugerties with its Turn-of-the-Century storefronts lining the sidewalks.  Saugerties has become a busy village filled with antique stores and owner-run shops, (a favorite is Montano’s Shoe Store), but, there’s more to Saugerties than its quaint shops and restaurants.  Saugerties is filled with action in the summer when the Horse Shows in the Sun, aka HITS, starts its spring-summer season.  Bed and Breakfasts are filled, accommodating riders and their families who compete in the many jumping events scheduled.  Watching a competition is a great way to spend a sum... 09/24/2010

Ulster County Real Estate: Featured Area - Saugerties   Ulster County Real Estate: Featured Area - Saugerties Saugerties in 2009 was named one of the 10 coolest small towns in America by Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel magazine, with the quote “Saugerties can feel so much like home for weekenders that some have made it official.” One of those Cool places in Saugerties to live is the Subdivision of Barclay Heights. Why? It's still affordable and surrounded by couples, young and old, new families and families who lived in Barclay Heights since it was built in the… Read more   07/26/2010

Price: $479,000 FIZBER.com ID 13837827 Single Family with 3 bed, 3.0 bath, in 33 Adrienne Lane Saugerties, NY, 12477 http://www.fizber.com/13837827/ 33 Adrienne Lane - For Sale By Owner Property Details: Type: Single Family Address: 33 Adrienne Lane, Saugerties, NY, 12477 Sq footage: 3300.0 Floors: n/a Bathrooms: 3.0 Bedrooms: 3 Year built: 1991 View full property details and seller's contacts. View more New York homes for sale. Homes for Sale by Owner. Description: RECHARGE YOUR SPIRIT in this 2.14 acre PRIVATE spot bordering 47 acres of conservancy land with MAJESTIC 4 SEASON MOUNTAIN VIEWS. Start your day by waking up to a view of the Catskill Mountains from your bed. This tranquil home is minutes from Woodstock, Saugerties and the NYS Thruway. Home is 3300 sq. ft., with 35ft. x 16f... 01/17/2010

  Congratulation to the town of Saugerties for being named one of the top 10 coolest towns in the US.  Saugerties is located on the banks of the Hudson River and has a very rich history. Saugerties is known for it's antiques, the very popular Saugerties Garlic Festival, the Winston Farm (site of Woodstock 94) and Hits. Visiting Saugerties I always enjoyed looking in the antique stores and was also captivated by the wonderful architecture. Cantine Field is a 127 acres recreation complex where many events are held such as the Garlic Festival as well as a variety of sports. I have listed and successfully sold  two homes that backed up to Cantine Field and was concerned that this could be a negative.  To my surprise both homes were sold quickly as I soon discovered that many of the resident... 10/24/2009

Price: $1,160,000 FIZBER.com ID 11646608 New Construction with 3 bed, 4.0 bath, in 26 Simone Terrace Saugerties, NY, 12477 http://www.fizber.com/11646608/ 26 Simone Terrace - For Sale By Owner Property Details: Type: New Construction Address: 26 Simone Terrace, Saugerties, NY, 12477 Sq footage: 3516.0 Floors: n/a Bathrooms: 4.0 Bedrooms: 3 Year built: 2008 View full property details and seller's contacts. View more New York homes for sale. Homes for Sale by Owner. Description: Castle on the Hudson! This stone manor is high on a private knoll with Hudson River views to the Saugerties Lighthouse and beyond. Magnificent new construction has double-height foyer, grand staircase, open plan greatroom with huge arched windows and fireplace, and custom kitchen. Wraparound decks on three levels... 07/11/2009

Saugerties NY Real Estate Market Report 6/24/09 Town of Saugerties NY Homes, Condo & Townhouse Real Estate Market Report for the period of January 1 thru June 24, 2009: Total Saugerties Homes, Condo & Townhouses available on the market 200 Price Range $32,900 - $2,500,000 Total Saugerties NY New Listings during the period 194 Price Range $32,900-$2,500,000 Total Saugerties NY Pending Sales 6 Total Saugerties NY Homes Sold during the period 39 Price Range $58,500 - $330,000 Sold Price    Address    City    State    Zip    Closing Date$58,500.00     6  Overlook Circle    Mt. Marion    NY    12456    6/22/2009$59,900.00     28  OLD SAWMILL ROAD    SAUGERTIES    NY    12477    6/24/2009$68,000.00     3960  River Road    Malden-on-Hudson    NY    12453    3/23/2009$77,000.00     27  Robinson... 06/25/2009

Barbara Korabel, the new Broker/Owner of EXIT To Green Realty in Saugerties, NY was recently awarded "2009 REALTOR® of the Year" from the Ulster County Board of REALTORS®. Here, Barbara remembers the journey that brought her to EXIT Realty and to this prestigious award. After about 6 months in the business I called John Farrell, Regional Owner of EXIT Realty Upstate NY and it was then I knew I wanted to be a part of the team. That was two and a half years ago. [Before coming to EXIT Realty] I needed to get my feet wet a little more so I continued to work for [a franchise location of a different local company] where I sat for two months waiting to be shown the ropes. I knew I was not going to get any help there and I needed to catch up with the agents who had a huge [sphere of influence]... 06/19/2009

Saugerties NY Real Estate Market Report 10/10/08 Town of Saugerties NY Single Family Home / Condo & Townhouse Real Estate Market Report for the period of July 1 thru October 10, 2008: Total Saugerties NY Single Family Homes, Condo & Townhouses available on the market 205 Price Range $76,200-$2,900,000 Total Saugerties NY New Listings during the period 15 Price Range $175,000-$449,000 Total Saugerties NY Pending Sales 25 Total Saugerties NY Sold Listings during the period 34 Price Range $120,020-$925,000 Sold Price    Address    City    State    Zip    Closing Date $120,020.00    82  Blue Mountain Church Rd    SAUGERTIES    NY    12477    7/3/2008 $123,000.00    18  CLUB HOUSE ROAD    SAUGERTIES    NY    12477    7/31/2008 $131,000.00    149  Glenerie Boulevard    Saugerties    NY    12... 10/10/2008