544 Herdman Road, Shandaken

The Big Red House — 35 Private Acres in the Catskills

At the end of a private road, surrounded by mountain views, open skies, and a native trout stream, The Big Red House offers 35 acres of pure escape and 4 seasons of enjoyment. Hike right out your door to the 1000's of acres of State Park Lands that surround three sides of the property, relax by the pond or the stream, or gather around the fire pit under a canopy of stars.

In spring and summer, the property bursts with color from perennials - peonies, lilacs, lilies, hydrangeas, daffodils, and more - attracting tons of butterflies and hummingbirds. Inside, sunlight fills the open chef's kitchen, dining, and family room. Cozy up by the wood-burning stove and watch wildlife or host movie and game nights in the grand room with its soaring stone fireplace. Sleeps 10-12 in its current arrangement, great for ski weekends or fall foliage gatherings.


Year-round adventures await - Belleayre Beach and Phoenicia just 10 minutes away, Skiing at Belleayre Mountain (15 minutes away) or Hunter or Windham (30 minutes). 20 minutes to Woodstock plus hiking, fishing, kayaking, golf, watering holes, trendy restaurants, farmers markets, shopping and spa escapes nearby.


Room to grow: space for a pool, studio, garage, or additional buildings. Lovingly renovated and meticulously maintained by the current owners over the past decade, this rare property has had only three owners since 1990. Originally designed by architect David Minch. Ask for the full renovation list. Can be sold furnished.