benny.estate
For SaleMLS # R16803790 days on market

70 Royce Road

Bethel, NY 12720 · Sullivan County

Price

$737,000

Bed / Bath

3 bd · 3 ba

Interior

2,482 sqft

Lot

10.75 ac

Built

1890

About this home

Finally — a brand-new old farmhouse in the Catskills. Thoughtfully reimagined from the studs up, this circa-1890 farmhouse offers the rare opportunity to enjoy the soul and character of a historic home without sacrificing the comforts and efficiencies of modern living. Early settlers chose these hilltops for a reason, and this premium homesite still delivers today — with sweeping rural views, rolling acreage, and a sense of calm that feels worlds away from the city. Set on 10.75 acres of open and wooded land, the property was once part of a fine equestrian estate and now begins its next chapter as a beautifully restored country retreat. Extensive renovations include a gorgeous new Chef’s Kitchen, three luxurious bathrooms, highly efficient dense-pack insulation, and all new insulated windows — preserving the timeless farmhouse aesthetic while eliminating the drafty compromises of the past. Perched gracefully atop a quiet country rise, the home features covered front and rear porches, a stone patio for outdoor entertaining, a charming garden area, and long-reaching views of the surrounding countryside. Inside, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms, a formal dining room, and a whimsical yet functional third-floor studio space once used by a painter for creative inspiration and quiet reflection. Located less than two hours from NYC and just minutes from the lakeside dining and nightlife of White Lake and Kauneonga Lake’s “Restaurant Row,” the home strikes a perfect balance between peaceful seclusion and vibrant Catskills culture. Bethel Woods Performing Arts Center, Resorts World Catskills, and The Kartrite Resort are all nearby, offering year-round entertainment and recreation. But perhaps the greatest luxury offered here is harder to quantify: quiet mornings with coffee on the porch, crisp evening air rolling across the hillside, and the unmistakable feeling of having finally exhaled. Come experience the serenity and timeless beauty of a farmhouse reborn.

Interior features

  • Separate Formal Dining Room
  • Separate Formal Living Room
  • Kitchen Island
  • Other
  • See Remarks
  • Storage
  • Solid Surface Counters
  • Bath In Primary Bedroom

Exterior features

  • Gravel Driveway

Appliances

  • Built In Refrigerator
  • Double Oven
  • Dryer
  • Dishwasher
  • Exhaust Fan
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Range Hood
  • Washer

Mechanical

Heating

Electric, Oil, Baseboard, Forced Air

Schools

District

Monticello

Tax & finance

Annual taxes

$5,246

Financing

Cash · Conventional

Location

Bethel, NY 12720 · Sullivan County

MLS Attribution

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties. Listing agent: James Karpowicz. Data last updated 5/9/2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; should be independently verified. © NYS Alliance of MLSs.