Welcome to Potter Mountain House, a masterfully reimagined Greek Revival church turned luxury designer estate. The original timber-framed structure was constructed in 1837 as the Manorkill Methodist Church, serving its community for over a century before being carefully dismantled and relocated to its current site in Gilboa, NY. Now sited on 37 acres with sweeping Catskill Mountain views, the building began its two-year transformation in 2023 by the boutique design/build firm ICDT Studio into a breathtaking 6,242-square-foot residence—honoring its historic soul while layering in a refined, design-forward sensibility. The result is a one-of-a-kind architectural offering that balances reverence for the past with an intentional, contemporary design ethos.
Inside, every detail delivers. The three finished levels are anchored by a soaring Great Room featuring the restored original timber frame, hand-hewn beams, and a full wall of windows that frame the panoramic mountain views. A round, sculptural gas fireplace adds warmth and ambiance between the living and dining spaces, while the chef's kitchen features a 48'' AGA induction range, Fisher & Paykel appliances, Waterworks fixtures, and a stunning stone-clad island. A walk-in pantry accented by reclaimed wood beams and lined with Zellige tile completes the space. The spacious, open layout provides a striking balance of style and function for both daily living and entertaining.
Ascending a symmetrical dual staircase, the Great Room opens into a dramatic library loft housed within the home's original church cupola, crowned by an 18-foot long, multi-point glass chandelier and custom floor-to-ceiling bookcases. Just off the dining area, a glass-fronted, 625-bottle refrigerated wine room is enclosed by custom arched iron doors. The home offers five bedrooms and four-and-a-half exquisitely finished baths, each appointed with radiant heat, curated tilework, and an artful mix of stone and marble. The secluded primary suite occupies its own private wing and includes a spa-like bath with soaking tub, dual showers, Bardiglio marble, and double vanities framed by custom glass partitions. The walkout lower level features a secondary living room with wet bar, two guest quarters, built-in bunk room, and a spacious laundry suite with double washers and dryers. Lime-washed walls, wide-plank white oak flooring, and bespoke lighting carry a sense of quiet luxury throughout.
Outside, multiple entertaining terraces and an expansive rear deck take full advantage of the natural surroundings, while a stream and seasonal waterfalls enhance the sense of tranquility. Additional features include an attached, heated, two-car garage, all-purpose mudroom, and a backyard master plan already prepared with plans for a future pool. Just 20 minutes from Windham Mountain Club, under an hour to Hudson and Albany, and a little over two hours from NYC, Potter Mountain House offers sanctuary, scale, and elevated design. A fully furnished option is also available, providing a true turnkey experience for effortless move-in. Unlike anything else on the market—distinctive, historic, and telling a story entirely its own.
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities
Garage Faces Front, Private, Off Street, Garage Door Opener, Driveway
Meadow, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Stone Counters, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Wine Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Range Hood, Microwave, Ice Maker, Freezer, Free-Standing Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Built-In Refrigerator
Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Radiant Floor
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Board & Batten Siding, Clapboard, Frame, Stone, Other
Back Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Meadow, Private, Sloped, Views, Wooded
Board & Batten Siding, Clapboard, Frame, Stone, Other
Concrete Perimeter, Slab, Stone
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